The government doesn't need to regulate escort agencies - because if they break the law, they'll end up in court.
So says Policy and Reform Minister Chris Thomas, after questions were raised on the issue in Tynwald this week.
Rushen MHK Juan Watterson asked whether the government was considering regulating the industry after it emerged an agency had been advertising women for hire during TT.
Mr Thomas said new rules weren't needed:
MHK proposes UK-style debt repayment scheme
Should the Island introduce a UK-style debt repayment scheme?
Work on new Onchan streetlamps starts today
There'll be temporary traffic lights on the main road into Onchan from today as new streetlamps are installed.
Risk of more ice this week
Ronaldsway Met Office says there's a chance of more ice this week.
Maltby becomes first candidate in 2026 election
The opening salvo's been fired in the road to this year's general election.
Watch out for big load on the roads today
You might see an unusual load on the road between Douglas and Peel this morning.
LegCo moves ahead to formally making Douglas a city
Legislative Council members will discuss moves to officially make Douglas a legal city this week.
Chairman says Post Office moving to postal-only services
Post Office chairman Stu Peters says no contracts with sub-post offices have been renegotiated or ended in the last year.
Mountain Road re-opens
The Mountain Road has now re-opened.
