The Chief Minister says the Manx government is on course to re-balance its budget.
However, Allan Bell admits there is pain to come as the Island continues to tackle the VAT bombshell which saw income cut by a third.
Speaking on Sunday Opinion on Manx Radio, Mr Bell says everyone has to be prepared to accelerate the rate of change in slimming down government.
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Almost 3,000 take part in Pilates world record attempt at Knockaloe
Record for largest ever class remains unbroken, but crowds achieve separate accolade
Ben-my-Chree sailing cancelled due to 'technical issues'
All Manannan journeys are going ahead as planned
81 'unsafe squishy toys' seized
Parents urged to check for unsafe items
Manx Utilities open 'prior information notice' for Garff Sewage Treatment works
It says it's not a 'competitive tender process' at this stage