Treasury Minister Alex Allinson says he doesn't know how many people who've lived here less than five years have been given social security payments.
He says he'd have to scour tens of thousands of files to find out how many people had been given money.
Dr Allinson faced a question for written answer from Arbory, Castletown and Malew MHK Jason Moorhouse.
But he says the question is so broad it would take huge amounts of civil service time to answer.
Major Liverpool docks regeneration plans unveiled
The area surrounding Liverpool's Isle of Man Ferry Terminal could be transformed under major regeneration plans now out for public consultation.
New powers proposed for housing authorities
The Island's housing authorities will get more powers to find living places for people who find themselves in exceptional circumstances.
Kids invited to create Manx-inspired friendship bracelets
Looking for something to keep the kids busy this summer? A friendship bracelet workshop is coming to the Manx Museum.
37 babies born at the Jane last month
A total of 37 babies were born at the Jane Crookall Maternity Unit in June, according to the latest figures.
Court rejects fraudster's freemason conspiracy claims
A man serving UK prison time for fraud and forgery isn't the victim of a shadowy criminal conspiracy involving Freemasons, a court has found.
Government working to refresh economic strategy
Enterprise Minister Tim Johnston says the government's been working hard to make sure it's economic strategy is keeping up with the latest events.
Drone ban for skateboarding championship
The Civil Aviation Authority says drones will be banned from the Mountain Road this weekend.
Pick it up plea from Castletown commissioners
Castletown commissioners have issued a plea to the ancient capital's dog owners.
