The future of ferries is still up in the air after government admitted it's not ready to sign a new agreement with the Steam Packet Company.
The Department of Infrastructure says the proposed contract, that would last until 2041, would be a big commitment to make.
The matter will be discussed in Tynwald next week.
Infrastructure Minister Ray Harmer says there's a lot to consider:
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