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MANX RADIO UPDATE:

• Update Thursday 09th April 2026

  Is business confidence in the Island at an all-time low? One petrol station owner believes soIs there an end in sight for restoration work at Ramsey Cottage Hospital? It would appear notPlus plans have been put forward for dozens of new homes at the site of the former Buchan school
  

MANX NEWSCAST: 

• Retiring clerk says local authorities carrying out 'innovative work' in communities

  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 speaking to him:

AGENDA: 

• Agenda 30.3.26 - Kirstie Morphet talks about her first year as an MLC and the Justice and Home Affairs (Reform and Miscellaneous Amendments) Bill 2025

  Kirstie Morphet has certainly not allowed the grass to grow under her feet since being elected to the Legislative Council just over a year ago. She’s not shy of tackling issues like homelessness and social exclusion and is not afraid of rocking the political boat to get things done. In tomorrow’s LegCo sitting she’ll take the lengthy Justice and Home Affairs (Reform and Miscellaneous Amendments) Bill 2025 through its final stage which should result in much needed reform to our criminal justice system. Find out more about this new kid on the Tynwald block on this week’s Agenda. Has Tynwald found a new radical voice?

MANX RADIO MANNIN LINE:

• It's Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Thursday 9th April 2026

  Manx Care Chief Exec Teresa Cope take calls and questions on Ramsey Cottage Hospital, waiting lists, out of date technology, extending Nobles Hospital and more. Plus Afric Edwards on Fostering and Adoption on Island. It's Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Thursday 9th April 2026

PERSPECTIVE:

• Perspective 5.4.26 - Canon Philip Gillespie shares his journey through faith for Easter Sunday

  With Easter Day upon us it seems appropriate to hear from one of the Island’s Christian leaders. Canon Philip Gillespie has recently returned to the Island after a number of years teaching in Rome. At a time when the world seems as far away from love, peace and kindness as it’s ever been perhaps it’s time to hear from gentle, humble leaders, who really do care about our lives and fulfilment. There’s little doubt that the world would be a better place if we all lived gentler and humbler lives but it seems most of us struggle to do that. We could all do with a bit more love and peace in our lives … and maybe the odd Easter egg or two.

MANX RADIO SPORT:

• Triathlon - A busy 2026 Manx season awaits

  Preparations are now well underway for what's to come this year for a sport that has seen noticeable growth on the Isle of Man in recent years... triathlon.In 2026, Manx Tri Club is running an expanded programme of events for the campaign which will include a new competition to the series as well providing meetings for a variety of different ages and abilities.One of those who's been a part of the growing number taking up the sport is Clara Isaac, who, since starting around two years ago, has now gone on to excel, winning a bronze medal in triathlon at the 2025 Island Games in Orkney.Looking to the weeks and months ahead, Manx Radio sat down with Clara to find out what's to come in 2026, what's making triathlon more popular and why it's considered a welcoming community for anyone who wants to get involved:

 

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