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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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Accidental sabotage? What a 1944 spy manual teaches us about modern bureaucracy
Saturday, 16 May 2026
When an American wartime spy manual was declassified nearly 20 years ago, few could have predicted it would spark questions about modern government, bureaucracy and decision-making.Manx Radio’s Christian Jones and John Moss explore the remarkable parallels between the OSS ‘Simple Sabotage Field Manual’ of 1944 and the realities of modern organisational life.From committees and consultation to risk-aversion and delay, the programme examines whether systems designed to protect the public can sometimes unintentionally slow progress instead.Featuring insights from former ministers and political...
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Volunteers with Street Angels on the lookout for TT accommodation
Saturday, 16 May 2026
A group of volunteers are visiting from Italy to lend a helping hand this TT.They'll be joining the ranks of the Street Angels, who keep watch over the Island's key nightlife spots and make sure revellers are enjoying themselves safely.Born on the Isle of Man, Sue Sheehy, along with her family and friends, will be here from 25 May - and they're on the lookout for suitable accommodation.With upwards of 40,000 visitors expected, Sue explains what she and the Street Angels do.
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Teresa Cope 'an extraordinarily dedicated public servant' who wasn't pushed out of job
Friday, 15 May 2026
The chair of the board of Manx Care has been praising the health body's outgoing CEO Teresa Cope.It was announced this week that Ms Cope will leave her role this summer, ahead of taking up new opportunities in the Autumn.In this edition of Newscast, Manx Care's chair, Wendy Reid, says it was Teresa's personal decision to step down, and she hasn't been pushed out of the role.And she's not been placed on gardening leave either...
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What does the future of farming on the IOM look like?
Thursday, 14 May 2026
Thomase Cleator is a young farmer who single-handedly runs Ballakeenan Farm in Jurby.Amy Griffiths has been chatting to him about some of the many challenges he's been facing, including coastal erosion, food security and mental health.
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Garff 'sold down the river' over Mooir Vannin
Thursday, 14 May 2026
The chair of Garff Commissioners is calling on government to look for efficiencies instead of 'selling Garff down the river'.It comes after the public session in the latest round of hearings into proposals for an 87-turbine windfarm off the Island's coast.Richard Henthorn believes, if it made savings, government would be able to save more money than the windfarm would make.He and fellow commissioner Jamie Smith as well as campaigner Georgina O'Sullivan from NOT4IOM spoke to Phil Gawne after the hearing:
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"We think the way he was treated was inhumane."
Friday, 8 May 2026
The family of a boy who had to travel to Alder Hey by boat because Manx Care refused to provide an air ambulance say the way he was treated was 'inhumane'.Fifteen-year-old Jamie seriously injured his hand last week and experienced a number of issues while trying to get the right care.Speaking to Manx Radio, his brother Gary says he's suffered life-changing injuries because of the amount of time it took to get him to the children's hospital in Liverpool.Manx Care and Alder Hey have been approached for comment:
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Teenage mental health champion raises £275 for Manx Wildlife Trust
Thursday, 7 May 2026
A teenage mental health champion has raised nearly £300 for the Manx Wildlife Trust (MWT) with a fascinating talk about how his snakes and other ‘weird’ pets have helped him deal with long-term mental health struggles.Seventeen-year-old Jessie Quirk entertained a full house at Erin Arts Centre in Port Erin with his talk, 'The Secret Lives of Weird Pets: Snakes, Autism and Me'.He brought along his western hognose and corn snakes, leaf insects, mantises and a giant African millipede to meet the audience and was joined by Allan Campbell from Zoo2YouIOM.Siobhán caught up with Jessie after the t...
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Arbory and Rushen Commissioners says residents left in 'void' over onshore windfarm
Saturday, 2 May 2026
The chair of Arbory and Rushen Commissioners says the lack of information about the Cair Vie windfarm is 'disappointing'. Kirrie Jenkins believes there's been no updates on Manx Utilities Earystane project since March last year and residents have been left in a 'void'.The local authority has written to Tynwald members asking them to 'scrutinise' Manx Utilities proposals before formal processes 'limit' their ability to engage.Mrs Jenkins says the board has been told an application for the project is 'imminent'. Local Democracy Reporter Emma Draper has been speaking to her.
