Tynwald's formally received the government's new Child First Policy.
As part of it, ministers and public servants are being trained in children's rights and how to include them in decision making and policy.
The government's pointed to examples of the strategy at work including the Smile of Mann toothbrushing programme and the halving of the waiting list for the youth mental health service.
You can view the policy document here, including a child-friendly version.
Beauty spot path closed for safety reasons
The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture says it's been forced to close a path at a beauty spot in the north of the Island.
New petition launched to stop Faroe Islands hosting Island Games
An Island woman has launched a new petition to stop the Faroe Islands hosting the Island Games in 2027.
DoI applies for permission to improve homes
The Department of Infrastructure is applying for planning permission to improve 11 homes in Braddan.
Busy road to become one-way for works next week
A busy road in Onchan will be made one way for road works next week.
Sex offences law will be reviewed soon, says Home Affairs minister
The Island's Home Affairs minister says a review of the law governing sex offences is due to be carried out in the near future.
Eighty year old's planned charity swim has already hit £5k target
A man aiming to donate thousands of pounds through a 3.1-mile (5 kilometre) swim next week has already hit his £5,000 target.
Firefighters tackle blaze in Douglas
The Fire and Rescue Service says a smoke alarm alerted residents about a fire this morning.
Information about use of supply teachers won't be revealed, says education department
The Department of Education, Sport and Culture says it won't reveal information about the use of supply teachers in the Island's secondary schools.
