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Health bosses to give evidence over funding
Senior figures in Manx Care and the Department of Health and Social Care will give evidence to a Tynwald committee about healthcare funding this week. The Public Accounts Committee will sit on Thursday, May 14 in Legislative Buildings in Douglas. From 2.30pm it’ll hear evidence from Health Minister Claire Christian, DHSC chief officer Professor Tim O’Neill as well as finance officials Stephen Banks and Obi Hasan.
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The local news that matters this morning
A tight, deduplicated briefing from the 05:00–05:00 news window. Story titles link straight to the original report.
 | Manx Radio · Politics13:29 Too early for 'direct action' over cost-of-living concerns says chief ministerIsland's inflation rate jumps to 4.9%. The chief minister has told Manx Radio it’s too early for government to take direct action’ to help people who are struggling with the rising cost of living. Instead Alfred Cannan says government is keeping the situation - caused by the conflict in the Middle East - under review. |
 | Manx Radio · Health12:55 "No plans" for Island-based graduate medicine programme, says Manx CareHealthcare provider says students must currently enrol with UK universities to pursue medical degrees. There are currently no plans for an in-house graduate entry medicine programme delivered on the Isle of Man, according to Manx Care. The organisation was responding to a query about whether there could be scope for a locally based route into medicine, similar to existing training pathways for student nurses, paramedics and midwives. |
 | Manx Radio · Politics09:01 First election candidate declares for GarffFirefighter Sean Bostrom wants to continue serving the Island in a new way. Garff’s first candidate has declared their intention to stand in September’s General Election. Sean Bostrom has been a firefighter for the past 28 years, and says he wants to continue serving and supporting the Island in a new way. |
 | Manx Radio · Politics06:30 Understanding future technology trends 'essential' for election candidatesEvent organisers highlight key opportunities and challenges for the Island. Understanding future trends in technology will be ’essential’ for prospective election candidates on the Isle of Man, according to the organisers of a discussion on the topic. It was hosted by TEKEX, which hopes to make the Crown Dependencies better places to build and fund ambitious companies. |
 | Manx Radio · Politics12:59 MHK declares intention to stand for re-election in RamseyLawrie Hooper has represented the constituency since 2016. One of the current MHKs for Ramsey has announced his intention to stand for re-election in September. In a statement, he says many people feel government too often seems hesitant to take decisive actions. |
 | Manx Radio · Health17:39 Motorcyclist suffered fatal chest injuries in crashGareth Underwood was pronounced dead at Noble's Hospital. Report by BBC Isle of Man: A motorcyclist killed in a crash with a car in the west of the Isle of Man suffered fatal chest injuries, an inquest has heard. Gareth Underwood, 37, was pronounced dead at Noble’s Hospital shortly after 7.10pm on 15 April following the collision at Barregarrow crossroads. |
.jpeg?width=1200&auto=webp&trim=0%2C0%2C0%2C625) | IoM Today · Transport15:01 Three Steam Packet sailings altered due to tidal and weather conditionsLarne sailings have been brought forward by 24 hours. Tomorrow’s (Tuesday, May 12) 2.15pm Manxman trip from Douglas to Heysham will now depart slightly earlier at 1.45pm, due to tidal restrictions at Douglas Harbour. The flagship vessel was initially scheduled to arrive in Lancashire at 6pm, but will now arrive at roughly 5.30pm. |
 | Manx Radio · Health06:30 Permission sought for temporary dental unit in the northRamsey and District Cottage Hospital is temporarily closed for essential works. Planning permission is being sought to place a temporary dental unit in the car park at Ramsey and District Cottage Hospital. If approved, the proposed unit would be mounted on an HGV trailer for 18 months to address the current closure of the site. |
 | Manx Radio · Law16:48 Trial for trio accused of producing Class A drugs to IslandMen from UK stopped by police in July 2025. Three men will stand trial later this year accused of producing Class A drugs to the Isle of Man. Ramesh Pal Singh, of Hagley Street, and Hardeep Singh Cheema, of Caldwell Street, in Birmingham appeared at Douglas Courthouse. |
 | 3FM · Island News16:00 Vintage Jag with Manx connection stars on motoring showA vintage car with a TT connection has starred on a popular motoring Youtube channel. The Late Brake Show, which recovers forgotten cars from places like barns and hedges - is calling the Mark Ten saloon one of the best original condition Jaguars it’s ever seen. Discovered in Liverpool after 33 years, it says the car was owned by the Bishop of the Isle of Man and bought during a TT holiday. |
