Claire Christian says answer will be given when appropriate
The new health minister has refused to answer whether she believes Manx Care will come in on budget during this financial year.
Claire Christian has been responding to a question in the House of Keys.
She was asked whether or not the healthcare provider would be able to achieve its financial targets this year or next without impacting frontline services.
But Ms Christian didn't want divulge that information at this point:
Plans submitted for 'significant' flood defences in Ramsey
Include installing a four-foot flood wall at West Quay
Tributes paid to cancer awareness campaigner
Sarah Jarvis has died at the age of 60
Police bail for two people arrested in Ramsey incident
One person was treated for injuries that were described as non-life-threatening
WCAS to extend opening hours next month
It's thanked patrons for their patience during 'very difficult times'
Government support for two 'long-stalled' Douglas developments
Former Newson's building and Duke Street site offered assistance through Island Infrastructure Scheme