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June 8, 2026

Death of former motocrosser 'Gog' Owen

Moghrey Mie — Monday, 8 June 2026

Many will remember Roger and his father as the fuel filler service team in the pits at the TT and Manx… Plus: Birth rate 'falling much faster' in the Isle of Man…
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First Story · what we learnt
What Moghrey Mie learnt from the past 24 hours

TL;DR: welcome to the useful bits

Too long; didn't read? Start here, then dive into the stories that matter.

• Today’s issue is not really about the weather. It is about a TT schedule being negotiated with the sky and a reminder that fast roads still come with court-sized consequences.
• 13 local news items from Manx Radio, IoM Today, 3FM are filtered for practical consequences, not headline noise.
• 63 public-record items sit behind the headlines, which means the quieter paperwork may be where tomorrow’s row, decision or awkward question starts.
• 103 event listings add the diary test: before anyone sets off, check the venue, the timing and whether the Island has moved the goalposts again.
• The mix is 7 island news items, 2 health items, 2 sport items. In plain English: read today for what changes plans, decisions or questions.

• Watch whether weather and TT contingency plans keep changing during the day.
• Watch which public-body item turns into a decision, deadline or response.
• Watch which events need checking before people travel or share them.

Lead Story
Death of former motocrosser 'Gog' Owen

Death of former motocrosser 'Gog' Owen

• Many will remember Roger and his father as the fuel filler service team in the pits at the TT and Manx Grand Prix.

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Today on the island

Light rain, 11°C (52°F), wind 19 mph

Douglas
11°C
Light rain · High 15° · Low 11°
Wind
19mph
Fresh
High Tide
05:13
5.46m · Douglas
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Around the Island · 12 stories

The local news that matters this morning

Here's all the news from our island from the past 24 hours, made easy to digest.

Birth rate 'falling much faster' in the Isle of Man than the UK says author
IoM Today · Politics19:00

Birth rate 'falling much faster' in the Isle of Man than the UK says author

• These [statistics] will inevitably be part of the election debate and I am keen for that debate to be well-informed.
• The useful detail is who the campaign is trying to reach, where the voting information is, and how first-time voters can check what to do before September.

Manx Care advice to those on Depo-Provera injection
Manx Radio · Health07:54

Manx Care advice to those on Depo-Provera injection

• It follows news in the UK this week relating to a study published in 2024.
• Manx Care is encouraging women on the Depo-Provera injection to consult their GP if there are any concerns about it.
• In a statement, Executive Medical Director Dr Chris Stockport says it is important to emphasise that meningiomas are uncommon, typically slow-growing, and in the vast majority of cases non-cancerous, with effective treatments available. "For the vast majority of women, the overall risk remains very low, and many will continue…

Health minister welcomes reduction to dental waiting list
Manx Radio · Health06:50

Health minister welcomes reduction to dental waiting list

• But Claire Christian admits there's still work to be done.
• The health minister says seeing the dental waiting list reduce is one of her proudest achievements since taking up the role.
• In May last year, almost 6,500 Manx residents were waiting to be assigned to an NHS dentist.

Warmer than average May for Island
Manx Radio · Island News11:04

Warmer than average May for Island

• 239 hours of sunshine recorded in the month.
• May was warmer than average on the Isle of Man.
• Data collected by Ronaldsway Met Office shows the average temperature was 0.7 degrees Celsius higher than normal.

Manx BirdLife awarded funding for new warden
Manx Radio · Island News13:22

Manx BirdLife awarded funding for new warden

• Over £28,000 provided by Dormant Asset Fund.
• Manx BirdLife has been awarded funding to recruit a new warden.
• They have been given £28,618 from the Dormant Asset Fund, managed by Manx Lottery Trust.

Breaking park's speed limit endangers children, say commissioners
3FM · Island News11:55

Breaking park's speed limit endangers children, say commissioners

• Commissioners in the north of the Island have issued a plea to motorists speeding through a park where children play.
• Mooragh Park in Ramsey is restricted to permit holders.
• But the town’s local authority took to Facebook to ask drivers to stick to its 5mph limit.

