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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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Julie Edge speaks on election petition
Friday, 30 October 2026
Julie Edge speaks to Manx Radio about her petition to the high court which will see a full recount carried out of Onchan's votes in the general election.
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Postponed fireworks display not down to 'bad organisation'
Thursday, 29 October 2026
Douglas Council says changing the date of its fireworks display was not down to 'bad organisation' on its part.It will now take place in Douglas Bay at 7pm on the 26 November instead of on Bonfire Night (5 November).The local authority says it's due to issues 'affecting the transportation' of the fireworks to the Island.Manx Radio understands Mezeron ships the fireworks. The company has been contacted for comment but it has declined to respond to a media request. Chair of the Regeneration and Community Committee Natalie Byron-Teare says a number of other dates were considered rather than ca...
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Treasury 'always looking' at whether additional support packages are needed
Thursday, 29 October 2026
The treasury minister says whether additional support packages are needed over the winter months on the Isle of Man will be kept under review.Michael Crowe has been reacting to the UK's Budget, which was announced yesterday.Measures such as a VAT cut to electricity bills and fuel duty apply to the Island automatically, but many other announcements don't.He also discussed his first couple of weeks in Treasury, and what his priorities are after taking up the role earlier this month in a live interview on Manx Radio Breakfast with Andy Wint and Sian Cowper:
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Beach hut owner: I will be back
Wednesday, 28 October 2026
After storms saw one of Port Erin's beach huts taking a swim in the bay, owner Kathryn Hodgson spoke to Sam Turton about the impact the storms had on her business, the way people and businesses rallied to help and her plans for the future.
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Street cleaning, waste collections and budgets facing new Garff commissioner
Wednesday, 28 October 2026
Street cleaning, waste collections and budgets are just some of the issues prospective Garff commissioners will have to manage.The local authority is having a by-election to fill in the empty seat on its Laxey Ward which is vacant following Richard Henthorn's election to the House of Keys. Nomination papers must be returned by 4 November - if more than one person stands polling will take place on 3 December.Administration Officer Kezia Sproule-Craine says becoming a commissioner gives people the chance to do something positive for the community. Local Democracy Reporter Emma Draper has been...
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Victim Support: 'Our help for murdered teen's family will continue'
Wednesday, 28 October 2026
Victim Support says it will continue to provide help and guidance to the family of a murdered teenager. The charity has been working closely with the loved ones of 14-year-old Christopher McBurnie. The Castletown boy died in Ramsey on 29 May last year after being stabbed.On 23 October a 16-year-old boy was found guilty of his murder following a four-week trial at Douglas Courthouse. Lorna Trevethan is the chief executive of the charity which has been supporting the family since June 2025; she's been speaking to News Editor Tessa Hawley:
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Douglas Council wants residents from all backgrounds to stand in by-election
Tuesday, 27 October 2026
Douglas Council says it wants to encourage residents from all backgrounds to stand in the upcoming by-election. It has one available seat in its South Ward following the departure of Karel Ver Elst and nominations open on Wednesday 28 October. Forms are available at the city hall or on the council's website and must be returned by 1pm on 4 November.Leader Devon Watson says there are a number of roles available to the successful candidate covering housing, the environment and regeneration. Local Democracy Reporter Emma Draper has been speaking to him.
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Douglas Council says 'anti-fragile' systems in place to deal with severe storms
Monday, 26 October 2026
Douglas Council says it has introduced 'anti-fragile' systems to help it manage consequences of severe storms. The local authority is urging residents to 'take precautions' to protect their property including securing loose outdoor items including bins and trampolines. An amber weather warning has been issued by Ronaldsway Met Office due to Storm Boe which could see gusts of up to 70mph.Leader Devon Watson says the council has a 'healthy' amount in its reserves to support the council's operations after storms. Our Local Democracy Reporter Emma Draper has been speaking to him.
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Campaigner against Assisted Dying responds to it getting Royal Assent
Friday, 23 October 2026
A campaigner who threatened to take legal action against the Isle of Man Government should the Assisted Dying Bill get Royal Assent says he's 'considering his options'.Graham McAll is from Manx Duty of Care, a campaign group which is against Assisted Dying.He's been speaking to Amy Griffiths:
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Ramsey Commissioners says prospective candidates must 'care' about the town
Thursday, 22 October 2026
Ramsey Commissioners says prospective by-election candidates must 'care' about the town and improving it for the better. The local authority has three vacant seats - one after Juan McGuinness was voted into the House of Keys and two due to resignations earlier this year. It's also planning to hold a drop-in session for residents interested in joining the board.Chair Sandra Cottam-Shea says potential new members can expect to be managing street lights, residents queries, social housing and the town's parks. Local Democracy Reporter Emma Draper has been speaking to her.
