The government's planning to up the amount benefits claimants can borrow in emergencies when Tynwald sits later this month.
During its October sitting, members will be asked to approve updated regulations governing Exceptional Needs Grants and Budgeting Loans.
The payments cover things like rent deposits, furniture or other items.
The government says while loans are repayable, it has set aside an extra £50,000 next year for grants.
Manx Utilities wants contractors for HQ refurb
Manx Utilities says it's looking for contractors as it prepares to refurbish its headquarters.
Business needed for Peel coffee shop's 'new chapter'
A coffee shop in Peel says it's looking for a business to share its premises.
Regulator freezes gas prices
The Island's utilities regulator says there'll be no gas price rise next month.
Billionaire says Island's his favourite place on earth
Billionaire businessman Jim Mellon says he has not plans to retire, but expects to keep working until the day he dies.
Planners aren't influenced by advertising, says Cannan
Chief Minister Alf Cannan says he's confident planning officials aren't swayed by advertising.
Commissioner to resign over Laxey sewage plans
A Garff commissioner says he'll resign after the board backed new sewage proposals for the area.
Santa Dash this lunchtime!
Hundreds of Santas will be gathering in Douglas this lunchtime for an annual race.
New Dominos branch looking for workers
With less than a week until it opens, Ramsey's newest pizza parlour is advertising for staff.
