This week is International Control Room Week, so we've been getting a behind-the-scenes look at ours. In the last of this series, we're speaking to Wendy Hulme. She's one of the operators in the Emergency Services Joint Control Room and has been speaking to Amy Griffiths:Di Radio Manx Ltd

Food prices, heating and staying on top of their budget during the winter months is still a concern for lots of people on the Isle of Man, according to the Salvation Army. The charity is holding a free budgeting course next month, hoping to help people understand their own attitudes to money and look at the impact borrowing can have.…

This week is International Control Room Week, so we've been getting a behind-the-scenes look at ours. Today we're hearing from Sergeant Lee Wright. He's one of the Forces Incident Managers, and has been telling Amy Griffiths more about the role:Di Radio Manx Ltd

The chair of the Manx Motor Cycle Club which organises the Manx Grand Prix says it's hoped the return of the Classic TT will attract more people to the Isle of Man and assist the hospitality sector.Di Radio Manx Ltd

The chief executive of Manx Care says she doesn't think they're even close to being able to resolve a pay dispute with its doctors in the British Medical Association. The union is calling for a 12.6% pay rise for the 2023-24 financial year, and could ballot its members for industrial action if a pay award isn't agreed. Teresa Cope has been speaking…

This week is International Control Room Week, so we've been getting a behind-the-scenes look at ours. Today we're hearing from Glen Corlett who's a supervisor in the Emergency Services Joint Control Room Operations Manager. In the UK, demand on the service is continuing to rise, with it taking longer to respond to calls and, in some places, ambulan…

This week is International Control Room Week, so we've been getting a behind-the-scenes look at ours. Today we're hearing from Gail Anderson. She joined the Emergency Services Joint Control Room a couple of years ago as one of the newly created clinical navigators. Gail's been telling Amy Griffiths more:…

Doctors employed by Manx Care on the Isle of Man are to ballot for industrial action. The British Medical Association is asking for a 12.6 percent uplift in pay for the 23/24 financial year. Siobhán Fletcher caught up with Dr Prakash Thiagarajan to find out more.Di Radio Manx Ltd

An Onchan MHK believes structural changes are needed at Manx Care to secure the future of the Island's health service. Julie Edge says reforming healthcare should be a priority for Alfred Cannan adding we need action now.Di Radio Manx Ltd

Arbory, Castletown and Malew MHK Tim Glover has tabled a motion of no-confidence against Chief Minister Alfred Cannan. It will take place during next week's sitting of the House of Keys. Lewis Foster caught up with Tim to find out why.Di Radio Manx Ltd

This week is International Control Room Week, and we've been getting a behind-the-scenes look at ours. First up today is Greg Norton. He's the Emergency Services Joint Control Room Operations Manager and has been telling Amy Griffiths what the role of the ESJCR is:Di Radio Manx Ltd

The chief minister has hit back at comments made by the former Health Minister calling him 'disingenuous' for continuing to make broader comments about the council of ministers' position. It's after Lawrie Hooper said CoMin ‘completely ignored’ information provided by Manx Care about the impact on service delivery if cuts were made.…

The RNLI says it understands the frustrations of lifeboat crew working in Douglas saying it remains ‘absolutely committed’ to providing the capital with a new vessel and suitable station. A consultation, and data review, is being launched later this month (28 October) to assess which lifeboat would be best suited to the capital. The current Mersey …

We would be surprised if you hadn't heard what happened in the first Tynwald after the summer recess - but just in case, Phil Gawne takes you through the highlights. Probably one to listen to with a strong cup of tea...Di Radio Manx Ltd

The chief minister says he will be considering who should be the next health and social care minister over the coming days. It follows the dramatic resignation of former post-holder Lawrie Hooper and a subsequent war-of-words with Alfred Cannan. The political spat has raised questions about confidence in Mr Cannan's leadership - and that of the Cou…

An MHK says she was 'ethically unable' to continue in her role within the Department of Health and Social Care. Joney Faragher tendered her resignation shortly after Health Minister Lawrie Hooper stepped down. She says she fundamentally disagrees with the direction she believes CoMIN is travelling in when it comes to healthcare funding:…

A southern MHK believes the time is now to start having conversations around a potential no-confidence vote in the current administration. Speaking on Manx Radio Breakfast Arbory, Castletown and Malew's Tim Glover described the scene that played out in Tynwald yesterday with Health Minister Lawrie Hooper and department member Joney Faragher submitt…

