Chief Minister Allan Bell has warned people should not expect a Freedom of Information act in the immediate future.
He says at a time of great austerity such a scheme would carry big financial implications.
The Chief had previously committed to an FOI framework to be in place by the end of this year, however he says this will no longer be achievable.
Consultation on the bill will now commence in early January; Mr Bell says it’s important people appreciate its scale:
Mountain Road due to reopen tonight
The Mountain Road remains closed today as roadworks continue.
MHKs to discuss Braddan Roundhouse
The House of Keys sits this morning, with plenty on the agenda for MHKs.
Government roadshow moves to Peel
The second Listening To You government roadshow event will be held this evening.
Woman accused of money laundering
A Liverpool woman has been remanded in custody after being arrested on suspicion of helping a drug gang.
Purple Helmet visits Government House
One of the Purple Helmets came out of retirement to mark a special occasion last week.
TT Campsite applies to extend facilities
A TT campsite in Kirk Michael has applied for permission to extend its facilities for campervans.
Lifeboat tows vessel to port
Peel lifeboat went to its first emergency callout of the year, when it helped a motorboat with engine troubles at the weekend.
DfE welcomes approval of Villiers Square planning application
The Department for Enterprise has welcomed the unanimous support of the redevelopment of Villiers Square in Douglas.
