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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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Episodes
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It's the economy Manxies!
Friday, 4 September 2026
Sam Turton speaks to James Kingston from GrowthIOM about why the group sees growing the economy as the most important issue ahead of this month's general election.
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Resident backs Andreas Commissioner's calls for new speed buffer zones
Friday, 4 September 2026
A local environmental campaigner has backed Andreas Commissioner's calls for new speed buffer zones in the parish.Bill Dale says people drive 'far too fast' in the village with no care for the rules - which he puts down to a lack of police presence and enforcement.The commissioners would like to see new restrictions on Burma Road which currently goes straight from a 60mph to a 30mph zone.Mr Dale has concerns for the safety of children and the elderly in the village.Local Democracy Reporter Emma Draper has been speaking to him about the issue.
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Remote GP services expended across the Isle of Man
Friday, 4 September 2026
Lewis Foster speaks to Annmarie Cubbon, Manx Care's Divisional General Manager of Primary, Community & Therapy Services, and Dr Omobolaji Iji, Director & Co-founder of Tekihealth.
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Garff Commissioners says windfarm process has been 'almost impossible' responsibility
Thursday, 3 September 2026
Garff Commissioners says it's been 'almost impossible' to represent residents during the windfarm process over the last year.In its final letter to the examination panel the local authority says it has been on the 'backfoot' due to how it's been carried out.It's also confirmed that the cost of hours between officers and commissioners who worked on the case has amounted to about £20,000 - but this won't be claimed back. Commissioner Marinda Fargher says she has had 'lots of sleepless nights' during the process but feels the board has done its best for residents. Local Democracy Reporter Emma...
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Mannin Cancer Help Centre officially opened by Lieutenant Governor
Wednesday, 2 September 2026
A custom-built cancer support centre had its official opening this week (Tuesday 1 September).The Mannin Cancer Help Centre has been open and functioning since 5 January, but last night saw a plaque unveiled by the Lieutenant Governor, Sir John Lorimer, in front of staff, charity representatives and distinguished guests.Manx Radio was there, and spoke to Mannin Cancer Help Chairman Julie Stokes MBE, Patron Professor Robin Davidson and interim CEO of Manx Care, Chris Stockport.
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How the Island's fire service is helping people living with hoarding disorder
Tuesday, 1 September 2026
The Isle of Man Fire and Rescue Service is issuing a message to people living with hoarding disorder to let them know that help is at hand.Hoarding, a recognised mental health condition which is often linked to stressful or traumatic events in people's lives, can lead to large amounts of clutter building up within a property.Not only can this pose a risk of fire but it can restrict the resident's escape route and make it more difficult for firefighters responding in an emergency.David Craine is a Sub Officer in the Fire Prevention and Protection Department and has seen cases on the Island w...
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Landmark anniversaries for legendary horologists
Friday, 28 August 2026
The world of watchmaking is marking two important anniversaries, both of which have significant links to the Isle of Man.It's the year legendary horologist George Daniels would have celebrated his 100th birthday, and the 25th year in business for his most famous student, Roger W. Smith, whose company continues to produce world leading bespoke timepieces desired by collectors around the world.Simon Richardson met up with Roger at his Sulby workshop.
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Travelling marshal Jim Hunter discusses tribute lap for TT and MGP rider Daniel Ingham
Friday, 28 August 2026
TT and MGP rider Daniel Ingham died during TT qualifying in May and was honoured with a tribute lap organised by his wife Helayna and travelling marshal Jim Hunter to 'complete the lap he never got to'. Darren Timson spoke to Jim.
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Prison responds to allegations around protest
Thursday, 20 August 2026
Prisoners are 'still human beings who have families' and 'they're eventually going to come back into our community'.That's the message from a source with a connection to the Isle of Man Prison who has joined calls for an independent inquiry into the site.It follows a protest at the Jurby facility last Tuesday (11 August).We sit down with the prison's Deputy Governor Martin Phillips, to get the official response.
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Chief Fire Officer responds to Castletown blaze
Friday, 14 August 2026
Chief Fire Officer Mark Christian has been speaking following a large fire at Castletown & Malew Fire and Ambulance station on Thursday evening.Two firefighters were treated at the scene for minor injuries as crews from other stations and Ronaldsway assisted with the incident. An investigation is now underway.
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Jason Bissell Chair of UNESCO Biosphere Isle of Man
Friday, 14 August 2026
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Comedy legend Jasper Carrott returning to the Gaiety Theatre
Tuesday, 11 August 2026
Legendary comedian Jasper Carrott will perform at the Gaiety Theatre on 18 and 19 August 2026.With special guests Strictly ABBA, the shows promise plenty of laughter, as well as all the best-loved ABBA songs.You can find details of the last remaining tickets on the VillaGaiety website.Jasper joined Beth on One to Three to chat about his tour, his love of the Isle of Man, and why, although he’s a self-confessed adrenaline junkie, a trip around the Mountain Course is a step too far.
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'The Island needs to be able to compete' against other destinations
Tuesday, 11 August 2026
The chief executive of Visit Isle of Man says the Island needs to be able to compete with other travel destinations.Deborah Heather was responding to a Freedom of Information request that revealed the Department for Enterprise spent more than £170,000 in five years inviting social media personalities to the Island.
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Call for election candidates to make 'concrete commitment to carers'
Friday, 7 August 2026
Ahead of the general election the Manx charity Crossroads is asking candidates - what will you do for the Island's carers?It's written an article titled 'The Hidden Economy of Caring' in which it says: "We spend a lot of time talking about the cost of care. We spend far less time talking about its value. "Yet without unpaid carers, our health and social care system would look fundamentally different."Jackie Betteridge is the CEO at Crossroads.She told Lewis Foster why they've put together this article - and why now.
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Man with severe ME speaks out about 'cruel and difficult' disease
Friday, 7 August 2026
A man living with severe ME on the Island says there are times when he can only manage around 15 minutes of conversation a day.The cause of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis, otherwise known as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, is relatively unknown and can be difficult to diagnose.It causes extreme tiredness and often leaves people housebound, confined to their beds or even immobile.Thirty-eight-year-old Juan Corlett has suffered from the full effects of ME since 2018 after first catching the Epstein-Barr virus.Ahead of Severe ME Awareness Day (8 August) he's been speaking to Lewis Foster.
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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.
