Best Manx Politics Podcasts (2025)

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

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Update Wednesday 18 June 2025 26:47

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

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It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Wednesday 18th June 2025 51:57

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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

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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

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It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Tuesday 17th June 2025 50:47

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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

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Agenda 16.6.25 - minimum wage and the Local Government Amendment Bill 26:51

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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…

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

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It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Monday 16th June 2025 51:34

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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

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Perspective 08.06.25 - what hope is there for peace between Israel and the Palestinians 50:35

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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…

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

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It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Friday 13th June 2025 52:00

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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

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Update Thursday 12 June 2025 27:44

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

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It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Thursday 12th June 2025 50:46

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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

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Manx Newscast: Rotary International president visits the Isle of Man for the first time in 100 years 7:51

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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'…

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Failings in adult learning disability care on the Isle of Man are “shocking and stark”, according to a Manx charity. The education minister has had a change of heart over disclosing the cost of the Etio report. The chair of Port Erin Commissioners says joining the board is 'worthwhile' as the local authority looks to fill a vacant seat. All of that…

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It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Wednesday 11th June 2025 50:54

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Victoria Street's taxi rank and Loading Bay, the future for our assisted Dying legislation, Emergency Department X-Ray protocol & local authority election nominations open today. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Wednesday 11th June 2025By Manx Radio

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The home affairs minister responds to concerns over a controversial pre-TT safety video. Questions are asked about Manx Care's position on assisted dying. And plans for a new visitor and staff centre at the Laxey Wheel have been approved despite a number of objections. All of that and much more on Update for Tuesday, 10 June with Lewis Foster.…

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It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Tuesday 10th June 2025 51:39

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Manx Care's new Medical Director Dr. Chris Stockport takes calls and questions on HRT availability, dentists, GP provision, sexual health, COVID, medical careers for young people, ADHD & more. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Tuesday 10th June 2025By Manx Radio

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Agenda 9.6.25 - what lessons can we learn from other Islands’ Health Services 26:51

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Dr Edward Fitzgerald is the Health Equity and Access Co-Lead at KPMG International and Head of Healthcare & Life Sciences at KPMG Islands Group. He talks to Agenda about health care policy and the policy differences of delivering health services in Island situations. With spiralling health costs threatening the economic development of the Island he…

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A round up of what's been happening on the Island today, including details of the annual government salary bill, a development on North Quay in Douglas and someone who would happily go on the waltzers five times a day. It's Update with Beth Espey.By Manx Radio

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It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Monday 9th June 2025 51:35

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Diminishing taxi ranks in Douglas, 20mph limit approved on 2020, recycling wind farms, replacement railings opposite Empress Hotel & the future for our Combined Cycle Gas Turbine. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Monday 9th June 2025By Manx Radio

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Perspective 8.6.25 - Douglas North MHK John Wannenburgh talks about MUA infrastructure investment and reflects on his time as an MHK. 50:35

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Douglas North MHK John Wannenburgh is approaching the end of his fourth year as a national politician. He’s Chair of the Manx Utilities Authority which unlike its private sector UK counterparts is pretty good at supplying us with water and, with the exception of Peel and Laxey, has a generally good record of disposing the sewage we produce without …

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A man who murdered two teenagers on the Isle of Man in 2002 has been denied parole. The woman at the centre of the case that led to an Onchan Commissioner’s resignation has spoken publicly for the first time. The Red Arrows are set to take to the skies.By Manx Radio

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It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Thursday 5th June 2025 50:40

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Peel Commissioners to review 'Peel Day', wrong way cyclist on mountain, advertising IOM tourism in Ireland, electronic tags on the way here, policing the 20mph limit & the dangers of EV fires on ships. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Thursday 5th June 2025By Manx Radio

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A 14-year-old boy has appeared in court again, charged with the murder of 14-year-old Christopher McBurnie last week. Recent statistics have highlighted Manx residents are struggling to keep up with the cost of living. We’re officially halfway through the racing schedule, we’ll get the latest from day three of the TT.…

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It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Wednesday 4th June 2025 51:29

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What poverty means on the Island, students' tuition fees cost and benefit, Peter's back on TT Live, politicians responsibility for policy, spending money to save money & the £3 cup of coffee. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Wednesday 4th June 2025By Manx Radio

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A boy has appeared in court charged with murder following the death of a 14-year-old in Ramsey last week. A helpline’s been set up for TT visitors who fall victim to accommodation scams. We’ll get the latest from day two of the TT races.By Manx Radio

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It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Tuesday 3rd June 2025 50:09

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Unemployment at 0.7% causing an issue, DOI's attitude re: badly parked motorhomes, problems with TT Live app, government roadshow question format query & being respectful. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Tuesday 3rd June 2025By Manx Radio

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Agenda 2.6.25 - May Tynwald leftovers 26:51

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A few May Tynwald leftovers on Agenda this week. Some conflicting views on the 20mph zones proposed for the Island. What was Ann Corlett MHK looking for when she first raised the subject in Tynwald? DoI Minister Michelle Haywood MHK offered a consultation olive branch which some members were loathe to accept. And how an innocent little question on …

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A male juvenile has been charged with murder after a 14-year-old boy died in Ramsey last week. A new government report has highlighted both progress and persistent challenges around poverty on the Isle of Man. The courts could soon be granted new legal powers, allowing them to electronically tag those on bail. We’ll get the latest from the TT, as w…

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It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Monday 2nd June 2025 50:07

