Home Affairs Minister Bill Malarkey says no area of government can be spared from cutting spending.
In Tynwald this week, North Douglas MHK David Ashford asked him if he'd resist any further cuts to police budgets.
Mr Malarkey said nothing in government could be considered ring-fenced or safe from cuts.
But he said he recognised the vital work done by the Island's Constabulary:
Hiring advisors will save health money, says minister
The Island's health minister says hiring two external consultants will help Manx Care meet its budgets in future.
Dozens of extra salt bins this year, says minister
Infrastructure Minister Michelle Haywood says the Island's had an extra 21 salt bins to deal with freezing weather over the winter.
No data on minimum wage earners, says minister
Treasury Minister Alex Allinson says he doesn't know how many people were paid minimum wage last year - or how much they contributed in tax and National Insurance.
Foodbank looking for volunteers
Could you help those who've been badly hit by the cost of living crisis?
Passport fees rise tomorrow
Today's the last day to get your passport before fees go up tomorrow.
Appeal after car damaged in Laxey
Police are asking witnesses to come forward after a car was damaged in Laxey earlier this week.
Bus Vannin hopes electric bus will score Ohm run
Bus Vannin says a new electric vehicle will be plying routes on the Island over the coming weeks.
Steam Packet warns of tidal disruption
The Steam Packet Company says it's making a number of changes to its timetabled sailings over the next week.
