The Economic Development Minister says charging the RNLI £250 to use the TT initials only covers his department's legal costs.
The DED's facing a storm of criticism on Facebook after asking the volunteer lifesaving charity to pay to use the TT on fundraising badges.
Laurence Skelly says it's vital the department defends its trademark, otherwise it might face losing it in a future dispute.
But he says it is not profiting at the expense of lifeboat stations and crews:
Heysham Port to get £10 million in improvements
The owner of Heysham port says it's spending millions of pounds in a major project to increase capacity and improve efficiency.
UK demonstration plans Isle of Man gathering
A protest against inheritance tax, council tax rises and foreign aid in the UK is planning an event in the Isle of Man.
Cinema announces 'relaxed screening' for chicken jockey fans!
The Palace Cinema says there's a special treat for people who might be overwhelmed by the year's biggest hit film.
Prince Andrew accountant linked to Michelle Mone's PPE company
A UK newspaper says the director of a PPE company led by Michelle Mone and Doug Barrowman is also Prince Andrew's business partner.
Peel restaurant up for sale
A seafront restaurant in the west of the Island is up for sale.
Bus timetable changes from today
Bus Vannin says it's made a number of changes to its timetables today.
TT course works continue this week
A section of the TT course will be closed this week as the countdown to TT continues.
Tynwald to hear questions about tariffs
Tynwald sits this morning, with a total of 23 questions on the agenda.
