News, Current Affairs & Sport Podcasts

News, Current Affairs & Sport Podcasts:

MANX RADIO UPDATE:

• Update Friday 9 January 2026

  A round-up of the news we've been talking about today, including a look at more of the issues you've told us will be most important come General Election time; today we talk health care and government headcount.The Island's only private school will be offering A-Levels from September, there's good news about a woodland park near Ramsey and speaking of parks - how about running in one?

MANX NEWSCAST: 

• KWC to offer A Level option for sixth form students

  The Island's only independent school has announced it will begin offering A-Levels from September.King William's College will offer the courses in a 'blended' approach, alongside the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.In a partnership with King's InterHigh online school, all the lessons will be taught virtually from a newly created hub on the campus.Principal Damian Henderson has telling Amy Griffiths more:

AGENDA: 

• Agenda 5.1.26 - a look forward to the year ahead with one or two bold predictions

  As 2026 splutters into action this evening’s Agenda takes a look at the year ahead and offers a few predictions and insights into the year that lies before us. This year will see 24 members elected to the House of Keys for a new 5 year term so will any of the current members who stand again fall victim to public dissatisfaction. Also, with the Treasury Minister being stretched in all directions will he be able to deliver a popular budget to help sitting Keys members retain their seats? Will our political crystal balls prove to be accurate? Hmmm - Probably not!

MANX RADIO MANNIN LINE:

• It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Friday 9th January 2026

  Health & Social Care priorities, Tramway Terrace latest, fat jab consequences, private rental landlords' future role, going private for 'urgent' treatment & Manx football's two big problems. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Friday 9th January 2026

PERSPECTIVE:

• Perspective 4.1.26 - a history of mental health care in the Isle of Man

  On Perspective this week we hear from local historian John Manley about his research into the history of Ballamona Hospital. Prior to Ballamona life in the Isle of Man for people with mental illness was pretty bleak so the opening of a dedicated hospital to provide care was a major step forward. The hospital closed in the 1990s as it was deemed to be better to support people in the community.

MANX RADIO SPORT:

• Friday Sport Preview (9-1-26)

  In tonight's programme:After cup action kicked off proceedings in 2026 last weekend, league action returns in earnest in Manx footballWe hear from Isle of Man pro golfer, Ana Dawson on securing her first full card on the Ladies European Tour for the latest campaignA busy rugby schedule is on the cards, including Douglas looking to bounce back in Regional 2 North West after a tough DecemberAnd this weekend sees the 2026 Isle of Man hockey season get underway
  This week featuring Tony Mepham, Ana Dawson, Dave Christian and Ben Cunningham

 

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