The Manx government's Service Delivery Plans for the coming year have been published.

They summarise the aims and priorities of the various departments, statutory boards and offices, and how they relate to the overall Strategic Plan.

The plan is split into four key areas, namely income, employment and the economy; government spending and revenues; legislation and regulation; and quality of life.

The Service Delivery Plans are updated every year and support government's commitment to 'protect and promote the well-being of the family, and provide for the economic and social inclusion of all in the Island's community'.

They also provide an insight into how key domestic and international issues will be addressed in the year ahead.