The Chief Minister says he isn’t convinced a rival shipping service to the Steam Packet will take off.
Earlier this year the Ellan Vannin Line announced plans to introduce a freight and passenger service.
It’s a decision that’s been heavily criticised by the shipping unions who say as a result hundreds of jobs will be at risk.
Allan Bell says over the years a number of companies have tried and failed to introduce something:
No problems with digital ID, says minister
The Island's Home Affairs Minister says her department hasn't had reports of problems about a new digital ID system.
Government advertises £130k data protection boss job
The government is advertising in a UK newspaper for a new head of data protection - with a salary of £130,000 a year.
Second vehicle stolen from Ballasalla
Police are appealing for help finding a second vehicle taken from Ballasalla overnight.
Beach water quality good or excellent, says government report
All but one of the Island's designated bathing beaches have good or excellent water quality, according to a new report.
Interactive family percussion event this Saturday
Fancy taking a trip across land and sea in the form of percussion music this weekend?
Have you seen stolen motor?
Police are asking for your help tracing a car stolen in Ballasalla overnight.
Keys to discuss Braddan Roundhouse
Braddan's Roundhouse will be on the House of Keys question paper for the next sitting.
Area plan inquiry date announced
A public inquiry into a plan for how the north and west of the Island can be developed will take place from July 16.