Isle of Man athlete secures place on Team UK for Backyard Ultra World Team Championships
IoM Today · Sport13:00

Isle of Man athlete secures place on Team UK for Backyard Ultra World Team Championships

• Marshall earned his spot by winning the Portland Pig race in Dorset.
• Silver Ticket victories guarantee selection for the national squad at October 17’s World Team Championships, where 15 runners per country race simultaneously around the world to build a combined team score, one loop at a time.
• In the qualifying race, Marshall battled heat, rain, fatigue and navigational slips to keep starting each new lap, reaching the 24‑hour mark (100 miles) and pushing through a second night before sealing the win with 46 laps…

Changes to Port St Mary parking restrictions put on hold
Manx Radio · Island News06:50

Changes to Port St Mary parking restrictions put on hold

• Broader Island-wide consultation expected this summer.
• Plans to make changes to the parking permit scheme in Port St Mary have been put on hold.
• The infrastructure minister has confirmed proposals to amend parking restrictions in Disc Zone M have been paused in agreement with Port St Mary Commissioners.

Fundraiser for TT rider Maria Costello surpasses £220k
Manx Radio · Island News13:23

Fundraiser for TT rider Maria Costello surpasses £220k

• Motorsport legend is currently paralysed after breaking her back.
• A fundraiser for TT rider Maria Costello MBE has surpassed £220,000.
• The money donated so far is currently at £223,607 (at time of writing) with a current target of £250,000.

Increased DfE support 'to tackle rising costs and global pressures'
Manx Radio · Island News10:39

Increased DfE support 'to tackle rising costs and global pressures'

• Expanded eligibility and increased funding for support schemes.
• The enterprise minister says he hopes more support for businesses will meet the needs of local firms at a time when operating costs are increasing and conditions remain challenging.
• The Department for Enterprise is expanding eligibility and increasing funding for a number of its support schemes.

PRINT: Summer Hill Running League continues next week
IoM Today · Sport17:00

PRINT: Summer Hill Running League continues next week

• The round will take place at Cringle plantation.
• Registration will be from 12.15 alongside the reservoir for a 1.30 start.
• Minimum age 12 on race day, must be 13 by December 31.

Childcare Credit payments to increase
Manx Radio · Island News09:04

Childcare Credit payments to increase

• Bid to support families with childcare costs.
• Childcare Credit payments are set to increase over the next academic year.
• Government is boosting the amount available to eligible parents and carers by an extra £128 per child from September, when the payment rises from £4,300 to £4,428.

Island Utility · Practical note

Today's practical note

Weather check: Light rain; 11°C this morning; high 15°C / low 11°C; winds around 19 mph. Check A18 Mountain Road status before travelling.

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Tide Table · Today

Tides · Douglas

Live tide API unavailable; using a date-specific verified Douglas tide table. Times shown local to the Isle of Man.

05:13
▲ High
5.46m
11:46
▼ Low
1.57m
18:08
▲ High
5.56m
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What's On · 103 items

What's on: next 14 days

A complete quick-view of 103 public listings for the next 14 days. Tap any item for the source and full details.

