The Island's only independent school has announced it will begin offering A-Levels from September.

King William's College will offer the courses in a 'blended' approach, alongside the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.

In a partnership with King's InterHigh online school, all the lessons will be taught virtually from a newly created hub on the campus.

Principal Damian Henderson has telling Amy Griffiths more:

Prospect says broad statements about government efficiencies and public sector headcount are fuelling uncertainty across the workforce.

Around a year and a half ago, the chief minister announced a series of measures aimed at reducing staff numbers and controlling headcount across the civil service.

However, over the past two quarters, full-time equivalent numbers have actually risen, despite more than 130 roles being placed under review.

Manx Radio's Christian Jones has been speaking to Prospect's Local Negotiations Officer Mick Hewer, and the National Secretary Jez Stuart.

Among the topics expected to become key election issues this year, immigration has been highlighted.

On the Island there are hopes to see the population grow to 100,000 by 2037, while parties supporting tougher immigration measures have made ground in neighbouring jurisdictions.

Sylvie Géal-Wilkes works at Café Lingo in Douglas - a group which supports people who've made the move to the Isle of Man from all over the world.

In this edition of Newscast, Sylvie speaks to Lewis Foster about the work the organisation does, where the service users come from, and her thoughts on attitudes towards immigration.