Manx Newscast

On today's rest day (5 June) we dragged Travelling Marshal Jim Hunter up to Manx Radio, to tell Siobhán Fletcher more about what goes into the role, why he loves doing it... and how on earth TT riders can read their pit boards at 120+mph! This year marks his 40th year of riding around the Snaefell Mountain Course as either a competitor or a travelling marshal.

Camille Cutajar speaks publicly about her experience as a landlord, and how a long-running dispute with a former tenant, later elected to public office, led her to speak out . Camille describes the challenges she faced pursuing a civil case through the courts, the impact it had on her family, and why she felt compelled to go public when she saw that individual appointed as a Onchan Commissioner's...

A 95-year-old UK resident has had his dream of experiencing what it would be like to go around the TT course on a high-speed motorbike come true.  Ron Allen and his wife used to regularly attend the fortnight from 1956 until 1981.  Back again this year for the first time in 44 years, Ron has come over to scatter his wife's ashes in one of their favourite spots on the course.  All th...

This evening the Red Arrows will return once again to the skies above Douglas Bay. A mainstay of the TT entertainment schedule, the aerobatic team will be performing from 7:30pm. The nine Royal Air Force Hawk jets recently took part in the VE Day flypast over London, but say coming back for TT is 'always special'. As the team’s commentator, Squadron Leader Graeme Muskat, told Chris Pearson. Y...

A group of lobbyists from the Island are calling on the Isle of Man Government to 'take stronger action against Israel' as the conflict in Gaza continues. Amnesty International Isle of Man, Caarjyn Phalestine and Manx residents have held vigils on Douglas promenade every Friday 'for the Palestinian people' since the ceasefire ended back in March. But they have seen their numbers increase over...

They're a familiar sight around the Isle of Man, and if you're a TT visitor you might be staying in one now; Island Escapes holiday homes. And now, the Manx holiday lettings agency, which manages over 150 properties across the Island, has been acquired by a UK company.   Island Escapes is joining the Cornwall-based Sapphire Holidays Ltd family of brands. But how did it come about? And wi...

Later this month the Council of Ministers' Annual Report on Poverty Measures will be laid before Tynwald. It provides an overview of the latest indicators on poverty and highlights a series of measures aimed at alleviating the issue and improving the lives of people across the Island. But recent stats show a percentage of Isle of Man residents are struggling to keep up with the cost of living...

A rare piece of Viking gold, unearthed by a Manx metal detectorist, has been declared Treasure by the Isle of Man Deputy Coroner of Inquests. The fragment of a gold arm-ring, belonging to a Viking, dates back to AD 1000-1100 and was found earlier this year, in Spring, by Ronald Clucas. Mr Clucas - a member of the Manx Detectorist Society - has been detecting for 50 years, with 2025...

One of the organisers of the Peel Traditional Boat Weekend has been looking back at its more than 30 year history after confirming that the event would be 'no more'. It was announced last year, as part of the introduction of the new Peel Sea Fest - which incorporates some parts of the traditional weekend. However, Mike Clark says it's the disappearance of the older wooden boats that's, in part, ca...

Tynwald proved to be a lighter affair, but still some heavy topics discussed, and some interesting debates.

A South African rider says the sacrifice to come to the Isle of Man for the TT races 'is big'.  AJ Venter told Manx Radio that each year it becomes more and more financially difficult, but with new sponsors this year he's been able to continue to keep his team 'proudly South African'.  2025 marks his eighth year at the Snaefell Mountain Course. 

We've had a glorious spring, but a big change is on the way for the start of TT. Neil Young from Ronaldsway Met Office looks ahead to how the weather is shaping up for the start of this year's racing.

Guenther Steiner, who headed up Haas from 2016 - 2023, is on the Island today (22 May) promoting his book 'Unfiltered'. While he won't be able to stay longer to watch the races, he plans to do a tour of the Snaefell Mountain Course. He spoke to Chanelle Sukhoo about his tour, his thoughts on the current Formula 1 season and the TT.

Preparations have been getting underway to create an Ibiza-style bar on Peel Promenade on the site of the former swimming pool. Meta Lounge opened throughout August last year, but this time it's back for four months - starting this weekend. Manx Radio sat down with owner, Melanie Webb, to find out why the business chose its location, and how the arrival of a large international franchise will affe...

The infrastructure minister says her department will consult local authorities in all areas of the Island about implementing 20 mph zones in residential areas.  Michelle Haywood is also urging members of the public to get involved and share their own views.  Yesterday, Tynwald approved her department's implementation plan.

How do you make cancer funny? And what tog is the duvet on your bed at the moment? Find out the answers to these questions and more in our exclusive interview with Rhod Gilbert ahead of his latest show on the Island:

The chief minister says he is encouraged by the Public Service Workforce Report which shows recruitment is taking place in frontline services.  The document revealed the public sector has grown by 500 with the majority of those places in care. 

The longest debate of the current administration took place - lasting more than 10 hours - and focused on none other than health. Christian Jones looks back at the April 2025 sitting of Tynwald.

Simon Richardson visits Manx Utilities' Douglas Waterworks and talks to Head of Water, Gareth Patchett

There are high hopes for a good season of basking shark sightings off the coast of the Isle of Man this year. Since 2010, basking shark numbers are said to have decreased dramatically in Manx waters - from around 500 sighting reports per season in 2010 to just 10 last year. But Manx Whale and Dolphin Watch says it's already had six reported to it since the end of April. Jen Adams from th...

The Isle of Man’s Youth Select Committee has launched a new inquiry into the opportunities available to young people after leaving school or higher education. The committee is made up of members aged between 15 and 24, and is aiming to understand why the Island continues to face challenges in retaining young adults. It will examine government policies and initiatives to assess the effectiveness of...

The Manx Highway Code is set to be updated this year for the first time in more than a decade.  It was last updated in 2014, and the latest edition will adopt the guidance and rules from the UK’s Official Highway Code (2022), subject to 'specified Manx modifications'. These include references to Manx legislation and amendments for local variations such as the horse trams and derestricted...

A number of the Island's plantations and glens remain closed as the Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture continues to make them safe. It's after severe storms this winter, including the record-breaking Storm Éowyn back in January, which saw wind speeds of 107mph recorded on Snaefell. Amy Griffiths to Archallagan plantation to speak to the Department of Environme...

A new Onchan Commissioner says she would like to be a voice for the young people in the village after being elected to the board.  Gabriella Corkish, who's 19 years old, is the youngest local authority member on the Island and wants to encourage more people her age to engage in Manx politics.  At the commissioner's AGM she was given the role of Onchan School Education Representative...

On the 8 May 1945, people across the world were celebrating Victory in Europe Day. But how did Manx residents mark the occasion? Amy Griffiths has been finding out: