Manx Newscast

Speaking with Paul Fletcher, Chairman of the Isle of Man Farming and Wildlife Advisory Group.

Shannen Samuel speaks to Manx Radio about plans for Isle of Man-inspired short film.

The infrastructure minister believes 20mph speed limits should not be imposed on people if they do not want them. Tim Crookall has been speaking to the media for the first time since his appointment as minister of the Department of Infrastructure this morning.

A political commentator on the Isle of Man says the past 48 hours have exposed what he describes as “a weakness in our political system”. On Monday, Chief Minister Alfred Cannan reshuffled his Cabinet, removing Alex Allinson and Michelle Haywood from their roles as Treasury and Infrastructure ministers.

Castletown Commissioners has chosen to decrease its local authority rate for the next financial year. It will be set at 395 pence in the pound which the local authority says will provide 'much needed' support to residents without 'any detriment' to its operations. The refuse rate will also be reduced to £220 per household which it believes will still allow for investment into the towns public serv...

The former infrastructure minister has accused the chief minister of shaping policy in response to social media pressure. It comes a day after Alfred Cannan reshuffled his Cabinet, removing Alex Allinson as Treasury Minister and Dr Michelle Haywood from her role as Infrastructure Minister. For the first time since her sacking, Dr Michelle Haywood has spoken out exclusively to Manx Radio.

Yesterday, Alfred Cannan conducted a reshuffle of his council of ministers, which resulted in two ministers stepping down. Tim Glover criticised the language used as concerning saying they did not step down but were fired.

A former Chief Minister says government should be putting 'services first' and costs second. Tony Brown, who's now Chair of Castletown Commissioners, believes the two new ministers, Treasury and Infrastructure, will have to 'work quickly' to make new changes - including to next month's budget. The new infrastructure minister said he will be 'resetting' the departments relationship with local autho...

The chief minister says today's cabinet reshuffle (19 January) came as a result of trying to regain public confidence. Alfred Cannan says ongoing issues like the 20mph rollout, the Local Government (Amendment) Bill and controversial minimum wage changes evidence 'ongoing clashes' between government and society. He sat down with our Political Correspondent Phil Gawne this afternoon.

Following the warning from police earlier this month that some young people on the Isle of Man were 'misusing AI', parents of the Delay Smartphone IOM group give their reaction. Listen to Lewis Foster's interview with John Bolton, Jessica Cross and Meghan Kennish.

Derek Peters of Mannin Cancers speaks to Beth Espey about a new support centre on the site of Noble's Hospital.

The Isle of Man Government has launched the National AI Office, backed by £1 million in public funding, to coordinate how artificial intelligence is developed and used across the Island. The office is intended to act as a central point for AI policy, advice and practical support. The government says it will focus on boosting economic competitiveness, improving public service efficiency and raising...

There's a warning that genuine harm is being caused to some young people on the Island due to the misuse of AI. Recently, Manx police reported a 'sharp increase' in students, in and out of school, creating images through Artificial Intelligence with the aim of bullying and ridiculing their peers. The images, in some cases, has been dubbed 'rude and offensive' and others described as prohibited or...

The Treasury Minister says it would be 'unreasonable' to say there are 'no bad apples' in government. It follows an increase in financial irregularities reported to the Audit Advisory Division by Government Departments, Boards, offices and arm’s length bodies since April 2021. Amongst them, there were three reports of corruption/ bribery during the 2024-25 financial year. In this edition of Newsca...

Douglas City Library says free coffee mornings are 'hugely important' for residents on the Island. The library has started it's 'Winter Warmer' scheme to encourage people to be social and to combat loneliness during what can be a difficult time of the year. It's running every Friday from 9am to 12 noon, and those visiting will receive a free hot drink and biscuit - as well as access to the library...

A global challenge which connects women who ride or love motorbikes is coming to the Isle of Man this month. The Women Riders World Relay has already united more than 20,000 riders from 102 countries worldwide. It started back in 2019 and was founded by Hayley Bell. The Isle of Man ambassador is Lisa Brain, and she's been talking to Beth Espey.

The Island's only independent school has announced it will begin offering A-Levels from September. King William's College will offer the courses in a 'blended' approach, alongside the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. In a partnership with King's InterHigh online school, all the lessons will be taught virtually from a newly created hub on the campus. Principal Damian Henderson has tel...

Prospect says broad statements about government efficiencies and public sector headcount are fuelling uncertainty across the workforce. Around a year and a half ago, the chief minister announced a series of measures aimed at reducing staff numbers and controlling headcount across the civil service. However, over the past two quarters, full-time equivalent numbers have actually risen, despite more...

Over two years since Tynwald passed the Isle of Man Homelessness Strategy, an MLC is calling for the legislation to be prioritised going forward. Kirstie Morphet told Siobhán Fletcher she wants it to be developed and introduced into the branches by June next year.

Among the topics expected to become key election issues this year, immigration has been highlighted. On the Island there are hopes to see the population grow to 100,000 by 2037, while parties supporting tougher immigration measures have made ground in neighbouring jurisdictions. Sylvie Géal-Wilkes works at Café Lingo in Douglas - a group which supports people who've made the move to the Isle of Ma...

After completing 30 marathons and three ultra-marathons consecutively, a resident in Kirk Michael now has his sights set on a world record attempt. Albert Johnson took on 31 marathons in 31 days throughout December in aid of charity Autism Initiatives and in memory of his friend Graham Brew. He's also since found out that he stands a good chance of claiming the world record for the Speaking to Man...

Snow and ice has caused widespread disruption on the Island today with students kept off school and Ronaldsway airport closed. Beth Espey has been speaking to Infrastructure Minister Michelle Haywood and Interim Airport Director Geoff Pugh about efforts to get the Island running again.

A man from Laxey is set to take on Mount Kilimanjaro for charity later this year (August 2026). Adam Horsey, a student at Lancaster University will be undertaking the challenge in support of the Teenage Cancer Trust.

A gentleman in Port Erin who's received a British Empire Medal as part of the 2026 New Year Honours says he is 'humbled' by the recognition. Former Co-op manager Gerald Callister has dedicated decades of his life to serving the local community, the Church, and the Isle of Man as a whole. Government House says the award of the BEM recognises Mr Callister’s sustained, selfless, and heartfelt commitm...

Siobhán Fletcher looks back at the stories that hit the headlines over the last 12 months.