As the Island marks VE Day 80 years on - we hear from those who have memories of the day itself. Also, tonight we hear a tribute to the Manx veteran Chris Garret who died after an incident in Ukraine this week And with just 18 days until TT gets underway, police are warning residents and visitors not to drink or drug drive.…

Congratulations Councillor Devon Watson, the truth about Manx water meters, Adam's big vision for Douglas, Ørsted's plans for offshore wind here & the future for nationalist politics. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Thursday 8th May 2025By Manx Radio

It's your daily news round up with Beth Espey.By Manx Radio

Energy efficiency grants for your home with DEFA Minister Clare Barber MHK, Treasury Minister Alex Allinson MHK and Energy Efficiency team member Angie Lund. What help do you need and what can you get? It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Wednesday 7th May 2025By Manx Radio

All the news from today in under 30 minutes with Beth EspeyBy Manx Radio

Sprucing up Douglas, road safety education, the price of sustainable energy, GP availability and remote consultations, paddleboard with care & the Victor Spinetti question. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Tuesday 6th May 2025By Manx Radio

In Tynwald last week Arbory, Castletown and Malew MHK Jason Moorhouse had two motions on the Order Paper. The first related to DoI’s refusal to allow the outgoing airport director to attend a hearing of the Economic Review Committee and the second related to a report by the Select Committee on the Regulation of the Steam Packet Company. The Steam P…

On Thursday 8th May the Isle of Man will remember the sacrifices made during the second world war with a commemorative concert for the 80th Anniversary of VE Day. 80 years after the day the allied forces celebrated victory in Europe a concert reflective of the music of the time will be held at the Villa Marina in Douglas followed by a drumhead serv…

We have reaction from the head of the Manx Development Corporation as the ribbon is cut on the former nurses’ home in Douglas. Manx Care is hoping to reinstate face-to-face sessions with new parents from the autumn. Plus, more details from the infrastructure minister on changes at the airport. All of that and much more on Manx Radio Update for Frid…

Former Chief Minister now recently elected Castletown Commissioner Tony Brown OBE takes calls and questions on the Square, retail sector's future, heritage closures, the Peggy, the threat to local authorities and more. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Friday 2nd MayBy Manx Radio

After being illegally imported to the Isle of Man last year, an American XL Bully-type dog has been put to sleep. There are big changes over at the airport! And we hear why a bus stop is causing difficulties for a resident in Jurby. All of that and much more on Manx Radio's Update for 1 May 2025 with Lewis Foster.…

Mobility scooter bus trial latest, how and when to use Manx Care services, Pulrose cooling tower, maintenance of service lanes, our alcoholic bank notes & Higgledy Piggledy Port Jack bus shelter. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Thursday 1st May 2025By Manx Radio

The Island’s power network is resilient, says Manx Utilities as major outages in Spain and Portugal are linked to a European grid fault. A campaign group is calling for wind farm plans to be halted, warning the project could harm a key bird conservation area. And what does the future hold for Manx Loaghtan sheep? All of that and much more on Manx R…

Our resilient electricity network, Liverpool Memorandum of Understanding, GP appointments and empty surgeries, letters taking longer to arrive & losing our Manxness. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Wednesday 30th April 2025By Manx Radio

‘External validators’ have critiqued the Island’s school system… we hear more about the first of three annual reviews. The chief minister insists there are no plans to merge any of the Island's public services with Liverpool. All that and more on Update with Lewis Foster for Tuesday, 29 April.By Manx Radio

Booking a GP appointment, incorrect ANPR letter, resilience of our electrical supply, 'Save The No. 28 Bus', facial recognition software at our ports, jury service age increased & the tale of the Threshold bus shelter. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Tuesday 29th April 2025By Manx Radio

A veteran political commentator says the Isle of Man government is becoming too powerful - and lacks a clear mandate from the public. The Manx Loaghtan’s been added to a priority watchlist, with a charity calling for greater support for farmers who breed the native livestock. The Isle of Man men’s national football team have secured their first win…

Why former government ministers revert to become local politicians, the dangers of derelict and abandoned buildings, possible power imbalance in IOM government & Manx Development Corporation's future plans. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Monday 28th April 2025By Manx Radio

