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A weekly look at the Manx political scene in which Phil Gawne talks to the politicians who are raising the issues and asking the questions in Tynwald and the House of Keys, ex-politicians about their time in power and exploring the wider world of politics and the workings of Government.
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During the Coronavirus crisis, William King has decided to use the time indoors to good effect and teach himself the guitar from scratch. Check out his diary of how he's getting on and maybe join in with him. Independently produced, not a Manx Radio production.
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Manx language rambling with Phil Gawne, Adrian Cain and guests - everything from planting spuds to reaching for the stars. - Ta Phillie, Ade as caarjyn rouail mygeayrt y Theihll as yn Tuinney loayrt mychione red erbee ta shin cheet er. Gaelg aboo!
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If you want to know more about the birds you can hear on the Isle of Man, this is the series for you! Manx Radio’s bird supremo, the early birder Tim Earl, explains more about what remain the original, often beautiful and frequently most intelligent tweets on the Island
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The final Update of the week looks back at the homecoming for the Manx Missile, what we know about the Airport Director heading for departures and how does the weather look for MGP....keep those fingers crossed...By Manx Radio
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Ramsey Pool construction history, Jurby Airport latest, IOM Courier non-delivery, saving No. 28 Cregneash / Sound bus service & the WW2 Manx Home Guard. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint #iom #manninline #manxradioBy Manx Radio
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Highlights from the NWCFL Premier Division clash between FC Isle of Man and Longridge Town at The Bowl in Douglas In their only home fixture of the month, 'The Ravens' were hoping to build on victory last time out against a Longridge Town side looking to build on FA Cup extra preliminary round success seven days previously Match commentary from Rob…
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How do we manage waste across the Island, who’s responsible for recycling and why do some local authorities pay substantially more for their regional recycling centres than others? Is the current Rates system fair and if not why has Rates reform never been tackled? And while we’re discussing reform why do we still have such a disparate range of loc…
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American scholar W Y Evans Wentz visited the Island in 1909 when Sophia Morrison took him to meet people from whom he took evidence for his PhD thesis which he published in 1911 as 'The Fairy-Faith in the Celtic Countries'. We join him on his collecting trip. Our party of friends have been intent on boarding a ship as soon as it arrives in Varna on…
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Ørsted want to build a 1.4 gigawatt wind farm six nautical miles off the north east coast of the Isle of Man. Up to 100 turbines are proposed and these could be as high as 389 metres above low tides. So what’s in it for us? Sea bed rental income, tax on the energy production, a community fund and potentially cheaper electricity are all mentioned bu…
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On today's programme we tell the story of the new Port Erin Methodist church - from plans that began 8 years ago, to the official opening ceremony yesterday morning. It's next to - but separate from - the 1903 church building on Station Road, and incorporates the hall and Sunday Schoolrooms added to the 1903 church in 1973. But what we have now is …
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'Miss' Katie Lawrence joined Christy in the Live Lounge this evening to chat about her new Tune Book of original compositions, 'From Western Shores and Beyond'. A much loved music teacher, she also shared some of her favourite music at the moment, paid tribute to her own music teachers and played a tune for us live in the studio.…
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After a rather novel start to the programme....things got back on track and we heard about A-Level results day, how have our students fared and what options are available if you didn't get the grades you were hoping for? Also in the programme - what's happening with Courier deliveries around the Island and how does the future look for the Manx Gran…
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Opinion on our electrical future - wind, interconnector, solar or nuclear. The concept of free speech and buying locally to help the economy. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint #iom #manninline #manxradioBy Manx Radio
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On today's programme we hear what Douglas Council has decided to do with the name of the Henry Bloom Noble Library, how important are organisations which support older people to live independently and how are marshal number ahead of MGP 2024?By Manx Radio
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Get lost going to Liverpool Terminal, bent wind turbine blades, pregnant men, Corony village triskelion & Sir Cav's ride slips a day. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint #iom #manninline #manxradioBy Manx Radio
