Do pay rises mean people are worse off because of the benefits system?
That's the claim from North Douglas MHK David Ashford, as he quizzed Treasury Minister Alex Allinson about inflation in the House of Keys this week.
Dr Allinson said benefits thresholds had risen in line with inflation, allowing people to earn more and still keep benefits.
But Mr Ashford said constituents disagreed:
Last-minute change to Peel fireworks this evening
There’s been a last-minute change to the location of Peel’s fireworks display this evening, Wednesday November 5.
Parking permit review 'on the way' - but not yet
The Island's parking permit system will be reviewed - but Infrastructure Minister Michelle Haywood says she doesn't know when.
No complaints about locked-in cars at Villa Marina
Education, Sport and Minister Daphne Caine says she doesn't know how many cars have been locked in overnight at the Villa Marina - but nobody's complained in the last six months.
Planning application goes in for cannabis club
A planning application's been submitted to change a building in Ramsey into a cannabis social club.
46 babies born last month, says Jane Crookall
The Isle of Man welcomed 46 new residents last month, according to the Jane Crookall Maternity Unit.
Be responsible with fireworks, urge police
Police are asking people to be responsible with fireworks on Bonfire Night tonight.
AI videos of injured TT racers "sick" and "disrespectful"
Social media users have hit out after someone uploaded a series of AI-generated videos appearing to show injured riders being treated during Manx race festivals.
Fireworks displays in East and West tonight
Douglas and Peel fireworks displays will both be held tonight - with the weather expected to be a bit dryer!
