The Chief Minister has conceded that he was naive to think he could have a government of national unity.
It had been one of Allan Bell's primary objectives to have a harmonious government line-up with all members working towards the same goals.
However, it has been evident over the past three years that this vision may not be attainable - due to regular disputes and major differences of opinion between back bench MHK’s and the Council of Ministers.
Mr Bell says it is disappointing:
MHK questions if Island phones will get national warning alert
Will Island residents receive a test national warning alarm on their phones?
Join the RNLI team and help keep our waters safe
Ever wanted to join the RNLI? Well now's your chance!
Ramsey fireworks cancelled
A planned fireworks display in the north of the Island has been cancelled this weekend due to bad weather.
Plans to promote Manx goods to be scrutinised by MHKs
Efforts to promote Manx produce will come under scrutiny next week in the House of Keys.
Council announces final dates for garden waste collection
Douglas Council has announced the last dates it'll collect garden waste this year.
Manx Utilities hopes sewer cleaning means end of odour problems
Manx Utilities says it hopes the completion of cleaning works will mark the end of sewage odours on an estate in the West of the Island.
What's being done to tackle crash blackspots?
What's being done to tackle accident blackspots on the Island's roads?
New TT schedule will be reviewed on yearly basis
The new TT schedule will be reviewed each year as part of an existing procedure, according to the enterprise minister.