April’s Tynwald sitting spilled into a rare third day, largely due to a mammoth debate on Manx Care’s Mandate and Operating Plan. In this episode, Christian Jones reflects on some of the key talking points, offering context and insight along the way. We also take a closer look at concerns over a potential constitutional flaw: is the government too …

We continue to digest the results of the Local Authority Elections, after multiple political veterans made a comeback. The chief minister is facing calls to withdraw remarks, after a Standards Committee investigation found he made ‘unacceptable’ comments in Tynwald. The Isle of Man men’s national football team returns to action ahead of this summer…

Election repercussions, shortage of GP appointments, safety in local rugby, extending the horse trams, the OPUL empire, anti-social behaviour in Ramsey & our new 'live' webcam. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Friday 25th April 2025By Manx Radio

A mammoth debate has been held in Tynwald over the Manx Care Mandate. We hear all about government’s new ‘child first’ policy. And Isle Listen tell us all about its upcoming Dodgeball Championships. All of that and more on Manx Radio's Update with Lewis Foster for Thursday, 24 April.By Manx Radio

An election candidate for Ramsey's North Ward says her top priority is to open the re-use shed at the Northern Civic Amenity Site. Pauline Johns-Garrett, standing for the Liberal Vannin Party, also wants to see more support for the elderly and people with disabilities by lobbying for 'skipper buses' and more dropped kerbs. Residents will be able to…

Electric bikes legal case, 'The Will Of Tynwald', electric trams on Douglas Prom, OPUL explained , No 28 bus service may be reprieved & visits by PS Waverley and MV Balmoral. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Thursday 24th April 2025By Manx Radio

The infrastructure minister defends spending nearly £80,000 on a housing report, despite not following its recommendations – we also have an update on the bus service to Cregneash! There’s more information on planned upgrades for Heysham Port. And, 80 years on, we reflect on the devastating North Barrule Air Crash.…

Local elections tomorrow, 80th anniversary of US military aircraft crash, smartening up Peel, silting up Liverpool linkspan & the final word on importing bees - don't. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Wednesday 23rd April 2025By Manx Radio

April’s sitting of Tynwald got underway today and it was all health, housing… and horse trams! We cover the latest updates from the Island's parliament. And it looks like Heysham Port is about to get a makeover! All of that and more on Update for Tuesday, 22 April with Lewis Foster.By Manx Radio

The No 28 bus cancellation, Housing Association plans, English GP call back, 20 mph speed limit, student finances idea, taxation strategy & new Organ Donation Act public event. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Tuesday 22nd April 2025By Manx Radio

The Rev Sean Turner has been a Methodist Minister in the south of the Island for the past five years but will be leaving the Island shortly to return to his home in North Carolina. He talks to Perspective about changes in society and community, love and faith. Does faith still have a place in society and if so why has there been such a big shift aw…

Update for Thursday, 17 April 2025By Manx Radio

A candidate standing in the upcoming Local Authority Election says he wants to see Castletown become 'more inclusive' for people with disabilities. Laurence Watterson, who's lived in the town for 45 years, would like to review parking availability if elected and would campaign for better blue badge parking in the area. Residents will be able to vot…

A candidate standing for Peel Commissioners wants to see more 'transparency' and would try and improve the social media pages. William Otieno-Costain, a business owner, says if elected he would also like to review the business rates in the town and lobby the government to raise rates on empty properties. Residents will be able to vote at Corrin Hal…

A former Department of Infrastructure minister standing for re-election to Peel Town Commissioners in the local authority general election says keeping 'financial responsibility' has been key to keeping rate increases low for the last few years. Ray Harmer, who joined the board in a by-election two years ago, hopes to use reserves from making 'effi…

An election candidate for Ramsey's North Ward says she wants to see more support for local businesses in the town. Andi Nolan, who owns two businesses, says she won't be 'promising the world' but would try and resolve as many issues raised with her as she can and wants residents to 'feel heard'. Residents will be able to vote at Ramsey Town Hall fr…

