Manx Radio - Update
The daily podcast of Manx Radio's Update Programme. The definitive roundup of Isle of Man and International news of the day from the Island's No.1 news source.
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Episodes
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Update Thursday 13 March 2025
Thursday, 13 March 2025
- The Isle of Man Medical Society's raising concerns about Manx Care's mandate- The Chair of Michael District Commissioners gives his opinion on the introduction of new 20mph speed limits - The selling of vaping products to those under the age of 18 is also under the spotlight
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Update Wednesday 12 March 2025
Wednesday, 12 March 2025
- As the issue over cancer screenings rumbles on there looks as if there will be a lengthy debate in Tynwald next week- A local politician's claiming the Government is behind on its delivery of the island plan- There's advice on what to do if you suspect you've received a scam message regarding a parcel delivery
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Update 11 March 2025
Tuesday, 11 March 2025
- The health minister's defending the wording of Manx care's Mandate around the frequency of cancer screenings- A report's revealed a third or private asylum accommodation providers in Ireland has links to Isle of Man companies- The Isle of Man will host the World Skateboard championships in July
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Manx Radio Update
Monday, 10 March 2025
An MHK's been invited to visit Ukraine by an Onchan man who lives there following online comments the politician made about the warA petition calling for the Isle of man to keep its gold service breast screening programme has over 3,000 signaturesInforming the island's population about the copper rollout is a top priority according to the local telecoms regulators
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Update Friday 7 March 2025
Friday, 7 March 2025
The treasury minister explains why he’ll be asking Tynwald to approve an additional £20 million for the health service, despite it only overspending by £15.8 million.What’s happening with the Newson’s site in Douglas?There’s an uplift on the number of cruise ships penned to visit the Isle of Man this summer.
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Update Thursday 6 March 2025
Thursday, 6 March 2025
Time to catch up with all the news from around the Island - what's happening at the airport and what's planned for St John's? We also talk about student awards on the Island and have you heard about the Viking settlement in Jurby?
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Update Wednesday 5 March 2025
Wednesday, 5 March 2025
What's happening with parentcraft sessions on the Island? The Chief Minister reflects on his meeting with the UK Security Minister and some great news for Manx beer production. It's all in Update with Beth Espey
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Update Tuesday 4 March 2025
Tuesday, 4 March 2025
Manx Care sets out plans to save money, we hear about what happened in today's Legislative Council election and breaking news regarding Summerland - all that and more in tonight's Update with Beth Espey.
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Update Monday 3 March 2025
Monday, 3 March 2025
Here's your latest news round up with Beth Espey.
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Update Friday, 28 February 2025
Friday, 28 February 2025
We hear what Tesco has to say after some Manx businesses raise concerns about working with the supermarket giant. The latest stage of the work to restore Queen’s Pier in Ramsey is facing some challenges.And would a new approach help combat anti-social behaviour in Onchan?It's Update on Manx Radio for Friday, 28 February 2025 with Lewis Foster.
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Update Thursday 27 February 2025
Thursday, 27 February 2025
What’s happening with Crogga? There are question marks over plans to drill for gas in Manx waters as the company’s licence faces renewal.We hear why parents are being asked to raise any issues they have with their child's school through the 'appropriate channels'.And tonight, the Isle of Man Sports Awards return! Manx Radio Sports Editor Rob Pritchard has been speaking to guest-of-honour Great Britain Olympic triathlon champion Georgia Taylor-Brown.All that and much more of the latest news on and from the Isle of Man on Manx Radio's Update for Thursday, 27 February with Lewis Foster.
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Update Wednesday 26 February 2025
Wednesday, 26 February 2025
We have the latest on the assisted dying bill as members of the House of Keys return three amendments back to the Legislative Council. Manx businesses explain what they’re doing to adapt to a world with AI.Some breaking news regarding the future of the MV Arrow.And keep your eyes on the skies this week and you may be in for a treat.That's Update for Wednesday, 26 February with Lewis Foster.
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Update Tuesday 25 February 2025
Tuesday, 25 February 2025
More details of what's happening with the Northern Civic Amenity Site and do you recognise the farewell lyrics of a retiring MLC...?
