Episodes
Minister Lawrie Hooper discusses his request for another £10Million for his Health Department, while recently elected MLC Paul Craine talks to Phil about the growing imbalance between the economically active population and those who depend on them.
Phil Gawne talks to Manx TaxPayers' Alliance representative Michael Josem. Who are they, what do they do and what do they want to see happen in the Island's political landscape?
Phil Gawne speaks to Treasury Minister David Ashford, former MHK Peter Karran and Phil Craine from Taxwatch about the unfolding and evolving situation in Ukraine.
Phil Gawne with reaction to the Budget from: Mr Speaker Juan Watterson, on reform to the budget process; Health Minister Lawrie Hooper explaining the £8m a year increases in his Department's budget; Tim Glover MHK with strong words for former DESC Minister Cregeen regarding Castle Rushen High School; and Claire Christian MHK explains why she voted against the Budget.
Phil Gawne in conversation with Chief Minister Alfred Cannan, talking about the final draft of his administration's 5 year strategy - 'Our Island Plan' (extended interview)
This week, we’re talking Rates, tax and budget setting. Everyone knows where to spend more money but nobody wants to pay more Rates or tax. Colin Kniveton held various roles as Chief Executive and finance officer in Government and tried to deliver the decades old political ambition of Rates reform. Phil Gawne has prised him out of retirement to tell all on Agenda. Ever wondered how all these dark and mysterious process work? You’ll wish you hadn’t asked.
This week, Phil Gawne is in conversation with Rob Mercer MLC, who explains why he believes it’s time to update the 2014 Council of Ministers Strategy for Offshore Energy Production - and Stu Peters MHK, who tells us why it’s not.
On Agenda this week we’re considering what’s gone wrong with the Department of Infrastructure. Was it set up to fail by former Chief Minister Tony Brown? Is the DoI unmanageable, unwieldy and just too big to keep under control? Former DoI Chief Executive, Ian Thompson gives us his thoughts.
Controversy and conflict undoubtedly lie ahead for Clare Barber MHK, the new Minister for Environment, Food and Agriculture. Phil Gawne talks to her out about her plans for the Department and finds out how she's settling in to her new role.
Out with the old, in with the new. Following on from last week’s programme with former Chief Ministers Allan Bell and Tony Brown, this week, Phil Gawne speaks with new MHKs Andrew Smith and John Wannenburgh, highlighting the contrast between the old and new political opinions.
Phil Gawne speaks with two former Chief Ministers - Allan Bell and Tony Brown. The three of them take a look back at their highlights for 2021 and ahead to 2022 to see what the year might bring. Have they become the Grumpy Old Men of Manx Politics?!
Phil Gawne takes a look back at the year just gone and asks what seasoned journalists Alistair Ramsey and Paul Moulton made of 2021 and will they be prepared to make predictions for the coming year?
An explosive mix on this long Agenda special. Should we extract our gas and profit from it? Phil Gawne speaks to Diccen Sargent CEO of Crogga, gas extraction expert Jon Curtis, Leader of the Green Party Andrew Newton and former MHK and Crogga investor Chris Robertshaw.
Exploring the housing crisis - is it real or perceived? Phil Gawne hosts a robust exchange between retired political warrior Peter Karran and the Manx professor of detail and complicated Chris Thomas. More than just chestnuts roasting on tonight’s show!
Phil Gawne speaks to a Minister with just over two months of experience in the House of Keys. Kate Lord-Brennan though holds a very important role in the heart of government and has several years of parliamentary experience from her days in LegCo. So what’s changed with her Ministerial role, is the brighter and more radical future promised by the new House of Keys likely to be realised or is it just a naive political fantasy?
Phil Gawne speaks with the 41 year old grandfather of the House of Keys. Juan Watterson was reappointed to the role of Speaker following the election but is that the extent of his ambition? Phil scrutinises the island’s most experienced political scrutineer and tries to get answers. Young Mr Watterson is always entertaining and his fascinating insights into Manx politics are not to be missed!
This week, a round table discussion between candidates for this Thursday's bye-election for Ramsey's North Ward
Chair of the Climate Change Transformation Board, Daphne Caine MHK and Rob Mercer MLC join Phil to discuss COP 26, the impacts of climate change and the role the Isle of Man can play.
In this week's programme, Phil talks to Arbory, Castletown and Malew MHK Jason Moorhouse and MHK for Ayre and Michael Tim Johnston.
Phil talks to new Chief Minister Alfred Cannan on his plans for taking the Island forward in what have been - and remain to be - challenging times.
The group discuss gas, business and climate change among a host of other topics
The pair discuss the election result, Peter's time in government, and his hopes for the future
In part two of this Agenda Special, Phil Gawne speaks to MHKs Daphne Caine and Chris Thomas ahead of tomorrow's big fixture - the nomination of a new Chief Minister
In part one of this Agenda Special, Phil Gawne speaks to MHKs Lawrie Hooper and Rob Callister ahead of tomorrow's big fixture - the nomination of a new Chief Minister
In part two of this hour-long special, David Ashford is in the hot seat!
New MHKs Dr Michelle Haywood (Rushen) and Stu Peters (Middle) join Phil Gawne in the studio in part 1 of this hour-long special. Phil also hears the thoughts of former MLC Juan Turner
Two of the newest voices in Manx politics talk transparency, connecting with the people, and the remarkable shift in representation of women in the new House of Keys - Joney Faragher and Sarah Maltby join Phil Gawne for part two of this post-election special
The old guard links government's communication policy with the loss of four ministerial seats during last week's election, and the qualities needed for the next Chief Minister - Phil is joined by former Chief Ministers Allan Bell and Tony Brown
This week, Phil is joined by former MHK for Castletown Richard Ronan, who discusses the scope of government, the influence the civil service has on politicians, and the great importance of casting your vote this Thursday
Lord Bishop Peter Eagles is Phil Gawne's guest this week on Agenda. They discuss the role of the church in politics, in Tynwald, and in society in general; religion has significantly influenced many aspects of life in the island in the past two millennia - but has it lost its' relevance?