The Island's Treasury Minister Michael Crowe says those waiting for their benefits claims to be decided may be eligible for help while they're waiting.
In the House of Keys this week, he faced questions from Glenfaba and Peel MHK Katryna Baptist about waiting times for claims.
Mr Crowe said Disability Living Allowance is taking around 11 weeks to sort out claims, while Employed Person's Allowance takes around 10 days, and Carers' Allowance takes around five weeks.
But he said if people need help while they wait, they can ask for it:
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