H chats to polymath of film, music, production and now writing Dave Armstrong about his first novel 'The Clearing', hears more about this year's Guild which starts soon and the Wild Mann Photographic exhibition at the Manx Museum. #IOMAC #DAM #MNH #Guild manxradio.com/podcasts/spotl…

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Cannan on Covid Report, TT merchandiser's paid upfront, Ravens drew last night, Bride Commissioners on Civic Amenity costs & Fatima Whitbread here for children in care. It's Update with Andy Wint #iom #news #manxradio manxradio.com/podcasts/manx-…

The former education minister has admitted government did a 'major U-turn' with regards to the Southern Swimming Pool.

Julie Edge asked the chief minister in Tynwald yesterday what measures are in place to ensure fiscal responsibility. manxradio.com/news/isle-of-m…

The new provider of TT merchandise - Source Lab - has had to make an upfront payment to the Department of Enterprise ahead of starting its contract. 🏍️

Five businesses tendered for the contract - none of them were Isle of Man based. 🇮🇲 manxradio.com/news/isle-of-m…

The Department of Health and Social Care is unaware of how many children aged between 13 and 17 have been prescribed antidepressants by a GP. manxradio.com/news/isle-of-m…

Tynwald has condemned the attacks that have occurred in the Middle East and is calling for a permanent ceasefire and the immediate release of all hostages.

All the details 👇 manxradio.com/news/isle-of-m…

It's hoped a new event starting this weekend can be a boost to women and girls cricket on the Isle of Man

The Female Cricket Super Series is set to run over six weekends between April and September manxradio.com/news/isle-of-m…

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Newson's given away for free, Steam Packet staff travel, Manx Care record, 25 petrol stations in Douglas, a plaque for Donald Teare & Kelly's Eye at IOM College. It's Mannin Line w/Andy Wint #iom #manninline #manxradio manxradio.com/podcasts/manx-…

Is access to the internet a basic human requirement? 👨‍💻

Tynwald has backed calls for the communications regulator to investigate implementing social internet tariffs. manxradio.com/news/isle-of-m…

The IOMCGA says ongoing uncertainty around the 2026 Commonwealth Games is 'disconcerting'

The CGF has confirmed it's considering 'multiple proposals' which could include a 'scaled-back' offering in two years time manxradio.com/news/isle-of-m…

Tynwald approves additional £2.3 million for Summerhill View care home. manxradio.com/news/isle-of-m…

A two-time Olympic medallist is visiting the Island to advocate for children and young people in care. 

Fatima Whitbread is representing 'Fatima's UK Campaign'. manxradio.com/news/isle-of-m…

Treasury is seeking two new finance and marketing specialists for the Steam Packet board.

The successful candidates will earn £20,000 for 24 days work per year. manxradio.com/news/isle-of-m…

Tuesday's match between Governors Athletic and Pulrose United was abandoned after what's being described as a 'huge fight'. manxradio.com/news/isle-of-m…

Can we install them every April?☔

The Douglas Umbrella Project has received permission from Douglas City Council to suspend 410 umbrellas over Strand Street, Duke Street and Castle Street ⛱

It hopes to celebrate the Island's diversity 💖 manxradio.com/news/isle-of-m…

On #ManxRadio Breakfast next:
 
The chief minister says he's sorry for any trauma caused as a result of government's response to Covid, but one MHK fears the Island is still vulnerable to future outbreaks.

We'll hear about the debate on government's handling of the pandemic.

Government is being urged to do something about the derelict former Newson’s buildings on North Quay in Douglas.

It follows the decision by the owner of the site, Kelman, to ‘give up’ with plans to redevelop it. manxradio.com/news/isle-of-m…

A candidate in the upcoming Port St Mary by-election says there needs to be more support for the local businesses in the village. 

Jean Teare says she would try to encourage more footfall and promotion of the facilities - including the beach.  manxradio.com/news/isle-of-m…

Bride Commissioners says it made the 'right decision' for its residents by pulling out of the Northern Civic Amenity Site. 

Last night, the local authority said reasons behind the decision were financial and also because the system is 'unfair'. manxradio.com/news/isle-of-m…

Kate Brunner KC's 3,600 page report into government's handling of the Covid-19 pandemic has been on the agenda in Tynwald 🦠

A look at the main talking points below 👇 manxradio.com/news/isle-of-m…