The chief minister says Shoprite staff being laid off as Tesco takes over should be able to find other work.
This week in Tynwald, Alf Cannan faced a number of questions about the recently-announced buyout.
Around 60 staff are due to be made redundant as the supermarket chain changes hands.
Mr Cannan told Tynwald he was hopeful they'd be able to find new posts quickly:
Castletown paint vandals target bus stop, cars and roads
Bus Vannin says it’s reported vandalism in Castletown to police after someone threw paint over a bus stop.
Immigrant health surcharge 'could impact hospitality and healthcare sectors'
Treasury Minister Alex Allinson says bringing in a health surcharge for new Island residents has to be balanced against the need to bring workers here.
Chance to meet Palestinian journalist behind award-winning Gaza film
A Palestinian filmmaker will be on the Island this summer to present his award-winning documentary about Gaza.
Manx Utitilies companies facing competition investigation
The Island's telecom regulator says it's investigating whether two Manx Utilities subsidiaries have been acting anti-competitively.
Beach water quality tests start next month
Tests on water quality on the Island's beaches will get underway in around two weeks' time.
Time running out to enter Parish Walk!
There's just over a week left to get your entry in for one of the Island's biggest annual sporting events.
Minister to make statement on immigration rules
Cabinet Office Minister David Ashford will make a statement about immigration policy during next month's Tynwald sitting.
Sloc closed for Classic Hill Climb event
A road in the south of the Island will be closed for much of today as a motorsport event gets underway.
