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.Bởi Manx Radio

We hear about a new Biosphere Photographer in Residence position being hosted by MWT, a reminder to get your Guild entries in, H hears about the Young Singer of Mann competition at the EAC and The Poetry Trail 2025 is coming to a window near you!Bởi Manx Radio

As a fan of the band from the earliest days, Christy's excitement was palpable (some might say 'awkward'...) when she had the chance to speak with Alex Kapranos and Bob Hardy from the might Franz Ferdinand, about their brand new album 'The Human Fear'.Bởi Manx Radio

On the 4th March the House of Keys will choose four people to become members of the Legislative Council. Prior to that vote, Agenda will be speaking with all the candidates so that you can find out more about the people that hope to become national politicians, voting in Tynwald on policy and finance and playing a significant role in shaping the la…

In surveying Douglas Bay, William Gell notes the Fort Anne and the Tower of Refuge as being associated with Sir William Hillary, then goes on to lament his neglected grave and the lack of honour to his name. Gell was writing in 1906, and thing have very much changed, particularly with the bicentenary of the RNLI in 2024 with its constant references…

Doctors employed by Manx Care are planning to take industrial action primarily to achieve a 12.5% pay increase. A ballot last month showed 95% of the 121 doctors who voted supported the move as they feel that their concerns are not being taken seriously enough. They tell Perspective why they are threatening this unprecedented action and they don’t …

Results, reaction and analysis from today's football, rugby and hockey action from across the Isle of Man. Plus draws for the GH Corlett Woods Cup Quarter Finals, Under-18s FA Cup and Masters FA Cup. Simon Quine is joined by Tony Mepham, Dave Christian and Ben Cunningham.Bởi Manx Radio

On the programme this week ..... RICHARD GAMBLE explains how his passionate belief in the power of prayer has resulted in a 20-year quest to fulfil his dream of creating the Eternal Wall of Answered Prayer - a stunning piece of architectural art, made up of a million bricks, and designed to provoke a conversation about prayer. Richard was a guest o…

The Jazz Hamsters bring you Part 1 of their look back at some favourite albums from 2024!Bởi Manx Radio

H with his round up of the worst of Manx Radio from 2024. We're getting better. Apparently . .Bởi Manx Radio

The cost of recycling and the effect of fly-tipping, Bishop's vote update, homelessness survey open until 27th, progress of Crogga Gas, Douglas sea wall opinion & doctors' strike called off. It’s Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Wednesday 22nd January 2025Bởi Manx Radio

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.Bởi Manx Radio

Some reaction to the changes President Trump has made in his first day of office, thoughts on the doctors' strike being deferred, goats and a few more...train references. It's the Mannin Line with Beth Espey.Bởi Manx Radio

Howard Parkin (MBE!) talks to Christy DeHaven, giving us a heads up on what we can expect to see in the Island’s Night Skies in 2025. From eclipses to occultations, aurora to meteor showers, there's plenty to keep us occupied as we look up over the next 12 months.Bởi Manx Radio

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.Bởi Manx Radio

A lot covered in today's programme, and if Beth is allowed to host ever again, it'll be a miracle.Bởi Manx Radio

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.Bởi Manx Radio

A lively programme today with lots of issues raised by callers - which is always welcome. Among them, a regular contributor defends his position and a 98-year old caller urges for common sense when it comes to banking for older people. It's the Mannin Line with Beth Espey.Bởi Manx Radio

We hear from the Health Minister on today's programme, giving an initial reaction to news of the doctors strike next week. We'll also hear the thoughts of a bank bencher who believes there needs to be a 'complete forensic overview' of Manx Care and its spending. Also - some good news from Ramsey as a hut on the South Beach is officially opened.…

Thoughts from you about the doctors strike today, should they be paid what they're asking for? Also some questions about patients travelling off-Island for certain treatments, could they be done over here? It's the Mannin Line with Beth Espey.Bởi Manx Radio

What is safeguarding - and what do the teams across the Island who work in this area do on a day-to-day basis to keep our most vulnerable people safe? That's the question Siobhán Fletcher is asking in this special Island Life programme. We’ll hear from the various agencies who make up the MASH and find out how they’d tackle a real case. If you thin…

- The Doctors strike is due to get underway next week - theres more on that - There changes afoot to the minimum wage in the Isle of Man - we'll hear about that - Plus Good Morning Island Games - Lorraine Kelly has been named as one of the hosts at this year's event in OrkneyBởi Manx Radio

We hear about the artwork and design of a set of stamps to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the IOM Arts Council, more about the history of the council itself, and a look forward to 2025 at the Erin Arts CouncilBởi Manx Radio

Reaction from you about doctors striking on the Isle of Man for the first time, concern about dirty buses and calls to the programme about what MHKs actually do, a plea for more play areas in Douglas and the linkspan in Heysham among other subjects. It's the Mannin Line with Beth EspeyBởi Manx Radio

BBC continuity announcer and presenter of the shipping forecast, Amanda Litherland, talks to Manx Radio's Chris Pearson about the forecast, what it means to people, her career and growing up here on the Isle of Man.Bởi Manx Radio

Tonight, breaking news as doctors on the Isle of Man announce they will strike for the first time in the Island's history. We bring you the details about the industrial action, which will start at 7am on Wednesday 22 January and end at 7am on Friday 24 January.Bởi Manx Radio

More on the fire which closed a road in Ramsey for two hours this morning, how can we reinvent the Manx high street and some news which is out of this world.Bởi Manx Radio

Politics dominated today's programme, with discussion about the number of MHKs and MLCs needed for the Isle of Man. Is it time for reform and if so, what form should that take? There were also differing opinions on the new ratios for teachers travelling with children on school trips. If you have any thoughts to share before the next Mannin Line, yo…