 | 3FM · Island News14:47 New charity shop opens todayAn Island charity says it's opened the Island's newest charity shop today. The Manx SPCA’s new outlet is in the former Hospice shop in the Looney’s building on Michael Street. It’ll open from 10am to 4pm Monday to Saturday. |
.jpeg?width=1200&auto=webp&trim=0%2C7%2C0%2C7) | IoM Today · Business12:00 Isle of Man dance school in race against time to find new homeThey have found no other premises that will be suitable for their business. Gena’s Dance Academy has submitted a change of use planning application to convert the upper floor of an industrial unit at Snugborough Trading Estate into a new dance studio. The academy’s current premises at Olive Court in Peel are due to be demolished as part of a new housing development, with the existing lease expiring in October 2027. |
.jpeg?width=1200&auto=webp&trim=0%2C525%2C0%2C100) | IoM Today · Politics16:33 Government announces major reforms to Isle of Man’s immigration rulesRecruitment from outside the Isle of Man first and Common Travel Area will be a final option. The follow-up to watch is what government does next, and whether the decision or report leads to a clear public outcome. |
 | IoM Today · Sport14:03 Tributes paid to competitor who died during Manx National Rally's opening stageThe medical incident took place on Friday’s opening stage of the event. Taylor had been driving a Ford Fiesta R5 Rally 2 when he suffered what organisers have described as a medical incident’ during the event’s opening stage on Friday morning which was based around the Staarvey area in the west. Tributes have been paid to the experienced competitor since the death was announced late on Friday afternoon. |
 | IoM Today · Sport13:08 Isle of Man u15s showcase talent in Tranmere draw and Lancaster defeatThe squad played at League Two Tranmere’s Prenton Park ground. On Saturday afternoon, the squad played Tranmere at Prenton Park, producing an impressive and hard‑fought performance in a closely-contested friendly. Despite being unfortunate to go in 1-0 down at half-time, the Manx side created multiple chances in the second-half, grabbing a deserved equaliser in the 70th minute when Harry Shields played captain Jayden Gaines through to finish calmly. |
 | IoM Today · Sport12:46 Manx duo to team up at Flitwick Motorcycles for Isle of Man TT's Sportbike racesThe islanders will line up for the three-lap contests on near-identical Yamaha R7s. It also gives a quick marker of how Island teams and competitors are faring when they travel into regional competition. |
 | IoM Today · Business12:34 Gaming firm granted Isle of Man gambling licenceSecuring an Isle of Man licence represents a major step forward. The licence was issued by the Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission with support from local iGaming consultancy SolutionsHub. It allows PlaySmart to operate within the Island’s regulated framework, which is widely recognised internationally for its regulatory standards. |
-visits-Ballalough-Farm.jpeg?width=1200&auto=webp&trim=0%2C0%2C133%2C0) | IoM Today · Island News12:13 Lieutenant Governor visits 'high-performing' dairy farmIt is a wonderful example of the commitment that underpins the island’s farming community. That makes it worth tracking beyond the headline, because it links local people, natural resources and practical environmental work around the Island. |
 | IoM Today · Island News11:55 Cottage at beauty spot becomes latest addition to charity's holiday home portfolioThe cottage offers visitors a rare opportunity to stay in one of the Isle of Man’s most scenic and unspoilt locations. The follow-up to watch is what government does next, and whether the decision or report leads to a clear public outcome. |
 | IoM Today · Politics11:36 Isle of Man Government appoints new Chief People OfficerI look forward to turning ambition into something people can feel every day. Ms Eames will lead the Office of Human Resources within the Cabinet Office and help deliver the Government’s People Strategy 2026-2031, which aims to create a more engaged, skilled and inclusive public service ’. She is due to take up the position on Monday, June 1. |
 | IoM Today (Sport) · Sport11:08 Football: Isle of Man women too strong for Preston North EndTheir opponents had won the North West Reginal Division One North championship this season. It also gives a quick marker of how Island teams and competitors are faring when they travel into regional competition. |
 | Manx Radio · Island News06:30 Island given stark warning about security risks surrounding climate changeA former senior British military commander gave talk at Villa Marina. Inaction on climate and nature could reduce GDP by around five percent over the next decade, and the weather we’re experiencing now is the most stable it will be in our lifetimes. Those were some of the stark messages delivered to an invited audience of the Island’s politicians and senior civil servants at a recent conference held at the Villa Marina. |
