Perspective 21.7.24 - we’re three years in to the Cannan administration but has much changed? The Chief Minister is very upbeat about the progress his government is making. We’re pretty much three years in to the Cannan administration but has much changed. There certainly seem to be a few glimmers of progress but is the change that was promised bei…

Rev'd Katy Canty is a teacher, an ordained priest in the Anglican Church, a wife, a mother and an author. She's also worked for 14 years as chaplain in a Liverpool prison, and joins us on the programme this week to share what she's learned from her time 'inside' She also explains how retirement from prison chaplaincy led to another role - this time…

Celtic Gathering Isle of Man - Yn Chruinnaght returns on Monday (July 22nd) and there something for everyone! From films to dancing, workshops to craft fairs and, of course, superb music from the Celtic Nations. Christy found out more, chatting with Committee members Chloe Woolley, Grainne Joughin and Breeshey Kermode.…

In tonight's programme: FC Isle of Man are welcoming three English clubs to the Island this weekend for a three-day pre-season tournament, we hear from 'The Ravens'' manager This weekend sees the return of one of the longest-established cycling races on the Island which once again has undergone some changes for 2024 A brand new event on the Manx tr…

Your round up of daily dose of news, sport, travel, business and weather on and from the Isle of Man.By Manx Radio

The floating swimming pool, cash only on Steam Packet, Cregneash bus service, Peel Road lime trees, EVs on the boat & a vintage Millennium Oakwood broadcast from March 2000. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint #iom #manninline #manxradioBy Manx Radio

Artist Charlotte Jane Henry tells H about vol 1 of the Manx Sketch Book, we hear about the forthcoming Island tour by Mersey Morris, whet your appetite about LitFest 24 and Happy 124th birthday to the Gaiety!By Manx Radio

In 1990, three Manxmen travelled independently to Italy for that year’s World Cup. These are their tales of a magical fortnight of football...By Manx Radio

Rushen MHK Michelle Haywood wants to progressively prevent new generations from being able to purchase tobacco products. Her private member’s Bill would in effect see the age at which you can buy tobacco products increase by a year each year until eventually nobody could buy them. With an estimated 25% of the health budget spent treating smoking re…

We find out what happened in the harvest service at Ronague when Isaiah Cregeen was struggling in the pulpit to answer a question put by his brother, Martin - better known as Fairy. This is the penultimate of Dorothy Manley's short stories under the title, Fairy's Ground, and we also move on to the opening of the final story. In our episode from Br…

The jazz hamsters are back with a look at some of the best modern jazz around with tracks from the likes of Scott Gilman, Kenny Barron, Jeremy Dutton, Nasheet Waits - and the low whistle of Fraser Fifield!By Manx Radio

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…

Howard Parkin takes a look into our Manx skies, to describe what we might see, given favourable weather conditions, during the month of July. It's a golden oldie music break in this edition, and it's followed by the latest space stories, as private companies take an ever-increasing role in space travel and exploration. Questions for Howard to answe…

Teddy Joyce, Django, Mario Lanza, Perry Como and a slow boat to China. What more could you want from your wireless?!By Radio Manx Ltd

Juan Christian from Isle Listen tells us about this year's muddy fun TOUGH MUCKA JNR event for 10 to 14 yr olds, taking place in Castletown on Saturday alongside the Manx Games (full interview).By Radio Manx Ltd

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…

The Isle of Man has now been confirmed as the host for the 2029 International Island Games nearly 40 years since the first ever event was held on Manx shores in 1985 Whilst excitement is expected to build over the next five years, much work remains behind the scenes to make the Island ready to host this major sporting event So what needs to be done…

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…

Fiona McArdle introduces Shiaght Laa, and in addition to some of the many other opportunities to enjoy music and song - and the return of the Jurby Mice! - round the Island, we hear about Yn Chruinnaght's Celtic Gathering 2024, which will be held from Monday 22nd July to Sunday 28th July. Two members of the organising committee, Jo Callister and Ch…

Have you heard the news today? Don’t worry if not– here’s your run down of what’s been happening with Beth Espey. It includes the very latest from the inquest into the death of a serving prisoner on the Island, details of where the unemployment figures are up to over here, some advice for those venturing into the water despite the rubbish weather a…

Ørsted offshore wind roadshows, Island Games logo and slogan, lack of public shelters in Douglas, Ronaldsway Departures spruce-up & Promenade sunken gardens feedback. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint #iom #manninline #manxradioBy Manx Radio

Your news update with Beth Espey this evening includes the response from the Council of Ministers to the report into how Government handled the Covid pandemic, the changes to the departure lounge at the airport that are being promised, whether the Amazon contract is affecting IOM Post deliveries and a lively exchange about the appointment of one of…

Douglas Prom sunken gardens £1.4m plan, Manx Care chiropody services, DOI transport survey query, Manx Credit Union needs help & Laxey's sticky bitumen problem. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint #iom #manninline #manxradioBy Manx Radio

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…

JB plays some great sounds from the likes piper Ross Miller, Duncan Chisholm, Memphis Slim and Joni Mitchell and has a chat with musician Katie Lawrence about her new tune collection book.By Radio Manx Ltd

