The chief minister says the government constantly reminds people about the benefits of buying local produce.
This week in Tynwald, Alf Cannan MHK was quizzed by Arbory, Castletown and Malew MHK Jason Moorhouse about when he last "buy Manx" campaign was.
Mr Cannan told the court there were a number of different campaigns and events which promote shopping locally.
And he said two such campaigns had been held recently:
No data on government workers with emotional support animals
The government says while it discourages employees bringing pets to work, it doesn't have a policy on emotional support animals.
Get your Covid vaccination from this week
A spring coronavirus vaccination programme is due to start next week.
New look for Poulsom Park?
There's a chance to find out about a possible new look for a park in the south of the Island.
Dog attack on chickens sparks woman's ire
A woman in the west of the Island has hit out after a loose dog killed one of her birds.
Country stars announce Isle of Man gig
One of the UK's biggest country bands have announced they're playing the Isle of Man this summer.
Social housing rent glitch nothing to worry about, say commissioners
Castletown commissioners are asking tenants not to panic if it looks like their rent hasn't been paid.
Police warn of rental scam
Police say they are aware of a rental scam currently circulating on Facebook.
The Parish Walk goes green
The Parish Walk wants to go greener by reducing carbon emissions.
