The Department for enterprise says it hasn't been able to find experts to carry out research for it.
A Freedom of Information request asked about a planned project comparing the costs of doing business on high streets on the Island and in the UK.
In its response, the department said it didn't have any information on the findings because after two tendering processes it hasn't been able to find anyone to do the research.
It says it still hopes to find someone capable of carrying out the work.
Chamber of Commerce wants members for election task force
The Island's chamber of Commerce is asking its members to sign up for an election task force to shape government policy.
Bank deposits rose over past year
The amount of money deposited in Island banks has risen over the past year, according to the Financial Service Authority's latest statistics.
Innovation and Investment forum expands to Island
A new innovation and investment network is being launched in the Island.
Conister Bank boosts local charity with record donation
Conister Bank has surprised The Children's Centre by donating a new minivan.
Paragon Recruitment merges with HR company
A Douglas recruitment firm says it's completed a management buyout and merged with a HR company.
Number of settlement agreements with regulator triples
The number of settlement agreements reached between people and the Gambling Supervision Commission's nearly tripled in the past year.
Trade stand applications open for Royal Show
Fancy setting up a trade stand at this year's Royal Manx Agricultural Show?
Island to be represented at major Spanish egaming event
Digital Isle of Man will be in Barcelona this month at a huge egaming event.
