The Department of infrastructure says it spent more than £118,000 resurfacing Douglas Promenade earlier this year.
The work saw a stretch of road between the Sea Terminal and Broadway improved as a stopgap measure until a major scheme gets underway.
This week in Tynwald, Infrastructure Minister Ray Harmer faced questions about the total amount spent after a press release from his department estimated it would cost around £75,000.
Mr Harmer said the true cost had been significantly higher:
Onchan garage faces demolition under new homes plan
An Onchan garage that shut earlier this year could be bulldozed under new plans.
Wind farm could cut bills by 15% and pay for all primary schools
The company behind a planned windfarm off the Island's east coast says the project could see people's electricity bills slashed by up to 15 per cent.
Credit Union sets post-TT reopening date
The Manx Credit Union says its office will be shut for around a fortnight as it brings in a new software system.
Baby fair returns to Santon this weekend
A popular event for mothers is returning this weekend.
0.03% of smart meter installations led to concerns or complaints, says Manx Utilities
Manx Utilities says only around 10 smart electricity meters caused difficulties during installation - out of 34,778 put in.
Event tonight to discuss historic church's future
An event in the south of the Island this week will discuss the future of a church.
Broadband firm has licence revoked
An Island broadband company has had its licence revoked after failing to pay fees and submit information to the regulator.
£484k spent on TT course after inspections by organisers and DOI
The Department of Infrastructure says it carried out just under £484,500 worth of work on the TT course after inspections with race organisers.
