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Celtic League says government failing over Island poverty

Moghrey Mie — Friday, 1 May 2026

The Celtic League has accused politicians of failing the public, after a report to Tynwald revealed… Plus: Ramsey Cottage Hospital services to return in time…
Vol I · No 851
06:00 BST · 5 min
A daily morning briefing for Ellan Vannin

Moghrey · Mie

The Isle of Man morning briefing·from across the Isle of Man
Friday 1 May 2026 Jeheiney, yn 1oo Boaldyn Issue 851 · Moghrey mie, friends. Here's what's shaping the Island this Friday.
Welcome · kettle on01

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Moghrey mie, you lovely lot. Kettle on, toast rescued from the smoke alarm, and here’s the Island before the group chats get dramatic.

Lead Story02
Celtic League says government failing over Island poverty
Image: 3FM

Celtic League says government failing over Island poverty

The Celtic League has accused politicians of failing the public, after a report to Tynwald revealed around one in seven people on the Island are living in poverty.

The Celtic League has accused politicians of failing the public, after a report to Tynwald revealed around one in seven people on the Island are living in poverty. The original report has the full local context and any updates after publication.

Source: 3FM

Almanac · Daily readings03

Today on the island

Cloudy, 12°C (53°F), wind 6 mph

Douglas
12°C
Cloudy · High 12° · Low 10°
Wind
6mph
Moderate
High Tide
07:52
2m · Douglas
Aurora · NOAA
Kp 0
Not visible
Around the Island · 38 stories04

All the local news, no repeats

Every unique story found from the 05:00–05:00 news window, deduplicated across sources. Story titles link straight to the original report.

Ramsey Cottage Hospital services to return in time for TT
3FM · Health12:00

Ramsey Cottage Hospital services to return in time for TT

Manx Care has confirmed a number of services will return to Ramsey Cottage Hospital in time for TT. The original report has the full local context and any updates after publication.

Source: 3FM

Emergency services attending RTC near Ballasalla
Manx Radio · Transport08:14

Emergency services attending RTC near Ballasalla

Motorists are being warned of heavy traffic as a result of the incident The original report has the full local context and any updates after publication.

Source: Manx Radio

Election 2026: How big a priority will Climate Change be for candidates?
Manx Radio · Politics09:51

Election 2026: How big a priority will Climate Change be for candidates?

We look at some of 2021's hottest topics and see where we are five years later The original report has the full local context and any updates after publication.

Source: Manx Radio

Roadworks and affordable housing concerns raised by Douglas East residents
Manx Radio · Transport06:14

Roadworks and affordable housing concerns raised by Douglas East residents

Residents share their views ahead of General Election The original report has the full local context and any updates after publication.

Source: Manx Radio

Nursing staff asked to vote on multi-year pay offer
IoM Today · Health15:51

Nursing staff asked to vote on multi-year pay offer

‘Delays in agreeing pay have led to increases being applied late in the year’ The original report has the full local context and any updates after publication.

Source: IoM Today

Department of Health and Social Care to raise some fees
3FM · Health06:53

Department of Health and Social Care to raise some fees

The Department of Health and Social Care is to raise fees for adult services by almost three per cent this year. The original report has the full local context and any updates after publication.

Source: 3FM

Next confirms plans to shut Isle of Man store
IoM Today · Business16:51

Next confirms plans to shut Isle of Man store

The clothing firm says renewing its lease is ‘not commercially acceptable’ The original report has the full local context and any updates after publication.

Source: IoM Today

Exam board strike could delay GCSE and A-Level results
3FM · Island News17:20

Exam board strike could delay GCSE and A-Level results

GCSE and A-Level students on the Island could face delays getting their results this year, because of strike action. The original report has the full local context and any updates after publication.

Source: 3FM

Douglas law firm continue sponsorship of leading Isle of Man TT team
IoM Today · Business16:45

Douglas law firm continue sponsorship of leading Isle of Man TT team

‘We’re excited to have extended our partnership with 8TEN Racing for another year’ The original report has the full local context and any updates after publication.

Source: IoM Today

UK Government approves sale of Manx Telecom
Manx Radio · Business12:24

UK Government approves sale of Manx Telecom

Chancellor of Duchy of Lancaster clears JT and CVC takeover of telecoms provider The original report has the full local context and any updates after publication.

Source: Manx Radio

Island skydiving company almost ready to take bookings
3FM · Island News15:25

Island skydiving company almost ready to take bookings

Fancy hitting speeds of 120mph straight down? An Island company says it'll soon offer you the experience of a lifetime! The original report has the full local context and any updates after publication.

