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Update Thursday 8 January 2026

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29 minutes | Thursday, 8 January 2026
The latest news of the day including why a Garff Commissioner has resigned, what is the future of Onchan Park and as we continue exploring the issues you feel will be most pressing ahead of the House of Keys General Election, today we talk immigration
29 minutes | Wednesday, 7 January 2026
A look back at some of the day's main news with Beth including details of home schooling figures, the opening of a café to tackle loneliness and a big blues band is coming to Peel Cathedral.
28 minutes | Tuesday, 6 January 2026
A round-up of the day's main news with Beth - including a call for Government to stop relying in reserves, a warning about a visitor with a sting and the incredible fundraiser who did 30 marathons and three ultra-marathons on consecutive days.
28 minutes | Monday, 5 January 2026
The first Update of the year was largely about the weather - as snow and ice caused widespread disruption with Island schools and the airport closed all day.We have an extended interview with Infrastructure Minister Dr Michelle Haywood and Interim Airport Director Geoff Pugh.We also hear from the young Manx fundraiser who didn't let the conditions deter him from his ultra-marathon challenge today.
29 minutes | Thursday, 18 December 2025
The day's main news in under half an hour, with Beth Espey.
28 minutes | Wednesday, 17 December 2025
The day's main news and a rather out of breath Rob Pritchard....
28 minutes | Tuesday, 16 December 2025
A round up of the main news with Beth Espey.
29 minutes | Monday, 15 December 2025
All the day's news in under half an hour with Beth Espey.
28 minutes | Thursday, 11 December 2025
The day's main news with Beth Espey including an update on a timeline replacement Castle Rushen High School, fluoride and a mammoth marathon effort.
30 minutes | Wednesday, 10 December 2025
Climate Change has dominated proceedings in Tynwald today - we'll wrap up exactly what has been saidThe Department of Home Affairs has responded to online calls for the resignations of its Minister and Prison GovernorAnd are we happy? The latest Social Attitudes Survey results have been published by the Isle of Man Government
30 minutes | Tuesday, 9 December 2025
The latest information on Storm BramA temporary closure for the minor injuries unit at Ramsey & District Cottage Hospital
30 minutes | Monday, 8 December 2025
The Treasury Minister responds to Chamber of Commerce claims about the forthcoming minimum wage...A number of motorists are feeling deflated after their cars suffered punctures on a stretch of road in Douglas...Plus small parcels still can't be sent to the US despite the same restriction being lifted in the UK and Guernsey
28 minutes | Friday, 5 December 2025
All the latest news about potential bus strikes, social housing sales and some good news from Ramsey.
28 minutes | Thursday, 4 December 2025
All the day's main news in under half an hour with Beth Espey.
27 minutes | Wednesday, 3 December 2025
The day's main news including what's happening at Ramsey Cottage Hospital with Beth Espey.
28 minutes | Tuesday, 2 December 2025
All the latest news of the day in under half an hour with Beth Espey.
30 minutes | Monday, 1 December 2025
A Douglas man is jailed after what Police call their most complex child abuse image investigationTreasury Minister Alex Allinson outlines why its better to scrap the MiCard systemPlus, FC Isle of Man manager Rick Holden insists his side must win this coming weekend following a poor run
28 minutes | Friday, 28 November 2025
A high-ranking government official has flagged a year of disruption and cock-ups for the Island’s digital and eGaming sector, in a move that breaks convention.Three men have been jailed for plotting to import major sums of cocaine hidden in a mini-fridge.A final decision has been made about the pedestrianisation of Market Square in Castletown.
27 minutes | Thursday, 27 November 2025
A round-up of the day's main news in under 30 minutes with Beth Espey.
28 minutes | Wednesday, 26 November 2025
The day's main news including implications for the Isle of Man after the UK budget.
28 minutes | Tuesday, 25 November 2025
The day's main news round-up with Beth Espey.
31 minutes | Monday, 24 November 2025
All the main news of the day with Beth Espey.
29 minutes | Friday, 21 November 2025
A run down of the day's main news with Beth Espey
28 minutes | Thursday, 20 November 2025
We have the latest on the MiCard situation as users without bank accounts are told they will get new cards in the new year.Reaction to the UK Covid Inquiry.Will the target for the new Castle Rushen High School be hit?And we hear what was on the mind of the regulars at the Woodbourne Pub this lunchtime.It's Update on Manx Radio with Lewis Foster for Thursday, 20 November.
27 minutes | Wednesday, 19 November 2025
All the day's main news in under half an hour with Beth Espey.
28 minutes | Tuesday, 18 November 2025
All the latest from Tynwald in tonight's episode including what's happened to the North and West Area plan.More debate about MiCards, we hear about the Sports Awards nominations opening and we meet a dog who likes to visit cathedrals.
30 minutes | Monday, 17 November 2025
On tonight's programme with Beth - we speak to the Isle of Man Medical Society about a report examining the relationship between Manx Care and the Department of Health and Social Care.One MLC says it’s time for a wider conversation about how constitutional changes are made.The Isle of Man Foodbank reports a surge in requests for help - but says donations aren’t keeping pace.And there’s a call for Christmas present donations as more families find themselves struggling financially.
28 minutes | Friday, 14 November 2025
In this episode, we bring you more reaction from the farming community after news this week that a local veterinary practice will soon withdraw its farm services.As the world marks World Diabetes Day, we talk to parents about the everyday reality of raising a child with diabetes the challenges, the routines, and the support they rely on.We also look into something you might not have thought about: how much it actually costs the Department of Infrastructure to produce car tax discs each month.
28 minutes | Thursday, 13 November 2025
A round-up of the day's main news with Beth Espey.
28 minutes | Wednesday, 12 November 2025
On the programme tonight, concerns from the farming community as Milan Vets prepares to end their farm services at the end of the month.Specialist lawyers have now been called in to examine the Liverpool Ferry Terminal troubles - we have the latest on what they’re looking into.A former Health Minister says the problems raised in the new Manx Care report are nothing new and have been talked about for years.And - keep your eyes on the sky tonight - Island residents could be treated to a glimpse of the aurora! There were some great photographs from last night – you can find them on our Facebo...
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