The Department of Infrastructure wants your help to shape a new transport strategy for the Isle of Man. It says it’s intending to develop an integrated and socially inclusive document that meets the needs of communities and keeps people connected in work and leisure opportunities. The document would also support the transition to net zero carbon em…

Do you have a dog that is a little bit nervous when you're out and about? Maybe they're reactive, and can struggle to be around other dogs or people? Well, if so, and you want to expose them to these things from a distance and have a chance to work on your training safely - let us tell you about the group for you. Eva Boyd rescued her dog Spot two …

The chair of Live at Home says it's hoped the Manx charity can be 'restructured' as it looks to cease its services at the end of the month. The organisation has helped residents on the Island live independently in their own homes for almost 27 years. A letter to members says, due to financial reasons, services will stop on 28 August. David Gawne MB…

Peel Commissioners say they are continuing to ‘evaluate their options’ for playground provision in the west. It’s after claims that the local authority is planning to reduce the number of play areas. Over the weekend one parent who lives in Reayrt Ny Cronk took to social media to advise that the Close Caaig playground was being replaced with a picn…

The long-awaited Local Economy Strategy has been released in draft form, which hopes to ensure the wellbeing of the retail, hospitality and leisure industries for the next 10-years. Business Isle of Man is setting out a range of tools for residents, local authorities and businesses to enable them to 'take ownership' of their local areas. The docume…

This time last year Manx resident Helen Newbery noticed an 'unusual bump' in her breast. A regular walker and four-time finisher of the Parish Walk, Helen put it down to inflammation from a sports bra she'd been wearing during a recent 100-mile trek along the South Downs Way. However, after a month without change, a visit to the doctors revealed sh…

Residents in Jurby whose homes fall within the boundaries of a potential future airport site say they're ready to fight back against any proposals. Earlier this month the map was discovered as part of the Public Inquiry into the Draft Area Plan for the North and West. It showed where, in the future, a site the size of Liverpool John Lennon could be…

If you can't wait until members are back in October, here's Manx Radio's Political Correspondent with a look back at what happened in July for the final sitting of this legislative year.By Radio Manx Ltd

A warning that this Newscast contains information which some readers may find distressing. It is impossible to remove all risk from the Isle of Man Prison but one death in custody is one too many. That’s what the prison governor has told Manx Radio following the culmination of a series of inquests into the deaths of serving prisoners. The three men…

The RNLI is reminding everyone planning on heading to the coast this summer to stay safe. It's as today marks World Drowning Prevention Day. Since the RNLI was founded 200 years ago by Manx resident Sir William Hillary, its lifeboat crews and lifeguards have saved over 142,700 lives. In this edition of Newscast, Claire Hamer, a Water Safety Officer…

The organiser of a Queer Artisan Market says they believe the Isle of Man has become more progressive towards the LGBTQ+ community. It's being held at Onchan Parish Hall on Saturday (27 July) between 1pm and 5pm. There'll also be a queer workshop to discuss Manx LGBTQ+ history and culture taking place at 3pm.…

The Isle of Man is not actively planning to follow the UK’s lead and release prisoners early due to overcrowding. That’s from the prison governor who says 24 temporary cells – in portable cabins – should help alleviate some of the current pressure. The prison population has risen by around 66 percent; so what happens if the prison population peaks …

A global IT outage is still affecting some services on the Isle of Man. Manx Care has seen several GP practices hit and the Steam Packet Company says it can only currently accept cash payments onboard. Cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike say they're "actively working" to fix a defect in an update for Microsoft Windows users which sparked the incident. A…

It may be hard to believe, but we're more than four years on from Covid. However, for the Manx residents who were made to quarantine in the Comis Hotel in April and May 2020 the process of being refunded for their time there is just now getting underway. It was a recommendation from the Kate Brunner review into the Isle of Man Government's handling…

Tynwald has approved the Department of Education, Sport and Culture's response to an independent review of funding for schools. The report set out a series of recommendations which looked to improve schools' funding formula, conduct a full of additional educational needs and introduce efficiency metrics to reduce the number of full time teachers in…

The Island Games will return to Manx shores in 2029. The International Island Games Association (IIGA) confirmed the next event in 2027, will be hosted by the Faroe Islands. It's planned to take place between 3-9 July 2027. Meanwhile in 2029, the Island will host the 22nd Island Games on 14-20 July. The IOM organised the first games in 1985 and the…

A group of residents in the Island’s capital who were ‘empowered’ to come together to take ownership of their village should be an example to others. That’s the view of a Douglas South MHK who has welcomed the sale of the freehold of the Saddle Mews complex. Sarah Maltby drafted a Private Members Bill that will support leaseholders to buy their fre…

