Money given to the over-75s to cover their TV licence won't be classed as taxable income - if Tynwald approves new rules this month.
Treasury Minister Alf Cannan will lay an order before the court which would make the payments tax-free.
Previously the government's TV licence refund scheme for older people had been exempt from income tax.
However new rules introduced in November hadn't made it clear whether people would have to declare the money from government to the taxman.
New doors planned for Tynwald building
The Department of Infrastructure says it wants to improve the energy efficiency of the Tynwald building by installing new doors.
Archbishop of York to visit Island for pilgrimage this week
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Braddan footpath to close for sewer works
A public footpath in Braddan will close from Friday while Manx Utilities carries out sewer works.
Gun club applies to expand facilities
A gun club says it hopes a proposed expansion will provide better facilities for its users.
New shop wants to know your preferred opening hours
A shop about to open in the north of the Island has taken to social media to find out when people want it to open.
Manxman's enormous shaft in good hands in Denmark
The Steam Packet Company says work on repairing its flagship ferry is well underway in Denmark.
Tax return deadline looming - is yours done yet?
There are just two weeks left to submit your personal income tax return.
Landslip demolition work means Laxey road closure
Old Laxey Hill will close to traffic from next week.
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