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Manx Newscast
News interviews in FULL! Highlighting some of the most interesting, intriguing and engaging recent Isle of Man stories from Manx Radio News.
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Enterprise Minister calls for businesses to find Island's next niche sector
Thursday, 5 November 2026
The enterprise minister says it's up to businesses to find the next niche sector to grow the Manx economy.Robert Cowell has called for innovation to help strengthen the Island's economic position.The economy was one of the big election issues ahead of September's vote.Mr Cowell has been speaking to Manx Radio's Chris Pearson and Sian Cowper:
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Peel Commissioners hope contested by-election will give residents 'choice'
Tuesday, 3 November 2026
The vice-chair of Peel Commissioners says a contested election for the board's vacant seat means residents can have a 'choice' over who represents them. The local authority has one empty place available after Katryna Baptist was voted into the House of Keys in September.Residents wanting to stand for Peel Commissioners must have their papers submitted by 1pm tomorrow (4 November).If more than one person steps forward then polling will take place on 3 December. Vice-Chair Sharon Lambert hopes that potential candidates understand the time commitments involved in the role. Local Democracy Repo...
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Manx Padel hopes to support and create new community on the Island
Tuesday, 3 November 2026
A new sports club says it wants to support and create a new community in Noble's Park and across the wider Island.Manx Padel has spent two years developing six courts on the former netball and tennis courts.The facility launched officially on Saturday (31 October). The club has one fully accessible padel court, but the other five also have ramp access to the entrances.It also has floodlights attached to each court and there are rackets available to hire from the park's cafe. The club says Douglas Council, which manages the park, has supported the idea from the beginning and has been 'really...
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Improvements to Peel Headlands football pitch could reduce anti-social behaviour
Tuesday, 3 November 2026
It's hoped a new project to level out the football pitch on Peel's Headlands will help reduce anti-social behaviour in the town.It's being undertaken by Peel Commissioners to ensure the space is better used and to give young people a place to go. The local authority says the space isn't widely used at the moment.Soil will be moved from an area higher up to fill in the areas of the football pitch which sit lower down. It will also help fill in any 'undulations and lumps and bumps' which cover the playing field.Commissioner Stuart Hardingham explains the board chose to start the project in wi...
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The one with the Housing & Communities Minister
Monday, 2 November 2026
The Island's first Housing and Communities Minister Rob Callister MHK sits down to discuss his new role and ambitions with Sam Turton.
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Hotel boss discusses challenges facing sector
Monday, 2 November 2026
The drop off of visitor numbers in quieter months is what 'does the damage' to the Island's accommodation sector, according to the chief executive of a local hotel group.Brett Martin of Palace Group Holdings says Manx hotels are at a disadvantage compared to their UK counterparts due to the lack of domestic tourism.He's been speaking to Manx Radio following comments from political member for the Department for Enterprise Vicki Hewison about the need to ensure hotel room numbers don't drop:
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"It's crazy": Countdown champion hopes victory will inspire others with dyslexia
Monday, 2 November 2026
Lewis Foster speaks to Countdown champion and Isle of Man resident Hazel Drury.
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"It's just instinct": RNLI crew members honoured for crucial rescue operations
Monday, 2 November 2026
Lewis Foster speaks to Peel RNLI crew members Mike Faragher, Juan Owens and Neil Moore.
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Restart the count
Saturday, 31 October 2026
As a court orders for Onchan's ballots to be recounted after this summer's General Election, Sam Turton sat down with Manx Radio's political correspondent to discuss the possible ramifications and whether changes are needed to how we conduct elections.
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Youth programmes clear focus for St John Ambulance's new Dame Commander
Friday, 30 October 2026
St John Ambulance's Isle of Man branch is to have a new Dame Commander invested at a special service this weekend (Saturday 31 October).Samantha Crookall's promotion to the rank has been sanctioned by the Sovereign Head of the Order, His Majesty, King Charles.In this edition to Newscast, Lewis Foster speaks to Samantha and John Gill, retiring Knight Commander.
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Marking 50 years of the Isle of Man Victorian Society
Friday, 30 October 2026
Lewis Foster speaks to Isle of Man Victorian Society Founder Peter Kelly ahead of his talk 'Evolution' on Saturday 30 October - all about the organisation's rich 50-year history.
