Perspective 2.11.25 - Isle of Man Chamber of Commerce The Isle of Man Chamber of Commerce represents many Manx businesses and has been pretty vocal of late in expressing concerns over the minimum wage increase. It has at times been accused of being too influential over government but is that really the case? What do we need to change to drive econo…

In tonight's programme: The race for Railway Cup qualification is hotting up in the Canada Life Men's Premier League ahead of the latest Manx football clashes this weekend In the sole rugby tie this weekend, two Island sides will face off for a place in the final of the Cheshire Bowl A Mixed Premier League southern derby is among the headline fixtu…

Is the government doing enough to promote equality and inclusivity? A blind resident says more needs to be done. New technology at Noble’s is helping medics communicate with patients, no matter what language they speak. It’s with it being 31 October, that means it’s Hop Tu Naa.

"Remember me to All at Home" an evening of drama and music to remember the fallen, dance and art events at KA, a local composer premieres a work for choir and string quartet and sculptor Bryan Kneale's final work is at last unveiled in the land of his birth

The Area Plan for the North and West was defeated by three votes in last week’s Tynwald sitting and while it remains possible that it could scrape through in the November sitting it will require all of Cabinet Office Minister David Ashford’s political guile to make that happen. So why has it failed? On Agenda this week Chris Thomas and Paul Craine …

There's a reminder that life in the Island could be gritty, with two men losing their lives for their crime in 1832. There's a well-known story from the Brothers Grimm, heard here in a Manx translation. As usual, there's plenty of music, too, from the Celtic countries.

The jazz hamsters have sounds from the likes of Charles Lloyd and Tom Johnson and pay tribute to the music of some great names who have recently moved on to bandstands new . . . Danny Thompson, Anthony Jackson and Klaus Doldinger

Siobhán chats with the mighty Balla Sabbath ahead of their (second ever!) gig at the Erin Arts Centre on 1 November! Tune in as 'Ozzy Osburn', 'Bill Wardland-Davies', 'Nelly Iommi' and 'Ivan Butler' treat us to a live set - and we chat all things Black Sabbath. Next month's gig at the EAC is sold out - but keep an eye on their socials for future ap…

What could the consequences of removing the Bishop’s vote be? A committee has delivered its final report – we’ll also hear from the Bishop and the MHK behind the proposal. Police have been holding a series of talks to combat large sums of money being lost to scammers. The Isle of Man’s Callum Brew has been crowned World Paradarts Champion.…

2025 is a landmark year for an Island organisation which offers people with disabilities the chance to grow, succeed and make friends through the medium of sport. This calendar year, Special Olympics Isle of Man is celebrating its 40th anniversary. Since 1985 it's helped athletes with disabilities gain valuable life skills as well as offering the c…

A “threat to democracy” – that’s how new proposed legislation has been described by local authorities, as the government seeks to impose functions on them without financial support. The Isle of Man could soon see the introduction of free period products. The Post Office says it could be rolling out expiry dates on stamps and postage labels.…

The latest from the Steam Packet after a 'chaotic' sailing from Liverpool to Douglas leaves some passengers injured and vehicles damaged. Reaction from businesses after Tynwald approves a rise in the minimum wage. And the Western Vikings rugby club has issued an urgent appeal for new players.

October Tynwald highlights this week. Questions pondered how people will cope when the MiCard system is scrapped and whether the Manx economy is in recession. A new Child First Policy was received by Tynwald and there was unanimous support for a call to introduce a comprehensive program of neurodiversity training in Manx schools.…

Round-up of all the latest football, rugby and hockey action across the Isle of Man PLUS, we hear from an Island rugby club with a passionate appeal to bring on more players and the 2025 Manx Grand Prix Newcomer of the Year speak on his first experience of the Snaefell Mountain Course Rob Pritchard is joined by Tony Mepham and Dave Christian and fe…

