The IoM education minister says her department has to walk a fine line when it comes to enforcing masks in schools.
This week in Tynwald, Julie Edge faced a question from Arbory, Malew and Castletown MHK Jason Moorhouse about face coverings in schools.
Masks are currently 'expected' but not compulsory for all secondary pupils and UCM students.
Mrs Edge said parents are divided over the issue:
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