Missed the news today? Fear not – you can catch up here with Beth Espey. Update on Tuesday 16 July includes details of how much the Steam Packet’s paying per month for use of the Liverpool Ferry Terminal, how the DOI’s responded to complaints about Laxey pothole repairs and a very special 124th birthday.…

Hospitality professional Ged Power takes calls and messages on our tourist offering, cruise ships, golfers, paths, disabled access, FC Isle of Man and more. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint #iom #manninline #manxradioBy Manx Radio

The Rt Rev'd Mark Davies is Bishop of MIddleton in Manchester - and at the same time he's taking care of the Diocese of Sodor and Man until Bishop-Elect Patricia Hillas takes up her ministry in October - this week he's talking about vocations - and reminds us that we've all got one. And from the archives, another chance to listen to Loretta Minghel…

The latest from the inquest into the death of an inmate at the Isle of Man Prison, why the Environment Minister believes we all need to take the opportunity to have our say about planning and good news for Riding for the Disabled Isle of Man, FC Isle of Man and a couple of Elvis impersonators on a tandem. It’s Update with Beth Espey on Monday 15 Ju…

Bishop-designate The Venerable Patricia Hillas discusses her likely informal title of "Trish the Bish" whilst accompanying herself on a sacred crumhornBy Radio Manx Ltd

Citizen weeders, Bride's American twin, residents speak on 300 new Braddan homes, bodycams at Tesco & Groudle Glen's 1982 re-opening. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint #iom #manninline #manxradioBy Manx Radio

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…

Shoh diu Abbyr Shen Reesht as by vie lhiam shiuish y oltaghey. Lhig dooin goaill toshiaght lesh Shiaght Laa, as yn chied episode ayns straih noa va ry chlashtyn Jerdein shoh chaie. SHIAGHT LAA Agh lhig dooin goll back beggan nish, er y fa dy row sharmaneys scanshoil er ny chummal vees jannoo ard eailley jeh cultoor Vannin as er-lheh jeh'n Ghaelg, m…

Controversial climate scientist Paul Burgess has made several claims based on his interpretation of climate science which conflict significantly from the general consensus reached by climate scientists who say we need to act swiftly if we are to avoid our climate becoming so extreme that we will be unable to live in it. Mr Burgess refutes this cons…

In tonight's programme: We look ahead to a busy weekend of fixtures for the Isle of Man's national football sides After a strong start to pre-season last week, FC Isle of Man face their latest test this weekend as the new campaign approaches The Southern 100 may be over, but racing continues in the north of the Island on Saturday & Sunday And a com…

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…

Plans fornew homes in Braddan, unsatisfactory pay offers, residents in the north on the civic amenity site and Elvis Presley times two on a tandem around the TT Course. It’s Update on Friday 12 July with Beth EspeyBy Manx Radio

320 new homes in Braddan, no medicinal cannabis on NHS, selling vapes on social media, Kirk Michael's twin & Miss Isle of Man 1977 - Helen Shimmin. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint #iom #manninline #manxradioBy Manx Radio

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…

There are lots of opportunities to enjoy a summer of music in the Island, with a range of styles in a range of venues. We hear of some of them in the programme. The North American Manx Association (NAMA) again awarded silver medals to young recipients to celebrate their cultural achievements, and there were also two prizes in respect of the Manx la…

Increased costs for collecting and disposing fallen animals, a drug trafficker’s sentence has been reduced, inflation rises once again, and…a recap of the action from the Southern 100 today. It's Update on Thursday 11 July with Lewis Foster.By Manx Radio

This weekend, the sea comes to the shore in Port Erin – as the annual Festival of the Sea sweeps in to town! Manx Wildlife Trust will be bringing all kinds of critters to their ever popular mega tanks once more, so you can get up close and personal with what we can find under our seas. Christy D caught up with Lara Howe, Marine Officer for Manx Wil…

Manx Telecom fibre hold-up, Constabulary recruitment snag, future for Laxey Flour, Island Infrastructure Scheme, Douglas Prom's new sea wall & twinning with Dublin. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint #iom #manninline #manxradioBy Manx Radio

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:…

H hears about Snow White going Manx at the PCC, a chance to become a member of the Arts Council and a 10 hour Punk extravaganza!By Manx Radio

Police officers getting pay increase, an update on Manx Telecom's plans to rollout fibre broadband, a dentist is placed under a 'warning', and did you get Paolo Nutini tickets? It's Update on Wednesday 10 July with Lewis Foster.By Manx Radio

TT incident civil case allowed, Isle of Man Bank probate hassle, hidden Paolo Nutini concert, assisted dying 'politics' & 1960s Radio Caroline era photos wanted. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint #iom #manninline #manxradioBy Manx Radio

The Isle of Man: a destination like no other; an Island described by government as the British Isles’ ‘best kept secret’. But scratch beneath the glossy tourism adverts, the beautifully created social media content and the straplines … and you’ll find a small Island with a big problem. Tessa Hawley uncovers a darker side to our beautiful Island and…