The Department of Health and social Care says it won't reveal how many legal abortions have been carried out in the past five years.
A freedom of information request asked for the figures - but the department says publishing them may identify women who've undergone the procedure.
In its reply, the DHSC says fewer than 10 women a year were allowed legal terminations under laws dating back 22 years.
And it says the statistics are personal data which can't be made public.
Storage firm announces closure
A storage business in Crosby says it's shutting its doors later this month.
Mountain Road shut for skate setup later
Part of the Mountain Road is due to close later as the Island prepares to host some of the world’s fastest skateboarders.
Bus diversions for tin bath day tomorrow
Bus Vannin's warning of some disruption in the south of the Island tomorrow as an iconic Manx sporting event gets underway.
MP criticises Island's fishing visa rules in Westminster
A Northern Irish MP says his constituency's fishing fleet is facing a major threat because of changes to Isle of Man visa rules.
Post Office won't release Evri documents as courier prepares to leave Island
Isle of Man Post Office says it won't release any of its emails or messages with courier firm Evri - which could have shown talks about taking over the service.
Strix to shut Ramsey factory
One of the Island's biggest manufacturers says it's closing its Ramsey factory and shifting production to China.
More work to close Kewaigue Hill
Kewaigue Hill is set to close next weekend as Manx Utilities needs to carry out more work.
Ballasalla café’s growing success reaches VAT milestone
A café in the south of the Island says it's having to put up some prices - because it's been so successful.
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