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Isle of Man TT 2026: Watch legendary competitor 'Milky' Quayle reveal his top five spots to watch the races

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He’s gone into some detail about each spot - and there’s some surprises in there Plus: Fire crews tackle shed blaze in Port Erin
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Isle of Man TT 2026: Watch legendary competitor 'Milky' Quayle reveal his top five spots to watch the races

Isle of Man TT 2026: Watch legendary competitor 'Milky' Quayle reveal his top five spots to watch the races

• He’s gone into some detail about each spot - and there’s some surprises in there.
• Who knows the Mountain Course better than Milky Quayle.
• As the TT’s current rider liaison officer, alongside Johnny Barton, Milky is busy throughout the year preparing the fresh crop of newcomers ahead of their first time racing around the Mountain Course.

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Today on the island

Rainy, 12°C (54°F), wind 18 mph

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12°C
Rainy · High 14° · Low 12°
Wind
18mph
Fresh
High Tide
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Around the Island · 23 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.

Fire crews tackle shed blaze in Port Erin
IoM Today · Island News12:51

Fire crews tackle shed blaze in Port Erin

• Emergency crews were dispatched at 3.52pm on Saturday.
• Emergency crews were dispatched at 3.52pm following reports of a garden shed on fire in the village, with two fire appliances attending the incident.
• Upon arrival, firefighters found the shed well alight, and the incident commander immediately deployed a team equipped with a high-pressure hose reel to bring the blaze under control.

Island values migrants who moved here 'in good faith'
Manx Radio · Politics06:41

Island values migrants who moved here 'in good faith'

• Treasury minister discusses potential changes to indefinite leave to remain rules.
• The treasury minister says the Island values migrants who moved here "in good faith" ahead of potential changes to the UK’s visa system.
• The Home Office there is considering changes which could see the minimum time a person must live in the UK before applying for indefinite leave to remain increase from five to 10 years.

Island Yoga Network invites you to celebrate International Yoga Day
IoM Today · Culture11:30

Island Yoga Network invites you to celebrate International Yoga Day

• The theme for this year is Yoga for Wellness, Wisdom and World Peace.’.
• It has been celebrated annually on June 21, since Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi proposed it during his address at the United Nations General Assembly in Septermber 2014.
• He described it as India’s gift to the world.

David Cretney column: Looking back at the Isle of Man TTs of 1966, 1976 and 1986
IoM Today · Island News10:30

David Cretney column: Looking back at the Isle of Man TTs of 1966, 1976 and 1986

• In 66 the TT was moved to August because of the National Seamen’s Strike.
• This came about because of deep-seated grievances regarding gruelling maritime working hours, stagnant pay and rigid discipline.
• Ultimately, the strike secured improvements, but on a tourist island with rather limited flights it had an immediate impact, with food rationing and the historic forced postponement of the 1966 TT from the scheduled date in June by the Auto Cycle Union.

Sophia Morrison: Pioneering Manx cultural activist remembered
IoM Today · Culture10:00

Sophia Morrison: Pioneering Manx cultural activist remembered

• There is hardly a part of Manx culture today which is not flourishing in the wake of Sophia’s hard work a century ago.

'Crox' was the cover man in the first edition of TT News
IoM Today · Island News08:00

'Crox' was the cover man in the first edition of TT News

• Fifty years later, TT News is included as special supplements within the Isle of Man Examiner and Manx Independent.

Keeping up with Isle of Man TT's growth becoming a challenge, says Head of Motorsport
IoM Today · Island News07:01

Keeping up with Isle of Man TT's growth becoming a challenge, says Head of Motorsport

• I think all those little changes together feel like a lot of change.
• As the 2026 TT began earlier this week, Mr Phillips reflected on the huge amount of work that goes into delivering the festival, describing the final build-up period as the busiest and most demanding part of the year for organisers.
• Speaking ahead of the opening qualifying sessions, he said: The event’s growing quickly, and trying to keep up with that growth is a challenge.’ He added: This is the busiest week of my year, and my team here.