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Douglas Council and Dublin City Council sign friendship agreement
Thursday, 22 October 2026
Douglas Council and Dublin Council have signed a 'friendship agreement' with the hopes of promoting a 'closer co-operation' between the two cities. The Lord Mayor of Dublin Darryl Barron and Mayor of Douglas Steven Crellin signed the agreement at a ceremony this afternoon (20 October). The local authority believes it will help strengthen links for young people, businesses and community organisations on both Islands.Councillor Crellin says it will promote stronger links between both capitals across areas including culture, language and transport.It's also hoped that the councils can share UN...
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'Many opportunities' available to new local authority members
Thursday, 22 October 2026
Arbory and Rushen Commissioners say there are 'so many opportunities' available to people who stand to join the board in an upcoming by-election.There's one seat available after Kirrie Jenkins was voted into the House of Keys in September's General Election. The local authority is inviting prospective candidates to a public meeting, at 7pm tonight (21 October) at Halley McLiag in Ballabeg, to learn more about what it does.Commissioner Jane Glover says 'people skills', and the ability to work with numbers, are important qualities.Local Democracy Reporter Emma Draper has been speaking to her.
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Manx businesses urged to check whether websites use PHP
Thursday, 22 October 2026
The head of an Isle of Man company that provides cyber security services is urging Manx businesses to check whether their website uses the programming language PHP.It comes after a flaw was discovered in the language, which is estimated to be used by 60 to 70 percent of websites.Chief Executive of the Manx Technology Group Joe Hughes says those who aren't sure whether they're affected or not should contact their hosting company, web developer and IT provider.He tells Sian Cowper more about the issue, and what those who have websites need to do:
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"Why should any parent delay giving their child a smartphone?"
Thursday, 22 October 2026
A parent group on the Isle of Man calling for others to delay giving their children smartphones says its numbers are growing rapidly.What started out as a Facebook group known as 'Delay Smartphones - IOM' has now joined forces with a UK movement known as Smartphone Free Childhood.It asks parents to sign a pact; to not give their child a smartphone until the age of 14, and social media until they're 16.In this edition of the Manx Radio Newscast, Lewis Foster speaks to John Bolton of Smartphone Free Childhood Isle of Man.
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Assisted Dying: 'If anyone had seen what my husband went through, they'd understand'
Wednesday, 21 October 2026
Lewis Foster speaks to assisted dying campaigner Sue Biggerstaff following confirmation that the Isle of Man's assisted dying act has received royal assent.
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Assisted dying mover 'relieved' by royal assent
Tuesday, 20 October 2026
The mover of the Island's assisted dying act admits it's a relief to know the legislation has been granted royal assent.Former Ramsey MHK Alex Allinson has welcomed today's announcement in Tynwald, confirming the proposals have now become law.Dr Allinson had to make a number of changes after the UK's Ministry of Justice originally said it couldn't recommend the bill for royal assent.He's been speaking to Sian Cowper:
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Castletown Commissioners says 'good links' with new ministers important
Monday, 19 October 2026
The Chair of Castletown Commissioners says having 'good links' with the new Council of Ministers is important to support the town's future. Tony Brown, a former chief minister, believes the new government shouldn't be spending 'too much' money and time on a new rates system and should instead find other ways to help. Ard-Shirveishagh Chris Thomas appointed his new ministers with Infrastructure, which has responsibility for local authorities, going to Jason Moorhouse MHK.Mr Brown says there needs to be a 'better understanding' within government about how local authorities work. Local Democra...
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Phil Gawne responds to CoMin appointments
Saturday, 17 October 2026
Manx Radio's political correspondent Phil Gawne reacts to the appointment of Chris Thomas' first Council of Ministers.
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Ard-Shirveishagh Chris Thomas
Friday, 16 October 2026
Ard-Shirveishagh (Chief Minister) Chris Thomas joins Lewis Foster and Sam Turton live on the Home Run to discuss the formation of his first Council of Ministers.