 | Manx Radio · Island News06:30 Renewed call for disposal fee to be added to purchase price of electrical goodsCharity founder believes scheme would reduce fly-tipping on the Island. The founder of an environmental charity is renewing his call for the disposal fee for large electrical goods such as fridges and washing machines to be built into the purchase price. Bill Dale from Beach Buddies says the blight of fly-tipping is a long-standing problem, which won’t go away while some people can avoid paying the fee by dumping items in the countryside or over cliffs. |
 | Manx Radio · Island News06:30 Island hosts 'first of its kind' visually impaired golf eventComis Golf Resort in collaboration with Sight Matters. The Isle of Man has been hosting a ’first of its kind’ golf tournament for visually impaired residents over the last month. Members of Sight Matters have been taking part in a four-week long event at the Comis Hotel and Golf Resort. |
 | 3FM · Business09:34 Legendary bike firm says Manx-themed flagship machines delivered soonMotorbike manufacturer Norton says it'll start delivering its new flagship machine, named after the Isle of Man, next month. The Manx R will be available in four variants, priced between £20,000 and £38,750. Those who’ve ordered the bikes will start seeing them delivered in June. |
 | 3FM · Island News08:04 Castletown cocks get happy ending from residentsTwo cockerels which were dumped in the south of the Island are settling in to a new home. The birds were left in Janet’s Corner last weekend, sparking worries from local residents as they roamed the estate. But yesterday local residents teamed up to catch the birds after a farmer said they’d give them a new home. |
 | 3FM · Culture07:35 No LitFest this year, say organisersAn Island festival says it won't be back this year, but is hoping to raise funds for next year's event. Manx LitFest, which usually takes place in September, took to Facebook to announce the news. Organisers say the event, which began in 2012, won’t be on this year but they’ll hold events throughout the year with an eye to returning in 2027. |
 | 3FM · Politics06:31 MHK raises questions over youngsters' English in schoolsHow many children who recently arrived on the Island have no basic English skills? That’s what Arbory, Castletown and Malew MHK Jason Moorhouse wants to know. During this week’s House of Keys sitting, he’ll ask Education Minister Daphne Caine for the figures from 2025. |
 | Manx Radio · Weather17:21 Planning application for onshore wind farm still being developedMU continuing to engage with stakeholders. Manx Utilities says work on an onshore windfarm project is continuing and more information will be shared when the proposals are sufficiently developed. A planning application has not yet been submitted for Cair Vie, at Earystane, despite suggestions that one was imminent. |
.jpg?width=1200&auto=webp&trim=0%2C0%2C0%2C0) | IoM Today · Law13:47 I’m not doing that': Man admits refusing breath test after police stopHe was pulled over due to concerns about his driving. Fifty-eight-year-old David Glynn Walker, of Mona Drive, also admitted having no valid driving licence or insurance, while appearing before magistrates on April 30. He is set to be sentenced today (May 12) after a probation report has been prepared. |
 | 3FM · Island News13:07 Much-loved Laxey pub opens its doors againA pub in Laxey says it's back open! In February, the Mines Tavern said it would close temporarily because of operational issues. However, today the much-loved pub on Captains Hill near the tram terminal says it’s back in business. |
 | 3FM · Transport12:42 Ronaldsway 7th most punctual airport in UK, says CAARonaldsway Airport has been ranked the seventh most-punctual in the UK. The facility in Castletown was listed in figures compiled by the UK’s Civil Aviation Authority. The data says 76.7 per cent of flights left within 15 minutes of their scheduled times. |
 | IoM Today · Island News13:39 Man denies stealing cash from fruit machines during pub burglaryThe case is set to head to trial. A 50-year-old man has denied an allegation of burgling the Horse and Plough pub in Braddan. Michael Daniel Bergquist is accused of committing the offence on March 31, and allegedly stealing cash from two gambling machines on the premises. |
 | IoM Today · Law13:23 Teen sentenced for allowing unlicensed driver behind wheelPolice stopped the vehicle after it went through a stop sign. Ryan Edge, aged 18, of Clagh Vane, Ballasalla, appeared before magistrates recently admitting the offence. The offence was committed on January 7, when Edge allowed Harry Garrett to drive his Volkswagen Golf, while he himself was a passenger. |
.jpeg?width=1200&auto=webp&trim=0%2C6%2C0%2C5) | IoM Today · Island News13:11 Man who jumped to a woman’s defence’ arrested after disturbanceWell, chivalry is not dead...’. A man who was Pava sprayed and put in leg restraints has been fined £1,000 after admitting resisting arrest and being drunk and disorderly. Thirty-three-year-old Jonathan James Elliott was arrested outside Jaks in Granville Street. |
