There will be no public holiday for the Island's election day.
Policy and Reform Minister Chris Thomas dismissed the suggestion in the House of Keys yesterday.
Ramsey MHK Lawrie Hooper asked whether he'd considered giving Manx voters the day off work whilst elections took place.
However, the Minister said he believes the figure would be too high, it may cost up to £1 million for the day and the Island already has 10 public holidays.
Questions over future of Tramway Terrace
An historic building on Douglas promenade will come under the spotlight in the House of Keys next week.
Pet owners warned about Peel fireworks
A company's given a warning to pet owners about a fireworks display in Peel next weekend.
Gambling regulator tackling east Asian crime gangs
The Gambling Supervision Commission says it's tackling the problem of transnational organised crime groups from Southeast Asia moving into the Island.
Thie Clag rents 'will cover costs'
Treasury Minister Alex Allinson says rents at a new development in Douglas will be enough to cover the costs of the building.
Island full of Russian oligarchs and drug barons, says Canadian reporter
A far right Canadian news site has accused the country's prime minister of avoiding taxes by setting up a company in the Isle of Man.
First cruise of 2025 arrives today
The first cruise ship visit of the year takes place today.
Revealing school validation info would hinder oppenness, says minister
Education minister Daphne Caine says releasing information about problems in schools would prevent open and transparent discussion with inspectors.
Who missed school because of storms?
How many teachers and students missed school because of severe gales in February?