Stricken yacht was 'enveloped in thick mist'
Manx Radio · Island News13:35

Stricken yacht was 'enveloped in thick mist'

• Ramsey RNLI rescues vessel off east coast.
• Ramsey RNLI went to the aid of a yacht in difficulty off the east coast of Douglas this morning (31 May).
• The lifeboat was launched just before 12.30am, in a moderate swell, and located the vessel despite it being enveloped in thick mist.

Custody suite 'fairly full' after alcohol related arrests
Manx Radio · Law11:33

Custody suite 'fairly full' after alcohol related arrests

• Police continuing to urge people to make 'sensible choices'.
• Police say they have contingency plans in place to help with capacity issues at Police Headquarters.
• This morning (31 May) the custody suite was fairly full’ after a number of people were arrested on Saturday.

Bad weather prompts cancellation of Port Erin TT Day
Manx Radio · Weather11:06

Bad weather prompts cancellation of Port Erin TT Day

• Organisers 'very sad' it won't be going ahead.
• Predicated poor weather has forced the cancellation of the Port Erin TT Day.
• The event had been due to take place tomorrow (1 June).

Court for trio accused of human trafficking
Manx Radio · Law10:15

Court for trio accused of human trafficking

• Three also facing charge of participating in a criminal organisation.
• Three people have appeared at Douglas Courthouse accused of human trafficking.
• Joseph Vidal, Jupiter Villacillo and Mary Ann Nemeno face 17 charges of arranging human trafficking for the purpose of exploitation.

Mountain Road closed due to crash near Guthries
Manx Radio · Health08:24

Mountain Road closed due to crash near Guthries

• Police ask motorists to take extra care.
• Police are asking motorists to take extra care on the Island’s roads this morning (31 May).
• The Mountain Road has been closed between The Hairpin and The Bungalow.

Superbike race to kickstart TT 2026 race week
Manx Radio · Island News06:27

Superbike race to kickstart TT 2026 race week

• Due to be 'dry with bright or sunny intervals'.
• The second race day of TT 2026 is due to get underway this afternoon (31 May).
• The RST Superbike, six-lap race, has a scheduled start time of 1.30pm.

Women to lead the TT Legacy Lap
Manx Radio · Island News06:37

Women to lead the TT Legacy Lap

• Hundreds expected to take part in speed-controlled ride-out.
• Women will be celebrated today for their role in the history, and future, of motorcycling.
• The Women Riders World Relay will lead this morning’s TT Legacy Lap (31 May).

Public urged to help in search for missing Dolly
Manx Radio · Island News08:30

Public urged to help in search for missing Dolly

• Two search operations taking place in Onchan.
• Efforts to find a missing dog in Onchan are being stepped up today (31 May).
• Dolly - the three-legged 13-year-old Chihuahua - has been missing since Thursday.

Jessopp re-elected as chairman of Braddan Commissioners
Manx Radio · Island News06:43

Jessopp re-elected as chairman of Braddan Commissioners

• Wants to continue 'actively engaging' with local community.
• Braddan Commissioners have re-elected Andrew Jessopp as chairman for the next year.
• The local authority says he will bring a ’wealth’ of experience to the position having previously been chairman to the commissioners a number of times since 2013.

Dean Harrison wins the first race of TT 2026
3FM · Sport15:44

Dean Harrison wins the first race of TT 2026

• Dean Harrison has been announced as winner in the first day of racing at this year's TT.
• Riding for Honda, Harrison took first place in this afternoon’s Superbike race, Sunday, May 31.
• He was followed by Peter Hickman in second place and Michael Dunlop in third.

Chance to be part of the TT movie this afternoon
3FM · Island News13:35

Chance to be part of the TT movie this afternoon

• Your chance to be part of a TT film is now this afternoon!
• The public’s being invited to form cheering crowds at the Grandstand to celebrate a fictional TT winner, for Channing Tatum’s ’Isle of Man’ film.
• After previously being rescheduled, a government spokesperson says filming is now due to take place from 4pm to 9pm after the Superbike race today, Sunday, May 31.

