Episodes
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?
Phil Gawne speaks to the current longest-serving member of Tynwald, Bill Henderson
This week, Phil Gawne continues his discussion with MLC Kerry Sharpe, former MHKs Hazel Hannan and Eddie Teare, and Alistair Ramsey, a journalist and political commentator. They consider coverage of politics, why many people are switched off by politics, and much more
This week, Phil Gawne speaks to Douglas Councillor and Labour Party Member Devon Watson, who, despite being relatively new to politics has already developed a reputation for his very clear and forthright views on Manx politics. He discusses inequality in Manx society, local democracy being trampled on, and the the latest report by the Independent Panel on Climate Change
On Agenda this week, presenter Phil Gawne is joined by outgoing MHK Chris Robertshaw, who has a very clear view of what needs to change to make government more effective and responsive to the needs of the people. Enjoy this extended edition of the programme as a podcast
This week four experienced political commentators share their thoughts with us on what they think the top election issues will be, how Covid might impact on and after the election, and what the key election issues should be. I’m joined by Member of the Legislative Council Kerry Sharpe, former MHKs Hazel Hannan and Eddie Teare, and Alistair Ramsay - a journalist and political commentator.
A new series of Agenda starts with 'Ewan Gawne's Dad' who has taken on the mantle of presenter and producer. In this first episode, he speaks to outgoing President of Tynwald, Steve Roden about his political career and hopes for the future of the island's parliament
There’s going to be a changing of the guard at Douglas Council whatever the result of Thursday’s local elections. Seven experienced councillors have called time on their careers at the Corporation.
It comes after a reduction in the authority’s overall number from 18 to 12.
On this edition we speak to two of three newly elected Douglas South councillors who returned unopposed - Frank Scheungel and Claire wells.
This edition of Agenda is brought to us by Tessa Hawley who will be reflecting on policing during the pandemic and just why the island has recorded an 18% spike in crime
The visitors come marching 2+2 with a new double jab border regime in force, but how’s it all going to work? On the show we run through the new borders and speak to police about their concurrent operation to stop drug debt collection. And the chief minster hits out at sensational reporting, but should he have lodged an official complaint?
On this episode we take a deep dive into how the first ‘closed area’ of sea bed on the Island, and possibly Europe was set up. We speak to the man who was instrumental in setting up the Port Erin closed Area in 1989, including gradually winning over the Island’s fishermen. We also hear from one of the divers who surveyed the bottom of the bay.
The first of Manx Radio's General Election Focus Group discussions.
We consider the impact of Covid-19 on workers’ rights, changing perceptions of unions and what challenges there are facing employees across the Isle of Man.
We also touch on the subjects of zero-hour contracts, government relations and looking after the social welfare of members.
The man who was governor at Strangeways during the longest prison riot in British history has written an account of his career.
Brendan O'Friel has published 'Prison Governor's Journal' exclusively on the Isle of Man.
It charts his thirty-year career working in the Prison Service of England and Wales, and considers the impact of cell overcrowding, and offender rehabilitation.
Chief Minister Howard Quayle has announced he won't be seeking re-election this September after ten years in politics, representing his consituency of Middle. In this special edition, Alex Wotton speaks to Mr Quayle in an extended interview about his time as both MHK and chief minister.
With the third sector facing challenges like new regulations, bank charges and the impact of Covid, this week on Agenda we find out where the Council of Voluntary Organisations see the future for charities on the Island. As well as that, we find out what links are being made with Manx Care, and about a conference on the third sector due late this year.
Three new heritage sites look set to join the Island's registered buildings list, but is government doing enough to keep it updated? Campaigners say no, but DEFA says its improving. And in the second half of the show, the Manx Labour Party leader explains why she’s hoping more progressive politicians are elected this year.
Leaders of the Green Party and Liberal Vannin react to the latest budget, along with Speaker of the House of Keys Juan Watterson MHK.
There's been a rise in suicide verdicts delivered at inquests. A former politician who led a committee investigation into the issue wants to see government take action to address the troubling increase.
Meanwhile, there’s been a decade-long decline in the Island’s birth rate according to a local statistician. Paul Craine, the author of the Isle of Man ‘Population Atlas’ has been crunching the numbers to reveal the trend.