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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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Marine Scientist Rowan Henthorn and Journalist Aaron Ibanez speak to the movers, shakers and ocean explorers in this six part series of stories from the sea. Produced by environmental group Sustain Our Seas. Independently produced, not a Manx Radio production.
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Assisted Dying Bill latest, visa applications quintuple, more dogs attack livestock, kidney transplant boy fundraiser, Patrick Commissioners new chair & the Island games return home. It's Update with Andy Wint #iom #news #manxradioBy Manx Radio
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Assisted Dying Bill latest, cost barrier to sea travel, legalising recreational cannabis, priciest motorsport breaks & the place you're least likely to be kidnapped. It's Mannin Line with Andy Wint #iom #manninline #manxradioBy Manx Radio
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What’s happening at Onchan District Commissioners? Prompted by comments made at the recent AGM Onchan MHK Julie Edge doesn’t hold back on her thoughts over the behaviour of some of the Commissioners. One of the Commissioners attracting Ms Edge’s ire responds to the criticism. So can all sides work together in the future for the best interests of th…
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More from the new political alliance on this week’s Agenda. Julie Edge MHK gives her warts and all assessment of government and what needs to change. So what did she do as Minister to solve these problems? Is this just sour grapes on the recently replaced education Minister? Ms Edge certainly has some interesting thoughts and ideas for the future w…
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Christian Aid Week starts today and the project for this year is to use the mighty pigeon pea to transform the lives of the people of Malawi - people living in extreme poverty, but with the capacity to raise their standard of living with help to farm - and use - the hardy pigeon pea crop more efficiently. Local Christian Aid Representative, Louise …
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Having looked recently at a 1965 book of poetry by Barbara Cowley of Peel, 'More Poems of Man', there are some earlier poems which appeared in the pages of the Peel City Guardian from January to July 1963, and probably formed the basis of an earlier collection of Barbara Cowley, probably called 'Poems of Man'. In our translation into Manx of Bram S…
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Internationally acclaimed Jake Thackray tribute, John Watterson, first fell in love with the poetic and musical stylings of Jake at a gig here on the Isle of Man. Since then, he has made a name for himself as 'Fake', invited to tour with acts like Fairport Convention and regularly contributing to radio programmes on BBC 2, 3 and 4. He returns to th…
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Howard takes a trip to the tip of the Island and has a behind the scenes look around the developing Point of Ayre Nature Reserve. We're grateful to Allison Leonard, Neil Morris and David Andrews for showing us around this incredible new space, which will be open to the public in stages this year. In the meantime, you can watch a video of Howard and…
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£62m for new Castle Rushen High School, 2400 days of suspension, Mad Cow disease in west Scotland, Crimestoppers raise profile & Ravens to host football festival. It's Update with Andy Wint #iom #news #manxradioBy Manx Radio
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Treasury Minister Dr. Alex Allinson MHK takes calls and questions on our economic growth, Treasury Chief Exec, Castle Rushen High School, the sugar tax and more. It's Mannin Line with Andy Wint #iom #manninline #manxradioBy Manx Radio
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Castletown has come to the rescue of a 'food village' which had been planned for St Ninian's in Douglas over TT before the application was rejected. The Manx Food Market Traders Association (MFMTA), which runs the Douglas Foodies Market events on North Quay, is behind the venture - Chair James Quayle has been talking to Beth Espey…
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Ferry Terminal delayed again, 'no financial gap' says Treasury Minister, Manx farm is regional finalist, all change for TT parking, new security at airport & Manx Youth Games tomorrow. It's Update with Andy Wint #iom #news #manxradioBy Manx Radio
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In tonight's programme - The semi-finals of the Hospital Cup and a potential Division 2 title decider await in Manx football this weekend; We delve into the latest stories and updates from the world of Isle of Man athletics; Hundreds of young people are expected to be part of the 2024 Manx Youth Games on Saturday; And the Island is alive with four-…
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Wilf's List of thins to do, outbreak of stolen cars, Simon's mother's story, Steam Packet gets thumbs down, care homes latest & meet your MHK this weekend. It's Mannin Line with Andy Wint #iom #manninline #manxradioBy Manx Radio
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HSC Manannan has lost an engine, Fire Festival will return, Assisted Dying referendum questioned, increase in bullying, scout leader steps down after 40 years & 'don't use glue traps'. It's Update with Andy Wint #iom #news #manxradioBy Manx Radio
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Our Mental Health - Previewing Mental Health Awareness Week with Andrea, Lynsey & Ste from Isle Listen. Ali from Isle Stand Up to Suicide, Juan from PACT & Mike from Samaritans. It's Mannin Line with Andy Wint #iom #manninline #manxradioBy Manx Radio
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Public servants must clarify social media, air traffic breaks to end, Lewin and Logan to chair Onchan Commissioners, casual work 'advice' from Treasury & Steam Packet needs simpler agreement. It's Update with Andy Wint #iom #news #manxradioBy Manx Radio
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The Chief Minister's proposed Assisted Dying referendum - why do we need it, when will it be, where will it lead, what's the cost, what are the legal implications and who will it help? It's Mannin Line with Andy Wint #iom #manninline #manxradioBy Manx Radio