The chief minster says Lawrie Hooper is 'clutching at straws' after quitting as health minister. The Ramsey MHK is accusing Alfred Cannan of wanting to privatise the NHS. But Mr Cannan has refuted these claims.Di Radio Manx Ltd

Manx Radio's Phil Gawne speaks to Lawrie Hooper, who has today resigned from his post as Health and Social Care Minister. The Ramsey MHK made the announcement in the first Tynwald session back after the summer recess.Di Radio Manx Ltd

Lawrie Hooper has resigned from his post as Health and Social Care Minister. The Ramsey MHK made the announcement today (15 October) in the first Tynwald session back after the summer recess. He told the court that "resigning is the last card I have left to play":Di Radio Manx Ltd

The cost of running the Island's healthcare services has been a big talking point over the last couple of weeks. As Manx Care announces cuts to services, questions have been raised over how the organisation is financed, and whether the model is sustainable. In this episode of the Manx Newscast, Manx Care Chief Executive Teresa Cope tells Manx Radio…

Douglas Council says the formation of a housing association is putting a 'plaster' on a bigger issue. Leader Claire Wells believes the solution to the current crisis lies with fixing the 'broken' funding mechanism for social housing. The local authority is the largest housing provider on the Island and has requested the Department of Infrastructure…

An Isle of Man charity has been donated a former Fire and Rescue Service fire engine which will be driven to the war torn country before the end of this month and handed over to volunteer firefighters in Mykolaiv. Simon Richardson takes up the story.Di Radio Manx Ltd

Manx Utilities chief, Phil King, talks to Simon Richardson about a planned all-Island consultation on proposals for the Cair Vie onshore windfarm at Earystane in the south of the Island.Di Radio Manx Ltd

Christian Jones sits down with Dr Prakash Thiagarajan from the British Medical Association to analyse the results of a survey of Manx Care doctors, which reveals a lack of confidence in management, low morale and a poor culture.Di Radio Manx Ltd

Siobhán Fletcher sits down with Manx Care Chief Executive Teresa Cope to talk further cuts announced by the healthcare body to save money this financial year.Di Radio Manx Ltd

Manx Care says it's had to make some tough decisions to try and avoid overspending this year. But what exactly is putting the healthcare provider under such pressure? Sian and Ben have been speaking to the Treasury Minister Dr Alex Allinson to find out:Di Radio Manx Ltd

The Manx Labour Party says it stands 'resolutely' with healthcare being free at the point of use and a 'strongly resists' charges being introduced or services cut. It comes as Manx Care warns of 'unpalatable decisions' being made in order to balance the books. The political party is calling for a renewed look at tax reform, saying thresholds for hi…

The Department for Enterprise has ruled out adding politicians to the list of 'prescribed persons' in whistleblowing cases due to concerns over confidentiality and potential politicisation. That's despite a majority of respondents to a public consultation supporting Tynwald members being recognised as someone to whom a disclosure can be made. Thirt…

The health minister says he doesn't think a decision to cut elective surgery procedures for up to six months would have been taken by Manx Care if it had been given any other options. Lawrie Hooper told Manx Radio while the move is technically a decision made by the health body it's come at the 'behest of those on high'.…

A Ramsey MHK believes government needs to be getting involved in the ongoing situation with the Northern Civic Amenity Site. Lawrie Hooper says a 'solution' could be to remove the quarry rates income from Bride Commissioners and use this money to fund the £67,000 shortfall. The joint committee which operates the site claims that Bride is ‘determine…

Government is 'out of touch' with the challenges Manx residents face when it comes to housing, according to one MHK. It's after the infrastructure minister said it's 'impossible' to calculate a market value for affordable housing . Douglas South member Claire Christian says quoting prescriptive selling prices without considering market conditions c…

A pensioner from Ramsey has told Manx Radio he's 'aghast' at how much he's paying for his heating each month in a sheltered housing complex. It's because the facility is charged a commercial rate for its energy rather than residential. Chanelle Sukhoo has been speaking to Eric Corkish and Ramsey Commissioner Luke Parker:…

Siobhán Fletcher sits down with Manx Care Chief Executive Teresa Cope to talk plans to slash surgical lists. She responds to listener concerns and critiques from the Isle of Man Medical Society, and says 'unpalatable' decisions are 'necessary' to balance the books.Di Radio Manx Ltd

Planned changes by Manx Care to slash surgical lists will lead to people waiting longer to be treated according to the Isle of Man Medical Society. The healthcare body is reducing the number of elective theatre sessions by an average of 5.5 per week as a cost-cutting measure. The society's President Elect, Dr Sean Crerand, and Chair, Dr Prakash Thi…