On tonight's programme: The top two in Ardern & Druggan Ltd. Division 2 meet in a big southern clash in this weekend's Isle of Man football fixtures In rugby, can Douglas keep up their good Regional 2 North West form at Birkenhead Park? Meanwhile, Ramsey are on the road at Clitheroe and a local clash awaits in the Manx Shield And in hockey, after c…

Manx and Jersey Telecom's merge Minimum wage increase reactions Is there a lesson for Manx politics after Welsh election result

Manx Radio's Christian Jones will be reporting live from the Chamber on the third day of questions and debate since Tynwald returned following the summer recess There are changes to next year's Classic TT programme - Rob Pritchard will be explaining the differences And the Police respond after Manx Radio questioned elderly people yesterday if they …

H drops in to see the final preparations for the "National Treasures" exhibition at the House of Manannan in Peel, enjoys the launch of artist Eileen Schaer's new "Small Paintings" exhibition at Studio 42 in Port St Mary . . and looks forward to the Wind Workshop Weekend.

The Enterprise Minister's apologised to hoteliers for comments he made during July's sitting of Tynwald Meanwhile,the Health Minister's also saying sorry for inaccuracies in a Tynwald response regarding Ramsey's Minor Injury Unit. And Treasury's being urged to ensure those who use the MiCard system can still obtain their funds once it closes down. …

Tynwald returns after a three months recess - we recap the main talking points from the opening day of October's sitting. And Manx.Net e-mail users will no longer be able to use the service for free from next year. All that and more on Update on Manx Radio with Dave Moore.

Would party politics work in the Isle of Man? Lord Finkelstein thinks that on the one hand it might and yet on the other hand it might be no better than what we’ve got! Mitch Sorbie on the other hand seems keen to establish his new party Isle of Man First which, at first glance would substantially reduce government income while being rather vague o…

An MHK is urging the public to lobby their representatives to back calls for an inquiry into whistleblowing. The ManxSPCA is preparing to launch a petition against the use of electric collars on pets. We speak to Boakesey Closs, who beat the popular ITV programme 'The Chase' last night – taking home £25,000.…

The history of James and Charlotte Stanley and a stone dated 1644 found at Castle Rushen rounds off William Gell's 1906 poem, Mannin Veg Veen. There's a translation into Manx of Grimm's Fairy Tales, and a generous helping of music from the Celtic countries.

Tynwald’s Environment and Infrastructure Committee held an evidence session with officers from the MUA last week and there were several revelations which should be of interest to us all. A thousand Manx households are contributing 7 megawatts of renewable energy to the Manx grid and the MUA is working closely with private sector renewable energy pr…

Match highlights of the NWCFL Premier Division clash between FC Isle of Man and FC St Helens at The Bowl in Douglas. Following a much-needed win on the road last time out, FC Isle of Man returned to the Bowl to face an FC St Helens side without a win in their last three in all competitions Match commentary by Rob Pritchard and Darren Timson…

Round-up of all the latest football, rugby and hockey action across the Isle of Man PLUS, we hear more on the latest successes of Manx athletics competitors in international competition in recent weeks Ben Cunningham is joined by Tony Mepham and Dave Christian

In tonight's programme: Heading into to the latest Manx football fixtures this weekend, just two points separate the top three in the Canada Life Men's Premier League In rugby, Douglas, Vagabonds and Ramsey are back in action on home soil on Saturday whilst Vagabonds Ladies prepare for a trip across the water And in hockey, attention switches this …

A round up of the day's main news with Beth Espey, including some concerns about getting home insurance in Laxey, concerns raised about the North West Area Plan, and details of a fundraiser which will shone a light on men's mental health this weekend.

We have the latest following the death of a Year 9 student from Ballakermeen High School. Also in this episode - what’s being done to make bus travel easier for people who use mobility scooters around the Island? The Department of Infrastructure has apologised to 137 housing tenants for the tone of a recent rent arrears letter - we’ll hear from the…

Rushen Silver Band gear up for a concert and album release, 8th Manx Bard releases his first collection of work, the last concert of 25 for Ramsey Music Society and Tynwald Balls volume 3!

