The government says it can't afford to give money to businesses affected by nearby regeneration work.
Economic Development Minister Lawrence Skelly faced questions on the issue in the House of Keys earlier this week.
Arbory, Castletown and Malew MHK Jason Moorhouse wanted to know about support for companies affected by projects before, during and after development.
Mr Skelly said he's keen to support businesses, but doesn't have the cash to compensate them:
Southern local authority announces below-inflation rates rise
Arbory and Rushen Commissioners has announced a below-inflation rates rise for this year.
Laxey Promenade shut as waves wash onto road
The Department of Infrastructure says Laxey Promenade is now closed.
Ramsey roads shut because of coastal overtopping
The Department of Infrastructure says two roads in Ramsey have been closed because of coastal overtopping.
MHK writes to Post Office about bill-paying restrictions
An Onchan MHK says he's written to the Post Office after it announced restrictions on bill-paying at its outlets.
£7.7m cost by Manx Care staff sickness
Manx Care says staff sickness cost it £7.7 million last year.
30.5% hike to rates in Andreas
Andreas Commissioners say rates in their area will rise by more than 30 per cent this year.
Only some war pensions discounted from care charges
Health Minister Claire Christian says only some people on war pensions get them part-excluded when it comes to paying for their care.
Single car crash at Ballacraine
Police say they're dealing with a crash north of Ballacraine at Ballaspur, outside St John's.
