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Manx Radio - Update
The daily podcast of Manx Radio's Update Programme. The definitive roundup of Isle of Man and International news of the day from the Island's No.1 news source.
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Update Thursday 9 October 2025
Thursday, 9 October 2025
Manx Care has announced that the Martin Ward at Ramsey and District Cottage Hospital is to close towards the end of October for 'around four weeks'.A Douglas man has appeared in court charged with attempted murder.A new survey suggests the majority of Isle of Man residents support tougher rules on smoking and vaping. After claiming her second world title last week, Manx martial arts competitor Alanna Pritchard has announced she’s hoping to go pro.
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Update Wednesday 8 October 2025
Wednesday, 8 October 2025
Union Unite has rejected the latest pay offer, leading to an independent arbitrator being brought in to help settle the dispute.The government’s new AI Office plans are under fire, with critics saying they lack detail.At the age of 80, would you swim five kilometres? One Ramsey resident is doing just that to raise funds in memory of his late wife.
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Update Tuesday 7 October 2025
Tuesday, 7 October 2025
The Island’s population is at a record high - but is growth keeping pace with government targets?Almost £150,000 worth of food is wasted each year in the Island’s schools.Isle of Man tennis star Billy Harris is off to a strong start at the Jinan Open in China.
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Update Monday 6 October 2025
Monday, 6 October 2025
Dairy farms are under increasing pressure as prolonged sunshine dries out the soil.Douglas Council is urging the government to include local authorities in existing infrastructure schemes to support the development of more social housing.FC Isle of Man have suffered yet another defeat.
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Update Friday 3 October 2025
Friday, 3 October 2025
The boss of Manx Care has ruled out resigning following political calls for the board to step down.A record number of cruise passengers visited the Island this season.Isle of Man pro boxer Sam Rennie is set to return to the ring tomorrow, hoping to extend his perfect record thus far.
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Update Thursday 2 October
Thursday, 2 October 2025
All the latest news in under 30 minutes with Beth Espey.
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Update Wednesday 1 October
Wednesday, 1 October 2025
On the podcast with Beth Espey - work is about to get underway at the Isle of Man Ferry Terminal in Liverpool; but what exactly still needs to be done?The UK Chancellor responds after a company linked to Michelle Mone is ordered to repay nearly £122 million.Douglas City Council is looking for someone to step forward and fill a vacant seat.And at the Villa Gaiety - how are they planning to deal with audiences who just can’t stop talking during performances?"
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Update Tuesday 30 September 2025
Tuesday, 30 September 2025
Coming up on the podcast with Beth Espey - some potentially good news for mobility scooter users here on the Isle of Man, with plans in motion for more accessible bus stops. We’ll also hear about a trade union taking aim at the Government over its handling of whistleblowers.There’s excitement for the return of the Food Festival – a big boost for Manx produce and local pride.And we’ll get reaction from supporters of FC Isle of Man on the latest changes at the club.
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Update Monday 29 September 2025
Monday, 29 September 2025
Could the Island's retirement age be increased to cope with an ageing population?Car parking returned to Castletown square today after the local authority reversed its decision to pedestrianise the area all year around.The number of scam emails is on the rise.
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Update Friday 26 September 2025
Friday, 26 September 2025
A busy day for news on the Isle of Man - with all the details in under 30 minutes here with Beth Espey.
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Update Thursday 25 September
Thursday, 25 September 2025
A round-up of the day's news with Beth Espey, including is the Isle of Man really a ‘hotbed’ for organised crime, as a UK national newspaper claimed? We’ll have the official answer.Also, an MHK calls on the Department of Education to rethink its school uniform policy, the Information Commissioner responds to the government’s AI announcements, and we reveal which Manx words have made it into the Oxford English Dictionary.
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Update Wednesday, 24 September 2025
Wednesday, 24 September 2025
We bring you the latest updates and announcements from the Government Conference.Has enough been done to tackle the shortage of housing on the Island?And the Oxford English Dictionary is set to feature some more Manx words soon.All that and more on Update with Lewis Foster for Wednesday, 24 September.
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Update Tuesday 23 September
Tuesday, 23 September 2025
Here's the main news of the day in under 30 minutes, including details from day one of the Government Conference and the latest from FC IOM after Paul Jones steps down as manager.
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Update Monday 22 September 2025
Monday, 22 September 2025
The daily news round up with Beth Espey.
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Update Friday 19 September
Friday, 19 September 2025
The final Update of the week, rounding up the day's main news with Beth Espey.