An Evening With Everton Legends - Neville Southall & Peter ReidToday · Gaiety Theatre · villa gaietyAn Evening With Everton Legends - Neville Southall & Peter ReidCraig Revel Horwood: Revelations – Songs Boys Don't SingTomorrow · Gaiety Theatre · villa gaietyCraig Revel Horwood: Revelations – Songs Boys Don't SingScouting For GirlsWed 10 Jun · Villa Marina · villa gaietyScouting For GirlsThe Simon & Garfunkel StoryThu 11 Jun · Gaiety Theatre · villa gaietyThe Simon & Garfunkel StoryAmazing AnimalsSat 13 Jun · 13 - 14 Jun · Gaiety Theatre · Villa GaietyAmazing AnimalsMichael Rosen - Getting Through ItMon 15 Jun · Gaiety Theatre · villa gaietyMichael Rosen - Getting Through ItGeeks Quiz - Back To the 80's EditionToday · the Manx Legion Club · alleventsGeeks Quiz - Back To the 80's EditionPablo Sonhar - Daydreams 489Today · Isle of Man · alleventsPablo Sonhar - Daydreams 489TT race fortnightToday · Mountain Course · Moghrey Mie calendarTT race fortnightPop-In and Play At Dragon's CastleToday · 08 Jun - 31 Jul · Dragons Castle · Villa GaietyPop-In and Play At Dragon's CastleIsle of Man TT Course & Motor Museum TourToday · 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 TourVintage Motorcycles On DisplayToday · 18 May 2026–1 Nov 2026 · House Of Manannan, Isle of Man, peel, Isle of Man, IM5 1TA · Visit Isle of ManVintage Motorcycles On DisplayGuided Aquabike ExperienceToday · 18 May 2026–4 Oct 2026 · The Boat Park, Port Erin, Isle of Man, IM9 6JA · Visit Isle of ManGuided Aquabike ExperienceIsle of Man Railways Dining CarToday · 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 CarFamily Trainspotting ChallengeToday · 3 May 2026–18 Oct 2026 · Groudle Glen Railway, Onchan, Isle of Man, IM32HA · Visit Isle of ManFamily Trainspotting ChallengeSteam TeasToday · 3 May 2026–18 Oct 2026 · Groudle Glen Railway, Onchan, Isle of Man, IM32HA · Visit Isle of ManSteam TeasAn Evening With Everton LegendsTomorrow · Gaiety Theatre, Isle of Man · alleventsAn Evening With Everton LegendsLearnai: "powerful Prompting, Ai Literacy & Safe Ai Use" - Tues 9 JuneTomorrow · Activate Ai Centre (hillary House) · alleventsLearnai: "powerful Prompting, Ai Literacy & Safe Ai Use" - Tues 9 JunePeveril MCC — Kenyon Crowe Centre Rnd / Club Rnd 6 / Sidecar Rnd 3Tomorrow · Knock Froy · next event iomPeveril MCC — Kenyon Crowe Centre Rnd / Club Rnd 6 / Sidecar Rnd 3Ramsey MCC — Centre Round 5 / Club Round 3Tomorrow · West Kimmeragh · next event iomRamsey MCC — Centre Round 5 / Club Round 3Turkeylands Mx — Practice SessionTomorrow · Turkeylands · next event iomTurkeylands Mx — Practice SessionCommunities of Practice: Software Engineering & DevelopmentWed 10 Jun · Launchpad (hillary House) · alleventsCommunities of Practice: Software Engineering & DevelopmentFinding EmilyWed 10 Jun · 10 - 11 Jun · Broadway Cinema · Villa GaietyFinding EmilyCraig Revel Horwood: Revelations – Songs Boys Don't SingWed 10 Jun · 10 June 2026 · Gaiety Theatre, Harris Promenade, Douglas, IM1 2HP · Visit Isle of ManCraig Revel Horwood: Revelations – Songs Boys Don't SingChippy Tea!Thu 11 Jun · New Cod On the Block · alleventsChippy Tea!Good Governance, Positive Wellbeing: A Masterclass For Growing BusinessesThu 11 Jun · Launchpad · alleventsGood Governance, Positive Wellbeing: A Masterclass For Growing BusinessesKpmg Gaming Esummit 2026Thu 11 Jun · Digital Isle of Man · digital isle of manKpmg Gaming Esummit 2026Scouting For GirlsThu 11 Jun · Villa Gaiety · visit isle of man & alleventsScouting For GirlsStartline Podcast - Live!Thu 11 Jun · the George Hotel · manx radio & alleventsStartline Podcast - Live!In the Flesh: Wknd 'en Plein Air' Sketchbook/mini Canvas - Mixed Media Drawing/paintingFri 12 Jun · Johnshaven Village Hall · alleventsIn the Flesh: Wknd 'en Plein Air' Sketchbook/mini Canvas - Mixed Media Drawing/paintingOompah NightFri 12 Jun · Manx Legion Club · alleventsOompah NightPaint and PinotFri 12 Jun · Hospice Hq, Strang · hospice isle of manPaint and PinotWe Can Sing A Rainbow!Fri 12 Jun · Parish Hall, Onchan · alleventsWe Can Sing A Rainbow!The PassengerFri 12 Jun · 12 - 14 Jun · Broadway Cinema · Villa GaietyThe PassengerBarrule To Barrule ChallengeSat 13 Jun · Just of the Round Table Crossroads At the Junction of the Ronague/whallag Rd · alleventsBarrule To Barrule ChallengeBlue Train Big BandSat 13 Jun · Peel, Isle of Man · centenary centre & peel onlineBlue Train Big BandGathered For Glory ConferenceSat 13 Jun · Bridson Street, Im9 6an Port Erin, Isle of Man, Isle of Man · alleventsGathered For Glory ConferenceGranny Themed Pub CrawlSat 13 Jun · the Creek Inn · allevents (peel) & peel onlineGranny Themed