A candidate standing in the upcoming election wants to try and tackle the dog poo problem in Peel and is open to ideas. Sharon Lambert, who's retired, says she'd like to see more 'transparency' from the commissioners with its communication and would also be looking to improve its social media usage. Residents on the electoral register will be able …

A former chief minister standing to be elected to Castletown Commissioners says providing 'quality' public services would be one of his priorities. Tony Brown, who was also the town's MHK for 30 years, hopes to carry out a review of all the parking in the town and keep Market Square open to vehicles during the winter months. Residents on the electo…

A candidate standing for re-election in Patrick believes the local authority is now 'running smoothly' after a series of resignations in 2023. Gordon Clague, the current chair of the commissioners, says he would like to see the rates kept low but has sorting out the pavements and hedge trimming at the top of his manifesto. Residents in Patrick will…

A candidate standing in the Douglas South election says he would like to see the weekly bin collections reinstated if elected to the board. Karel Ver Elst, who is from South Africa, claims the council should be run like a 'utility' to prevent overspending on 'vanity projects'. Residents in Douglas South Ward will be able to vote at either the city …

FOI data breach possibility, the power of a Requisition Meeting, buying bees by post, Foot & Mouth regulations, proposed health care levy & the Guardian Class of Philosopher Kings theory. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Thursday 17th April 2025By Manx Radio

A candidate standing for re-election in Castletown says he would push government for an all Island leisure rate to support the southern swimming pool. Colin Leather, who is a current commissioner, believes the new fire station car park will resolve the majority of the parking issues and would also like a handrail installed in Barracks Square to hel…

A candidate in the upcoming election says he would be looking to improve Douglas Council's housing stock if elected. William Smedley, a businessman who has already served as a former parish councillor in England hopes to use his experience to make the local authorities budget and spending 'transparent'. Residents in Douglas South Ward will be able …

A candidate standing for the upcoming election in Castletown hopes to create a 'business plan' to run the local authority and would like a 'totally new' board to be voted in. John Cringle, a former Castletown Commissioner, says a plan is needed for the closure of Market Square during the summer and for the temporary closure during winter. Residents…

Could tourism be making a strong comeback? We take a look at the latest visitor numbers. Manx Care has an update regarding breast cancer screenings. An independent report commissioned by government has recommended the establishment of of a new not-for-profit housing entity to take on the landlord functions currently managed by the Department of Inf…

Aiming for 500k visitors, state of the Edward Pier walkway, shifting abandoned motor homes, the Halfway Horse Tram & our serious sea swimming offering. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Wednesday 16th April 2025By Manx Radio

Manx Utilities refutes allegations that surveys on the site of a proposed windfarm have been carried out without the correct licenses. Should we have permanent Manx representation at Westminster? And the infrastructure says there are no plans to introduce MOTs. All that and more on Update with Lewis Foster for Tuesday, 15 April.…

'Cair Vie Resistance' and those licences, Organ Donation public event today, an Energy Efficiency Doctor speaks, 19th century pollution & our representation at Westminster. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Tuesday 15th April 2025By Manx Radio

Paul Craine has been researching our population for well over 40 years and he’s concerned about the Manx birth rate falling to it’s lowest since 1920. Births in the Isle of Man are now 43.9% lower than in 2010 with just 574 babies born last year. What’s causing this trend and how concerned should we be about it? Paul Craine joins me on this evening…

Is it time for a referendum on plans for an onshore wind farm? We speak to the man behind a new petition gaining momentum online. The treasury minister explains why he believes plans to drill for gas off the Island’s coast are not yet ‘dead in the water’. All of that and much more of the latest news from the Isle of Man on Manx Radio's Update for M…

Petition for referendum reform, parking permit review, Steam Packet structure change, the future of party politics here & higgledy piggledy Port Jack. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Monday 14th April 2025By Manx Radio

The Treasury Minister has a lot on his plate at the moment as the impact of Trumpian economics sends shock waves around the world. An estimated 5% has been knocked off the value of Isle of Man Government reserves in recent days so how will that affect Treasury predictions in this year’s budget? Alex Allinson appears unflappable but is he and his Tr…