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Manx Radio - Update
The daily podcast of Manx Radio's Update Programme. The definitive roundup of Isle of Man and International news of the day from the Island's No.1 news source.
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Update Friday 11 October 2024
Friday, 11 October 2024
On this evening's programme, we speak to the infrastructure minister about the ongoing disruption to bus services around the Island. We have more reaction from Manx Care on those further savings, and we hear about a once in a lifetime chance for you to see a ‘prominent comet’ in the skies this weekend.
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Update Wednesday 9 October 2024
Wednesday, 9 October 2024
Lots on tonight's programme including the breaking news about Steam Packet fares as part of efforts to make ferry travel more affordable and we hear from an Island resident preparing to face Hurricane Milton in Florida.
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Update Tuesday 8 October 2024
Tuesday, 8 October 2024
Four government departments are predicted to have overspent their budget• Could there be good news on the way for the Island's agricultural community from the steam packet company• And Where's Wallaby? It seems the Isle of Man is not the only place where the marsupials are breeding in the wild .
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Update Monday 7 October 2024
Monday, 7 October 2024
In today's news round-up we hear from the Health Minister on about Manx Care's current position, we find out the RNLI response following concerns raised on Mannin Line about the Douglas station and calls for people to support an Island charity that's been going for nearly a century.
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Update Friday 4 October 2024
Friday, 4 October 2024
Here's your news roundup - the latest on Manx Care's decision to cut the number of operations carried out every week, an investigation into why some people are paying commercial gas rates when they live in sheltered housing and a statement from FC IOM about their finances.
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Update Thursday 3 October 2024
Thursday, 3 October 2024
More reaction to Manx Care's decision to cut the number of operations a week to save money, how many "affordable" houses are there over here and will the Sports Editor do a pirate impersonation?
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Update Wednesday 2 October 2024
Wednesday, 2 October 2024
In today's news round-up we hear about Manx Care's bid to cut costs by reducing the number of operations carried out every week, could there be cruise ships docking around the Island and why Andreas Commissioners believe smaller local authorities should be helping each other out.
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Update Tuesday 1 October
Tuesday, 1 October 2024
If you're short on time - here's your daily news round-up which today includes the latest about the man kept in custody because he was homeless, what's happening with the Cregneash bus route and some good news for would-be butchers
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Update Monday 30 September
Monday, 30 September 2024
Lots in today's programme, including whether Manx Care's board should have a political member, Manx Radio reports a loss in its annual report, an inspiring journey with a Travelling Marshall and we talk treasure...
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Update - Friday 27 September
Friday, 27 September 2024
Lots on the final Update of the week with Beth Espey including more bus news, the Chief Minister saying a decision about Crogga's licence will be made soon and some advice if you're selling or buying a property to try and make the whole the process run a little more smoothly.
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Update - Thursday 26 September
Thursday, 26 September 2024
We have an interview with the Head of Operations at Bus Vannin in this programme, addressing the recent disruption to services. We also hear why TT star Lee Johnston is considering his immediate future and we catch up with a fundraiser who really did brave the elements today!
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Update - Wednesday 25 September
Wednesday, 25 September 2024
On today’s programme, we dive into the ongoing threat of bus service disruptions—how are they affecting you? Plus, with "zombie knives" now banned in the UK, what’s the situation here on the Isle of Man? And, we celebrate the remarkable generosity of one local resident whose donation has given a major financial boost to a Manx charity.
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Update - Tuesday 24 September
Tuesday, 24 September 2024
On today's programme more concerns about where vulnerable go when they leave prison, progress for wastewater treatment in Garff, we look back at the first 'Meet the Producers' event organised by Government and look ahead to Manx LitFest.
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Update - Monday 23 September
Monday, 23 September 2024
On Update tonight, less than four percent of flight delays at Ronaldsway Airport between January and July were due to Air Traffic Control breaks, another call for the Cregneash bus route to be reinstated and Efforts to save £10 million across government are not about reducing the number of civil servants.
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Update - Friday 20 September 2024
Friday, 20 September 2024
Fears the charity funded quiet room at Liverpool John Lennon Airport would close were dismissed during the programme, when the DOI Minister provided us with an assurance it will remain open.
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Update - Thursday 19 September 2024
Thursday, 19 September 2024
Meat plant changes, a call for DOI to pay towards the Northern Civic Amenity Site, could the IOM to Belfast route be saved and how are the hedges in your area?
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What happened in the Government Conference today? The highlights of the Chief Constable's annual report and the man who's overseen the Tesco rebrand bids the Isle of Man farewell.
Wednesday, 18 September 2024
What happened in the Government Conference today? The highlights of the Chief Constable's annual report and the man who's overseen the Tesco rebrand bids the Isle of Man farewell.
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A packed programme with details about the first day of the Government Conference, concerns raised about a lack of suitable accommodation for those leaving prison and why Public Health Isle of Man is raising the profile of measles.
