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.

Update Thursday 11 December 2025

The day's main news with Beth Espey including an update on a timeline replacement Castle Rushen High School, fluoride and a mammoth marathon effort.

12-11
27:37

Update Wednesday 10th December, 2025

Climate Change has dominated proceedings in Tynwald today - we'll wrap up exactly what has been saidThe Department of Home Affairs has responded to online calls for the resignations of its Minister and Prison GovernorAnd are we happy? The latest Social Attitudes Survey results have been published by the Isle of Man Government

12-10
30:00

Update Tuesday 9th December, 2025

The latest information on Storm BramA temporary closure for the minor injuries unit at Ramsey & District Cottage Hospital

12-09
30:00

Update Monday 8th December, 2025

The Treasury Minister responds to Chamber of Commerce claims about the forthcoming minimum wage...A number of motorists are feeling deflated after their cars suffered punctures on a stretch of road in Douglas...Plus small parcels still can't be sent to the US despite the same restriction being lifted in the UK and Guernsey

12-08
30:00

Update Friday 5 December 2025

All the latest news about potential bus strikes, social housing sales and some good news from Ramsey.

12-05
28:05

Update Thursday 4 December 2025

All the day's main news in under half an hour with Beth Espey.

12-04
27:27

Update Wednesday 3 December 2025

The day's main news including what's happening at Ramsey Cottage Hospital with Beth Espey.

12-03
26:50

Update Tuesday 2 December 2025

All the latest news of the day in under half an hour with Beth Espey.

12-02
27:58

Update Monday 1st December, 2025

A Douglas man is jailed after what Police call their most complex child abuse image investigationTreasury Minister Alex Allinson outlines why its better to scrap the MiCard systemPlus, FC Isle of Man manager Rick Holden insists his side must win this coming weekend following a poor run

12-01
30:00

Update Friday 28 November 2025

A high-ranking government official has flagged a year of disruption and cock-ups for the Island’s digital and eGaming sector, in a move that breaks convention.Three men have been jailed for plotting to import major sums of cocaine hidden in a mini-fridge.A final decision has been made about the pedestrianisation of Market Square in Castletown.

11-28
27:19

Update Thursday 27 November 2025

A round-up of the day's main news in under 30 minutes with Beth Espey.

11-27
26:58

Update Wednesday 26 November 2025

The day's main news including implications for the Isle of Man after the UK budget.

11-26
28:00

Update Tuesday 25 November 2025

The day's main news round-up with Beth Espey.

11-25
27:50

Update Monday 24 November 2025

All the main news of the day with Beth Espey.

11-24
30:25

Update Friday 21 November 2025

A run down of the day's main news with Beth Espey

11-21
28:21

Update Thursday 20 November 2025

We have the latest on the MiCard situation as users without bank accounts are told they will get new cards in the new year.Reaction to the UK Covid Inquiry.Will the target for the new Castle Rushen High School be hit?And we hear what was on the mind of the regulars at the Woodbourne Pub this lunchtime.It's Update on Manx Radio with Lewis Foster for Thursday, 20 November.

11-20
27:53

Update Wednesday 19 November 2025

All the day's main news in under half an hour with Beth Espey.

11-19
26:58

Update Tuesday 18 November 2025

All the latest from Tynwald in tonight's episode including what's happened to the North and West Area plan.More debate about MiCards, we hear about the Sports Awards nominations opening and we meet a dog who likes to visit cathedrals.

11-18
27:39

Update Monday 17 November 2025

On tonight's programme with Beth - we speak to the Isle of Man Medical Society about a report examining the relationship between Manx Care and the Department of Health and Social Care.One MLC says it’s time for a wider conversation about how constitutional changes are made.The Isle of Man Foodbank reports a surge in requests for help - but says donations aren’t keeping pace.And there’s a call for Christmas present donations as more families find themselves struggling financially.

11-17
30:00

Update Friday 14 November 2025

In this episode, we bring you more reaction from the farming community after news this week that a local veterinary practice will soon withdraw its farm services.As the world marks World Diabetes Day, we talk to parents about the everyday reality of raising a child with diabetes the challenges, the routines, and the support they rely on.We also look into something you might not have thought about: how much it actually costs the Department of Infrastructure to produce car tax discs each month.

11-14
27:25

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