In tonight's programme: The 2025 Parish Walk is upon us, we hear from the Race Director ahead of this year's event getting underway tomorrow morning The Isle of Man will play host to an international tennis tournament from Sunday for five days of competition in Douglas One of the biggest events on the Isle of Man golf's calendar is here with qualif…

Gas tariffs are set to rise from 1 July. Campaigners want parents to delay giving their children smartphones. We have the latest from the first 20mph drop-in session. And reaction as UK MPs vote in favour of assisted dying for England and Wales. All that and more on Update for Friday, 20 June with Lewis Foster.…

Meet the 20mph Minister today, decrepit camper vans, the Bee Gees' baby, 20mph implications for bus timetables, proposed camper park & gas price on the way up. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Friday 20th June 2025By Manx Radio

Tynwald was expected to cover a range of talking points, but after several motions were withdrawn, what was likely to be a two-day sitting was reduced to just one. Phil Gawne and Christian Jones take a look back at the proceedings.By Radio Manx Ltd

She's back - Siobhán Fletcher marks Pride month 2025 with a special documentary episode of Island Life. Back in 2023, we heard from the likes of Alan Shea and Hazel Hannan in our series 'A Brief History of Pride'. Now, a short verbatim documentary exploring the history of the Isle of Man leading up to the decriminalisation of homosexuality in 1992 …

Fran Tinkler tells us all about the Manx Mencap Charity, which works to improve opportunities for the Learning Disability community .They operate from Centre 21, Greenfield Rd in Douglas, you can call them on 01624 677289, email [email protected] or find out more about them and their services here.By Radio Manx Ltd

H talks to recently retired Arts Development Manager at the Arts Council Jane Corkill, hears from current Bard Jordanne Kennaugh as she heads towards the end of her tenure in the role and an early preview of this year's Yn ChrunniaghtBy Manx Radio

In last week’s sitting of the House of Keys Lawrie Hooper asked the Enterprise Minister Tim Johnston “Whether the Minimum Wage will be increased to £13.05 by 1st October 2025 to reach equivalence with the minimum salary threshold for Worker Migrant visas at that date? In an interesting exchange it emerged that government’s position appears to be th…

A translation into Manx of stories from the Brothers Grimm is interwoven with more from the 1906 poem by William Gell, Mannin Veg Veen, the dear little Isle of Man. In between is music from the six Celtic nations : Brittany, Cornwall, Ireland, the Isle of Man, Scotland and Wales.By Manx Radio

After a decade away from home, Palestinian journalist and film-maker, Yousef Alhelou travelled back to Gaza to reconnect with the people and places of his childhood. His intention was to make a documentary film, which would reveal the hidden beauties, joys, and treasures of Gaza. The footage taken during his two months trip would become some of the…

One of the Island's busiest and most popular musicians, singer songwriter and Beatles fanatic Ian Thompson, talks us through his new releases, plays live in the studio and reflects on the importance of Brian Wilson with Christy.By Manx Radio

Jumpin' In SPLASH! One cat, less chat, more music . . . Want more SPLASHES!? Let us know!By Manx Radio

Astronomer Howard Parkin explains what we can hope to see in our June skies, and after an optimistic song choice from The Beatles (Here Comes The Sun!) Howard will discuss some of the top space exploration stories in the news right now. Send your queries and questions for inclusion in future programmes to: [email protected]…

In this episode Neil Callin chats with Lisa Kreisky, Kristene Wilson and Peter Shimmin from Stage Door Entertainment IOM ahead of their production of "Calendar Girls: The Musical" which opens this Thursday the 29th May 2025.By Manx Radio

One of the Isle of Man's major mass participation events is upon us once again with the 2025 Parish Walk taking place this coming weekend on 21st and 22nd June. The annual occasion sees hundreds of people from all walks of life take on all or part of a grueling yet visually stunning 85-mile route around this Island. Along with being a special day f…

The infrastructure minister says a consultation on proposed 20mph zones in residential areas on the Isle of Man will be one 'of the biggest engagement and consultation' pieces the government has ever done. Currently, Douglas and Onchan residents are being asked for their views on the roll-out of the scheme in their areas. A drop-in session is being…

A round up of the main news - and we learn an interesting fact about Sports Editor Rob Pritchard.By Manx Radio

Our charity of the week for Learning Disability Week 2025 is Manx Mencap. The term ‘learning disability’ is quite a broad brushstroke of course, and there are services users across the Island who will all have different requirements for support. Manx Mencap’s Fran Tinkler told me about some of the challenges and success stories that they are aware …

Manx Care's £15m overspend, 14 storeys for bus station, weed trees overpowering limes, 20mph and road safety, Ramsey's dog poo warden & Dusty the cat's been found in Cornwall. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Thursday 19th June 2025By Manx Radio

Douglas Council will be introducing a maintenance programme and budget to support the management of its parks. Chair of the Regeneration and Community Committee Natalie Byron-Teare says 'historically' there hasn't been a programme, but believes if the money is being spent on new equipment it should be maintained to a high standard. The local author…

