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Manx Newscast
News interviews in FULL! Highlighting some of the most interesting, intriguing and engaging recent Isle of Man stories from Manx Radio News.
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Castletown Commissioners wants to see financial charges for FoI requests
Tuesday, 4 August 2026
Castletown Commissioners is wanting to see charges introduced for Freedom of Information requests after it received 14 in one year. Chair Tony Brown says at the moment the cost of responding is being borne by ratepayers, and he would also like the anonymity element removed from the act. The local authority is planning to ask the Council of Ministers to look into changing the regulations to allow local authorities and other statutory bodies to charge for the service. Mr Brown adds the commissioners are there to 'provide information' to residents and it has 'nothing to hide'. He believes peop...
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Sidecar competitor confident the class will return to the TT in 2027
Monday, 3 August 2026
A sidecar driver says he is confident the class will return to the Isle of Man TT Races in 2027 and beyond. It comes as organisers confirmed late last week that the class could return but will face long-term reforms that will make machines slower. Stephen Kershaw, who is part of the competitors panel, says with team numbers dropping and costs rising, a review was needed:
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Manx Wildlife Trust: Offshore windfarm ecological assessments 'inadequate'
Friday, 31 July 2026
Ecological assessments undertaken by the applicant behind the proposed Mooir Vannin offshore windfarm are 'inadequate' and the impacts on the Manx environment 'understated'.That's the verdict from the Island's leading nature conservation charity, the Manx Wildlife Trust.It has issued a statement declaring its belief that assessments provided by Ørsted 'do not provide clear analysis of impacts or mitigations in a specifically Manx context'.Siobhán Fletcher has been speaking to the charity.
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Northern Chamber of Commerce wants election candidates to provide solutions for issues
Thursday, 30 July 2026
Prospective General Election candidates should be providing a 'strategy' to solve problems facing the Island. That's the view of the Northern Chamber of Commerce ahead of September's vote.Chair Keith Dalrymple says he's seeing 'more of the same' statements from candidates but the business community and residents are 'living through' these issues.He adds that all candidates standing in either Ayre and Michael or Ramsey have been invited to meet with the chamber. Local Democracy Reporter Emma Draper has been speaking to Mr Dalrymple.
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Owner still 'mulling over' 'lobstergate'
Thursday, 30 July 2026
The owner of The Farm Shop in Glen Helen says he is undecided whether he will continue to sell live lobsters in the store. Earlier this week a video of TV star Noel Edmonds went viral after her purchased two lobsters and released them in the sea. Matt Harrison says he was informed by Noel of his intentions and he advised him on the procedures to do so safely.
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Mental health campaigner to walk Raad-ny-Foillan in his Crocs
Tuesday, 28 July 2026
Lewis Foster speaks to Callum Ball (AKA BackpackBoz) ahead of his upcoming expedition.
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Garff Commissioners want attorney general to reconsider windfarm election advice
Wednesday, 22 July 2026
Garff Commissioners is asking the attorney general to reconsider advice given to General Election candidates about discussing the Mooir Vannin Offshore Wind Farm. Those standing in the House of Keys elections have been told not to talk about the proposals because it could create a conflict of interest during future decision-making process. The commissioners believe there need to be 'guardrails' in place so people know how much they can say before an issue arises.Local authority Chair Richard Henthorn says residents have a right to know the views of candidates ahead of polling day. Local Dem...
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Walking in memory of Sami
Saturday, 18 July 2026
In this episode, Beth is joined by Ben Collins and Conor Boal, who reflect on completing a 55-mile walk around the Isle of Man in memory of their friend, Sami Benbatoul, raising thousands of pounds for Clatterbridge Cancer Charity.
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Fundraisers embark on walk along 'The Road That Brought Us Here'
Thursday, 16 July 2026
A group of fundraisers are embarking on a near 150-mile walk this morning (16 July) which will see them travel from Stanhope, County Durham to Edinburgh's Murrayfield Stadium.They'll be ending the challenge at a Luke Combs gig being held at the venue this weekend.The team are aiming to raise £4,000 to be divided across four charities, including local cause Ed Space.Former police officer Susan Yule is one of those taking on the feat - she has been speaking to Siobhán Fletcher.
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Minister responds to interim construction report
Thursday, 16 July 2026
Construction costs on the Isle of Man are 18 percent above the UK average and comparable with Outer London.That's one of the findings of an interim report examining the impact of rising costs on major construction projects.Treasury Minister Chris Thomas has been giving us his reaction.