Source: 3FM

Government won't release UK letter about assisted dying
3FM · Politics10:55

Government won't release UK letter about assisted dying

The government says it won't release a letter about the Island's assisted dying laws sent by the UK's Deputy Prime Minister. The original report has the full local context and any updates after publication.

Source: 3FM

Less than a third of Island's land formally registered
3FM · Island News08:06

Less than a third of Island's land formally registered

The Central Registry says less than 30 per cent of the Island's land is currently registered with it. The original report has the full local context and any updates after publication.

Source: 3FM

Don't forget passport for Irish travel, reminds hotel
3FM · Transport06:32

Don't forget passport for Irish travel, reminds hotel

An Island hotel is warning travellers not to get caught out by new airline rules which mean a driving licence is no longer enough to travel here. The original report has the full local context and any updates after publication.

Source: 3FM

Plans to update war memorial laws
3FM · Politics06:29

Plans to update war memorial laws

The government's planning to update the Island's laws governing war memorials. The original report has the full local context and any updates after publication.

Source: 3FM

Historic 1920s race trophy selling for thousands
3FM · Business06:26

Historic 1920s race trophy selling for thousands

A trophy from one of the biggest races at the Island's best-known race course is up for sale on eBay. The original report has the full local context and any updates after publication.

Source: 3FM

Isle of Man law firm appoints new compliance lead
IoM Today · Business15:30

Isle of Man law firm appoints new compliance lead

‘We’re delighted to have Amy on board’ The original report has the full local context and any updates after publication.

Source: IoM Today

Isle of Man TT pair claim endurance race win at Donington Park
IoM Today · Sport14:00

Isle of Man TT pair claim endurance race win at Donington Park

‘It provided us with some fantastic track time’ The original report has the full local context and any updates after publication.

Source: IoM Today

Free cancer consultation event brings renowned UK specialists to the Isle of Man
IoM Today · Health12:44

Free cancer consultation event brings renowned UK specialists to the Isle of Man

Clatterbridge consultants set to offer guidance on a range of conditions and therapies The original report has the full local context and any updates after publication.

Source: IoM Today

Last call for entries for the Isle of Man Parish Walk 2026
IoM Today · Weather12:14

Last call for entries for the Isle of Man Parish Walk 2026

The entry window shuts at the end of the Bank Holiday The original report has the full local context and any updates after publication.

Source: IoM Today

University of Edinburgh academic to explore challenges facing the Manx language
IoM Today · Island News10:38

University of Edinburgh academic to explore challenges facing the Manx language

Lecture will assess four decades of progress and future opportunities The original report has the full local context and any updates after publication.

Source: IoM Today

Isle of Man prepares for new Viking invasion at fire festival
IoM Today · Culture10:17

Isle of Man prepares for new Viking invasion at fire festival

‘It’s a rare chance to see Shetland’s Viking warriors outside of their home islands’ The original report has the full local context and any updates after publication.

Source: IoM Today

Manx woman set to compete to represent Great Britain at Miss Universe contest
IoM Today · Culture09:56

Manx woman set to compete to represent Great Britain at Miss Universe contest

‘This community shaped who I am’ The original report has the full local context and any updates after publication.

Source: IoM Today

Double Plate success for Bacchas in hockey's finals weekend
IoM Today · Sport16:05

Double Plate success for Bacchas in hockey's finals weekend

The men’s side had also clinched the league title earlier in the season The original report has the full local context and any updates after publication.

Source: IoM Today

Focus on autism acceptance continues year-round
Manx Radio · Island News14:51

Focus on autism acceptance continues year-round

Lots of simple things that the community can do to help support autistic people The original report has the full local context and any updates after publication.

Source: Manx Radio

Crookall: 'DoI must rebuild trust with local authorities in wake of Clause Five'
Manx Radio · Politics06:13

Crookall: 'DoI must rebuild trust with local authorities in wake of Clause Five'

Minister says ongoing uncertainty with NCAS caused 'mistrust' The original report has the full local context and any updates after publication.

Source: Manx Radio

Douglas woman believes 'first-hand' input to government ADHD plans is key
Manx Radio · Health06:14

Douglas woman believes 'first-hand' input to government ADHD plans is key

Mitzi Danielson-Kaslik diagnosed at 21 The original report has the full local context and any updates after publication.

Source: Manx Radio

News agency releases 100 year old TT footage
3FM · Culture13:09

News agency releases 100 year old TT footage

With less than a month to go until this year's race festival, a film archive has released online videos showing how the TT looked a century ago. The original report has the full local context and any updates after publication.

Source: 3FM

New exhibition opens in TT legend's hometown
3FM · Transport12:30

New exhibition opens in TT legend's hometown

What's being described as the best collection of road racing memorabilia in Ireland has been put together to commemorate a TT legend. The original report has the full local context and any updates after publication.