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Update Thursday 18 September 2025
Thursday, 18 September 2025
All the latest news, sport, weather and travel updates from the Isle of Man.It's Update on Manx Radio for Thursday, 18 September with Lewis Foster.
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Update Wednesday 17 September 2025
Wednesday, 17 September 2025
Here's the round up of today's news.
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Update Tuesday 16 Septemeber
Tuesday, 16 September 2025
The age old question - are the Island's government departments overspending - or are they underfunded - the Chair of the Public Accounts Committee shares his thoughts.The Island's inflation rate has gone up again, we'll take a look at the figures.There's good news for those behind a new community facility on Marine Parade in PeelAnd a scheme which helps talented athletes balance their studies with sporting activities is to be extended.
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Update Monday 15 September 2025
Monday, 15 September 2025
We bring you some details about the fatal road traffic collision on the Peel to Kirk Michael coast road on Sunday.Also in the programme, figures from treasury reveal four government departments are expected to go over budget this financial year.We also hear there are no plans to roll out menu changes in the Island's secondary schools, why questions are being raised about stalled plans to redevelop Castletown's Nautical museum. Planning permission has been granted for a new supermarket in Port Erin and what impact is A.I having on the Island's creative industries?
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Update Friday 12 September 2025
Friday, 12 September 2025
A round-up of the day's main news, including finding out how big a problem ketamine is on the Isle of Man and what’s being done to tackle it?The leader of Douglas council hails proposed reforms to the rates system as “a promising first step,” we also hear from the firefighter who took on a gruelling challenge in honour of those who died in the 9/11 attacks.And after much anticipation, it’s finally time for the 54th World Tin Bath Championships this weekend!
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Update Thursday 11 September 2025
Thursday, 11 September 2025
All the day's main news with Beth Espey including after more than ten years of planning, a new facility to support cancer patients is just weeks away from opening. There’s frustration in the north of the Island at the delays to replacing the Cummal Mooar facility, there’s good news for Manx Shearwaters and if you think you can handle really spicy food – you can prove it this weekend.
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Update Wednesday 10 September 2025
Wednesday, 10 September 2025
As the Island marks World Suicide Prevention Day, we hear about a rise in suicides over the past five years.A new business is helping transform printed materials for people with visual impairments.FC Isle of Man suffer a fifth straight defeat.
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Update Tuesday 9 September 2025
Tuesday, 9 September 2025
The day's news in half an hour with Beth Espey.
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Update Monday 8 September 2025
Monday, 8 September 2025
School dinners are still causing a stir after recent changes - we hear from a mother who says she's worried about how her child's diabetes may be affected... The chief minister admits government's position on wind farms is likely to be challenged before next year's general election.There's an urgent call for volunteers to support a Peel charity shop.We'll hear about a feral pony at Skyhill...And, good news if you're a fan of direct flights from the Island!It's Update on Manx Radio with Beth Espey.
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Update Friday 5 September 2025
Friday, 5 September 2025
Tonight on Update with Beth Espey: following the recent announcements about TT 2026, we’ll hear from Clerk of the Course, Gary Thompson. A review of a recent case suggests some people on the Island are dropping employment and equality complaints due to the high costs involved. There are fresh calls to improve pavements, paths, and highways in the north of the Island. We’ll also look ahead to the Ravens’ away game this weekend, and if you’re aged 11–15 and a fan of Lego, we’ve got something you won’t want to miss.
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Update Thursday 4 September 2025
Thursday, 4 September 2025
The latest news round up which includes concerns from an MHK about the possibility of another significant whistleblowing case causing reputational harm to the Island, the Department for Enterprise gives its reaction to a company winning a legal challenge over the letters TT, we ask how safe weight loss jabs are and we'll have details of a sculpture which caused quite a stir when the plans were first announced.
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Update Wednesday 3 September 2025
Wednesday, 3 September 2025
Today's main news including a call for stronger laws to protect against partner violence on the Island, Public Health urge pregnant women to be vaccinated against whooping cough and on the day schools have gone back - one MHK wants to see ice cream back on the menu for primary pupils.
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Update Tuesday 2 September 2025
Tuesday, 2 September 2025
A round-up of the latest news with Beth Espey - and what would be the best Manx themed storm names?
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Update Monday 1 September 2025
Monday, 1 September 2025
All the latest news with Beth Espey.
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Update Friday 29 August 2025
Friday, 29 August 2025
A new women-only running group has been launched to tackle catcalling and harassment.MPs return to Westminster next week, but MHKs aren’t back until October - one Tynwald member says Manx politicians are away for too long.The domestic football season kicks off tomorrow - we’ll have the teams to look out for.