Tuesday, 17 September 2024
A packed programme with details about the first day of the Government Conference, concerns raised about a lack of suitable accommodation for those leaving prison and why Public Health Isle of Man is raising the profile of measles.
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Today - possible cuts to front-line Manx Care services, the approval of two significant planning applications, the possibility of spotting the Northern Lights again and a dinosaur with tiny arms makes a huge impact for a Manx charity.
Monday, 16 September 2024
Today - possible cuts to front-line Manx Care services, the approval of two significant planning applications, the possibility of spotting the Northern Lights again and a dinosaur with tiny arms makes a huge impact for a Manx charity.
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On the final Update of the week we hear about the Chief Minister's concerns over Manx Care's spending, what might replace the Food and Drink Festival this time next year and why we should be worried about seagull numbers on the Isle of Man.
Friday, 13 September 2024
On the final Update of the week we hear about the Chief Minister's concerns over Manx Care's spending, what might replace the Food and Drink Festival this time next year and why we should be worried about seagull numbers on the Isle of Man.
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Today's Update includes details about why there could be more bus issues over the next few days, what do we know about Manx Care's overspend and a Canadian woman traces her Manx roots.
Thursday, 12 September 2024
Today's Update includes details about why there could be more bus issues over the next few days, what do we know about Manx Care's overspend and a Canadian woman traces her Manx roots.
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An MHK is calling for more transparency when Island bus services are cancelled The Steam Packet's explaining why it cancelled some recent Manxman sailings. And a two-day conference has begun on raising awareness on domestic violence
Wednesday, 11 September 2024
An MHK is calling for more transparency when Island bus services are cancelledThe Steam Packet's explaining why it cancelled some recent Manxman sailings.And a two-day conference has begun on raising awareness on domestic violence
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The issue of suicide in the Isle of Man is still a huge topic according to a charity A local authority's insisting anti-social behaviour amongst its town's youths is not as big a problem as some think And FC Isle of Man are in action this evening
Tuesday, 10 September 2024
It's World Suicide Prevention Day - however the issue of suicide in the Isle of Man is still a huge topic according to a charity A local authority's insisting anti-social behaviour amongst its town's youths is not as big a problem as some thinkAnd FC Isle of Man are in action this evening and looking to put last weekend's last gasp disappointment behind them
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A teenager's appeared in court accused of stabbing a woman in Peel Meanwhile, two people have been arrested after suspicious items found at a property in Port Erin And the Island's electric vehicle charging network is being upgraded
Monday, 9 September 2024
A teenager's appeared in court accused of stabbing a woman in PeelMeanwhile, two people have been arrested after what's been described by police as suspicious items at a property in Port ErinAnd the Island's electric vehicle charging network is being upgraded
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Investigations will take place in Onchan over the winter to tackle sewer capacity issues There's an assurance for expectant mothers from Manx Care Plus 700 football fans are expected this weekend
Friday, 6 September 2024
Investigations will take place in Onchan over the winter to tackle capacity issues affecting sewers in the village during heavy rainfallThere's an assurance from Manx Care after they announced they're replacing face-to-face educational sessionsPlus seven hundred football fans are expected to descend upon the Island this weekend
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an MHK has taken drastic action in a bid to resolve the number of potholes that need fixing - There's a new location for Covid-19 autumn boosters - And there's good news for campers at the Glen Wyllin site
Thursday, 5 September 2024
an MHK has taken drastic action in a bid to resolve the number of potholes that need fixing on the roads in the constituency they represent- There's a new location for Covid-19 autumn boosters as Manx Care abandons the vaccine hub at Chester Street in Douglas- And there's good news for campers at the Glen Wyllin site in Kirk Michael
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No phones in schools, Douglas sea wall progress report, proposals to introduce paid parking at The Bowl, and how did you pay your vehicle duty? It's Update for Wednesday 4 September with Lewis Foster
Wednesday, 4 September 2024
Your half-hour roundup of news, sport, weather and business from the Isle of Man.
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Could changes to planning laws put tramways at risk? An update on the restoration of Queen's Pier. What’s happening to Parent Craft? And more on the future of the Ramsey Bakery site. It's Update for Tuesday 3 September with Lewis Foster
Tuesday, 3 September 2024
A half-hour round up of Manx news and current affairs. Plus business, sport, weather, and travel.
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Plans for 92 homes in Peel deferred, government working to tackle disinformation, the latest from the Steam Packet on Heysham Port, and were The Raven's denied three points? It's Update for Monday 2 September with Lewis Foster
Monday, 2 September 2024
A look at the latest news from the Isle of Man today, plus sport, business, travel and weather.
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The final Update of the week has good news from Onchan as we were live from the opening of a new function space. Also more questions about why the Sea Terminal wasn't kept open for stranded passengers and how much does Government House cost to run?
Friday, 30 August 2024
The final Update of the week has good news from Onchan - we were live from the opening of a new function space. Also on the programme, more questions about why the Sea Terminal wasn't kept open for stranded passengers and how much does Government House cost to run?
