Manx Radio - Update

Don't be the last to know - keep up to date with the very latest in today's episode of Update with Beth Espey.

Lots of interesting stuff in this episode including an interview with the Royal College of Nursing about the strike ballot for its members, a word from the Steam Packet about changes to its adult-child ratios and some criticism of an MHK's comments in Tynwald this week about staffing levels at Noble's Hospital.

A breakdown of the Budget 2025 in today's episode. For all the details visit Manx Radio's Budget minisite, supported by Manx Radio here.

A round-up of the day's main news with Beth Espey

All the news from the Isle of Man you need to know in under 30 minutes - in this episode what's happening with the Lieutenant Governor's term, some Budget 2025 predictions and a lovely story about how robot pets are helping dementia patients on the Isle of Man.

In this episode we hear the latest from the ongoing death by dangerous driving trial. We also find out the names of the 16 people hoping to get a seat on Legco - and should all taxis on the Island be electric?

A round-up of the day's news with Beth Espey

Changes to Assisted Dying Legislation in the UK won't affect laws over here, teenagers tell us there's nothing for them to do on the Island - and we learn what word Beth really struggles to say.

Concerns for the future of air connectivity as easyJet reduces its flight schedule. ANPR cameras soon to be introduced at the Island’s ports. The minister quoted by UK press as being 'glad that the Isle of Man has scrapped the triple lock' issues clarification. And can a 2,000-year-old spoon predict the future? It's Update for Monday, 10 February with Lewis Foster.

A roundup of the news for Friday - including easyJet flight reductions, the issue of people not turning up to GP appointments and something special has arrived in Peel...you'll be able to see it from Sunday.

Pay offers, dental waiting lists and a practice announcing it's handing back its contract to Manx Care. It's all in Update with Beth Espey.

Manx Care faces tough questions from a Tynwald committee over service cuts. A dyslexia campaigner throws her name into the ring for a seat on the Legislative Council. And heartbreak for FC Isle of Man as Bury snatch a last-minute win.

The health minister has faced questions from backbench politicians for the first time since an embargoed press release was leaked, outlining planned health service cuts. Meanwhile, we examine the impact of dogs worrying livestock after recent incidents surfaced on social media. And, plans to align the minimum wage with the living wage by year-end have stalled.

More discussion about health financing - with some good news from Manx Care about services impacting families and those hoping to be parents.

We take you through what's happened with Manx Care this week - including interview with its CEO Teresa Cope, the Chief Minister and the Health Minister. Just what was the deal with that embargoed press release?

We hear from the Chief Executive of Manx Care. There's a warning for anyone wishing to become a commissioner in a local authority. Former Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott, on the day of his funeral, is remembered for his help in raising the Solway Harvester.

Doctors on the Isle of Man have accepted a new pay offer, bringing an end to a lengthy dispute over pay. There's concern from the farming sector over planned minimum wage increases. And are your rates set to increase? All that and more on Update with Lewis Foster.

All the news you need to know in under 30 minutes. It's Update with Beth Espey.

Doctors, dentists and homelessness on the Isle of Man are among the subjects covered in today's programme.

A round up of the effects of Storm Éowyn on the Isle of Man throughout the day, including the latest information about cancellations and closures.

All the details about preparations for Storm Éowyn. You can keep up to date with the very latest here.

All the information we know so far about Storm Éowyn which is due to hit the Island in the early hours of Friday morning. We talk to the Ronaldsway Met Office and here the weather warning could possibly be upgraded to red.

Details of the deal reached between Manx Care and the British Medical Association which means the planned doctors' strike has been deferred. Also some thoughts about how we could prevent fly tipping on the Island - and a politician's view of the Island in the mid 1980s is corrected.

We take a look at how the presidency of Donald Trump might affect the Isle of Man, we'll hear some of the reflections of the Island's first Chief Minister and some good news for the Island as it's hailed as a must see travel destination.

Some details about Manx Care's planning for next week's doctors' strike in today's programme. we also hear about the report into the size of the Manx government and praise for Colby AFC for saving the life of one of their players using a defibrillator.