The Chief Minister hopes a delay to the tuition fees debate will give politicians a more rounded understanding of the position.
Politicians were next week due to vote on proposals where students would have to pay at least £2,500 per year towards their university fees from next September.
However, the issue has been deferred until January after members of the public and a number of MHKs voiced concerns.
Allan Bell says government was happy to consider a request for more time.
Additional ways to generate income from ferry terminal could be explored
Liverpool facility's annual running costs are just over £700,000
MHK calls for minimum wage rise to be implemented in phases
Julie Edge's motion seeks to split upcoming 9.9% increase
Fears planned changes to government's first time buyers schemes will 'fall by the wayside'
There are concerns they've been proposed too close to the end of the current administration
Consultation opens on proposed changes to punishments for some driving offences
This consultation seeks views on realigning UK and Manx maximum penalties