 | IoM Today · Island News11:33 Couple celebrate 70th wedding anniversary by raising money for charityMay the years ahead be filled with continued joy and togetherness. John and Nona Welsh recently celebrated seven decades of marriage surrounded by family and friends, while also raising £525.20 for the charity through donations made in honour of the occasion. The couple were married in 1956 at Arbory Church before holding their wedding reception at the George Hotel in Castletown on the same morning. |
 | IoM Today (Sport) · Sport11:22 From the brink to glory: Pully crowned combi championsFour years ago the South Douglas club stood on the brink of collapse. Springfield Road has seen plenty over the years but few nights will have meant as much as this one. Four years ago the club stood on the brink of collapse, staring into the abyss and wondering whether there would even be a future. |
.jpeg?width=1200&auto=webp&trim=92%2C381%2C0%2C215) | IoM Today (Sport) · Sport10:55 Rugby: Douglas beat Wilmslow to clinch Cheshire VaseThat match was played at Lymm RFC near Warrington on Saturday. Their 47-22 win on the synthetic playing surface at the neutral Lymm RFC venue was emphatic. Douglas travelled with a strong first-team squad where the only notable omissions were Blake Snell and Kyle Martin through injury, and Douglas got off to the best possible start with two tries in the opening 10 minutes. |
 | Manx Radio · Island News06:30 Davey Todd: 'Several options' to look into ahead of TTRider still working to be fit and eligible after missing out on NW200. Davey Todd says he has ’several options’ to look into in his quest to be fit and eligible to race at this year’s Isle of Man TT Races which start later this month. The 2024 Senior champion was ruled out of this week’s North West 200 in Northern Ireland having been declared medically unfit to take part. |
 | 3FM · Island News08:52 Earl the Laxey cat loses collar in feline feudLaxey's most famous cat is recovering well after getting into a scrap at the weekend. Earl the Laxey cat’s owner Sharna Keig took to Facebook after the well-known moggy, who regularly greets visitors to the Laxey Wheel, came home with scratches yesterday. She says he’s suffered only a bruised ego as well as minor cuts - but has lost his collar. |
 | IoM Today · Business16:52 Pacesetter: The family business that has shaped Manx interiors for 50 yearsWe’re incredibly proud of our history and grateful to the many customers who have supported us over the years. For readers, the useful next step is to open the original report for the full detail, timing and any follow-up action that affects residents or businesses. |
Today's practical note
Weather check: Cloudy; 8°C this morning; high 12°C / low 7°C; winds around 11 mph. Check A18 Mountain Road status before travelling.
Tides · Douglas
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Sailings & Flights
Live boards and timetables for getting on and off the Island.
What's on: next 14 days
Island events, Villa Marina and Gaiety Theatre shows, and listings gathered from the main public What's On sources. Showing the first 16 of 107; check the source listings for late changes and tickets.
Today · Erin Arts Centre"sophia"
Today · Activate Ai Centre (hillary House)Learnai: "getting Started With Ai In Small Businesses" - Tues 12 May
Today · Artreach Studios, Unit 1, the Old Gasworks, Mill Road, PeelLife Drawing At Artreach Studios: 12 May 2026Today · Union Mills Methodist ChapelManx Bird Club
Today · 09 - 15 May · Villa Marina ArcadeFollican - University College Isle of Man Exhibition
Today · 12 Apr 2026–25 Oct 2026 · Duke Travel / Isle of Man Experiences Shop, Isle of Man Sea Terminal, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM12RFIsle of Man TT Course & Motor Museum Tour
Today · 12 May · Gaiety TheatreDylan Moran
Today · 14 Feb 2026–17 May 2026 · House Of Manannan, Mill Road, Peel, Isle of Man, IM5 1TAArt Adventures For Beginners
Today · 2 Apr 2026–31 Oct 2026 · Douglas Railway Station, Bank Hill, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM1 5PTIsle of Man Railways Dining Car
Today · 3 May 2026–18 Oct 2026 · Groudle Glen Railway, Onchan, Isle of Man, IM32HAFamily Trainspotting Challenge
Today · 3 May 2026–18 Oct 2026 · Groudle Glen Railway, Onchan, Isle of Man, IM32HASteam TeasTomorrow · Launchpad (hillary House)Learnai: "ai-powered Pulses" - Wed 13 May
Tomorrow · Erin Arts CentreMidweek Movie: Hamnet (12)Tomorrow · Braddan Church HallSpring Chicks Wi Monthly Meeting - Braddan
Tomorrow · the ChasmsWildlife Wander and Secret Explorer With Wild Guide Isle of Man Author
Tomorrow · 13 - 14 May · Broadway CinemaGlenrothanTynwald watch
Next meeting:House of Keys + Legislative Council — Tue, 12 May 2026 · 10.00am. House of Keys and Legislative Council sit at 10.00am; agenda papers and the last three proceedings are summarised below.
