Foreign nationals who wish to settle permanently on the Isle of Man will now have to pass a new test.
The Passport, Immigration and Nationality Office says people will now have to pass a written and an oral test.
The change comes into force at the end of next month and follows a move in the UK to ensure that all applicants can speak English to a certain standard.
Sian Little is the chief immigration officer – she told us why the change is being implemented:
Get ready for possible floods, says civil defence
The Island's civil defence volunteers are advising people to get ready for bad weather tomorrow.
Passengers praise Ben my Chree on new routes
An Island ferry's been getting the thumbs-up from passengers as she plies two new routes for Stena Line.
Audiology drop-in clinics called off this week
Manx Care says staff illness means a number of drop-in clinics this week have been postponed.
Island needs a superhero - could YOU fit the bill?
An Isle of Man company is looking for a Marvel superhero!
Capital 'hardest-hit' by zero-rated ruinous buildings
Douglas Council says it's the hardest-hit local authority when it comes to rate exemptions for dangerous or ruinous buildings.
Fundraiser launched to help ill German shepherd
A local woman's started a fundraiser to help care for her family dog's serious skin issues.
Daytime road closures for tree work
A road in Glen Vine will close during daytimes this week.
Business group meets to discuss minimum wage rise
A group of businesses led by a former minister will meet tonight to discuss the recent minimum wage rise.