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Former infrastructure minister says 'massive' amount of misinformation about clause five
Friday, 1 May 2026
The former infrastructure minister says there was a 'massive' amount of misinformation about what would've been clause five of the Local Government Amendment Bill. Michelle Haywood, who was in charge at the time the clause was added to the bill, believes the ongoing debates around the clause were distracting from more important updates. The clause could've seen functions imposed onto local authorities without any financial support from the government. Dr Haywood says she doesn't see the clause being brought back anytime soon. Local Democracy Reporter Emma Draper has been speaking to her.
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Focus on autism acceptance continues year-round
Thursday, 30 April 2026
Today marks the end of Autism Acceptance Month, which takes place in April each year.A loaded calendar of events has now come to a close, but some initiatives, such as businesses implementing 'quiet hours', will continue.Pete Corkhill is a Safeguarding Practitioner for Health and sits on the Autism Spectrum Condition Strategy Steering Group.He's been telling Siobhán Fletcher more.
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Diagnosed at 21: Douglas resident speaks about cost of finding out you have ADHD as an adult
Thursday, 30 April 2026
The Department of Health and Social Care has outlined plans to introduce services that would allow for diagnosis and better support for neurodivergent people on the Island.Currently there is no assessment route for ADHD or autism for adults not diagnosed in childhood.So, what happens if you're told you need a diagnosis?In this edition of Newscast, Douglas resident Mitzi Danielson-Kaslik tells Lewis Foster what led her to being diagnosed at 21, and the financial toll it's taken so far.
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Cannabis campaigner calls for recreational pilot during visit to Island
Tuesday, 28 April 2026
A mother whose campaign led to the UK government changing its laws on medicinal cannabis in 2018 is calling on governments across the British Isles to pilot allowing regulated recreational cannabis schemes.Charlotte Caldwell's son Billy became the first patient in the UK to receive a medicinal cannabis prescription.His case led to a change in law in the UK after customs officials confiscated a cannabis-based medication, resulting in him suffering a life-threatening seizure.She's been visiting the Isle of Man this week as part of the TRACD campaign, with a view to setting up a pilot scheme h...
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Supporting children through the 'hidden harms' associated with household substance misuse
Tuesday, 28 April 2026
The CEO of Manx charity Motiv8 has been speaking out about the 'hidden harm' caused to children and young people by a parents' substance misuse.The charity's Family Service marks its ten year anniversary this month, having supported hundreds of adults and children in that time.In this edition of Newscast, Lewis Foster speaks to Motiv8 CEO Thea Ozenturk.
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Chair of Castletown Commissioners 'appalled' at selling of old police station
Tuesday, 28 April 2026
The chair of Castletown Commissioners says he is 'appalled' at the decision to sell the old police station.Tony Brown believes that the current government has no policies in place to protect heritage assets and that it's 'neglecting' these properties across the Island.The decision to sell the Bailie Scott building was agreed during Tynwald's April sitting with only three MHKs voting against the move.Mr Brown says Manx National Heritage has been having 'consistent battles' with Treasury for funding allocated towards maintenance.Local Democracy Reporter Emma Draper has been speaking to him:
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Would legalising recreational cannabis reduce harm?
Monday, 27 April 2026
An MHK believes making it legal to buy and use cannabis recreationally on the Isle of Man would reduce the harm caused by the drug.Ramsey MHK Alex Allinson will ask Tynwald, at its May sitting, to set up a citizens’ jury to examine timelines and policies for a future regulated environment that would allow the sale of cannabis for recreational use.Currently, some patients qualify for medicinal cannabis, but the drug remains a classified substance and is illegal to possess for other purposes.Dr Allinson told Manx Radio why he believes it will reduce harm, and how the citizens' just would work:
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Teenager calls for more funding for the Island's music service
Monday, 27 April 2026
A 15-year-old has started a petition calling for more funding for the Isle of Man Music Service.River Kelly-Brown believes there should be an increase to allow all the Island’s children equal access to music and the Manx Youth Orchestra.Uploading her petition to the internet last week, it's has now been signed by more than 300 people.Alongside her mum, River has been speaking to Lewis Foster.
