The festive period is giving the Island a brief respite from the rigours of the present economic squeeze, but there is the warning that "more pain is on the way".
A major departmental reshuffle is planned for the early part of 2014.
Chief Minister Allan Bell says the only way to achieve the rebalancing of the Manx budget, forced on the Island by the cuts in income, is a painful one:
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Changes to Steam Packet schedules next week
It's due to berth depth issues in Douglas as a result of low tides
Minister acknowledges need to act quickly to mitigate concerns of hospitality sector
The LVA chairman has pledged to work with the Department to find options for support
Neil Taverner wins Cleveland Medal
Breesha Kelsey took the win for the Sheffield Plate
Technical issue behind flight delay
The flight to Bristol was meant to leave the Island at 4.30pm
Police carry out investigation following concerns over welfare of dog
It happened on in Douglas yesterday afternoon
Residency requirements and 2027 implementation among proposed changes to assisted dying bill
MHKs to consider amendment at next week's House of Keys sitting