A 'hoard' of Viking coins that's been discovered on the Isle of Man will be on display for the public to view at the Manx Museum from today (2 October). Manx Radio's Chanelle Sukhoo spoke to one of the people that discovered the 36 silver coins, David O'Hare and the curator of archaeology at Manx National Heritage, Alison Fox.…

Isle of Man Meats is hoping to tackle a 'global shortage' by offering apprenticeships to wannabe butchers. The 18 month course gives the students hands-on training to learn the essential skills. Harry Lewis and Ethan Perry are the first apprentices to take it on. They've been telling Amy Griffiths more along with Kelley Corlett from Isle of Man Mea…

Vice Chair of the Manx Motorcycle Club Jim Hunter tells us about the trip he's been on to Ukraine delivering equipment to schools there. He also gives us glimpse of what life is like for those living with the constant threat of conflict and describes the warm welcome he and his party have received.Di Radio Manx Ltd

A couple from London have raised more than £120,000 to fund a new D-class inshore lifeboat which will help the Royal National Lifeboat Institution. The RNLI-911 challenge started a month ago and saw James and Belinda Richardson travel 911 hours in a Porsche 911 to all the lifeboat stations in the UK. At 9.11 this morning their journey came to an en…

Many small Islands around the world share similar problems when it comes to provision of healthcare. Now, KPMG has launched a global healthcare hub for small islands, enabling them to share experience and best practice to tailor their approach to the specific needs of their people.Di Radio Manx Ltd

Bus Vannin is apologising to Isle of Man residents following ongoing disruption to the bus network in recent weeks. It's been publishing daily updates - highlighting routes at risk of cancellation due to staff shortages and illness. Head of Operations Ian Bates has been addressing some of the speculation around reasons for the disruption:…

How safe do you feel on our Island? The chief constable outlined in his annual report that his aim for the force is to make the Isle of Man the 'safest island in the British Isles'. But after a number of high profile incidents in recent months seeing the deployment of armed officers, is that still the case here? Superintendent Danny Rotchell is in …

A woman who's aiming to complete two laps of the Raad ny Foillan is set to complete her challenge today. Anjie Rook is the Associate Director of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution and has been walking the Island's coastline - 200 miles in total - to mark 200 years of the lifesaving charity. So far she's raised almost £2,900. Sir William Hillar…

This year's edition of Manx Litfest is now well and truly underway. This evening (Weds 25 Sept), the Island is playing host to an award-winning writer, environmental activist and Professor of Contemporary Fiction at Manchester Metropolitan University. Monique Roffey will be at the Erin Arts Centre tonight from 7:30pm to discuss her latest book, Pas…

This week marks Organ Donation Week - a campaign that takes place each year to raise awareness about the ongoing need for donors. According to the NHS, in the UK, more than 7,600 people are in need of a transplant including 250 children. Each year 1,400 people donate however the waiting list continues to rise. Aedan Klieve was born in 2020 needing …

An event held in the capital last night (23 September) sought to link up local producers with buyers from the Island and beyond. 'Meet Your Producer' was a joint venture between the Department for Enterprise and the Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture. But in the year the Isle of Man Food and Drink Festival was cancelled - are events li…

The new chair of the Isle of Man Meat Plant says the revamped board wants to 'reinstate a sense of pride' in Manx meat. Damien Corcoran's appointment was announced as a part of a shake-up by the Department of Environment Food and Agriculture. Siobhán Fletcher sat down with him after the appointment was announced, to find out what he's planning on d…

Government's announced a new board aiming to tackle issues faced by the hospitality industry. It's the latest support measure for the sector announced by the Department for Enterprise. The 'primary objectives' of the Hospitality Isle of Man Board are said to be fostering collaboration, enhancing food and drink tourism and proactively addressing the…

A charity on the Isle of Man is preparing to open its 40th school in an area of the world where there are significant challenges in accessing quality education and health provision. The Pahar Trust Nepal is marking 30 years since its inception with a celebratory event on 28 September. The guest speaker will be record breaking mountaineer Hari Budha…

The Isle of Man Government cannot rely on volunteers and motivated individuals who are dedicated to the Manx language to promote it. That’s the call being made by experts from the European Charter for Regional or Minority Languages which looks at protecting Cornish, Manx Gaelic, Irish, Scottish Gaelic and Welsh. It says government must ‘put its mon…