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Update Monday 24 February 2025
Monday, 24 February 2025
Stuck waiting at Liverpool John Lennon because you arrived three-hours ahead of your flight?Catch up with all the latest news from the Isle of Man!In this edition of Update we hear from the director of the Cyber Security Centre after it was revealed that Manx residents lost £2.2 million to scammers last year.A Douglas man has been jailed for six years after causing the death of an Onchan resident by driving dangerously.And we’ll be hearing about Manx Care’s hopes of switching to a more community focussed model of care from April.All that plus sport, weather... and much, much more.It's Updat...
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Update Thursday 20 February 2025
Thursday, 20 February 2025
Don't be the last to know - keep up to date with the very latest in today's episode of Update with Beth Espey.
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Update Wednesday 19 February 2025
Wednesday, 19 February 2025
Lots of interesting stuff in this episode including an interview with the Royal College of Nursing about the strike ballot for its members, a word from the Steam Packet about changes to its adult-child ratios and some criticism of an MHK's comments in Tynwald this week about staffing levels at Noble's Hospital.
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Update Tuesday 18 February 2025
Tuesday, 18 February 2025
A breakdown of the Budget 2025 in today's episode.For all the details visit Manx Radio's Budget minisite, supported by Manx Radio here.
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Update Friday 14 February 2025
Friday, 14 February 2025
A round-up of the day's main news with Beth Espey
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Update Monday 17 February 2025
Friday, 14 February 2025
All the news from the Isle of Man you need to know in under 30 minutes - in this episode what's happening with the Lieutenant Governor's term, some Budget 2025 predictions and a lovely story about how robot pets are helping dementia patients on the Isle of Man.
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Update Thursday 13 February 2025
Thursday, 13 February 2025
In this episode we hear the latest from the ongoing death by dangerous driving trial. We also find out the names of the 16 people hoping to get a seat on Legco - and should all taxis on the Island be electric?
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Update Wednesday 12 February 2025
Wednesday, 12 February 2025
A round-up of the day's news with Beth Espey
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Update Tuesday 11 February 2025
Tuesday, 11 February 2025
Changes to Assisted Dying Legislation in the UK won't affect laws over here, teenagers tell us there's nothing for them to do on the Island - and we learn what word Beth really struggles to say.
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Update Monday 10 February 2025
Monday, 10 February 2025
Concerns for the future of air connectivity as easyJet reduces its flight schedule.ANPR cameras soon to be introduced at the Island’s ports.The minister quoted by UK press as being 'glad that the Isle of Man has scrapped the triple lock' issues clarification.And can a 2,000-year-old spoon predict the future?It's Update for Monday, 10 February with Lewis Foster.
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Update Friday 7 February 2025
Friday, 7 February 2025
A roundup of the news for Friday - including easyJet flight reductions, the issue of people not turning up to GP appointments and something special has arrived in Peel...you'll be able to see it from Sunday.
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Update Thursday 6 February 2025
Thursday, 6 February 2025
Pay offers, dental waiting lists and a practice announcing it's handing back its contract to Manx Care. It's all in Update with Beth Espey.
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Update Wednesday 5 February 2025
Wednesday, 5 February 2025
Manx Care faces tough questions from a Tynwald committee over service cuts.A dyslexia campaigner throws her name into the ring for a seat on the Legislative Council.And heartbreak for FC Isle of Man as Bury snatch a last-minute win.
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Update Tuesday 4 February 2025
Tuesday, 4 February 2025
The health minister has faced questions from backbench politicians for the first time since an embargoed press release was leaked, outlining planned health service cuts.Meanwhile, we examine the impact of dogs worrying livestock after recent incidents surfaced on social media.And, plans to align the minimum wage with the living wage by year-end have stalled.
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Update Monday 3 February 2025
Monday, 3 February 2025
More discussion about health financing - with some good news from Manx Care about services impacting families and those hoping to be parents.
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Update Friday 31 January 2025
Friday, 31 January 2025
We take you through what's happened with Manx Care this week - including interview with its CEO Teresa Cope, the Chief Minister and the Health Minister.Just what was the deal with that embargoed press release?
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Manx Radio Update
Thursday, 30 January 2025
We hear from the Chief Executive of Manx Care.There's a warning for anyone wishing to become a commissioner in a local authority.Former Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott, on the day of his funeral, is remembered for his help in raising the Solway Harvester.