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…

It's a new year and a new chapter for one of the Isle of Man's rising stars of road racing. After a rollercoaster two years with the Honda Racing UK team, there's change afoot for Onchan rider Nathan Harrison. For 2025 he'll be contesting the Isle of Man TT, North West 200 and maybe a few more things beside for official Honda satellite team H&H Mot…

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 …

The cats in the hats bring you their selection of the best in modern jazz from around the globe . . and a celebrate a couple of jazz birthdays . .!By Manx Radio

H hears about this year's wonderfully eclectic Oie Voaldyn Festival, talks to the adjudicator at the MADF Easter Festival of Plays and more advice for those wishing to break into the music business from Arts Council Graduate Intern, Callum RoweBy Manx Radio

Chris Pearson dons his PPE and jumps onboard to experience the RNLI's winter helicopter winching operation with the Air Force, the first for some years.By Manx Radio

From All Saints, the parish church of Kirk Lonan from 1834 to 2014, William Gell's 1906 poem, Mannin Veg Veen : A Poetical Sketch of the Isle of Man, leads down into the Laxey valley and the village itself. There's also a translation into Manx of another of Grimms' fairy tales. Running throughout, there's an eclectic mix of music from the Celtic na…

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…

Jack Doyle played a huge part in restarting the Island's interest in vinyl when he started his Sound Records pop up shop in Onchan almost 10 years ago. Sound Records has grown and grown and is now the only Island retailer accredited for Record Store Day. But Jack is waving goodbye to the business this year, so Christy caught up with him - from the …

Another quick round up of results from classes on Monday 28 April - and Trixie Landels is a little ray of sunshine!By Manx Radio

In this podcast - broadcast at 9pm on Monday 28 April, you can hear :- Douglas Town Band - Napoli - from their winning Concert Class performance, featuring Best Soloist Ian Astill with conductor Robert Mitchell Boys Treble Solo (Years 1 to 4) Winner - Eben Kilgallon (now qualifies for the 2025 Sheffield Plate) Girls' Solo (Years 1 & 2) Winner - Eva…

The education minister says a newly published report assessing Manx schools looks as the 'education system as a whole' and isn't about shaming particular schools. The 'annual overview' is the first of three publications produced by Etio expected over the course of a three-year 'external validation' contract between October 2023 and July 2026. It's …

In this podcast, broadcast on SUNDAY 27 APRIL 2025 you can hear : Manx Concert Brass - Summertime - Class B6 winner The Sorcerer’s Apprentices - Joint 2nd - Class B6 - A Little Disney Alice Daykin - Winner - Class B1 - Strollin' by David Stowell Addien Morgans - Joint 2nd - Class B1 - Easy Winners by Scott Joplin Rishawn Vivian - Joint 2nd - Class …

A quick results round-up, from classes held on Sunday night - April 27thBy Manx Radio

Astronomer Howard Parkin explains the activity of planets and stars in our Manx skies during the weeks of May, and discusses some of the biggest stories about space exploration currently making news headlines. The music break is a Simon and Garfunkel classic! Howard is alway happy to receive your questions - email him - [email protected]…

In this programme : Canon Philip Gillespie, Rector of the Beda College in Rome reflects on the life of Pope Francis, and the experience of attending his funeral; Cardinal Vincent Nichols, Leader of the Catholic church in England and Wales, shares thoughts on being one of the 135 Cardinals who will choose the new Pope, and closer to home, Monsignor …

Results, reaction & analysis to the latest football, rugby action across the Isle of Man and beyond PLUS, we bring you the draw for the semi-finals of the Manx Quality Sheds Hospital Cup in Manx football And we hear from one of the Island runners involved in the London Marathon this weekend and Manx road racer Nathan Harrison on his plans for 2025 …

All the results are in after local authority elections were held across the Isle of Man on Thursday (24 April). There were 28 seats up for grabs across five local authorities. Siobhán Fletcher runs us through the winners (and the losers) from the night, plus we have exclusive interviews from all the counts!…

