Enterprise Minister, Laurence Skelly MHK, says the ongoing cost of maintaining Manx National Heritage sites remains a challenge.
His comments were part of a written reponse to a question from Arbory, Castletown and Malew MHK Jason Moorhouse in Tynwald yesterday.
Mr Skelly added more cost effective options will be considered if appropriate.
It was as the minister responded to a query from Mr Moorhouse's regarding outside lighting at Castle Rushen.
Island to follow UK cigarette sale ban?
The Isle of Man could ban the sale of cigarettes, cigars and tobacco to anyone born after 2008.
Cast return to Island
90s Indie rockers Cast will be playing on the Island later this year.
Bordello to reopen as Irish pub?
A nightclub which closed last year could return as a theme pub.
Final 'Listening To You' gov roadshow comes to Ramsey tonight
The last in a series of government roadshows will take place this evening in the North.
Small shark tagging crews rewarded for efforts by MWT
Two local fishing crews have been rewarded for their help on a shark tagging project.
Overdose investigation lands woman in court
Investigations into an overdose has landed a woman in court charged with two counts of drug dealing.
Ramsey attempted burglary sparks witness plea
Police are appealing for information after an attempted burglary in Ramsey earlier this week.
Dangerous driving death accused committed to higher court
A Douglas man facing trial for causing death by dangerous driving has been committed to a higher court.