Source: 3FM

We're not responsible for seaweed, says DOI minister
3FM · Politics08:55

We're not responsible for seaweed, says DOI minister

The Department of Infrastructure says it doesn't have any responsibility for cleaning up seaweed. The original report has the full local context and any updates after publication.

Source: 3FM

Specialist contractors needed to help with harbour dredging
3FM · Transport07:35

Specialist contractors needed to help with harbour dredging

The Department of Infrastructure has had to bring in specialist contractors in order to make progress with dredging Douglas Harbour. The original report has the full local context and any updates after publication.

Source: 3FM

Former hotel up for sale
3FM · Business07:07

Former hotel up for sale

A former Douglas hotel with 28 ensuite guest bedrooms could be yours. The original report has the full local context and any updates after publication.

Source: 3FM

Family 'eternally grateful' after bench honouring teen's memory saved by prison group
IoM Today · Island News15:33

Family 'eternally grateful' after bench honouring teen's memory saved by prison group

‘There are no words to express my sincere gratitude to the people who organised this’ The original report has the full local context and any updates after publication.

Source: IoM Today

Hockey: Ramsey B secure historic double while Vikings C triumph in Bowl final
IoM Today · Sport15:00

Hockey: Ramsey B secure historic double while Vikings C triumph in Bowl final

The result means the northerners finish the season unbeaten The original report has the full local context and any updates after publication.

Source: IoM Today

'Dream come true' for schoolboy as he reaches semi-finals of West End contest
IoM Today · Island News11:00

'Dream come true' for schoolboy as he reaches semi-finals of West End contest

He’s set to grace the stage in London this weekend The original report has the full local context and any updates after publication.

Source: IoM Today

Douglas Athletic keep pressure on in Combination Two title race
IoM Today · Sport10:14

Douglas Athletic keep pressure on in Combination Two title race

The Pink Bandits beat RYCOB 4-3 on Wednesday evening The original report has the full local context and any updates after publication.

Source: IoM Today

Full list of gigs, live music and events this Bank Holiday weekend
IoM Today · Culture10:00

Full list of gigs, live music and events this Bank Holiday weekend

It’s bound to be a good one The original report has the full local context and any updates after publication.

Source: IoM Today

Isle of Man firms help raise £241k for air ambulance
IoM Today · Health11:02

Isle of Man firms help raise £241k for air ambulance

Businesses support life-saving service operating across the island and north of England The original report has the full local context and any updates after publication.

Source: IoM Today

Island Utility · Practical note05

Today's practical note

Weather check: Cloudy; 12°C this morning; high 12°C / low 10°C; winds around 6 mph. Check A18 Mountain Road status before travelling.

More details →

Tide Table · Today06

Tides · Douglas

Live tide API unavailable; using the latest cached Douglas tide table. Times shown local to the Isle of Man.

01:54
▼ Low
-1.6m
07:52
▲ High
2m
14:39
▼ Low
-2.2m
20:42
▲ High
1.8m
Travel Board · Live07

Sailings & Flights

Live boards and timetables for getting on and off the Island.

Steam PacketDouglas sailings
Timetables →
Isle of Man Airport (Ronaldsway)IOM · live boards
Flights →
Bus VanninIsland-wide services
Routes →
What's On · 1 item08

What's on this week

Customary Manx events and what's coming up across the Island in the next seven days.

TodayIsland-wide

Laa Boaldyn (May Day)

Traditional placing of crosh cuirn (rowan crosses) above doors.

Daily Poll · Light09

The morning question

Reader pulse
Which public-interest coverage matters most to you today?
01. Government accountability and decisions
02. How policy changes affect daily life
03. Plain-English explainers on official updates
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Focklyn y Laa · Manx of the Day10
Troailt
/TROWLT/ · Travel/Journey
In a sentence Troailt vie — Good journey
Raa y Laa · Proverb of the day11

From the Manx oral tradition

"Ta'n çhiarn laccal e chass hene."
"The lord needs his own foot." — Even the powerful need to stand on their own two feet.
Did You Know · Manx trivia12

A small Manx fact

The Manx Heritage Foundation runs Yn Greinneyder, the language officer, to promote Manx Gaelic in schools.

This Day in Manx History13

On this day · Through the years

05-01
Laa Boaldyn (May Day) — Crosh cuirn (rowan crosses) placed above doors against bad luck.
Today · Outlook14

The shape of the day ahead

Cloudy, 12°C (53°F), wind 6 mph. Wind 6 mph. Highs of 12°C. Check A18 Mountain Road status before travelling.

Sponsor15
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