The Infrastructure Minister says revealing a school bus fare hike earlier would have seen parents stocking up on low-price journeys.
In the House of Keys this week Tim Crookall MHK faced questions from Arbory, Castletown and Malew MHK Jason Moorhouse about the 25 per cent rise.
Mr Crookall said the fare rise announced last month didn't come into force until after the announcement was made.
But he said he didn't want to let parents know too early:
MHKs postpone debate on bishop losing parliamentary vote
The House of Keys has decided to postpone a debate which could see the Island's Lord Bishop lose their vote in parliament.
Isle of Man cat turns up in Liverpool - is he yours?
Has your cat gone on holiday to Merseyside?
Government unveils Food & Drink Festival replacement
Business Isle of Man says a new event called the Big Manx Feast will replace the Island's Food and Drink Festival next year.
Company "wants to leave Onchan Raceway", commissioners told
Onchan commissioners say they don't want to buy assets belonging to the company running the town's raceway.
Charity footy tournaments for Rebecca House
A series of football tournaments around the Island will raise cash for charity this month.
Church wedding and funeral fees set to rise
Getting married in church could be about to get more expensive.
Airport warns wrapped gifts might have to be opened at security
Don't take wrapped presents through airport security - in case they need to be inspected.
Southern charities can apply for grants from this week
From this week charities in the south of the Island can apply for funding from a scheme involving the civic amenity site.