All the news of the day in under 30 minutes with Beth Espey.By Manx Radio

The DOI Minister and Onchan Commissioners, Head Teachers' 'broken relationship', tourism levy, living wage for migrants, Lord street development, cost of 20mph regime & our future electricity supply resilience. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Wednesday 18th June 2025By Manx Radio

Is enough being done to recognise the role carers play on the Isle of Man? According to a charity that supports them, the answer is no. Crossroads Isle of Man has published the findings of its latest 'State of Caring' report. It's findings reiterated a number of areas of concern, particularly around their wellbeing and the number able to claim Care…

JB looks forward to this year's Yn Chrunniaght Festival with guests Chloe Woolley and Jo CallisterBy Radio Manx Ltd

The Laurel and Hardy of rural Mann are back for another series of Countryside, as Kirree heads out to the Southern Vintage Engine and Tractor Club annual rally whilst Simon finds out about the importance of your pets' dietBy Manx Radio

Here's Tuesday main news wrapped up in a half hour bundle for you - including the very latest on the Family Library after it was debated in Tynwald.By Manx Radio

Ballooning bureaucracy, use of camera phones in clinical settings, attendance and behaviour in school, 'The Gold' TV show, Peel and Garff sewage, 20mph limit, & Wilf's lifeboat. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Tuesday 17th June 2025By Manx Radio

A round-up of the day's main news with Beth Espey.By Manx Radio

Three Isle of Man residents and a Manx-born GP have been recognised in the King's Birthday Honours this year. We're hearing from all four of them in this episode of Manx Newscast:By Radio Manx Ltd

Local author, explorer, photographer, musician and all-round IOM ambassador Andy 'Virgil' North has written and released a new publication in the popular global book series - the Wild Guide to the Isle Of Man. The book highlights the Island’s varied landscapes, hidden gems, wild swimming spots, heritage sites and more. Now available at most local b…

Shoplifting puts beef in locked boxes, DOI seeks new Deputy, health levy consultation, the Tynwald Day shift, pensioners' minimum wage & the search for Elvis the dog and Dusty the cat. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Monday 16th June 2025By Manx Radio

Ta meeryn ass daa skeeal ny Braaraghyn Grimm ayns chyndaays 'sy Ghaelg ass 'Claare ny Gael' 'syn earroo shoh. There are extracts from two stories of the Brothers Grimm in a translation into Manx from 'Claare ny Gael' in this edition.By Manx Radio

This week - we celebrate The Big Table community outreach, based in the Cathedral in Peel, winning a national award for Cathedral volunteeers; Roman Catholic Archbishop John Sherrington comes to take his seat in the Co-Cathedral of St Mary of the Isle in Douglas, and Rev'd Alex Brown looks again at the Lord's Prayer and finds a new message in its f…

The best music from the days of the wireless - Harry Roy, Charlie Chester, Benny Goodman and much more. Warm up your set now !By Radio Manx Ltd

In tonight's programme: As the 2025 Island Games edge closer, the Isle of Man women's national football return to action on home soil this weekend Having made Manx sporting history in boxing, we catch up with the Island fighter who's recently become a WBC champion We take a look into what's been happening and what's in store in the ever-busy world …

All the latest news from the Isle of Man with Beth Espey.By Manx Radio

A sponsored memorial bike ride is to get underway next week in memory of Manx police officer Sergeant Stephen Kenneth Hall, who took his own life in November last year. On Monday 16 June (Stephen's birthday!) his friends, and fellow officers, Ady Cannell and Darren Wylde will be taking on a 212km challenge dubbed 'The Long Hall' - in reference to h…

An organised search of Archallagan Plantation is to get underway on Sunday to look for a missing dog. Elvis the German Shepherd Cross slipped his harness on 28 May - but has been spotted in the plantation several times since then. Bert Bakker is co-ordinating the search. He told Siobhán Fletcher they need as many people as possible - and specifical…

Douglas Central MHK Chris Thomas takes calls and questions on the proposed 20 mph limit, Crogga gas field, the old Nurses Home development, electoral reform, government strategy, the taxi trade, his own political career & more It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Friday 13th June 2025By Manx Radio

It's the first time in 100 years that a sitting president came over to the Island to meet with volunteers. Rotary provides service and goodwill to create lasting change with three branches locally of Douglas, Onchan and Rushen & Western Mann. President Stephanie Urchick has described this visit as 'a special one'…

H explores the fascinating "Hear Us" project, its links with author Malcolm Lowry, and the sounds under the sea . .By Manx Radio

H talks to some of the main players in the fascinating "Hear Us" project . . as people from around listen under the waves . . .By Radio Manx Ltd

A round-up of today's top stories with Beth EspeyBy Manx Radio

Douglas Promenade glass panels replace storm boards, disappearing shipping companies, lack of Steam Packet sailings to Ireland, government's increased salary bill & catching and eating Spur Dog. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Thursday 12th June 2025By Manx Radio

It's the first time in 100 years that a sitting president came over to the Island to meet with volunteers. Rotary provides service and goodwill to create lasting change with three branches locally of Douglas, Onchan and Rushen & Western Mann. President Stephanie Urchick has described this visit as 'a special one'…