Christian to defend seat

• Douglas South MHK Claire Christian has announced she'll defend her seat in the general election.
• Ms Christian says there’s still more work to be done in government after the progress she’s made.
• Among her future priorities she lists maintaining strong public finances, housing affordability and economic growth.

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Manx Radio · Transport06:50 Government focussing on 'maximising use' of Liverpool ferry terminal • Highlights over budget facility as delivering 'tangible returns'. • The Isle of Man and Liverpool have marked the first anniversary of a cooperation agreement saying ambition will be turned into practical action. • The agreement between the Manx Government, Liverpool City Council and Liverpool City Region Combined Authority was signed on 27 March 2025.

Manx Radio · Politics12:00 Island starts introduction of digital immigration products • From July status will be recorded digitally. • The first phase in the Isle of Man’s transition to digital immigration processes will launch in July. • People granted entry clearance to come to the Island will no longer be issued with a sticker or label known as a visa vignette in their passport as evidence of their immigration permission.

Manx Radio · Island News10:00 'Important milestone' for Polish community as new consulate opens on Island • Aims to strengthen Polish-Manx cultural and economic cooperation. • Polish citizens living on the Isle of Man look set to benefit from more support following the opening of the Consulate of the Republic of Poland. • It’s said to mark an important milestone’ for the community and is seen as another step’ in strengthening the country’s presence on the Isle of Man.

Manx Radio · Island News09:12 RAF veteran praises 87-year-old for 'fantastic effort' as duo conquer Ben Nevis • Island resident helps blind war veteran on Armed Forces Day. • A blind war veteran has been praised for his fantastic effort’ in climbing Ben Nevis on Armed Forces Day. • Eighty-seven-year-old John Banfield from Milton Keynes was assisted in his quest by Island resident Gary Thomas.

Manx Radio · Island News08:28 Island completes major step ahead of MONEYVAL assessment • The Gambling Supervision Commission says the submission is comprehensive. • The Isle of Man has taken a major step in preparation for its planned MONEYVAL assessment later this year. • It’s completed its written effectiveness submission.

Manx Radio · Island News07:13 Pisa to Peel challenge for Island cyclist • Dave Hogg will ride 2000km from Pisa to Peel. • A cyclist from the Isle of Man is preparing to take on an epic challenge to raise money for charity. • Dave Hogg will ride more than 2,000 kilometres from Pisa to Peel next month in aid of Sight Matters.

IoM Today · Culture14:00 Headline act revealed for Cooish Vooar concert • This year’s event is expected to be one of the best yet as it coincides with and celebrates Blein ny Gaelgey - Year of the Manx Language.

IoM Today · Island News11:00 David Cretney column: Tribute to Isle of Man Tourist Board stalwart Harry Martland • During his time at the board, he travelled far and wide promoting the Isle of Man. • Anyone travelling, commuting or planning around events should check the latest official updates before setting off.

Manx Radio · Law12:00 'Significant disruption' to drug supply networks but fewer OCGs targeted • 28% reduction in violent crime linked to drugs. • Police on the Island disrupted fewer organised crime groups over the last 12 months. • Data, published in the Chief Constable’s Annual Report, shows there were 85 targeted between 1 April 2025 and 31 March 2026.

Manx Radio · Island News11:30 Firefighters raise £2.7K by completing 'Station to Summit' endeavor • 'Casualty' transported up North Barrule for charity. • Firefighters in Ramsey have raised more than £2,700 after a charity challenge which saw them carry a casualty’ up North Barrule. • Paul Lyness, Ash Collinge, Matty Kaighen and Jake Richmond undertook the Station to Summit endeavour yesterday (27 June).

Manx Radio · Island News08:17 MLC to quiz colleagues on legislative priorities • Statements sought from political members. • MLCs will be asked to give progress updates on the work going on within government departments. • A number of statements have been requested at the next sitting of the Legislative Council which takes place on 30 June.

Manx Radio · Island News07:45 Douglas Council brings in new charges for crematorium • Local authority says new media system will improve quality of services. • Douglas City Council has confirmed new charges are being introduced for ’enhanced funeral webcasting and media services’ at the crematorium. • In January the local authority agreed to spend £7,000 to upgrade the sound system due to the old system becoming ’inefficient.

