Drafting legislation to order businesses to shut 'was not possible'
David Ashford says ministers had no choice but to advise businesses to close on Saturday.
Some in the hospitality sector have criticised government for leaving the decision up to individuals while contact tracing of two Covid-19 cases of unknown origin took place.
Speaking on Manx Radio Breakfast the health minister said drafting legislation, to order closures, in the time wasn't possible.
He spoke to Sian Cowper:
Footage circulating on social media 'now an active investigation'
'We understand that the video is already in the public domain, but we are asking people not to speculate'
Annual Tynwald Day celebrations to get underway
Acts from the last year to be promulgated
Sharp rise in data breaches on Island, says Information Commissioner's Office
Around 31,600 people thought to have been affected in 2025/26 year
Sixth candidate declares for Rushen
Mark Kemp to stand in September's General Election