A woman whose mum was abandoned in Ballure Glen near Ramsey as a baby nearly 80 years ago believes she may have traced the family names of her birth grandparents. Mary Ramsey, who was later adopted and renamed Stephanie Taylor (née French), was raised in the UK where she lived until her death in 2012. Her daughter Lorraine Berry has now used DNA tr…

On the 4th March the House of Keys will choose four people to become members of the Legislative Council. Prior to that vote, Agenda will be speaking with all the candidates so that you can find out more about the people that hope to become national politicians, voting in Tynwald on policy and finance and playing a significant role in shaping the la…

More on the fire which closed a road in Ramsey for two hours this morning, how can we reinvent the Manx high street and some news which is out of this world.Bởi Manx Radio

Should we cover Strand Street to encourage more shoppers? A caller also tells us IOM Post are stopping Savers Stamps, during the programme we get the official information and callers discuss why more people don't buy Manx produce. It's Mannin Line with Beth Espey - Monday 13 January 2025Bởi Manx Radio

We're on the way southwards down the east coast with William Gell in his 1906 poem, Mannin Veg Veen : A Poetical Sketch of the Isle of Man. As he tells us, we'll be coming back to some of the places barely mentioned in this quick coastal tour which has made up Cantos I and II of his poem, with seven more to come. We arrive back in Douglas Bay now. …

Normally on Perspective we hear from seasoned voices giving their sage opinions on the affairs of the day. This week at least for the first part of the program we break from the norm and hear from Castle Rushen High School Junior Achievement program entrants Gate 2 plate. They aim to help strengthen the connection between Manx food consumers and th…

Special guests this week are leaders at the London Institute for Contemporary Christianity - Chief Executive Officer Paul Woolley, and Director of Church Relations, Ken Benjamin - they're asking - how might Jesus live your life? - or my life ? The LICC exists to 'join the dots' between church life and life outside the church - to show that in a hea…

Results, reaction and analysis from today's football, rugby and hockey action from across the Isle of Man Rob Pritchard is joined by Tony Mepham, Dave Christian and Ben CunninghamBởi Manx Radio

In tonight's programme: The two Division 2 title rivals will meet in a potentially pivotal clash as one of the headline ties in this weekend's Isle of Man football fixtures With two trophies in the bag this season already, what's next for Ayre United? We get the thoughts of their first team manager In rugby, Douglas are back at home with a daunting…

Two public sector employers have put new offers on the table in a bid to end disputes over pay. Reaction to the pending closure of another of Ramsey's bank branches. And we hear how the Steam Packet helped pay tribute to a woman known as a 'Manx Viking Queen'. Oh.. and the Mountain Road has reopened! That's Update for Friday 10 January with Lewis F…

Some breaking news from a teaching union in tonight's programme, also concern about heating costs for those in sheltered accommodation, more on the Island's leucistic hen harrier and news of a reindeer who's still on the Island...find out more here.Bởi Manx Radio

January 11th 2025 marks 25 years since the Solway Harvester sank off the Isle of Man, with the loss of all on board. RNLI crewmen John McCreadie and Peter Cowin, Captain Stephen Carter of Laxey Towing Co and Dudley Butt, former Detective Chief Inspector of the Isle of Man Constabulary, along with Manx Radio reporter Dave Moore, recall the events of…

Rents, roads and more on the leucistic Hen Harrier. It's Mannin Line with Beth Espey.Bởi Manx Radio

In the first Spotlight of 2025, we hear from an Isle of Man student appearing in the Cambridge Footlights this spring, talk to the king of puns Milton Jones ahead of his show on the Island next month and catch up with the Arts Council as they look forward to their 60th anniversary year.Bởi Manx Radio

Numbers of people attending Noble's Hospital, driving to the conditions and some....interesting gritter names on today's show.Bởi Manx Radio

We hear the very latest weather forecast live from the Met Office, there are some tips for driving in icy conditions and we hear about a very special Manx woman making her way home.Bởi Manx Radio

Tonight pay disputes, pay rises, some advice about the route into politics, a looming deadline if you're thinking about becoming an MLC and something heartwarming from St Ninian's High School.Bởi Manx Radio

More about the Hen Harrier which has been seen around Jurby, the photograph you can see here was taken by Peter Christian. Also today concerns about the high street and how it competes against the convenience and price of online shopping and should there still be school uniform? #iom #manninline #manxradio…

Results, reaction and analysis of the latest football and rugby action across the Isle of Man PLUS, the draws are made in Manx football for the first round proper of this year's Ecap FA Cup and GH Corlett Woods Cup. And in hockey, draws are made for the opening rounds of the 2025 Men's and Ladies cup tournaments Ben Cunningham is joined by Tony Mep…

Match highlights of the NWCFL Premier Division fixture between FC Isle of Man and Glossop North End at The Bowl in Douglas. As a new calendar year gets underway, both sides were looking to make a winning start to 2025 in the first meeting of both teams this campaign Match commentary from Rob Pritchard and Tony Mepham…

Agenda 6.1.25 In the final November sitting of Legislative Council members held their second Evidence Stage on the Assisted Dying Bill and MLCs heard from two expert witnesses Bridget Carter and Dr Claud Regnard as well as the Bill’s promoter Alex Allinson. Ms Carter works to prevent coercive behaviour towards vulnerable elderly people and Dr Regna…

Happy New Year! Welcome to the first news roundup of 2025 where we make some predictions for the year ahead. Also in this episode Manx Care and St Christopher's tell us they're fully committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children on the Island, and we speak to some rather unusual spectators at the Raven's game at the weekend.…