Chief Minister's comments come in light of rising cost of living
The chief minister says he, and government, is well aware of the financial pressures Manx people are likely to face this coming winter.
Gas prices rose this week by 43.9 per cent and the cost of living generally continues to rise.
A number of support measures have already been announced to try and help people who may be struggling.
Alfred Cannan says these are proof that government understands how scared people are:
Crime on the Island continues to fall while serious incidents create 'exceptional demand'
Chief Constable Russ Foster's Annual Report published
As heatwave heads our way, how do we stay safe in the sun?
Island could reach 27 Celsius on Thursday
Cost of a passport set to increase this summer
Treasury says higher fees will mirror fees introduced in the UK earlier this year
Manx Telecom to fund groundwork for fibre customers
Company says it's removing 'practical barrier'