There’s been more than a 90 per cent hike in income support over the last decade.
The Treasury says as a result the Island’s National Insurance system needs a rethink.
In the UK the benefit has gone down by 20 per cent in the same period.
Minister Eddie Teare says revising the benefit set-up is a priority:
Gold Duke of Edinburgh awards presented in official ceremony
A total of 40 young people have received their Gold Duke of Edinburgh awards in a ceremony at Government House.
Major coastguard exercise happening this week
The coastguard is carrying out a big search and rescue exercise this week.
Area Plan to go before Tynwald
The government's Area Plan for the North and West is set to go before Tynwald next month.
More parking permits than spaces at Sea Terminal
The government’s issued 300 parking permits for the Sea Terminal so far this year, for only 158 private spaces on the site.
Post Office working on bringing back services to USA
The Isle of Man Post Office said it's working with Royal Mail on bringing back postal services to the USA.
How many bus drivers are leaving the job?
A southern MHK has asked for details about the turnover of government bus drivers.
Ex Commonwealth athletes invited to join ceremonial relay
Are you an ex-Commonwealth Games athlete who'd like to take part in the King's Baton Relay?
Horde of the Wings: homing pigeons need rehoming
Could you give a home to a group of retired racing pigeons?