Coming up on the agenda
 | 2026-05-12House of Keys 12 May 2026 House of Keys Order Paper
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| 2026-05-12Legislative Council 12 May 2026 Legislative Council Order Paper
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Last 3 meetings: what happened
| 2026-05-05House of Keys 05 May 2026 House of Keys Votes and Proceedings
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| 2026-04-28House of Keys 28 Apr 2026 House of Keys Votes and Proceedings
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| 2026-04-28Legislative Council 28 Apr 2026 Legislative Council Votes and Proceedings
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Source: Tynwald RSS + websitehttps://tynwald.org.im/spfile?file=/business/opqp/opqp/2026-PP-0091.pdf
Public tenders & procurement
A compact supplier watch: deadlines first, then newly posted In-Tend opportunities. Use the portal for registration, documents and final deadlines.
Closing in the next week
deadline · closes 2026-05-12 · Department of Infrastructure · SSFM 503QUICK QUOTE – REPLACEMENT EXTERNAL TIMBER DOORS, VILLA MARINA – SSFM 503.deadline · closes 2026-05-12 · posted 2026-05-05 · Department of Infrastructure · SSFM 502QUICK QUOTE – REPLACEMENT OF EXTERNAL TIMBER WINDOWS, VILLA MARINA – SSFM 502.deadline · closes 2026-05-12 · Department of Infrastructure · SSFM 494QUICK QUOTE – SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION OF FIVE EXTERNAL DOORS, KIRK MICHAEL PRIMARY SCHOOL – SSFM 494.deadline · closes 2026-05-12 · Department of Infrastructure · SSFM 504QUICK QUOTE – SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT CANOPY, SCOILL PHURT LE MOIRREY PRIMARY SCHOOL – SSFM 504deadline · closes 2026-05-13 · posted 2026-04-22 · Department of InfrastructureQuick Quote - Analysis of Groundwater Samples from the Point of Ayre Landfill ComplexNewly posted
new · closes 2026-05-20 · posted 2026-05-08 · Harbours Division · DOI/2026/012Quick Quote - Supply and Installation of an Electric sliding Gate and Pedestrian Gate at Ramsey Boat Park.new · closes 2029-01-15 · posted 2026-05-08 · Department of Infrastructure (TSY) · DINF/2023/029DOI Select List for Maintenance Services – 2024new · closes 2030-01-01 · posted 2026-05-08 · Department of Infrastructure (TSY) · DOI/2025/032Application for Admission onto a Select List to Provide Cleaning Services- 2026new · closes 2026-06-08 · posted 2026-05-07 · Department of Infrastructure (TSY) · DOI.2026.015Request for Information - Physical Verification of Highway Services Fixed Assetsnew · closes 2026-06-18 · posted 2026-05-06 · Manx Utilities Authority · TT2025/35Tender - Construction of Gansey CSOSource: Isle of Man Government In-Tendhttps://in-tendhost.co.uk/iomg/aspx/Tenders/Current
Other Island sources worth watching
Extra source watch: Planning applications and weekly lists · Government consultations · Upcoming roadworks and road events · JobCentre vacancies · Courts listings and judgments
Resident pulse
Questions from today’s Tynwald updates and next-meeting calendar, with enough context to make each vote useful. Pick the answer you most want followed up in plain English.
House of Keys has questions coming up on fuel, horse trams, planning, census and education. Which answer should get the plain-English treatment first?
Before the Assisted Dying Bill comes back for debate, what should be set out in plain English?
Which bill or legislative item on the upcoming papers should readers understand before it moves?
Which practical government update should be explained first?
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.
gov.imresident link Benefits and financial support hubThe main official starting point for benefits, pensions, grants, legal aid, employment support and disability support. |
gov.imresident link Benefit Information GuideA plain guide to social security benefits and allowances available through the Isle of Man Treasury. |
gov.imresident link Grants and loansOfficial links for exceptional-needs grants, budgeting loans, student awards and vocational-training help. |
gov.imresident link Exceptional Needs Grants and Budgeting LoansHelp for urgent one-off needs and budgeting support when eligible households face essential costs. |
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A small Manx fact
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