Pub CrawlHarryoke - Charity Fundraiser For Isu2sSat 13 Jun · Ramsey Masonic Hall · alleventsHarryoke - Charity Fundraiser For Isu2sInter Island Team EventSat 13 Jun · Bob's Bar, Ballaquayle Road, Douglas · alleventsInter Island Team EventIsle of Man Orienteering Klubb - Summer Challenge Orienteering Event - Mooragh Park & Promenade, RamSat 13 Jun · Mooragh Park & Promenade · manx radio & visit isle of manIsle of Man Orienteering Klubb - Summer Challenge Orienteering Event - Mooragh Park & Promenade, RamMagnet Mania: Little Magnetic VillageSat 13 Jun · Quirks Croft, Cregneash · manx radio & manx national heritageMagnet Mania: Little Magnetic VillageMananan 50: Scott Brothers DuoSat 13 Jun · Victoria Square, Im9 6ld Port Erin, Isle of Man, Isle of Man · erin arts centre & alleventsMananan 50: Scott Brothers DuoNw Food Truck Fest With Ramsey Parks and RecSat 13 Jun · Central Park, 7925 161st Ave Nw, Ramsey, Mn 55303 · alleventsNw Food Truck Fest With Ramsey Parks and RecOnchan Secret Gardens 2026Sat 13 Jun · Isle of Man · manx radioOnchan Secret Gardens 2026Wild MedicineSat 13 Jun · Meeting At Milntown Estate Carpark · alleventsWild MedicineCharlie the WonderdogSat 13 Jun · 13 - 14 Jun · Broadway Cinema · Villa GaietyCharlie the WonderdogIsle of Man Orienteering Klubb - Summer Challenge Orienteering Event - Mooragh Park & Promenade, Ramsey.Sat 13 Jun · 13 June 2026 · Mooragh Park & Promenade, Ramsey, Isle of Man, IM8 3AP · Visit Isle of ManIsle of Man Orienteering Klubb - Summer Challenge Orienteering Event - Mooragh Park & Promenade, Ramsey.Amazing AnimalsSat 13 Jun · 13 June 2026–14 June 2026 · Gaiety Theatre, Harris Promenade, Douglas, IM1 2HP · Visit Isle of ManAmazing AnimalsSouthern Vintage Engine and Tractor Club Two Day Vintage ShowSat 13 Jun · 13 June 2026–14 June 2026 · Doctor's Meadow, Near Southern 100 Clubhouse, Castletown-by-Pass, Castletown, IM9 1HB · Visit Isle of ManSouthern Vintage Engine and Tractor Club Two Day Vintage ShowIndigo Jazz CafeSun 14 Jun · St Ninian's Church & Parish Centre · alleventsIndigo Jazz CafeLego® Imagination Club At the Nautical MuseumSun 14 Jun · Nautical Museum, Castletown · manx radio & manx national heritageLego® Imagination Club At the Nautical MuseumOnchan Secret Gardens 2026Sun 14 Jun · Isle of Man · manx radioOnchan Secret Gardens 2026Patrick Crookall Manx Middle Distance TriathlonSun 14 Jun · Mooragh Park · allevents (ramsey) & visitor events calendarPatrick Crookall Manx Middle Distance TriathlonSea Watches At the Sound 2026Sun 14 Jun · the Sound By the Calf of Man · alleventsSea Watches At the Sound 2026The Weekend View: Ashlishyn Vannin By Juan AshlishSun 14 Jun · Erin Arts Centre · erin arts centreThe Weekend View: Ashlishyn Vannin By Juan AshlishJune Mindfulness EveningMon 15 Jun · Vibe Plant Based Cafe. Isle of Man · alleventsJune Mindfulness EveningWalk With Us! Kicking Off Learning Disability Awareness WeekMon 15 Jun · the Roundhouse · manx radioWalk With Us! Kicking Off Learning Disability Awareness Week2026 June Crown Green Bowling FestivalMon 15 Jun · 15 June 2026–19 June 2026 · Nobles Park, Douglas · Visit Isle of Man2026 June Crown Green Bowling FestivalCare Home Open WeekTue 16 Jun · Ballatessan Meadow, Im5 1dx Peel, Isle of Man, Isle of Man · alleventsCare Home Open WeekMadf AgmTue 16 Jun · Empress Hotel · alleventsMadf AgmRamsey Swing Dance ClassesTue 16 Jun · St Paul's, Ramsey · alleventsRamsey Swing Dance ClassesIOM Arts Council Present the 2026 Summer Concert SeriesTue 16 Jun · 16 Jun - 30 Aug · Villa Marina Arcade · Villa GaietyIOM Arts Council Present the 2026 Summer Concert SeriesAn Evening With Phil Kelsall and the Mighty WurlitzerWed 17 Jun · Villa Marina Arcade · villa gaietyAn Evening With Phil Kelsall and the Mighty WurlitzerExploring Medicinal Herb FamiliesWed 17 Jun · St Johns · alleventsExploring Medicinal Herb FamiliesFunny Girl: the MusicalWed 17 Jun · King William's College, Im9 1tp Castletown, Isle of Man, Isle of Man · alleventsFunny Girl: the MusicalPower BalladWed 17 Jun · 17 - 18 Jun · Broadway Cinema · Villa GaietyPower Ballad2026 Rounders Sponsored By PwcThu 18 Jun · Vagabonds Rugby Club Douglasim4 4rjisle of Man · the children's centre2026 Rounders Sponsored By PwcCommunities of Practice: EsgThu 18 Jun · Launchpad (hillary House) · alleventsCommunities of Practice: EsgH Is For Hawk: Midweek MovieThu 18 Jun · Victoria Square, Im9 6ld Port Erin, Isle of Man, Isle of Man · erin arts centre & alleventsH Is For Hawk: Midweek MovieManx Minds Conference - Addressing Stress In the Workplace & Beyond.Thu 18 Jun · Isle of Man Business Park, Douglas, Im2 2, Isle of Man · alleventsManx