Manx Radio · Island News07:28 Santon Church seeks planning permission to extend hall • 'Clear' community and social need for extension. • Santon Church is seeking planning permission to extend its hall to provide improved nursery provision and a ’flexible’ church and community meeting room. • The plans would see a shed currently situated on the land knocked down to make room for the extension.

3FM · Island News07:09 Onchan post office to stop trading • Onchan's postmaster says the village's post office will be closing in August. • Hassan Patel explains it’s because of the new contact offered by government, which makes the business no longer viable. • Mr Patel and his wife Hafswa have run the facility for over a decade.

IoM Today · Sport11:00 French Parish walker Vincent blown away by local support • Vincent De Bontin finished second on his first time competing at the event. • He and a supporter journeyed from Le Creusot, south of Dijon in the Saône-et-Loire department. • Upon their arrival they had no form of transport for back-up and little idea of the terrain or the route of the 85-mile event.

IoM Today · Culture10:00 International blues musicians to perform at Peel Centenary Centre • The concert will take place next month. • Grant Dermody and Adam Franklin will share the stage for An Evening of Deep Roots Blues’ on Saturday, July 18, offering Isle of Man audiences the opportunity to experience a performance rooted in the traditions of blues, folk and Americana music. • The concert is being presented by Peel Centenary Centre and Live Roots Music IoM and will feature a combination of harmonica, guitar, vocals and storytelling inspired by some of the most influential musical styles to emerge from the…

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Today · Erin Arts Centre · erin arts centreMananan 50: Roscoe Piano Trio

Today · 12 Apr 2026–25 Oct 2026 · Duke Travel / Isle of Man Experiences Shop, Isle of Man Sea Terminal, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM12RF · Visit Isle of ManIsle of Man TT Course & Motor Museum Tour

Today · 14 June 2026–25 Oct 2026 · Curraghs Wildlife Park, Main Road, Ballaugh, Isle of Man, IM7 5EA · Visit Isle of ManOrchid Line Miniature Railway Running Day

Today · 18 May 2026–1 Nov 2026 · House Of Manannan, Isle of Man, peel, Isle of Man, IM5 1TA · Visit Isle of ManVintage Motorcycles On Display

Today · 18 May 2026–4 Oct 2026 · The Boat Park, Port Erin, Isle of Man, IM9 6JA · Visit Isle of ManGuided Aquabike Experience

Today · 2 Apr 2026–31 Oct 2026 · Douglas Railway Station, Bank Hill, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM1 5PT · Visit Isle of ManIsle of Man Railways Dining Car

Today · 29 Jun - 31 Jul · Dragons Castle · Villa GaietyPop-In and Play At Dragon's Castle

Today · 3 May 2026–18 Oct 2026 · Groudle Glen Railway, Onchan, Isle of Man, IM32HA · Visit Isle of ManFamily Trainspotting Challenge

Today · 3 May 2026–18 Oct 2026 · Groudle Glen Railway, Onchan, Isle of Man, IM32HA · Visit Isle of ManSteam Teas

Tomorrow · Unit 1, the Old Gasworks, Mill Road, Im5 1ax Peel, Isle of Man, Isle of Man · allevents★new★ Meet & Make * Art Social * 30th June

Tomorrow · Victoria Square, Im9 6ld Port Erin, Isle of Man, Isle of Man · erin arts centre & alleventsMananan 50: Ashlishyn Noa (new Visions)

Tomorrow · St Paul's, Ramsey · alleventsRamsey Swing Dance Classes

Wed 1 Jul · Erin Arts Centre · erin arts centreEac Book Circle: Behind the Beautiful Forevers By Katherine Boo

Wed 1 Jul · Erin Arts Centre · erin arts centreJuly & August Events At the Eac

Wed 1 Jul · Victoria Square, Im9 6ld Port Erin, Isle of Man, Isle of Man · erin arts centre & alleventsMananan 50: Seamas Carey Presents Community Service

Thu 2 Jul · Victoria Square, Im9 6ld Port Erin, Isle of Man, Isle of Man · erin arts centre & alleventsMananan 50: Landless

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