There are no plans to hire an empty properties officer at present, according to the chair of the government's Housing and Communities Board.
This week in the House of Keys, David Ashford MHK faced questions about the post from Douglas Central MHK Chris Thomas.
Meetings from minutes showed the board had decided to hire someone to put together an empty homes strategy.
Mr Ashford said that decision had been overturned and other work is being done to tackle the problem of homes lying empty:
Healthcare funding committee hearing postponed
Tynwald's Public Accounts Committee says it's rescheduled two hearings about healthcare funding.
How much money does government make from tickets?
An MHK has asked how much the government makes from parking tickets.
Chance to join festival of trees!
Ramsey commissioners are inviting businesses and other organisations to get involved in its annual festive celebrations this year.
Six-month delay to home energy efficiency scheme
An energy efficiency scheme for Manx homes, due last month, will now be introduced next year.
Survey shows business inflation worries
Inflation is reported as being the most common concern among Manx businesses.
New planning rules backed by Tynwald
Tynwald's backed new reforms which government says will simplify the planning system.
Xmas lights spectacular at horses' home
Fancy celebrating Christmas while raising money for old working horses?
Fire service issues Christmas safety warning
The fire service is warning people about the risks of festive fires as Christmas approaches.
