Around one in six government jobs are currently empty, according to Chief Minister Alf Cannan.
In the House of Keys this week, he faced questions about vacancies from Douglas Central MHK Chris Thomas.
Mr Cannan said last April, 20 per cent of government posts were unfilled - but that figure fell to just over 16 per cent in December.
He told members there had been a number of 'ghost jobs' in government which departments were trying to eliminate:
Fundraiser launched for 12 year old injured in TT hit-and-run
A taxi driver from the UK who was injured along with his 12 year old son in a hit-and-run incident in TT has launched an online fundraiser to take his boy on holiday.
Decision next week on plans for temporary hospital buildings
Plans to set up mobile buildings for a renal unit at Ramsey Cottage Hospital will be decided next week.
EPA benefits service goes digital
You can now apply for Employed Person's Allowance online.
Andrew Harris to stand in Glenfaba and Peel
A candidate has come forward to stand in Glenfaba and Peel in this year's general election.
Minister insists primary schools have enough devices
Education Minister Daphne Caine says all primary schools have enough iPads and laptops to teach youngsters.
Hotel demolition was allowed without permission over danger
The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture says it allowed the Castletown Golf Links Hotel to be demolished without planning permission because the building was dangerous.
Cruise ship to make final visit today
A cruise ship with around 500 passengers and crew is making her third and final visit of the year to the Island today.
1,268 competitors to tackle Parish Walk this year
A total of 1,268 people are set to take part in this weekend's Parish Walk.
