The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture says it doesn't know how much residential housing has turned into tourism accommodation.
A Freedom of Information request asked how many planning applications had changed the use of buildings into places to stay for tourists in the last five years.
In its response, DEFA says it only has figures for the number of planning applications with the word "tourist" in the proposals.
Its data shows since 2020, there have been 158 such applications.
Major Liverpool docks regeneration plans unveiled
The area surrounding Liverpool's Isle of Man Ferry Terminal could be transformed under major regeneration plans now out for public consultation.
New powers proposed for housing authorities
The Island's housing authorities will get more powers to find living places for people who find themselves in exceptional circumstances.
Kids invited to create Manx-inspired friendship bracelets
Looking for something to keep the kids busy this summer? A friendship bracelet workshop is coming to the Manx Museum.
37 babies born at the Jane last month
A total of 37 babies were born at the Jane Crookall Maternity Unit in June, according to the latest figures.
Court rejects fraudster's freemason conspiracy claims
A man serving UK prison time for fraud and forgery isn't the victim of a shadowy criminal conspiracy involving Freemasons, a court has found.
Government working to refresh economic strategy
Enterprise Minister Tim Johnston says the government's been working hard to make sure it's economic strategy is keeping up with the latest events.
Drone ban for skateboarding championship
The Civil Aviation Authority says drones will be banned from the Mountain Road this weekend.
Pick it up plea from Castletown commissioners
Castletown commissioners have issued a plea to the ancient capital's dog owners.
