£2 million is being spent on extra staff to help drive economic growth.
The Department of Economic Development will recruit six people to help pursue business development in five areas.
These include the UK North and countries strategies, high net worth individuals, the visitor economy and marketing in order to raise awareness of the Island.
Minister John Shimmin says the staff will be on temporary contracts:
Island to host top level chess tournament again
Hundreds of chess players will be coming to the Isle of Man for a tournament next year hoping to win a share of its £660,000 prize pot.
TT food festival applies for planning permission
A food and drink festival showcasing local produce during TT could return this year - if planners give the go-ahead.
Missing mail on MHK's mind
How much mail gets lost making its way through the Post Office's systems?
Mountain Road fully reopens after TT work
The Department of Infrastructure has reopened the Mountain Road, exactly when it said it would.
MHK to address Tynwald after UK blocks assisted dying law
The man behind the Island's assisted dying laws will address Tynwald next week.
Hotel asks for permission for projected sign
A hotel in Douglas has been told it will need planning permission to have signs projected onto its wall.
Petition calls for end to music education cuts
A petition's been started calling for increased funding for the Island's Music Service.
Bar George contents up for auction today
The contents of a well-known bar in Douglas will go under the hammer today.
