Infrastructure Minister Ray Harmer's defended closing down a lane outside the airport during a recent terror alert.
The lane was closed after the UK raised its terror threat level to the highest possible following the Manchester attack.
However, a number of international airports in the UK didn't take similar measures, leading North Douglas MHK David Ashford to query why the move was thought necessary.
In the House of Keys, Mr Harmer said he had to act on the advice from the UK:
Some northern homes to be without water tomorrow
Manx Utilities says a number of homes in the North will be without water tomorrow evening
Several sailings cancelled today
The Steam Packet says several sailings have been cancelled because of bad weather today.
Hundreds of artworks available to see online for first time
More than 300 artworks from a major Manx collection can now be seen online for the first time.
Government cybersecurity centre warning of bank scam
If you've had an unexpected phone call from your bank about fraudulent transactions, be wary!
Nearly £265k paid to install broadband cables
The Department for Enterprise paid Manx Telecom almost £265,000 to install underground fibre cables last year.
Tynwald to hear report on possible tourist tax
A report on a potential tourist tax will go before Tynwald later this month.
From Pisa to Peel: cyclist plans 1,250 mile charity ride
A local cyclist plans to ride over 1,250 miles from Pisa to Peel to raise money for a blindness charity.
The Furys are back on Netflix this weekend
The Island's most famous newcomers are back on TV this weekend.