Minds Conference - Addressing Stress In the Workplace & Beyond.Oh What A Night!Thu 18 Jun · Gaiety Theatre · villa gaietyOh What A Night!Rhino At the Draw Summer Concert SeriesThu 18 Jun · the Draw · alleventsRhino At the Draw Summer Concert SeriesThe Playboy of the Western World - National Theatre LiveThu 18 Jun · King William's College, Im9 1tp Castletown, Isle of Man, Isle of Man · alleventsThe Playboy of the Western World - National Theatre LiveWay of the Roses - 2026 Cycling ChallengeThu 18 Jun · Way of the Roses - England · hospice isle of manWay of the Roses - 2026 Cycling ChallengeLucy Beaumont - Bad At Quiz Shows, Good With WeirdosThu 18 Jun · 18 Jun · Gaiety Theatre · Villa GaietyLucy Beaumont - Bad At Quiz Shows, Good With WeirdosBut First Promotions: Mark Morriss With Mike WiltonFri 19 Jun · Erin Arts Centre · erin arts centreBut First Promotions: Mark Morriss With Mike WiltonCregneash In ColourFri 19 Jun · Cregneash Village · alleventsCregneash In ColourSunset Paint & Sip - Port Erin Beach ☀️🥂Fri 19 Jun · Port Erin Beach · alleventsSunset Paint & Sip - Port Erin Beach ☀️🥂Master of the UniverseFri 19 Jun · 19 - 25 Jun · Broadway Cinema · Villa GaietyMaster of the UniverseOh What A Night!Fri 19 Jun · 19 June 2026 · Gaiety Theatre, Harris Promenade, Douglas, IM1 2HP · Visit Isle of ManOh What A Night!Armed Forces DaySat 20 Jun · Villa Marina Royal Hall · visit isle of man & allevents (douglas) & visitor events calendarArmed Forces DayBeatles At the DhoonSat 20 Jun · Dhoon Glen, Maughold, Laxey, Isle of Man · visit isle of man & alleventsBeatles At the DhoonBroken Rooster At the HavenSat 20 Jun · the Haven · alleventsBroken Rooster At the HavenCoffee Afternoon & Simply Stylish Clothes SaleSat 20 Jun · Port Erin Methodist Church Chapel Hall · hospice isle of manCoffee Afternoon & Simply Stylish Clothes SaleParish WalkSat 20 Jun · Maughold Church · visit isle of man & allevents (ramsey) & visitor events calendarParish WalkPot Throwing + Hand Building Studio Experience: June 20thSat 20 Jun · Unit 1, the Old Gasworks, Mill Road, Im5 1ax Peel, Isle of Man, Isle of Man · alleventsPot Throwing + Hand Building Studio Experience: June 20thRamsey Craft Club- Sea Glass Decorative Jewellery-new DateSat 20 Jun · Riverside, Ramsey, Isle of Man · alleventsRamsey Craft Club- Sea Glass Decorative Jewellery-new DateThe ProclaimersSat 20 Jun · Villa Marina · villa gaietyThe ProclaimersTracesSat 20 Jun · House of Manannan · manx national heritageTracesZog DaySat 20 Jun · Manx Museum, Kingswood Grove, Im1 3ly Douglas, Isle of Man, Isle of Man · manx national heritage & visit isle of man & alleventsZog DayArmed Forces Day 2026Sat 20 Jun · 20 June 2026 · Villa Marina and Gardens, Harris Promenade, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM1 2HP · Visit Isle of ManArmed Forces Day 2026Zog DaySat 20 Jun · 20 June 2026 · Manx Museum, Kingswood Grove, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM13LY · Visit Isle of ManZog DayManx Telecom Parish WalkSat 20 Jun · 20 June 2026–21 June 2026 · NSC, Douglas, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM4 1EG · Visit Isle of ManManx Telecom Parish WalkFather's Day On the Groudle Glen RailwaySun 21 Jun · Groudle Glen Railway, Onchan · groudle glen railway & visitor events calendarFather's Day On the Groudle Glen RailwayLet Them Eat Cake! A Cake & Tea Pairing ExperienceSun 21 Jun · the Galpals Collective - Isle of Man · alleventsLet Them Eat Cake! A Cake & Tea Pairing ExperienceMann Underground – An Afternoon With Major Shane LucasSun 21 Jun · Manx Museum, Douglas · manx national heritage & visit isle of manMann Underground – An Afternoon With Major Shane LucasManx Camerata In ConcertSun 21 Jun · Victoria Square, Im9 6ld Port Erin, Isle of Man, Isle of Man · erin arts centre & alleventsManx Camerata In ConcertSinger/songwriter DaySun 21 Jun · Peel Beach, Peel, Isle of Man, Isle of Man · visit isle of man & alleventsSinger/songwriter DayTraces – Crit Session With Kevin AthertonSun 21 Jun · House of Manannan, Peel · manx national heritageTraces – Crit Session With Kevin AthertonFather's Day - 1920s DaySun 21 Jun · 21 June 2026 · Groudle Glen Railway, Onchan, Isle of Man, IM32HA · Visit Isle of ManFather's Day - 1920s DayMann Underground – An Afternoon With Major Shane LucasSun 21 Jun · 21 June 2026 · Manx Museum, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM1 3LY · Visit Isle of ManMann Underground – An Afternoon With Major Shane LucasOnchan Raceway 400Sun 21 Jun · 21 June 2026 · ONCHAN RACEWAY, ONCHAN PARK, Onchan, Isle of Man, IM3 1HW · Visit Isle of ManOnchan Raceway 400
Tynwald · Sitting watch