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World Menopause Day - 'Please keep having conversations about menopause'
Friday, 16 October 2026
Women on the Isle of Man are being urged to continue the conversation around menopause.Sunday (18 October) marks World Menopause Day.The International Menopause Society founded the awareness day in 2009; this year’s theme is ‘chronic pain’ - something often experienced during, and after, the menopause transition.Nutritionist Angela Clucas runs Next Level Nutrition and says she helps many Island women struggling with the symptoms and side-effects.She's been speaking to Christy De Haven:
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'Manx Gold': Radio drama to explore Agatha Christie's connection to the Island
Thursday, 15 October 2026
A visit to the Isle of Man by the famous author Agatha Christie has inspired a new Radio 4 drama which will be broadcast today (15 October).In 1930, four years before 'Murder on the Orient Express', she was commissioned to write a mystery story that contained clues to a real-life treasure hunt.In this edition of Newscast, Lewis Foster speaks to Manx artist Michael Starkey about his own connection to the resulting short-story 'Manx Gold'.
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GNAAS CEO says charity is hoping for another million pounds for third helicopter
Thursday, 15 October 2026
Darren Timson spoke to the CEO of GNAAS as the charity has raised more than £1million in appeal for a third helicopter. However, Joe Garcia MBE says the ambulance service still hopes to raise another million pounds by December.
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Saving lives at sea
Wednesday, 14 October 2026
Sam Turton speaks to Sam Holliday, the RNLI's Head of Region for Wales and the West, to discuss the future of fleets at Douglas, Port St Mary and the wider Island.
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Manx Radio's speech content falls below that required by license agreement
Friday, 9 October 2026
Speaking to Manx Radio's Managing Director Chris Sully following the publication of CURA's report into the public service broadcaster's output.
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Rare opportunity to visit iconic Manx venues this weekend
Friday, 9 October 2026
Speaking to Katie King, Manx National Heritage's Curator of Art and Social History, ahead of the second weekend in MNH's Heritage Open Days festival.
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'Young people should concerned, but not scared' cancer rates in UK see 24% increase
Thursday, 8 October 2026
Darren Timson speaks to retired surgeon and Chairman of the Isle of Man's Anti Cancer Association, Malcolm Clague as reports from the UK say 24-49 year-olds between the early 1990's and 2019 saw a 24% increase in cancer diagnoses.
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Commissioner candidate wants to help people 'as much as possible' if elected
Monday, 5 October 2026
A candidate in the upcoming Marown Commissioners by-election says she would try and help residents 'as much as possible' if elected. Amanda Collister hopes to be able to work with neighbouring authorities and would support improvements to children's play areas and leisure areas. The by-election is taking place on Thursday 8 October, and residents will be able to vote from 8am until 8pm at the Crosby Methodist Church Hall. There is one available seat following the resignation of John Lovelady last month - the other candidate is Oksana Hargreaves.Mrs Collister believes her experience on the b...
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Working families 'need realistic prospect' of being offered a home says council
Thursday, 1 October 2026
Income thresholds for households applying for public sector housing are being increased to allow more people to join the waiting lists. It's something which has been welcomed by the leader of Douglas Council. Devon Watson says he appreciates the raise but working families need a 'realistic prospect' of being offered a home.From today (1 October) the baseline for single applicants, with no children, will raise by £1,300; for joint applicants, with three children, it'll be increased by £13,400.Councillor Watson adds he would like the new government to be 'more supportive' schemes and push thr...
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Hopes for future reinstatement of online digital newspaper service
Wednesday, 30 September 2026
Lewis Foster speaks to Manx National Heritage's Head of Collections Kirsty Neate ahead of the switch-off of the iMuseum's online digital newspaper archive service.
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Car parking will return to Castletown's Market Square in October
Wednesday, 30 September 2026
Car parking will return to Castletown's Market Square on 1 October with some additional changes. Chair Tony Brown says it will be increased to one hour from 30 minutes - which he says will have a 'big impact' on businesses in the town.The local authority believes it has taken a 'pragmatic approach' to the closure, which includes covering the Easter Bank Holiday weekend and introducing more activities. Mr Brown says changes to coach parking has attracted more tourists and cruise excursions which he hopes will increase investment in Castletown. Local Democracy Reporter Emma Draper has been sp...