The roundup of the day's news with Beth Espey which includes details of a Manx Government consultation which showed people were against the idea of an NHS levy - we'll have a breakdown of the responses. Also - what do you know about greenwashing; it's the subject of new guidance published by the Financial Services Authority - we'll hear what it's a…

All the day's news in under 30 minutes with Beth Espey, which includes details of what happened with a bull that was reported to be loose in the Tromode area this morning. What do some members of the public think about plans to redevelop the Newson's site in Douglas and how will your household budget be impacted by the latest inflation figures?…

Has the all encompassing enthusiasm and bold ambition of the early years of Alf Cannan’s administration finally been smothered by the inhospitable atmosphere of consensus politics? Is our current system capable of delivering a bold and ambitious vision for the Island? And how do we assess our MHKs’ ability when manifestos appear light on policy com…

A round-up of the main news this Monday with Beth Espey. This episode includes details of what could be happening soon at the Newson's Site in Douglas, an explanation about why a government consultation on rates has been extended by a fortnight, a former politician explains why he believes the public should have more of say through referendums on m…

Liberal Vannin Party leader and former health minister Lawrie Hooper leads a somewhat lonely life as the only Liberal Vannin member in Tynwald. As a party of one he recognises his influence is limited but feels passionately that party politics is the best way to ensure our politicians are held accountable for their actions. Could party politics wor…

With a taste of music from around the Celtic countries, there's a translation into Manx of the strange world of Grimms' fairy tales and more about the Stanley family and their association with the Island.

Siobhán chats with the Island's very own answer to Flea and co. - the Red Hot Chili Yessirs! They give us a live set, and we hear all about an upcoming Hop Tu Naa gig... all in aid of Hospice! You can get your tickets here > https://buytickets.at/redhotchiliyessirs/1690532

Results, reaction and analysis to the latest football and hockey action on the Isle of Man. Simon Quine is joined by Tony Mepham, Dave Christian and Ben Cunningham.

The jazz hamsters curate a personal selection of great jazz from just one year - the question is which year is it? No Googling now . . . .

The chief minister has been unable to confirm the cost of setting up the National Office for Artificial Intelligence. The boss of Manx Care insists the closure of a ward at Ramsey Cottage Hospital won’t place additional pressure on other services. The Woodburn Pub has raised almost £2,000 for charity as it marks its 130th anniversary.…

Manx Care has announced that the Martin Ward at Ramsey and District Cottage Hospital is to close towards the end of October for 'around four weeks'. A Douglas man has appeared in court charged with attempted murder. A new survey suggests the majority of Isle of Man residents support tougher rules on smoking and vaping. After claiming her second wor…

Union Unite has rejected the latest pay offer, leading to an independent arbitrator being brought in to help settle the dispute. The government’s new AI Office plans are under fire, with critics saying they lack detail. At the age of 80, would you swim five kilometres? One Ramsey resident is doing just that to raise funds in memory of his late wife…

H hears of an audio drama made here on the Island which tackles some tough themes, looks forward to this weekend's Festival of Choirs, how a Manx-born author used Manx folklore for inspiration to create his fantasy world and look forward to Opera from the Met as the EAC gets its autumn season well underway…

Grimms' fairy tales conjure up a strange world, and here they are in a translation into Manx. Arising from William Gell's poem, there's still a lot more to find out about the Stanley family, the Earls of Derby, who had been imposed as rulers of the Island. Music, too, from the Celtic nations.

The fourth and final Isle of Man Government Conference of the Cannan administration brought together ministers, senior officials and business leaders to discuss some of the Island's biggest challenges. We get the lowdown from the ministers about what their intentions are for the next 12 months, and reaction to some of those announcements.…

In tonight's programme: The premier league leaders take on undefeated opposition in this weekend's Manx football fixtures After a break from action six days ago, rugby action is due to return in earnest this Saturday It's too close to call across the divisions going into the latest Manx mixed hockey ties Manx WBC champion boxer, Sam Rennie is back …