Tynwald in plain English

Next up:House of Keys + Legislative Council — Tue, 9 Jun 2026 · 10.00am. Plain-English bullets from the official order papers, votes and proceedings: agenda, questions, decisions, named members and next dates.

Plain-English brief

Tue, 9 Jun 2026 · agendaWhat is on the agenda
  • NHS reform is due back before members.
  • Entity registration checks are due to be debated.
  • Rating and Valuation (Amendment) bill
  • Dr Haywood) Amendments Rating and Valuation (Amendment) bill
  • Dr Haywood) Page ii c Rating and Valuation (Amendment) bill
  • amendments are in the attached list. PP 2026/0107 Motion
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Recent sitting · proceedingsWhat was said
  • Open the proceedings for the full spoken-question record.
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Recent sitting · decisionsWhat was decided
  • No clear decision summary was available from the extracted official record.
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Recent sitting · named membersWho did what
  • The proceedings name the members beside each motion, amendment and vote.
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Thu, 4 Jun 2026 · official updateOfficial updates
  • Official update: Applications Open for Parliamentary Internship 2026-27.
  • Official update: Tynwald Day 2026.
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Tue, 9 Jun 2026 · sitting calendarWhat is coming next
  • The sitting on Tue, 9 Jun 2026 is the next listed sitting.
  • Use the calendar/order paper before travelling, quoting or following live.
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Source: Tynwald RSS + websitehttps://tynwald.org.im/spfile?file=/business/opqp/opqp/2026-PP-0107.pdf

FOI · 12 recent requests

Recent FOI requests

Recent published FOI responses, with the ask, authority and outcome.

2 Jun · case 5573993TT/MGP Therapy service

• Asked: I am requesting information relating to the funding and financial arrangements for the…
• Authority: Department for Enterprise
• Outcome: Information not held (3 Jun)

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26 May · case 5558655People's Wood

• Asked: I've been trying to find the People's Wood sadly unsuccessfully so far. I can't find it on the…
• Authority: Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture
• Outcome: All information sent (28 May)

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26 May · case 5558191Legal Duty under Section 18 of the National Health Service Act 2001

• Asked: Section 18 of the National Health Service Act 2001 states that the Department of Health and…
• Authority: Attorney General's Chambers
• Outcome: Information not held (1 Jun)

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26 May · case 5557525Lonan By-Election Poll Cards

• Asked: confirm whether poll cards were issued for the Lonan by-election, and if so:; the date they…
• Authority: Cabinet Office
• Outcome: Information not held (27 May)

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Source: Isle of Man Government FOI searchhttps://services.gov.im/freedom-of-information/search

Procurement · deadline and new tender watch

Government contracts in plain English

A quick read on what government is trying to buy, who is buying it, and which deadlines matter for suppliers.

