The Island's Treasury Minister says it's not his place to tell the Steam Packet which ferries it should operate.
This week in the House of Keys Dr Alex Allinson faced questions about the Ben my Chree and the work needed to bring it up to modern standards.
He said although her sister ships were still sailing daily, the Ben would need around £18 million worth of work to bring her in line with the Manxman.
And he said it wasn't for him to tell to company how to run its fleet:
Survey on cannabis closes this week
There's a last chance to share your views on medical cannabis products.
Hotel boss labels visitor levy "absolutely insane"
A hotel manager has accused the government of being "tone deaf" and "out of touch" over a possible tourist tax.
Ramsey slashes library subscription fees
There's good news for bookworm pensioners in the north of the Island.
Star gets medical clearance to train for TT movie
Hollywood star Channing Tatum says he's been given the go-ahead by doctors to start training for a TT movie.
Pool announces price hikes
The Southern Swimming Pool says it's putting its prices up this week.
Glen Helen restaurant reborn as farm shop!
A new shop offering Island produce says it's 'absolutely delighted' after winning planning permission.
Fuel restrictions lifted as price rises come into force
Filling stations around the Island will be getting deliveries of fuel today.
Airport, bus strike and Hospice to be raised in Keys
The House of Keys sits this morning with 17 questions and two new laws on the order paper.
