It's too "complicated" to provide figures for the number of public service staff who are working on zero-hour contracts.
That's despite a request from Onchan MHK Peter Karran who asked for the statistics in the House of Keys earlier this week:
He has concerns the employment practice could be creating an "underclass" adding that unions have also expressed their worries.
Chief Minister Allan Bell says work is underway to try and compile the figures:
20mph scheme finished by next year, says minister
Every built-up area in the Isle of Man will be 20mph by next summer under plans from the Department of Infrastructure.
Guess poo's back - days after deep clean
Ramsey commissioners are warning pet owners they could face a £1,000 fine - after repeated incidents of dog fouling.
MHK says spend cash on potholes, not 20mph signs
An Onchan MHK says the public doesn't want blanket 20mph speed limits around the island - and the money should be spent on fixing roads.
Mountain Road to close for TT work
Part of the Mountain Road shuts today as work gets underway to prepare for the TT.
Police investigate after youngster attacked in Peel
Police are investigating after youngster was jumped by a gang of four people at the weekend.
Onchan Park reopening this weekend
Onchan Pleasure Park is reopening for Easter this weekend!
Wetherspoons opening date confirmed
The Island's new Wetherspoons will be open before TT, according to bosses.
Busy Douglas road to shut again after October work
Roadworks in Douglas will mean traffic restrictions on Victoria Road for the second time in six months.
