A letter sent to the chief minister by the UK's Cabinet Secretary has been described as "clumsy control-freakery".
David Frost wrote to the Isle of Man as well as governments in Edinburgh, Cardiff, Belfast, Jersey and Guernsey.
The letter warned against any contact with the European Union without telling the UK government.
However, campaigners in Scotland says it will hold governments back as they try to build relationships after Brexit.
Manx Care hit with data enforcement notice by commissioner
Manx Care's been rapped for dragging its heels under data protection laws.
Beware of wildfires in sunny weather!
The Island's Fire and Rescue Service wants you to get outside and enjoy the warmer weather, but to be aware of the risks that can cause wildfires.
Staff training means GP closures
Manx Care say GP practices will close for three afternoons in April.
Commissioner celebrates Peel sewage progress
A Peel commissioner says the way is now clear for the Sunset city to get its own sewage treatment plant, after the final planning details were approved.
Tides causing delayed ferry departures and longer crossings
There's further disruption to the Steam Packet Company's timetable today.
All jobs safe as Wetherspoons takes over 1886
A spokesman for UK pub chain Wetherspoons says all employees will transfer over to the company as it sets up its first Isle of Man venue.
Keys to discuss cashless Steam Packet payments
The House of Keys sits this morning, with 15 questions for members to ponder.
Stopping Parentcraft classes not ideal says Health Minister
Health Minister Claire Christian says the way Parentcraft classes were ended wasn't ideal.
