Economic Development Laurence Skelly says he doesn't know when the government will choose a company to drill for gas off the Island's coastline.
He faced a question for written answer this week in Tynwald from Douglas East MHK Chris Robertshaw on the issue.
Mr Skelly said applications opened in July and will shut in November.
But he said he wasn't sure what date the winner would be announced because it would depend on how many companies apply.
Premium estate agent launches new license on Island
Premium property agent Fine & Country has launched a new license on the Isle of Man.
Signs approved for estate agent's new office
A local estate agent that's opening a new location in the south has had a planning application approved.
Number of aircraft registered here declining since 2022
The number of new aircraft being registered by the Isle of Man aircraft registry has been declining steadily since 2022.
Post Office profits up by over a million pounds
The Post Office says it's profits rose by more than a million pounds last year.
Information Commissioner partners with Jersey
The Island's information commissioner is joining forces with Jersey to understand the data protection challenges faced by organisations.
New parental leave laws approved
Tynwald has approved new legislation about shared parental leave and bereavement leave.
Gambling regulator publishes feedback about proposed law changes
The Island's gambling regulator has published feedback about proposed changes to the Island's laws.
Manx flour to be stocked in Spar stores
Something truly Manx is rising!