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The House of Keys debated some of the clauses of the Assisted Dying Bill this week, with a number of experts giving evidence. Hear some of the contributions here, including Ayre and Michael MHK, Chief Minister Alfred Cannan telling members he would be seeking to bring forward an amendment that could see the proposed legislation put to a public vote…
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Assisted dying referendum, Braddan Roundhouse latest, Laxey landslide work starts, publishing FOIs, bowel screening for 50-59 year-olds & our territorial waters extension. It's Update with Andy Wint #iom #news #manxradioBy Manx Radio
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This Saturday, 56 hardy Manxies braved it for Breast Cancer Now, taking part in the charity's annual sleepover. Previously taking place on the summit of Snaefell, this time they opted for Peel Castle. The aim of the event is to raise money for vital research into cancers so that by the year 2050 everyone who develops the disease will live and live …
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Vehicle damage on MV Manxman, government overpayments and underpayments, wind turbine speeds, Manx Development Corporation appearance & Education Amendment Bill opinions deadline. It's Mannin Line with Andy Wint #iom #manninline #manxradioBy Manx Radio
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In this podcast - PART TWO of THE LAST DAY AT THE GUILD - you can hear :- Rushen Silver Band with American Trilogy - taken from their Brass Band Concert Class, winning performance. They're conducted by John Kinley and Rushen band member Martin Norbury won the award for the Best Soloist. The winners of the Community Choir class were Aalin Clague's Y…
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PART ONE - in this podcast you can hear :- A lively instrumental opening from Skimmee Kiaull - and as this is a review programme and might be the only Guild podcast you've heard, there's a chance to hear the big winners again - Breesha Kelsey, winner of the Sheffield Plate (and the brand new Sheffield Medal!) and Neil Taverner, winner of the 2024 C…
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In this podcast you can hear :- A lively start to the hour with Skimmee Kiaull - part of their class-winning performance in the Instrumental Small Ensemble Open Class The announcement of the Winner of the 2024 Sheffield Plate - Breesha Kelsey - and another chance to hear her sing "I'll Build A Stairway To Paradise" accompanied by Madeline Kelly. Gr…
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In this podcast you can hear :- Orry Wilson - winner of the Boys Solo class for 15 - 18 year olds, singing 'When you're feeling like expressing your affection" by Britten - accompanied by Madeline Kelly Penny Lavery earns her place in the Sheffield Plate competition by singing 'How Lucky You Are" by Flaherty and Ahrens, accompanied by Madeline Kell…
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We conclude our coverage of the official opening of the new Salvation Army Church and Community Centre in Ballacottier Crescent on the Isle of Man Business Park in Braddan which took place over the weekend of 27th and 28th April 2024. In this programme we share words and music from a time of worship, recorded during the Sunday morning service on th…
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Ta Maralyn Crellin chebbal 'Shiaght Laa' as aynjee ta shin clashtyn recortys jeh Juan y Geill neesht. She Phil Gawne as Owen Williams vees chebbal 'Kiaull as Cooish', as 'syn aght cadjin cha nel shin clashtyn y kiaull ayns shoh. Cha row ayrn jeh skeeal 'sy Ghaelg ayns 'Goll as Gaccan' y cheayrt shoh, myr shoh ta shin goll dy jeeragh gys 'Claare ny …
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On 5th May 1830 Thomas Edward Brown was born in New Bond Street, Douglas. Dollin Kelly's one-man tour de force performance of T E Brown's poem, 'Betsy Lee', which he took to the Edinburgh Festival, was recorded by Charles Guard for the Manx Heritage Foundation in 1992. That is now available on the Culture Vannin website. We hear Dollin Kelly and th…
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You may remember us chatting with songwriter Callum Brew about this time last year, about his idea for an event that has two purposes – raising awareness and funds for Mental Health charities while promoting the excellent original songwriting talent on the Island. Well, he's doing it again! Black Dog Oven May 18th will see a long line up of some of…
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In tonight's programme - Cup action is once again in the spotlight with the Hospital Cup & Junior Cup quarter-finals in Manx football this weekend; Hundreds of some of the most promising talents in cycling are descending on Island for two days of racing; And after making big progress in the last year, the Isle of Man women's cricket team return to …
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Bus fares going up, Ramsey Commissioners new chairman, immigration visa delays, Assisted Dying Bill latest, 250 more on government payroll & hundreds of young cyclists in action this weekend. It's Update with Andy Wint #iom #news #manxradioBy Manx Radio
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A new political force has been slowly emerging in Tynwald and this week’s Perspective tries to discover what it’s all about. Definitely not a political party, possibly a loose political alliance but certainly made up of MHKs Claire Christian, Julie Edge and Chris Thomas. What do they stand for, how will they deliver change, are their ideas relevant…
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Our proposed assisted dying legislation, Douglas Prom new sea wall and tram corridor, Climate Change Fund status & former PC Henry Corlett on administering the birch. It's Mannin Line with Andy Wint #iom #manninline #manxradioBy Manx Radio
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Have you or a loved one been experiencing delays waiting for a visa application on the Island to be completed? Treasury has apologised after admitting there have been 'challenges' navigating the Island's immigration system. Some people have been told it's taking up to 90 days to process applications. Joe has been waiting for his Visa to live and wo…
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