Government staff who are working flexi-time aren't to blame for public counters being closed.
That's the message from Policy and Reform Minister Chris Thomas after facing questions in the House of Keys this week.
Onchan MHK Julie Edge asked what impact flexible working hours were having on frontline services.
Mr Thomas said in many cases staff aren't offered flexi-time working because of the impact it may have:
Blood transfusion figures revealed
Manx Care says it was asked for 1,341 units of blood last year.
Road closures for hill climb events
Roads around the Island will be closed this weekend for a motor racing event.
Man denies causing £1,000 worth of damage to car
A man has denied keying someone's car and causing more than £1,000 in damage.
Benefits fraudster due for sentencing
A benefits fraudster who wrongly claimed more than £140,000 will be sentenced this week.
Dandara backs Ballalockie campaign
A campaign to ensure a teenager can come back home after a serious accident has had the backing of a property development company.
Petition to give parents info on sex offenders
A Douglas woman is calling for the Island to introduce new laws to find out about sex offenders.
Sex education details sent to parents this week
Parents will be getting letters this week about the government's sex education plans.
Van driver fails breath test
Police say a motorist will be appearing in court after failing a breath test - and turning out to have no driving licence.