Closing in the next week

deadline · closes 2026-06-08 · posted 2026-05-29 · Department of Infrastructure (TSY) · Ref: IOSH02Quick Quote - Provisions for IOSH Working Safely CertificateDepartment of Infrastructure (TSY): Please find attached documentation for a quick quote competition to provide Provisions for IOSH Working Safely Certificate to Shared Fleet Services to be carried out between July 2026 and Sept 2026. IOSH Working Safely Certificate. Working Safely stands apart… Deadline: 2026-06-08.Open tender record →deadline · closes 2026-06-08 · Department of Infrastructure · SSFM 492Quick Quote – Clean & Chlorination of Water Systems, (Education Sites) – SSFM 492Department of Infrastructure: Please find attached documentation for a quick quote competition to undertake the cleaning and chlorination of water storage tanks and calorifiers to various Isle of Man Educational properties. Annual routine maintenance requires the full cleaning and… Deadline: 2026-06-08.Open tender record →deadline · closes 2026-06-08 · posted 2026-05-29 · Department of Infrastructure (TSY) · Ref IOSH01Quick Quote- Provisions for IOSH Managing Safely Certificate Level 2Department of Infrastructure (TSY): Please find attached documentation for a quick quote competition to provide Provisions for IOSH Managing Safely Certificate Level 2 to Shared Fleet Services to be carried out between Aug 2026 and Sept 2026. DOI Fleet Service - Provisions for IOSH Managing… Deadline: 2026-06-08.Open tender record →deadline · closes 2026-06-08 · posted 2026-05-07 · Department of Infrastructure (TSY) · DOI.2026.015Request for Information - Physical Verification of Highway Services Fixed AssetsDepartment of Infrastructure (TSY): Request for Information - Physical Verification of Highway Services Fixed Assets - DOI.2026.015 The Isle of Man Government invites expressions of interest from experienced contractors to undertake a comprehensive review of the extent and the condition of its… Deadline: 2026-06-08.Open tender record →deadline · closes 2026-06-09 · Department of Infrastructure · SSFM 509QUICK QUOTE - Boiler House Refurbishment, Ashley Hill Primary School – SSFM 509Department of Infrastructure: Please find attached documentation for a quick quote competition to provide a quotation for the turnkey refurbishment of the boiler house at Ashley Hill Primary School. The refurbishment of the existing boiler house works includes design, removal and disposal… Deadline: 2026-06-09.Open tender record →

Newly posted

new · closes 2026-06-10 · posted 2026-06-04 · General Registry (TSY) · GREG.2026.001Quick Quote - General Registry Office Furniture UpdateGeneral Registry (TSY): Please find attached documentation for a quick quote competition to provide office furniture to the General Registry. The General Registry is looking to update the desks for the Civil, Probate and Tribunals offices, giving them more space and the ability to… Deadline: 2026-06-10.Open tender record →new · closes 2026-07-17 · posted 2026-06-04 · Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture (TSY) · DEFA/2026/005Replacement Timber Treatment Plant - Request For InformationDepartment of Environment, Food and Agriculture (TSY): Replacement Timber Treatment Plant - Request For Information - DEFA/2026/005 The Isle of Man Government wishes to explore the market and/or identify interest from experienced contractors to provide a timber treatment plant replacement to the Department of… Deadline: 2026-07-17.Open tender record →new · closes 2026-06-11 · posted 2026-05-29 · Cabinet Office · GTS-1249QUICK QUOTE for Consultancy ServicesCabinet Office: Government Transformation Services (GTS), a Division of the Cabinet Office, seek a company to provide Consultancy Services who can prepare a Strategic Advisory and Business Case Development services, to assist with ICT Asset Management and Lifecycle planning… Deadline: 2026-06-11.Open tender record →new · closes 2026-06-12 · posted 2026-05-28 · Department of Education, Sport & Culture (TSY) · DESC/2026/001Ticketing and Integrated Software System for Villa GaietyDepartment of Education, Sport & Culture (TSY): Ticketing and Integrated Software System for Villa Gaiety - DESC/2026/001 The Isle of Man Government invites expressions of interest from suitably experienced ticket system operators within the arts and culture industry to provide a cloud based ticketing and… Deadline: 2026-06-12.Open tender record →new · closes 2026-06-12 · posted 2026-05-18 · Department for Enterprise (TSY) · DFE.2026.007Prior Information Notice - First Response Fire-Fighting and First AidDepartment for Enterprise (TSY) is testing market interest for first-response fire-fighting and first-aid cover. Deadline: 2026-06-12.Open tender record →

