Unfilled jobs are costing the taxpayer £10 million a year.
So says the Chamber of Commerce, which is backing a suspension of the Island's work permit system.
According to Micky Swindale from the chamber, there are hundreds of vacancies on the island that workers simply aren't applying for.
She says if the work permit system was temporarily suspended, people could move to the island and contribute to government coffers:
Manx Care's performance over TT to be discussed in Tynwald
The busiest time of year for the Island's health services will be discussed in Tynwald this month.
Northern cafe to close this month
A cafe and deli in the North has announced it'll be closing.
Manx Utilities says it's completed assessments for solar farm
Manx Utilities says it's finished carrying out planning assessments in the north of the Island for a potential solar farm.
Primary school parking to be raised in Tynwald
An MHK will press Education Minister Daphne Caine about parking at a primary school when Tynwald sits next week.
Time running out to stand as Southern commissioner
Fancy becoming a commissioner in the South?
Ramsey may be darker as lights get repaired
Ramsey commissioners say if you notice the town's darker than usual, it's because street lights are being repaired.
How much does staff sickness cost government?
A Douglas MHK wants to know how much illness is costing the government.
King's Baton Relay gets underway today
The King's Baton Relay is touring the Island ahead of the Commonwealth Games this summer.