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Cleaning our own bus shelters, the possibilities of anaerobic digestion here, Knockaloe's famous Three Legs in fertilised grass & Sir Mark Cavendish's NSC Lap of Honour this Thursday. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint #iom #manninline #manxradioBy Manx Radio
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Tonight's programme includes details of the homecoming for the Manx Missile - Sir Mark Cavendish will be honoured with a national celebration. Also in the programme, playground drama in Peel, could the Henry Bloom Noble Library be in for a name change and some Supreme Champion joy.By Manx Radio
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Henry Bloom Noble name to go from Library, Ørsted windfarm revenue numbers remain secret, Isle of Wight ferry passengers complain over price & archive 2001 Foot & Mouth viewpoint. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint #iom #manninline #manxradioBy Manx Radio
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In tonight's programme: After details were revealed this week, we take a look at the opening fixtures of the Isle of Man football season starting in a few weeks time After nearly two weeks away from the field, FC Isle of Man return to action this weekend - we hear from 'The Ravens' manager This month and going forward there's another drive to get m…
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On tonight's programme - the apology from DEFA after a company wasn't allowed to be at the Royal Manx Show, the woman behind a fundraiser to support the family of Nesta Haselden says the Island's response has been heartwarming and a live interview with Head of Air Traffic Services about drone issues.…
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Live from the Royal Agricultural Show at Knockaloe with opinion from representatives from the Show, Manx NFU, the Creamery, Beach Buddies, Conister Bank, the Meat Plant & DEFA. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint #iom #manninline #manxradioBy Manx Radio
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On Update tonight, we bring you the very latest information about the fatal RTC in Peel on 7 August, also in the programme, what do we know about the proposals for Jurby Airfield, call for the Cregneash bus to be reinstated and good news for fisheries and football.By Manx Radio
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Dingy bus shelters, prison labour, outwitting chip eating seagulls, climate change, Ørsted consultations & good news on Queen Scallops. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint #iom #manninline #manxradioBy Manx Radio
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Wednesday's Update includes details of the delayed draft Local Economy Strategy, why the IOM Green Party believes Government needs to move faster when it comes to trying to achieve its net zero targets and have you got a hobby horse? Or a broom? You could be a champion at the Royal Manx Agricultural Show.…
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Net Zero Hero or Villain Pt 3 with Andrew Langan Newton (IOM Greens) & Jon Curtis calls and messages on China, anaerobic digestion, windfarms and more. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint #iom #manninline #manxradioBy Manx Radio
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Here’s Update on Tuesday 6 August which includes the findings of the inquest into the death of a Southern 100 competitor, what you think about a COMIN report looking into making people want to move over and stay on the Isle of Man, the response from Peel Commissioners to an appeal against the sewage works and advice if you’re thinking about getting…
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Weeds Act 1957 implications, windfarm pro and con, meat plant freezer malfunction, shingles jab delays & MGP gets Manx merchandise. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint #iom #manninline #manxradioBy Manx Radio
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Local Democracy Reporter Emma Draper has been in post for just under two years now so what has she learned about local government in the Isle of Man? What is a local democracy reporter and why do we need one? Why does it take so long to get an answer from government, how does central government interact with local government and why do so few peopl…
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Your Monday Update includes why those in the West of the Island have may have to wait even longer for cleaner sea water, how many more posts there in Manx Care now compared with when it started three years ago, why so much meat has had to be thrown out and an incredible achievement for a woman who’s marking her recovery from two types of breast can…
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Another chance for Crogga gas, Douglas Prom's new sea wall, GP translator required, ragwort's relative toxicity & Ørsted's information days this week. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint #iom #manninline #manxradioBy Manx Radio
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We come to the end of Sophia Morrison's Introduction to the section of W Y Evans Wentz's 1911 publication, 'The Fairy-Faith in the Celtic Countries', dealing specifically with the Isle of Man, and we hear what he wrote down of whom he met and what they told him when he visited the Island in 1909. Our band of friends are talking about what will need…
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July Tynwald saw several debates about housing and development with reassurances given about “lots of work going on behind the scenes”. An entertaining exchange saw the Housing Minister attempting to woo Jason Moorhouse but he was playing hard to get. We also hear from the Home Affairs Minister about the cost of the new sexual assault referral cent…