If you're out and about around the TT course tomorrow (Sat 13 July), you may see some cyclists taking part in a fundraiser with a difference. Capital International Group's Chairman, Anthony Long, and Managing Director of Group Services, Les Coates, are gearing up for a performance of a lifetime, as they embody the legend himself, Elvis Presley... a…

Douglas clothing store The Boredroom is asking people on the Island to fill out a questionnaire to help it understand 'what's going on in terms of retail' here. In a post on social media the Strand Street store says 'retail is hard over here and it's getting harder to keep the doors open, especially with the increase in cost for everything'. It add…

Douglas South MHK Sarah Maltby has been a woman on a mission to get accessible changing places installed at key sites across the Island. She's raised the issue multiple times in the House of Keys and has again put pressure on politicians this week. Now though, a new changing places facility in Noble's Hospital has officially been given the green li…

A pay increase for police officers on the Island is hoped to help tackle recruitment and retention issues for the force. The starting salary for constables has seen a 12 percent increase to over £32,000. Justice and Home Affairs Minister Jane Poole-Wilson told Amy Griffiths she's hopeful it will help relieve the pressures on junior officers:…

An MHK says she's going to continue pushing for the public to have their say on whether the Isle of Man should legalise assisted dying. The House of Keys spent a seventh day debating clauses of the proposed Bill yesterday, and a special sitting is taking place on 23 July for its third reading. Last week, members rejected calls for a public referend…

A Douglas MHK who is 'contacted weekly' about accessible changing places says she might as well go back to those inquiring and tell them government feels that the amenities are not worth investing in. Sarah Maltby raised the issue in the House of Keys this week. And it's not the first time - she's been asking questions about a possible facility in …

Willaston Primary School in Douglas has been awarded an IQM - Inclusion Quality Mark Award. It's also been granted Centre of Excellence status, something which typically takes a number of years to achieve. The assessor from IQM noted a 'strong commitment to inclusivity and community' and a 'caring ethos'. Abbie Irving, a teacher at Willaston School…

The clauses stage of the Assisted Dying Bill heads into a seventh day in the House of Keys today. So how much work if left to be done? And what happens next? Mover of the bill, Ramsey MHK Alex Allinson, gave an update live on Manx Radio Breakfast.By Radio Manx Ltd

Last night's Southern 100 qualifying session had to be cut short due to capacity issues at Noble's Hospital. Manx Care's Executive Director of Health Services Oliver Radford discusses the factors that meant the session had to be stopped, and what the situation is for the remainder of the event:By Radio Manx Ltd

The Isle of Man could fail to meet its first interim climate target, but the chief minister says if it is missed, "we'll be very close". At a summit of the British-Irish Council, Alfred Cannan said hitting the 2030 target is becoming "increasingly tight". The Climate Change Act 2021 sets out three legally binding targets as the Island makes its jou…

Do you think children should be allowed to have their own smartphones? One mum from Ramsey says she wants to start a conversation about them. Meghan Kennish has two children and is worried about the potential harm it can cause when you have access to a smartphone from a young age. She's been telling Amy Griffiths why:…

The chief minister has congratulated Sir Kier Starmer and the Labour Party on their victory in the UK General Election. Labour won by a landslide, with the Conservatives suffering their biggest defeat in history. Alfred Cannan spoke with Sian Cowper and Ben Hartley on Manx Radio Breakfast shortly after 8am this morning (5 July, Tynwald Day).…

An historic 35th Tour de France stage win for Sir Mark Cavendish is "earth shattering for the Isle of Man", according to the woman who first introduced him to the sport. Yesterday the Manx Missile became the all-time greatest stage winner at the event. It surpasses the previous record he'd jointly held with cycling legend Eddie Merckx. Dot Tilbury …

A Manx charity is working '9 to 5' to get a special initiative up and running on the Island. Dolly Parton's Imagination Library is a gifting program that posts free books to children, from birth to age five, no matter their family's income. There are hopes the scheme could be successfully launched here helping youngsters to build their own library …

Manx Care is insisting that drafting in a private provider to run the publicly owned Summerhill View residential care home in Douglas, is a "really good value solution." However, it's refused to disclose how much the contract awarded to LV Care Group is worth or how many other providers tendered for the opportunity. It's estimated the state-of-the-…

Unloved family heirlooms in your attic may be worth more than you thinkBy Radio Manx Ltd

