Enterprise Minister Tim Johnston says his department is working on a 10-year strategy to help the struggling retail and hospitality industries.
In the House of Keys, he faced questions from Douglas South MHK Claire Christian about the help the enterprise Department gives to businesses.
He explained there were a variety of promotions to help hospitality such as the recent Manx Menu competition.
But he said he would be working with the industry after a recent meeting in the Manx Museum:
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Festive social event for young professionals this week
Locate Isle of Man is hosting a social event this week.
Fewer businesses now optimistic about future
Fewer local businesses are optimistic about the future compared to last year, according to a new government poll.
Financial regulator recruiting for board members
The Financial Services Authority is looking for new board members.
Businesses needed for seaside kiosk
Port Erin Commissioners say they're looking for people with business ideas to rent a beachside shed.
Businesses who wouldn't recommend IOM almost triples in 8 years
Around 20 percent of local companies say they wouldn't recommend the Island as a place to do business.
M&S officially opens new-look Douglas food hall
Percy Pig and Colin the Caterpillar were on hand this morning to help officially open Marks and Spencer's new food hall.