In tonight's programme: The quarter-finals of the Hospital Cup and Junior Cup await in this weekend's local football clashes We hear from the Isle of Man Men's national football sides player/manager as he prepares to take charge of his first game on Merseyside on Saturday We bring you the live draw for this year's Paul Henry Gold Cup competition In…

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

The infrastructure minister says she 'regrets' how plans to implement 20mph speed limits in the Island's towns and villages have been communicated. Earlier this week, Michelle Haywood confirmed there would be more opportunities for feedback on the proposals following backlash from the public. She's been speaking to Amy Griffiths:…

The Manx duo, Thurrick (Sue Harrison and Rob Middleton) are taking part in the Pan Celtic Festival in Ireland, and we hear Sue's song, Kirree Veg. Manx Wildlife Week runs from Saturday 26th April to Saturday 3rd May, and we hear about events from Manx Wildlife Trust's Community Ranger, Hannah Philips. We also hear about the Guild and a illustrated …

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

Juan Christian and Steven Downward from Isle Listen tell us about Tough Mucka 2025. You can register for NOW* to get the EarlyBird discount Tough Mucka 2025 - IsleListen (*before May 1st). We also speak with John Keggin from event sponsor Island Escapes, and he reveals the brilliant prize they've donated for this year's event.…

On the 23 April 1945, 31 men were killed when a US military aircraft crashed into the side of North Barrule. Some of their relatives have now travelled from the US to pay their respects at the place where their loved ones died to mark the 80th anniversary of the deadliest aviation accident in Manx history. Amy Griffiths has been speaking to Ivor Ra…

Are you ready to dodge, duck, dip, dive...and dodge? A new community sporting event is being launched by Isle Listen as part of Mental Health Awareness Week in May. The inaugural Isle of Man Dodgeball Championship will take place on 16 May in the National Sports Centre’s main hall, open to teams of six to nine players. The charity hopes the event w…

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

In Tynwald this week, the infrastructure minister announced a significant change in direction for the Island’s housing strategy. Michelle Haywood confirmed proposals to establish a Housing Association have been shelved in favour of a new government-led Housing Agency. She's been speaking to Ben and Sian:…

JB spins the best in Folk and roots from the likes of Filkin's Drift, Neil Young and False LightsBy Radio Manx Ltd

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

Easter - Jesus Christ, risen from the dead, is at the very heart of the Christian faith. But what do events 2,000 years ago say to our modern world? Well - quite a lot, according to the Bishop of Sodor and Man - the Rt Rev'd Tricia Hillas, as she explains in today's programme of thoughts, readings - and some great Easter music!…

Ta Maralyn Crellin chebbal 'Shiaght Laa' as ta shin clashtyn Daniel Quayle ayns 'Kiaull as Cooish'. Veih 'Goll as Gaccan' ta shin clashtyn y cor, Un Choraa, as ta skeeal ferrish Grimm ry chlashtyn veih 'Claare ny Gael'. Maralyn Crellin presents 'Shiaght Laa' and we hear Daniel Quayle in 'Kiaull as Cooish'. From 'Goll as Gaccan' we hear the choir, U…

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…

More sounds from when wireless was king . . and you could understand the vocalists . . .By Radio Manx Ltd

Update for Thursday, 17 April 2025By Manx Radio

Maralyn Crellin hosts a look at Manx Easter traditions and sayings. Manx National Heritage has Easter activities at its sites, and Julian Power reminds us of the Meadowside Choral Society's Good Friday performance of Stainer's The Crucifixion. We look ahead to the Pan Celtic Festival with organising committee member, Nicola Tooms, and writer of thi…

A record-breaking ultra long-distance runner will be taking part in a Q&A session tomorrow night (18 April) in support of Hospice Isle of Man and Motiv8 Addiction Services. Jack Scott holds the record for the fastest time to complete the 268-mile Montane Spine Race, finishing in 72hrs 55mins 5secs and beating the previous course record set by Jasmi…

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…