Plans to roll out new healthcare and charities model

Manx Care and charities hoping to link up to provide more support

Plans are in place to roll out a new healthcare model designed to bridge the gap between government and third sectors.

Manx Care and local charities are hoping to join forces to provide better help for those who need it.

Chair of the Council of Voluntary Organisations Jackie Betteridge says in the past the relationship has felt strained.

However, after recent meetings, she feels there's now a move towards an "alliance":