No 'special inspections' have been carried out at schools by the Department of Education, Sport and Culture in the last five years.
That's according to Minister Graham Cregeen in the House of Keys this week, who added the department does have the power to carry out such inspections in rare cases.
He went on to say schools are required to undertake on-going self reviews and evaluation.
His comments came in written response to a question on the matter by Onchan MHK Julie Edge.
Difficult to compare Island's Hospice funding with UK, says minister
The Health Minister says comparisons between government funding of hospices here and abroad must be made with caution.
Mountain Road to close because of gales
The Department of Infrastructure says it'll soon be closing the Mountain Road because of high winds.
New amber warning issued for tonight's storm
Ronaldsway Met Office has upgraded tonight's weather warning from yellow to amber.
Police appeal over theft of building materials
Police in the West are appealing for information about stolen buildings materials.
One of capital's oldest buildings may become housing
One of the oldest buildings in Douglas could become residential accommodation, according to an estate agent.
New NHS safety rule to be brought in on Island
A new NHS rule aimed at stopping conditions being misdiagnosed will be adopted on the Island.
Two city streets to shut for over six months
Two streets in the centre of Douglas will be partly closed for over six months.
Revamp of airport terminal planned, says DOI
The Department of Infrastructure says a series of improvements to the airport terminal have been planned for the next three years.
