There are 60 more places for apprentices this year according to the Department of Economic Development.
In the House of Keys yesterday Minister Laurence Skelly was quizzed about his support for schemes.
Mr Skelly said his department supported a wide range of apprenticeships in a number of different industries and sectors.
And he said the number of places available had gone up since last year:
Staff, energy and materials blamed for price rises
Around 45 percent of Island businesses say they've had to up their prices over the past six months.
Made in Mann labels to get update
The enterprise minister says an updated labelling scheme for Manx produce is set to be unveiled next year.
Quarry valuations queried in Tynwald
The minerals in the Island's quarries haven't been fully valued in three years.
More people falling under income tax threshold
The number of people who aren't required to submit a tax return has been rising steadily over the past four years.
Blessed are the (Manx) cheese-makers!
Isle of Man Creamery is celebrating after picking up two awards.
Financial planning company opens new northern office
A local financial planning company is opening a new pop-up office in the North.
Government launches business survey
A survey has been launched to measure the mood of businesses across the Island.
Villa Marina hosts huge career fair
The Island's largest careers fair gets underway today.
