New measures are on the way, designed both to encourage the long term unemployed and penalise those who are not following job seeker regulations.
It is part of a raft of proposals to restrict benefits to those who are truly in need.
Minister Chris Robertshaw says the 'tougher system' is designed to weed out undeserving cases.
'If you're going to enjoy the beach, take responsibility for your mess'
Reports of high levels of litter left on Island's shoreline this week
Tributes paid to mum who campaigned for mental health awareness
Charity 'heartbroken' after death of Caroline Kelly who lost her 13-year-old daughter to suicide
Paddleboarders rescued after being carried offshore
Port Erin RNLI respond to call on Thursday afternoon as pair cling to rock and fishing buoy
Firefighters save seagull stuck on M&S building
This is not just any fire and rescue service...