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On the programme today : Jen Casson talks about her new community outreach under the GOD FOR ALL banner of the Methodist Church on the Island. It starts on Thursday 5th September at 11.30am in Castletown Methodist church lounge - if you'd like to know more, or lend a helping hand, email Jen - jen.casson@methodist.org.im Rev'd Andrew de Smet is an A…
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In tonight's programme: We get the latest lowdown on Manx athletics competitors shining on the international stage as well as the latest upcoming local competitions The Isle of Man women's national football team will be targeting top honours at a brand new tournament against fellow Island nations later this month With pre-season work well underway,…
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For the final Update of the week – we hear about proposed prescription changes, another Trade Union calls for higher pay offers but still no word from the Public Services Commission, how the Island plans for unexpected emergency situations and some lovely news from about a little boy who’s been taking part in the British Transplant Games today and …
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Weedgate latest on Cushag / Ragwort / St John's wort, this evening's Summerland Fire 51st Anniversary vigil, Odin's Raven arrives in 1979 & the many flavours of Jaffa cake. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint #iom #manninline #manxradioBy Manx Radio
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Here’s your daily dose of news with Update. In today’s episode a union calls for meaningful discussions about pay, how we can find out more about the opportunities with artificial intelligence and do you remember the original Radio Caroline? There are some events coming up this weekend to mark its links with the Isle of Man. All that and so much mo…
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Our sewage outfall shortfall, Summerland Fire 51st Anniversary tomorrow, UK runs our Vaccine Damage Payment Scheme & it's August 1st Weed Day but harmful weeds left to grow. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint #iom #manninline #manxradioBy Manx Radio
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Trying something a little different with a mid-week AT YOUR SERVICE - there's still lots on offer as we celebrate the Island's Patron Saint - Maughold - with walks, talks and food all based around Kirk Maughold - the Parish Church (set in the most stunning countryside with amazing coastal views!) The Choristers from St John The Baptist Parish Churc…
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We’ve got all the news you need here with Update for Wednesday 31 July. In today’s episode, how would an airport in Jurby be received by residents? With more than 500 responses to a consultation about education on the Isle of Man, we hear some of the main findings and how could you help shape the future of a new Health and Care Services Bill.…
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Jurby Airport Plan, UK Labour government's interest in us, Public Health's advice on viruses circulating & vintage Kelly's Eye at Manx Telecom. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint #iom #manninline #manxradioBy Manx Radio
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Here’s your daily news round-up with Beth Espey which today includes the latest from the major incident in Southport, advice if you’re struggling with any of the bugs doing the rounds at the moment and good news about Tall Ships and Ardwhallen.By Manx Radio
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Manx veg, fruit and produce in danger, Tesco's overpowering position, our export opportunities, the agriculture industry's problems & the story of the Creamery's success. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint #iom #manninline #manxradioBy Manx Radio
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There was an interesting flare up in Tynwald over the appointment of two new directors to the government owned Isle of Man Steam Packet Company. Some members were incensed by a particular line of questioning from Douglas Central MHK Chris Thomas and he was asked to withdraw what were described as disparaging remarks. Is it possible to question cand…
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Future of South Beach Ramsey, state of planning, dead bats, Liverpool landing stage restrictions & cruise passengers stranded. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint #iom #manninline #manxradioBy Manx Radio
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American scholar, W Y Evans Wentz, published 'The Fairy-Faith in the Celtic Countries' in 1911. Information from the Island was supplied by Sophia Morrison, and we find out what she sent to him, writing in September 1910. Mina Harker explains why she wants her husband, Jonathan, to be willing to swear to end her life and to go on to take the grueso…
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Despite food prices having been higher in recent years Manx agriculture continues to face significant challenges. Closures of Ramsey Bakery and Shoprite have impacted on Manx food sales in the Isle of Man, the meat plant continues to face significant problems and recently the Department of Infrastructure has imposed huge increases in charges to rem…
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