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From Gander to the Gaiety: Cast of "Come From Away" meet real-life stranded passenger
Wednesday, 15 July 2026
The musical "Come From Away" is currently being shown at the Gaiety Theatre in Douglas.It tells the true story of how the small town of Gander in Newfoundland welcomed around 7,000 stranded airline passengers after the events of 9/11. Here at Manx Radio we've been running a competition for listeners to win tickets to go and watch this.On Friday (10 July) the person who won the tickets was a Mr John Bevan. In 2001, he was one of the people stranded in Gander when his flight to Miami was grounded.We've been speaking with John and Alex Toohey and Joe Hillard from the Come From Away cast about ...
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Manx 'highly important' part of the Island's culture and identity
Wednesday, 15 July 2026
A member of Culture Vannin says it was great to hear King Charles speak Manx in Tynwald. Ruth Keggin Gell, who is the Manx Language Development Officer, had the opportunity to meet His Majesty at a garden party held by the Lieutenant Governor Sir John Lorimer.
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Couple left 'extremely disappointed' at wedding reception venue
Monday, 13 July 2026
A newlywed couple living in Australia, who wanted to showcase the beauty of the Isle of Man to their guests, say they were 'very overpromised and extremely disappointed' by a restaurant in the south of the Island.
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Island to host a major Maritime Conference
Monday, 13 July 2026
Experts from across the maritime sector will be gathering on the Island this week.The Isle of Man is set to host a major Maritime Conference at the Comis Hotel on Thursday (16 July). It will consider key themes such as digital innovation, seafarer skills, superyachts and business development. Lee Clarke is Managing Director of Isle of Man Maritime:
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Interest increasing as revitalised pier reaches into Ramsey Bay
Wednesday, 8 July 2026
Project Director, Dennis Curphey's been speaking to Simon Richardson about exciting progress on the Queen's Pier project.
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Do you still buy newspapers and magazines?
Friday, 3 July 2026
Lewis Foster heads down to Strand Street to find out more about the health of print media.
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What next for Manx Telecom following acquisition?
Monday, 29 June 2026
Last month regulatory approval was received and the formal acquisition of Manx Telecom by CVC DIF and Jersey Telecom was completed.At the time, Gary Lamb, Manx Telecom Chief Executive, said it would enable the company to 'move forward with confidence'.So, how exactly? And what benefits will this bring to customers on the Isle of Man?In this edition of Newscast, Lewis Foster speaking to Mr Lamb.
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A bloom of moons: Dr Lara Howe on a recent surge in jellyfish numbers
Thursday, 25 June 2026
Speaking with Marine Conservation Officer Lara Howe from the Manx Wildlife Trust about the abundance of moon jellyfish visiting Manx waters.
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Man whose son died from meningitis urges people to take up vaccine offer
Wednesday, 24 June 2026
A man whose son died after contracting meningitis B is urging anyone eligible to take up the offer of a vaccine.It was announced this week that students going across to UK universities this autumn will be eligible for a new immunisation programme starting next month.It reflects the UK's scheme which follows a severe outbreak in Kent.Brett Martin's son Lucas died in 2023 when he was just 21.He's been giving his reaction to this week's announcement to Christy DeHaven.
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Will the IOM benefit from electricity generated by Mooir Vannin wind farm?
Wednesday, 24 June 2026
Ørsted is reiterating its commitment to bring some of the power generated to the Isle of Man, if the project gets approval.It's estimating that, as a result, properties on the Island could see reductions in electricity bills of around 10% to 15%, and £2 billion of revenue in taxation and rent could be generated by the Manx government.But how exactly has the company worked that out?Mooir Vannin Project Director, Jamie Baldwin, has been telling Amy Griffiths:
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Tim Glover MHK will not seek re-election this September.
Wednesday, 24 June 2026
Just weeks after confirming he would stand again, Tim Glover has announced he will not seek re-election in September.The Arbory, Castletown and Malew MHK says his decision has been driven by personal circumstances and the need to put his wife's health first.He's been talking to Beth Espey.
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Dad has 'mixed feelings of guilt' following incident on Mountain
Monday, 22 June 2026
A taxi driver from the UK says he doesn't know if he will return to the Isle of Man following an incident involving his 12-year-old son during the TT.Glen Campbell was riding on the Mountain Road with his son Charlie when another rider allegedly clipped them sending them sliding on the road.