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New silent book club offering residents 'dedicated' quiet reading hour
Thursday, 23 April 2026
A new silent book club is offering people with busy lives a dedicated reading hour in 'peace and quiet'.This evening (April 23), Douglas City Library is hosting the event from 6:45pm until 8pm to give residents 'uninterrupted' time to read their own book with refreshments.Readers are able to bring a book in any format including audiobooks, e-readers, paperbacks, manga or comics.It’s been arranged to coincide with World Book Night’s 'Reading Hour' project, and the library's official membership of the international Silent Book Club.The club will then continue as a 'regular reading retreat' fo...
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Assisted Dying: What is the future of the Bill?
Tuesday, 21 April 2026
This week the UK government confirmed it was 'unable to recommend' the Island's Assisted Dying Bill for Royal Assent.The Ministry of Justice raised a number of concerns, seeking clarity to make sure the legislation complies with the European Convention on Human Rights.But what has the reaction been to the news?Amy Griffiths has been finding out.Some of the interviews contain descriptions which some listeners may find distressing.
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Member of staff at Peel Commissioners under external investigation
Monday, 20 April 2026
The chair of Peel Commissioners has confirmed that a 'formal employment matter' is being conducted and a member of staff is being investigated. Ray Harmer read out a statement at last night's commissioners meeting which asked residents to respect the confidentiality of the process. He also confirmed that the fees for the solicitors would be released after the course of events had taken place.Meanwhile, Katryna Baptist, who posted the initial video alleging poor governance, says she 'can't just quit' and will carry on in the position to deliver a mandate. This is despite telling the board sh...
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Douglas North MHKs say residents deserve communication about playing field's future
Monday, 20 April 2026
The Douglas North MHKs say they are still awaiting a response from Douglas Council with information about the Ballanard Road playing field six weeks after sending a letter. David Ashford and John Wannenburgh have asked the council for timelines and schedules regarding the replanting of trees and whether there are still plans to turn the site into a building compound to support the refurbishment of houses in the Willaston estate. The council recently felled 39 trees in the area and started a replanting scheme - but the MHKs say a lack of communication with residents about the situation is ca...
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Have you ever been overcharged for a taxi on the IOM?
Monday, 20 April 2026
The Road Transport Licensing Committee (RTLC) is urging people to make a complaint if they think they've been overcharged for a taxi journey.It's after a post on social media claimed a 'small minority' of drivers aren't using meters when they should be.Amy Griffiths has been speaking to secretary Noel Capewell and chair Graham Curphey:
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Health minister addresses Noble's capacity issues
Friday, 17 April 2026
The health minister insists her department is 'taking charge' of capacity issues at Noble's Hospital.An independent rapid review has been commissioned by the DHSC after serious concerns were raised by the Medical Staff Committee.Last month the group of 75 senior doctors and consultants claimed there was a 'critical shortfall in inpatient bed capacity' at the site.Claire Christian has been speaking to Amy Griffiths:
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MHK disappointed by UK's stance on Assisted Dying Bill
Friday, 17 April 2026
The politician behind the Island's Assisted Dying Bill admits he's disappointed by the UK's decision not to recommend the legislation for Royal Assent.The UK's Ministry of Justice has raised concerns that the Bill may not comply with the European Convention on Human Rights.Safeguards against coercion, monitoring of assisted deaths and ensuring capacity were among the points raised.Ramsey MHK Alex Allinson has confirmed work is underway to draft amendments that would address them:
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"Red flags" helped mum spot signs of son's brain tumour
Tuesday, 14 April 2026
A mum on the Isle of Man has been speaking out about the symptoms her five-year-old son displayed before he was diagnosed with a rare form of brain tumour.In 2024, five-year-old Hector started began waking in the night with headaches and, during the day, his food began to taste strange.Having been air-ambulanced from the Isle of Man to Alder Hey Children’s Hospital, he later underwent a six-week course of proton beam therapy at The Christie NHS Foundation Trust.In this edition of Newscast, Hector's mum, Rebekah Dalrymple, explains to Lewis Foster what the last 18 months have been like for t...
