The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture says it hasn't had the resources to achieve a 2025 deadline in the Island's biodiversity strategy.
A Freedom of Information request asked if all the Island's critical biodiversity sites would be protected and managed by 2025 as set out in the Tynwald-backed plan.
But DEFA says with months left to go, it hasn't managed to achieve the goal.
In its response, the department says it hasn't had the resources needed and has also had other priorities.
Castletown hosts tin bath racing
There'll be road closures in central Castletown today as the World Tin Bath Championships get underway.
Mountain Road closed for skateboarding today
The northern end of the Mountain Road will be shut for much of today.
Peel ready for huge community sale later
Peel will host the Island's biggest jumble sale today.
Cruise ship makes first stop of week
A cruise ship is making the first of three visits to the Isle of Man in a week this morning.
Tin bath races mean bus diversions tomorrow
Bus Vannin's warning of some disruption in the south of the Island tomorrow as an iconic Manx sporting event gets underway.
MHK wants backing for changes to Tynwald members' pay
Do pay structures for Tynwald members need looking at again?
Storage firm announces closure
A storage business in Crosby says it's shutting its doors later this month.
Mountain Road shut for skate setup later
Part of the Mountain Road is due to close later as the Island prepares to host some of the world’s fastest skateboarders.