Source: Isle of Man Government In-Tendhttps://in-tendhost.co.uk/iomg/aspx/Tenders/Current

Source watch · useful Island sites

Source watch in plain English

The official and high-value Island pages most likely to affect readers: public services, travel, heritage, business, TT and transport, translated into what to check and why it matters.

pabc.gov.imPlanning applications and weekly listsPlanning: new applications, weekly lists and decisions that can affect streets, neighbours and local businesses.Check latest →gov.imGovernment consultationsConsultations: open government questions where residents and organisations can still respond before policy is settled.Check latest →gov.imUpcoming roadworks and road eventsRoads: upcoming closures, works and event traffic changes before they disrupt a journey.Check latest →gov.imVisitor immigration and entry rulesVisitor travel: entry, arrival, routes and trip-planning pages people need before booking or travelling.Check latest →services.gov.imGovernment online servicesPublic records: government service pages where readers can search forms, services and FOI responses.Check latest →services.gov.imFreedom of Information searchPublic records: government service pages where readers can search forms, services and FOI responses.Check latest →services.gov.imJobCentre vacanciesJobs: fresh vacancies and local opportunities posted through the government service.Check latest →courts.imCourts listings and judgmentsCourts: public listings and judgments worth checking for justice and civic updates.Check latest →visitisleofman.comVisit Isle of Man travel trade hubVisitor travel: entry, arrival, routes and trip-planning pages people need before booking or travelling.Check latest →visitisleofman.comElectronic travel authorisationsVisitor travel: entry, arrival, routes and trip-planning pages people need before booking or travelling.Check latest →visitisleofman.comGetting hereVisitor travel: entry, arrival, routes and trip-planning pages people need before booking or travelling.Check latest →visitisleofman.comGetting aroundVisitor travel: entry, arrival, routes and trip-planning pages people need before booking or travelling.Check latest →
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Resident Links · official

Useful official links residents shouldn’t have to hunt for

High-use official pages for planning, consultations, benefits, costs, housing, work, travel, health and Island Plan updates.

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Benefits and financial support hub

The main official starting point for benefits, pensions, grants, legal aid, employment support and disability support.

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Benefit Information Guide

A plain guide to social security benefits and allowances available through the Isle of Man Treasury.

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Grants and loans

Official links for exceptional-needs grants, budgeting loans, student awards and vocational-training help.

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Exceptional Needs Grants and Budgeting Loans

Help for urgent one-off needs and budgeting support when eligible households face essential costs.

Amazon Picks · 3 Isle of Man searches

Three Island Amazon finds

Rotating Isle of Man and Manx book/product searches.

Isle of Man TT annual review book
Island Amazon pick 1

Isle of Man TT annual review book

TT review books and archive racing reads.

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100 Years of the Isle of Man TT book
Island Amazon pick 2

100 Years of the Isle of Man TT book

A race-history coffee-table search.

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The Isle of Man TT book
Island Amazon pick 3

The Isle of Man TT book

Road-racing reading for TT fans.

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Focklyn y Laa · Manx of the Day
Beg
Small / little
In a sentenceFor little Mann. Daily note 06-08: use it when the Island story gives you the chance.
Raa y Laa · Proverb of the day

From the Manx oral tradition

"Ny jean mooar jeh’n laa derrey hig yn oie."
"Do not boast of the day until night comes." — Wait for the facts. Daily reflection 06-08: read it against today’s Island weather, news and neighbourly patience.
Did You Know · Manx trivia

A small Manx fact

Sulby: The river and valley link upland water with northern farmland. It is useful context when today’s news touches place, planning or public services.

This Day in Manx History

On or near 8 June · Through the years

1907
The first TT race held over a Mountain Course-style circuit (the original "St John's Course").
Today · Outlook

The shape of the day ahead

Light rain, 11°C (52°F), wind 19 mph. Highs of 15°C. Check A18 Mountain Road status before travelling.

Slane lhiat Until tomorrow morning — moghrey mie eu.
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