Health and Social Care Minister Claire Christian says a strike by the Island's nurse's isn't inevitable, despite 70 per cent of union members voting in favour.
In Tynwald this week, she faced an urgent question from Ramsey MHK Lawrie Hooper about the Royal College of Nursing strike ballot.
Nurses have voted to walk out after rejecting a four per cent pay offer from Manx Care.
Mrs Christian said strike action could still be averted:
Manx Care to wait another month for extra £20 million
Tynwald won't be giving Manx Care extra millions until it reveals exactly how much it needs.
Con the buses!
You can't win six months free travel on public transport, according to the government's cyber-security experts.
Dancer illuminates Blackpool at cheerleading comp
An Isle of Man cheerleader who was told he could never dance has lit up Blackpool!
Chief Constable not asked for 20mph views
Chief Constable Russell Foster hasn't been asked for his views on proposed 20mph limits in all the Island's towns and villages.
Roundhouse walking track shut for remedial work
Braddan Commissioners says its sections of a walking track at the Roundhouse need to close for work this week.
Fly-tipping on the agenda at commissioners' meeting
Commissioners in the west of the Island are urging the public to report any fly-tipping to police.
Get your nominations in for local elections from today
If you're thinking of standing for election to a local authority, today's the first say to get your nomination papers in.
Seven children prosecuted for drug dealing in last year
The Island's Justice Minister says 14 teenagers were prosecuted for drugs offences in the last year.
