Health Minister David Ashford says it's too difficult to legally enforce mask-wearing.
At a press briefing yesterday, he said other countries have tried and failed to make masks mandatory.
Mr Ashford said the government's recommendation is to wear a mask to greatly help reduce any potential spread of the disease.
But he added there are no plans to change the law to force people to wear them.
MHK wants to know how many children choose school meals over packed lunch
An MHK wants to know how many students are choosing school meals over packed lunches.
More people eligible for jury service under new rules
Vicars and priests would be allowed to do jury service in future, under new rules that'll be discussed by Tynwald this month.
House plans for former motor museum site
The site of a former motor museum on Glen Vine could become four new homes, if planners back new proposals.
No DEFA info on halal slaughtering
The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture says it doesn't collect data on Halal slaughter at the Island's meat plant.
Port St Mary roadworks start next month
Initial work on rebuilding Port St Mary High Street will start next month.
American company plans three-wheeled Island tour
A group of American motorcyclists will be touring the Island next year.
Dominos advertises for staff to work in new Ramsey store
The Island's newest fast food outlet is advertising for staff as it prepares to open.
Cost of new patient transfer buses queried
How many patient transfer buses have been bought in the last three years?