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20 mph limit latest - poles go up in Onchan, TT races not helping retailers, Family Library rescue mission, Destination First clean-up operation, government listening roadshow & 'epidemic' of TT STDs. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Monday 2nd June 2025By Manx Radio

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Perspective 01.06.25 - the Destination First Board’s ambition to make the Isle of Man a better place 50:35

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Fed up with the shabby state of some parts of the Island? Dismayed by the grot and litter you pass daily? Angered by potholes or the decaying nature of our Island’s infrastructure? Well what are you going to do about it? That’s the challenge set by the Destination First Board whose remit is to significantly improve the look of our Island and to mot…

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Update Friday, 30 May 2025 26:38

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Police have thanked members of the public for their support as a murder investigation gets underway following an incident in Ramsey yesterday. A review of Manx Care’s Adult Learning Disability Service has identified widespread failings in residential care. And the chair of Castletown Commissioners weighs in on delays to a public housing development…

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It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Friday 30th May 2025 50:23

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Murder investigation information request, visiting campervan grey water disposal, Douglas back lanes' refuse issues, prison work parties & government's 'Listening To You ' roadshows. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Friday 30th May 2025By Manx Radio

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Update Thursday, 29 May 2025 26:42

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An MHK is warning adults on the Isle of Man are being 'left out in the cold' by the lack of support and diagnosis pathways for ADHD and Autism. A new survey suggests most Isle of Man residents feel disconnected from politics – but still plan to vote. And the leader of Douglas council gives his take on the Three Legs of Mann lighting column. All of …

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It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Thursday 29th May 2025 51:16

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Leader of Douglas City Council Devon Watson takes calls and questions on social housing, maintenance of play areas, rusting Promenade railings, crumbling roads, brownfield redevelopment, that new light at the Sea Terminal & more. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Thursday 29th May 2025By Manx Radio

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Police issue a warning about people ‘misbehaving’ and ignoring the rules on the roads this TT. We hear from a member of the Island's tourism sector during what is undoubtedly the busiest two weeks of the year. One MHK is concerned government is becoming 'extremely secretive' after a request not to reveal how much has been spent on a review of the I…

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It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Wednesday 28th May 2025 49:54

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20mph limit information, IOM Net Zero commitment, crashes on Mountain Road, finding the Etio education survey cost, Alexa issues and tunein.com & seeking Douglas Bay swimmers. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Wednesday 28th May 2025By Manx Radio

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Update Tuesday, 27 May 2025 27:04

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The chief minister has sent his best wishes to Liverpool after a car drove through crowds during yesterday’s premier league victory parade. After rain put a dampener on Monday’s proceedings, roads are now being closed around the TT course ahead of tonight’s practice session. And are the Island’s visa routes fit for purpose? All of that and more on …

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Perspective 25.5.25 - some highlights from May Tynwald. 50:35

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May Tynwald was a little shorter than recent sittings but there was a lot packed in. Despite Tynwald and government talking for years about funding solutions for the mobile and family library the threat of its imminent closure was back on the agenda. Members all agreed that something must be done but nobody seemed willing to take responsibility for…

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It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Tuesday 27th May 2025 50:21

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Steam Packet's seven public years, Derby Square's missing mast, imported meat and cheese seized, Net Zero rules not changeable, wet weather tyres for TT & stockpiled COVID coffee. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Tuesday 27th May 2025By Manx Radio

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Update Friday 23 May 2025 27:58

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A Peel man who spent several years helping clear unexploded bombs in Ukraine made his final journey home today. A major housing developer is under fire over claims of sub-standard roofing on new builds. The Speaker of the House of Keys has spoken out after the Tynwald Standards Committee suffered a setback when its report into the Chief Minister wa…

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It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Friday 23rd May 2025 51:05

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Douglas City Councillor David Cretney takes calls and questions on Strand Street, the Promenade, public sector housing, the squares, back lanes, bin collection, brownfield sites, Manx Grand Prix experiences & more. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Friday 23rd May 2025By Manx Radio

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Update Thursday 22 May 2025 27:55

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Treasury insists the Isle of Man’s economy is not under pressure, after facing questions from politicians. The Isle of Man Government has made its first seizure of ‘illegal’ sandwich filler. The Island’s National Women’s Cricket squad is confident ahead of its debut in the ICC Women’s World Cup Qualifiers.…

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It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Thursday 22nd May 2025 50:23

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The problem of anti-social cycling, Canadian feedback, Ballanard Road ballyhoo, a Southern commuter train & how to provide tourists with information. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Thursday 22nd May 2025By Manx Radio

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An update on today's main news, including the top Tynwald debates and movement on the sewage treatment works in Peel.By Manx Radio

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It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Wednesday 21st May 2025 51:12

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The tree lopping bus, big vehicle parking in Onchan, Charles Guard reports on Sunday's airport chaos, greening Douglas & sleeping policemen and planters for 20mph limit. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Wednesday 21st May 2025By Manx Radio

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Chief Minister Alfred Cannan has returned to the Island after a top level meeting in Downing Street. What's the latest with the Family Library? We have an update from Tynwald, the sitting for May getting underway this morning. And we'll also find out how a new senior leadership team at Isle of Man Meats plans to 'improve' relations with the Island'…

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It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Tuesday 20th May 2025 50:58

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Airport debacle, Family Library to close end July, the Laxey Tram Station to Wheel trek, Summerland site ownership & locating the one armed bandits. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Tuesday 20th May 2025By Manx Radio