Manx Radio - Update

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

A round-up of today's top stories with Beth Espey

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 and more on Update for Wednesday, 11 June.

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.

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.

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.

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. 

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.

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 we conclude Day 1 of racing.

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 in the ancient capital. All that and more on Manx...

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 that and more on Manx Radio Update for Thursday, 2...

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 Island's schools and education services was up...

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 Manx Rad...

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 was rejected. Road racing returns to the Island, get...

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.

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

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's food producers. All that and more on Manx Radio...

Justice for Summerland campaigners are consulting lawyers to challenge the Attorney General’s refusal to order a new inquest in the High Court. A major new housing and regeneration project has been approved in the heart of Douglas. The Isle of Man TT kicks off a week today — we’ll hear from Peter Hickman as his new team makes its debut at the world-famous races.

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

The headteachers union has demanded an urgent meeting with the education department, describing the relationship between schools and civil servants as 'toxic and broken'. The health minister hasn’t ruled out changing who would be eligible for an NHS dentist on the Island to reduce waiting lists. The Isle of Man athletics squad are quietly confident about this year’s Island Games.

A round-up of the day's main news including a drive through of the incoming changes to the Manx Highway Code.

A round up of the day's main news and an update on the strange noises people have been hearing around the Island.

A round up of the main news of the day - and have you heard the big bangs?

A round of what's been happening news wise around the Island today with Beth Espey.

As the Island marks VE Day 80 years on - we hear from those who have memories of the day itself. Also, tonight we hear a tribute to the Manx veteran Chris Garret who died after an incident in Ukraine this week And with just 18 days until TT gets underway, police are warning residents and visitors not to drink or drug drive.