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Julie Edge speaks on election petition
Friday, 30 October 2026
Julie Edge speaks to Manx Radio about her petition to the high court which will see a full recount carried out of Onchan's votes in the general election.
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Postponed fireworks display not down to 'bad organisation'
Thursday, 29 October 2026
Douglas Council says changing the date of its fireworks display was not down to 'bad organisation' on its part.It will now take place in Douglas Bay at 7pm on the 26 November instead of on Bonfire Night (5 November).The local authority says it's due to issues 'affecting the transportation' of the fireworks to the Island.Manx Radio understands Mezeron ships the fireworks. The company has been contacted for comment but it has declined to respond to a media request. Chair of the Regeneration and Community Committee Natalie Byron-Teare says a number of other dates were considered rather than ca...
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Treasury 'always looking' at whether additional support packages are needed
Thursday, 29 October 2026
The treasury minister says whether additional support packages are needed over the winter months on the Isle of Man will be kept under review.Michael Crowe has been reacting to the UK's Budget, which was announced yesterday.Measures such as a VAT cut to electricity bills and fuel duty apply to the Island automatically, but many other announcements don't.He also discussed his first couple of weeks in Treasury, and what his priorities are after taking up the role earlier this month in a live interview on Manx Radio Breakfast with Andy Wint and Sian Cowper:
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Beach hut owner: I will be back
Wednesday, 28 October 2026
After storms saw one of Port Erin's beach huts taking a swim in the bay, owner Kathryn Hodgson spoke to Sam Turton about the impact the storms had on her business, the way people and businesses rallied to help and her plans for the future.
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Street cleaning, waste collections and budgets facing new Garff commissioner
Wednesday, 28 October 2026
Street cleaning, waste collections and budgets are just some of the issues prospective Garff commissioners will have to manage.The local authority is having a by-election to fill in the empty seat on its Laxey Ward which is vacant following Richard Henthorn's election to the House of Keys. Nomination papers must be returned by 4 November - if more than one person stands polling will take place on 3 December.Administration Officer Kezia Sproule-Craine says becoming a commissioner gives people the chance to do something positive for the community. Local Democracy Reporter Emma Draper has been...
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Victim Support: 'Our help for murdered teen's family will continue'
Wednesday, 28 October 2026
Victim Support says it will continue to provide help and guidance to the family of a murdered teenager. The charity has been working closely with the loved ones of 14-year-old Christopher McBurnie. The Castletown boy died in Ramsey on 29 May last year after being stabbed.On 23 October a 16-year-old boy was found guilty of his murder following a four-week trial at Douglas Courthouse. Lorna Trevethan is the chief executive of the charity which has been supporting the family since June 2025; she's been speaking to News Editor Tessa Hawley:
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Douglas Council wants residents from all backgrounds to stand in by-election
Tuesday, 27 October 2026
Douglas Council says it wants to encourage residents from all backgrounds to stand in the upcoming by-election. It has one available seat in its South Ward following the departure of Karel Ver Elst and nominations open on Wednesday 28 October. Forms are available at the city hall or on the council's website and must be returned by 1pm on 4 November.Leader Devon Watson says there are a number of roles available to the successful candidate covering housing, the environment and regeneration. Local Democracy Reporter Emma Draper has been speaking to him.
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Douglas Council says 'anti-fragile' systems in place to deal with severe storms
Monday, 26 October 2026
Douglas Council says it has introduced 'anti-fragile' systems to help it manage consequences of severe storms. The local authority is urging residents to 'take precautions' to protect their property including securing loose outdoor items including bins and trampolines. An amber weather warning has been issued by Ronaldsway Met Office due to Storm Boe which could see gusts of up to 70mph.Leader Devon Watson says the council has a 'healthy' amount in its reserves to support the council's operations after storms. Our Local Democracy Reporter Emma Draper has been speaking to him.
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Campaigner against Assisted Dying responds to it getting Royal Assent
Friday, 23 October 2026
A campaigner who threatened to take legal action against the Isle of Man Government should the Assisted Dying Bill get Royal Assent says he's 'considering his options'.Graham McAll is from Manx Duty of Care, a campaign group which is against Assisted Dying.He's been speaking to Amy Griffiths:
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Ramsey Commissioners says prospective candidates must 'care' about the town
Thursday, 22 October 2026
Ramsey Commissioners says prospective by-election candidates must 'care' about the town and improving it for the better. The local authority has three vacant seats - one after Juan McGuinness was voted into the House of Keys and two due to resignations earlier this year. It's also planning to hold a drop-in session for residents interested in joining the board.Chair Sandra Cottam-Shea says potential new members can expect to be managing street lights, residents queries, social housing and the town's parks. Local Democracy Reporter Emma Draper has been speaking to her.
