Manx Utilities chairman John Wannenburgh says the organisation has 17 non-disclosure agreements at the moment - but wouldn't be drawn on details.
In Tynwald this week, Arbory, Castletown and Malew MHK Jason Moorhouse quizzed him about the gagging contracts.
Mr Wannenburgh said they were used infrequently to protect confidential information.
And he added the agreements wouldn't affect the government's whistleblowing policy:
Onchan post office to stop trading
Onchan's postmaster says the village's post office will be closing in August
Police report fall in sexual offences
The police say the number of sexual offences, including rape, has fallen over the past year.
Newsagent to run in election
A new candidate has declared they'll stand for Rushen in the general election.
Fire service issues wildfire warning in hot weather
The Island's Fire and Rescue Service is warning the public on the dangers of wildfires.
New grants planned to make homes more efficient
A new scheme that could help households switch to cleaner heating is set to go before Tynwald next month.
Road closures for supercar tour today
A supercar event means road closures will be in place in Douglas and Peel today.
Does government plan to ban nicotine pouches for minors?
Will the government ban nicotine pouches for under 18s?
VillaGaiety looking at changes to deal with audience noise
The VillaGaiety says it's considering making changes to control audience noise during shows.
