The Infrastructure Minister says revealing a school bus fare hike earlier would have seen parents stocking up on low-price journeys.
In the House of Keys this week Tim Crookall MHK faced questions from Arbory, Castletown and Malew MHK Jason Moorhouse about the 25 per cent rise.
Mr Crookall said the fare rise announced last month didn't come into force until after the announcement was made.
But he said he didn't want to let parents know too early:
MHK has urgent question about Steam Packet fuel charges
An MHK has put forward an urgent question about the Steam Packet's fuel charges for the House of Keys next week.
Future of TT course restaurant to be decided
A well-known former restaurant on the TT course will find out its fate next week.
Dawn Walk with the Samaritans this weekend
The Isle of Man Samaritans are holding their Dawn Walk event this weekend.
Airport issues travel advice amid bus strike
Ronaldsway Airport is advising people to pre-book taxis to make sure they don't miss flights during the latest bus strike.
UK farmer conned out of thousands for "Manx" shepherd's hut
A UK farmer says buying a shepherd's hut from the Isle of Man for his yurt village turned out to be an expensive mistake - after handing over £4,200 to scammers.
TT team founder's life to be celebrated in Leeds
The life of the founder of one of the TT's most iconic teams will be celebrated next month.
Manx Care rapped over Roundhouse FOI response
Manx Care's become the third government organisation in a week to face criticism over its handling of a Freedom of Information request.
New Indian restaurant for Onchan?
Onchan could soon be getting a new Indian restaurant.
