After a very tough year, the Island is in a good place moving into 2024.
That's the verdict from the Chief Minister Alf Cannan, who said it's been a transitional year as we've all felt the impact of rising inflation and the resulting cost of living crisis.
He said since coming into office in 2021 his administration have had their fair share of crisis situations to respond to.
He said he has a very clear idea of what needs to happen next year to put the Island on a better footing:
Company wants permission to dismantle equipment at quarry
An Island company has applied for planning permission to dismantle and remove equipment from a depot in Santon.
Government survey asks what you think of land registration
The government's inviting you to share your views on land registration.
Politician questions how heating oil prices are set
An MHK wants to know how companies set their prices for heating oil.
Wine bar to shut its doors
A Douglas wine bar has announced it'll close for good in a month's time.
Piece of iconic castle's history up for auction
There's a chance to buy a piece of Manx history at an auction this weekend.
Outdoor centre saw 6,000 visitors in 5 years, costing £1m
An outdoor education centre has welcomed almost 6,000 visitors in five years, at a cost of just over a million pounds.
You'll see more armed officers because of training this week
The police say not to worry if you notice more armed officers in the north of the Island over the next two days.
DHSC says it's not connected to controversial software firm
The Department of Health and Social Care says it doesn't have any dealings with a controversial software company.