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New Captain of the Parish of Arbory appointed
Monday, 13 April 2026
A longstanding resident and volunteer of Arbory has been appointed as the new captain of the parish. Claire Whiteway was selected by the Lieutenant Governor Sir John Lorimer to replace Raymond Gawne who had been in the position for nearly thirty years.Traditionally, the captain was responsible for maintaining order within the parish but the role today is 'largely ceremonial'.Mrs Whiteway says she is 'honoured' and 'very proud' to be taking on the position. Local Democracy Reporter Emma Draper has been speaking to her.
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Stamp collection pays tribute to Trevor Hemmings CVO
Friday, 10 April 2026
The Grand National returns this weekend (11 April) and as part of this year's event the Isle of Man Post Office will be paying tribute to one of our former residents, Trevor Hemmings.The British billionaire businessman, who died in 2021, was a stalwart of the horse racing world.As the jockeys and the crowds return to Aintree, the Isle of Man Post Office is issuing a collection of stamps featuring Mr Hemmings and some of his famous horses and in support of the Injured Jockeys Fund.In this edition of Newscast, Lewis Foster speaks with Maxine Cannon, General Manager of Stamps and Coins.
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Retiring clerk says local authorities carrying out 'innovative work' in communities
Tuesday, 7 April 2026
The outgoing clerk of Arbory and Rushen Commissioners says there is lots of 'really good' and 'innovative' work being carried out across local authorities. Phil Gawne, who's leaving the post after 10 years of service, believes there's been an increase in the amount of bureaucracy attached to the position from when he first started. Mr Gawne has officially finished, however he will stay on for a couple of months during a transition position to support the incoming clerk. He says in some instances the government could learn from local authorities. Local Democracy Reporter Emma Draper has been...
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Campaigners call on government to rethink social media stance following 'landmark' US ruling
Tuesday, 7 April 2026
Some parents on the Isle of Man believe a recent ruling in the US regarding smartphone apps should be a wake up call to the government here.The recent trial in California found that Meta, which owns Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp, and Google, owner of YouTube, intentionally designed social media platforms to be addictive.In response to recent questions, Government said it had no plans to ban social media for under-16s but will 'continue to monitor international debate on the issue'.Campaigners John Bolton and Jessica Cross see the recent verdict as a watershed moment, and want the Isle of...
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President of Tynwald Laurence Skelly to retire from political office
Friday, 3 April 2026
The president of Tynwald has announced he'll retire from politics later this year.Laurence Skelly has confirmed he won't be seeking re-election when his term in office expires in July.He's been in the post since 2021, having previously served as a Member of the House of Keys for 10 years, including seven years as a minister.He says it's been a great privilege to serve the people of Rushen and the Isle of Man, and that he intends to remain active in Island life following his retirement.The election of the next President of Tynwald will take place on 21 July for a term of office extending to ...
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Mannin Music says concerns about beach stage only raised earlier this week
Wednesday, 1 April 2026
The directors of Mannin Music say there's a 'general feeling' in Peel that things don't happen in the town and why that is, is 'unclear'.Business owners Laura and David Rowles say concerns about the proposed beach stage hadn't been raised by Peel Commissioners until this Wednesday (25 March), when the clerk called to pass on comments from the board.The pair suggested the idea to Commissioner Katryna Baptist and the shop is partnering with the local authority for the trial of the stage as well as helping organise acts.They added that meetings with Ms Baptist and Commissioner Stuart Hardingha...