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Campaigner threatens legal action over Island's Assisted Dying Bill
Saturday, 20 June 2026
An opponent of Assisted Dying is threatening legal action against the Manx government if it implements its legislation.Earlier this week, Tynwald voted in favour of amendments to the Bill after the UK Ministry of Justice asked for more clarity of safeguarding protections before it could recommend it for Royal Assent.But now, a campaigner says it would still breach the European Convention on Human Rights and plans to start legal proceedings if it's enacted.Dr Graham McAll is from the Manx Duty of Care group and spoke to Amy Griffiths:
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Dyslexia Advocacy Group IOM welcomes Tynwald-backed recommendations
Thursday, 18 June 2026
A campaign group calling for better provision for students with dyslexia and other learning differences says the approval of a committee's recommendations into the matter is a 'remarkable achievement'.They ask the education department to create things like 'a clear definition' of dyslexia and also provide more specialist training for the Island's teachers.This week, despite the Council of Ministers putting forward a raft of amendments, Tynwald members approved all twelve recommendations as originally written, albeit the wording of one was slightly tweaked.In this edition of the Manx Radio N...
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Speaking to the Chair of the Tynwald Select Committee on Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, Dyspraxia, and Dysgraphia
Thursday, 18 June 2026
The chair of a Tynwald select committee looking into support for students with dyslexia says newly-approved recommendations are a 'game changer'.The committee, formed following a Tynwald Petition for Redress, put forward its final report after 18 months of evidence gathering.It recommended that the education department created of 'a clear definition' of dyslexia and provided more specialist training for the Island's teachers, amongst other things.In this edition of Newscast, Phil Gawne speaks to Onchan MHK Rob Callister who is the chair of the Tynwald Select Committee on Dyslexia, Dyscalcul...
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"Hear us out": Campaigners to speak to Tynwald members after UK social media ban
Tuesday, 16 June 2026
A group calling for restrictions on social media for under-16s will meet with Tynwald members next week.Yesterday (15 June) the UK announced a which will restrict young peoples' access to apps including TikTok and Snapchat from next year.You can find out more HERE.The Island’s education minister says there are 'discussions to be had' but there's no indication yet if the Isle of Man will follow suit.John Bolton is a member of the 'Delay Smartphones - IOM' group and aligns with the Smartphone Free Childhood campaign in the UK.
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Hopes Island will have homelessness legislation by March 2027
Tuesday, 16 June 2026
Today (16 June) our Island's politicians will gather for the penultimate sitting of Tynwald before this year's General Election.Amongst the topics set to be discussed at the June sitting of the court is that of homelessness.It follows a consultation designed to help develop legislation to prevent and address the problem on the Isle of Man.It's hoped a draft bill can be brought to the Island's parliament by March 2027.Siobhán Fletcher has been speaking to MLC Kirstie Morphet and Cabinet Office Minister David Ashford.
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Former MHK accuses chief minister of 'belittling' parliament
Sunday, 14 June 2026
A former MHK has accused the chief minister of publicly belittling and demeaning the Manx parliament during the debate over the Assisted Dying Bill.Quintin Gill, who represented Rushen between 2001 and 2011, has sent an open letter to Alfred Cannan, claiming the Ayre & Michael MHK's behaviour has been inappropriate and unworthy of any chief minister.You can read more about his concerns HERE.In this episode of the Manx Newscast, Mr Gill tells Sian Cowper why he decided to write this letter:
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'Multitude' of late boat arrivals impacts business customer numbers
Friday, 12 June 2026
A news agent in Port St Mary is calling on the Steam Packet Company to consider using the MV Arrow or Ben my Chree for freight services instead of the Manxman. Technical issues on the ferry resulted in papers arriving late on the Island yesterday.
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Ministers' response to dyslexia report 'disappointing', says campaign group
Friday, 12 June 2026
The response by the Council of Ministers to a report into the Island's dyslexia provision is 'disappointing', according to a campaign group.Of the twelve recommendations put forward by a Tynwald Select Committee, ministers accepted just two as they are written, amended nine, and rejected one.In this edition of the Manx Radio Newscast, Lewis Foster speaks to Dyslexia Advocacy Group IOM members Julia Bell, Peter Washington and Chrissie Watson.
