Enterprise Minister Tim Johnston says the government isn't involved in providing transport, entertainment, food, and other services to cruise ships.
He faced a question for written answer from Arbory, Castletown and Malew MHK Jason Moorhouse about fair access to contracts.
Mr Johnston said the cruise liners use companies to provide for passengers and so there's no government involvement.
But he added Visit Isle of Man helps promote what the Island can offer to shore excursion companies.
Filipino festival planned for Laxey
A huge celebration of the Island's Filipino community will take place in Laxey later this year.
Glen Maye requisition meeting scheduled
A requisition meeting will be held in Glen Maye next month.
Political satire is coming to the Gaiety Theatre in Douglas next week, just in time to poke fun at the general election.
Viking longboat races today
Viking races will finally get underway in Peel today - after a six-week delay.
Postal vote applications have to be in soon
Living far away but want to cast your vote in September's election? Time's running out!
Mum launches petition over university support
A petition's been launched calling on government to provide more support for Manx university students.
Bus services north and south face disruption later
Bus Vannin says a number of its services may face disruption this evening.
Wildlife Trust unveils woodland plans
The Manx Wildlife Trust has submitted a planning application for a new woodland in the northeast of the Island.