It's a week since the new Liverpool Ferry Terminal came into operation. It's opening was years later than hoped and it came with a price-tag millions of pounds beyond the original budget. So, how's it faring? In this episode of Newscast, Lewis Foster sits down with Steam Packet Managing Director Brian Thomson and Infrastructure Minister Tim Crookal…

A bid to have a referendum on assisted dying proposals may have been defeated, but an MHK is still keen to see the Island's referendum laws updated. Douglas Central member Chris Thomas has been granted permission to work on a Private Members' Bill which would introduce new referendum laws. He told Manx Radio's Sian Cowper why:…

A taxi driver has reiterated his concerns about anti-social behaviour during the nighttime trade three months after fares were increased. In April the Roads Transport Licensing Committee announced rates would be going up and the late-night higher rate, of Tariff 2, would start an hour earlier at 11pm. At the time Barry Murphy told Manx Radio he bel…

Efforts are underway to raise awareness for a condition which only affects around 300 people on the Isle of Man. Today marks the start of Haemochromatosis Awareness Week. The condition causes iron levels in the body to slowly build up over many years; symptoms can include fatigue, depression and joint pain. Sufferer, Carolanne Hanley told Manx Radi…

Manx Radio's Political Correspondent has the full run down of what happened during June's sitting of TynwaldBy Radio Manx Ltd

The House of Keys is meeting again today (1 July) and one of the items for consideration is whether there should be a referendum for the assisted dying legislation. Ayre and Michael MHK Alfred Cannan is calling for one. He joined Sian Cowper on this morning's Manx Radio Breakfast programme to explain why.…

You may remember us talking about Cody Atzori in the past here on Manx Radio. A bright musical talent, he died suddenly a couple of years ago, aged just 17. Last year, a public piano was installed in his memory at the Sea Terminal, and now, with the help of charity SoundCheck Isle of Man, his family have installed a second. This one is at the new R…

A leading organist is set to perform in the Villa Marina Arcade this evening (27 June). Phil Kelsall MBE will be playing the Wurlitzer organ there from 7:30pm. Tickets are £12 and are available at the VillaGaiety Box Office, on their website, and at the Welcome Centre in the Sea Terminal. Phil has been the principal organist at the Blackpool Tower …

Residents from across the Isle of Man are being invited to find out more about sustainability this evening (26 June). The Energy and Sustainability Centre is hosting a drop-in event as part of its mission to promote the transition from fossil fuels to green energy. It's being held at Ballafesson Church Hall, which is on Honna Road in Port Erin, fro…

What barriers are there stopping people with disabilities getting involved in Manx politics? That was the topic of conversation at a workshop hoping to make Tynwald more accessible. Amy Griffiths has been finding out more:By Radio Manx Ltd

*A warning that this story contains references of suicide and information which some readers may find upsetting. Is there enough support for children with high functioning additional needs on the Island? According to one parent, the answer is no. She's calling for more help to be given to children like hers who struggle in a mainstream school envir…

In this edition of Newscast, we catch up with Jason McKee who took part in the Parish Walk to help raise money for Motiv8 Addiction Services. Jason himself struggled with addiction for thirty years and has now marked five years in recovery. As well as raising money, Jason wanted to help break down the stigma around addiction. He's been speaking to …

"Freedom to Flourish isn't happening, we're not getting that chance." That's how local producers have reacted to the news that this year's Food and Drink Festival has been cancelled. The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture says it's focus will now be on the Royal and Southern Agricultural Shows and 'new initiatives'. Amy Griffiths has b…

Manx Radio is turning 60 years old, and to celebrate its making some changes. The public service broadcaster is launching a new schedule on FM, as well as a brand new station, Manx Radio Gold, playing the greatest hits online and on smart speakers. Alex Brindley is the Director of Programming, News and Content and has been telling Amy Griffiths mor…

Police say they will ‘relentlessly pursue’ organised crime groups who are trying to exploit the Island. But they’ve warned that the Isle of Man’s borders are ‘porous’ and say it’s still too easy for people to traffic drugs here. This month 11 people were jailed for their involvement in supplying cocaine, brought in by others, to undercover police o…

The Isle of Man Food & Drink Festival has been cancelled for 2024. The need to offer a greater variety of support to food producers and the risk of weather-related cancellations are among the reasons given for the decision. Manx Radio's Sian Cowper asked Environment, Food and Agriculture Minister Clare Barber about the decision, and about plans for…

Four siblings are returning to the Isle of Man from Ireland to take on the Parish Walk in memory of their late father. Accountant Jim McDonald, and his wife Mary, moved to the Isle of Man with their young family in 1987 and lived here until 2004. Last year, in May, he died after battling progressive supranuclear palsy. Now, his four children - Elai…