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The government says a demand for an increased hourly rate and an enhanced lump sum was handed over to them, at the same time as Union officials were describing the bus crews' increased determination to escalate their action.
Further strike action has been promised, some of which could affect the "bendy bus" trials.
But the Department of Community, Culture and Leisure's chief executive, Nick Black, says there does appear to be some room for negotiation:
Teresa Cope 'an extraordinarily dedicated public servant' who wasn't pushed out of job, says Manx Care chair
Wendy Reid discusses circumstances around CEO's departure
Ramsey Minor Injuries Unit to reopen next week
Manx Care says urgent treatment and diagnostic support will return to Ramsey Cottage Hospital
Local pharmacist believes gap to GP's is "narrowing"
However, he says in-store professionals wont replace a doctor
Young farmer hopes to shine light on mental health
Thomase Cleator says isolation can have a big impact, especially amid ongoing industry challenges
Manx Care: Hospital pressures beginning to ease after OPEL 4 escalation
Elective procedures continue as services move back to OPEL 3 following "exceptional demand"