The social care minister says he and his officers will do their best to tackle the 'huge issue' of welfare reform.
But Chris Robertshaw says he also wants to hear the public's thoughts on how best to change the benefit system.
The ultimate target is a major debate in December.
Mr Robertshaw says changes may not be popular, but there's no avoiding them:
Manxman repairs expected to exceed £2.5m
The Steam Packet's flagship has been out of action since July
Treasury Minister: Taxpayer footing Manxman repair bill
Steam Packet has previously said it would be paying
Island's youngest ever MHK says he has 'a lot to prove'
Eighteen-year-old Daniel Davison elected in Glenfaba and Peel
"Clearly I'm a candidate" for chief minister - Chris Thomas
Douglas Central MHK re-elected for the fourth time