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Douglas Council and Dublin City Council sign friendship agreement
Thursday, 22 October 2026
Douglas Council and Dublin Council have signed a 'friendship agreement' with the hopes of promoting a 'closer co-operation' between the two cities. The Lord Mayor of Dublin Darryl Barron and Mayor of Douglas Steven Crellin signed the agreement at a ceremony this afternoon (20 October). The local authority believes it will help strengthen links for young people, businesses and community organisations on both Islands.Councillor Crellin says it will promote stronger links between both capitals across areas including culture, language and transport.It's also hoped that the councils can share UN...
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'Many opportunities' available to new local authority members
Thursday, 22 October 2026
Arbory and Rushen Commissioners say there are 'so many opportunities' available to people who stand to join the board in an upcoming by-election.There's one seat available after Kirrie Jenkins was voted into the House of Keys in September's General Election. The local authority is inviting prospective candidates to a public meeting, at 7pm tonight (21 October) at Halley McLiag in Ballabeg, to learn more about what it does.Commissioner Jane Glover says 'people skills', and the ability to work with numbers, are important qualities.Local Democracy Reporter Emma Draper has been speaking to her.
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Manx businesses urged to check whether websites use PHP
Thursday, 22 October 2026
The head of an Isle of Man company that provides cyber security services is urging Manx businesses to check whether their website uses the programming language PHP.It comes after a flaw was discovered in the language, which is estimated to be used by 60 to 70 percent of websites.Chief Executive of the Manx Technology Group Joe Hughes says those who aren't sure whether they're affected or not should contact their hosting company, web developer and IT provider.He tells Sian Cowper more about the issue, and what those who have websites need to do:
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"Why should any parent delay giving their child a smartphone?"
Thursday, 22 October 2026
A parent group on the Isle of Man calling for others to delay giving their children smartphones says its numbers are growing rapidly.What started out as a Facebook group known as 'Delay Smartphones - IOM' has now joined forces with a UK movement known as Smartphone Free Childhood.It asks parents to sign a pact; to not give their child a smartphone until the age of 14, and social media until they're 16.In this edition of the Manx Radio Newscast, Lewis Foster speaks to John Bolton of Smartphone Free Childhood Isle of Man.
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Assisted Dying: 'If anyone had seen what my husband went through, they'd understand'
Wednesday, 21 October 2026
Lewis Foster speaks to assisted dying campaigner Sue Biggerstaff following confirmation that the Isle of Man's assisted dying act has received royal assent.
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Assisted dying mover 'relieved' by royal assent
Tuesday, 20 October 2026
The mover of the Island's assisted dying act admits it's a relief to know the legislation has been granted royal assent.Former Ramsey MHK Alex Allinson has welcomed today's announcement in Tynwald, confirming the proposals have now become law.Dr Allinson had to make a number of changes after the UK's Ministry of Justice originally said it couldn't recommend the bill for royal assent.He's been speaking to Sian Cowper:
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Castletown Commissioners says 'good links' with new ministers important
Monday, 19 October 2026
The Chair of Castletown Commissioners says having 'good links' with the new Council of Ministers is important to support the town's future. Tony Brown, a former chief minister, believes the new government shouldn't be spending 'too much' money and time on a new rates system and should instead find other ways to help. Ard-Shirveishagh Chris Thomas appointed his new ministers with Infrastructure, which has responsibility for local authorities, going to Jason Moorhouse MHK.Mr Brown says there needs to be a 'better understanding' within government about how local authorities work. Local Democra...
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Phil Gawne responds to CoMin appointments
Saturday, 17 October 2026
Manx Radio's political correspondent Phil Gawne reacts to the appointment of Chris Thomas' first Council of Ministers.
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Ard-Shirveishagh Chris Thomas
Friday, 16 October 2026
Ard-Shirveishagh (Chief Minister) Chris Thomas joins Lewis Foster and Sam Turton live on the Home Run to discuss the formation of his first Council of Ministers.