Police issue reminder around drone usage during TT as arrest made
IoM Today · Law15:40

Police issue reminder around drone usage during TT as arrest made

• We made it as far as race week without an arrest for unauthorised use of a drone.

'The Hidden Cost of Cute': Charity campaign highlights issues with 'cute' pets
IoM Today · Island News10:00

'The Hidden Cost of Cute': Charity campaign highlights issues with 'cute' pets

• Facebook, Instagram, TicTok and the like are rapidly changing how people expect dogs and cats to look, behave and be treated.
• The practical angle is the support available locally, who can access it, and whether the extra training improves help for people at risk.

Expect patchy rain today and moderate rain tomorrow
IoM Today · Weather06:18

Expect patchy rain today and moderate rain tomorrow

• Today, Sunday, May 31, in Douglas will bring patchy rain with brief cloudy spells.
• Expect drizzle episodes, with maximum temperatures near 13°C and lows near 11°C.
• Winds may pick up slightly, offering fresh gusts in local weather updates.

Bus services 'at risk' of not operating on TT Race Day 2
Manx Radio · Sport08:20

Bus services 'at risk' of not operating on TT Race Day 2

• Several routes affected between 12-hour period.
• Several bus services across the Island are at risk’ of not operating today (31 May).
• The routes affected are Island wide and affect journeys between 8am and 8pm.

Police investigating incident on southern bus involving 'several youths'
IoM Today · Transport11:26

Police investigating incident on southern bus involving 'several youths'

• The incident occurred on May 7.
• Police are appealing for information regarding an incident that took place on a bus in the south of the Isle of Man earlier in May.
• The incident occurred on Thursday, May 7 at around 3.45pm towards the rear of the Number 1 bus travelling from Port Erin to Douglas.

Island Utility · Practical note

Today's practical note

Weather check: Rainy; 12°C this morning; high 14°C / low 12°C; winds around 18 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.

00:38
▲ High
6.42m
07:03
▼ Low
1.28m
12:54
▲ High
5.78m
19:04
▼ Low
1.21m
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14 Jun · Gaiety Theatre · Villa GaietyAmazing AnimalsIsle 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 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 Ashlish
Tynwald · Sitting watch

Tynwald in plain English

Next up:Tue, 9 Jun 2026. This section pulls out what is on the agenda, what members said last time, and the official update readers should know about.

At a glance

Tue, 26 May 2026 · House of KeysWhat was said and decidedQuestions Question 1 was not asked, having been withdrawn before the sitting. Questions 2 A formal motion was carried; open the proceedings PDF for the full wording and vote context.Read the proceedings →Fri, 29 May 2026 · official updateWhat changedOfficial update: Tynwald Day 2026.Read the update →Tue, 9 Jun 2026 · sitting calendarWhat is coming nextThe sitting on Tue, 9 Jun 2026 is the next listed sitting after the immediate House of Keys business. Use the calendar to check dates before attending or following live.View sitting dates →

Source: Tynwald RSS + websitehttps://www.tynwald.org.im/business/sittings

FOI · 20 recent requests

Recent FOI requests

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

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 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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20 May · case 5548090Environmental Assessment

• Asked: provide any internal government assessments regarding the disturbance of legacy seabed…
• Authority: Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture
• Outcome: Information not held (27 May)

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20 May · case 5546134Heritage railways

• Asked: Under the Freedom of Information Act 2015, I am requesting the following specific records…
• 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 2026-06-01 · posted 2025-07-29 · Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture (TSY) · DEFA/2024/001Forestry Harvesting Select List - 2024Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture (TSY): Forestry Harvesting Select List - 2024 - DEFA/2024/001 The Isle of Man Government invites expressions of interest from suitably competent and experienced contractors who would like to be included on a select list for Forestry Harvesting Services for the… Deadline: 2026-06-01.Open tender record →deadline · closes 2026-06-01 · posted 2023-09-21 · Department of Infrastructure (TSY) · DINF.2964Landscape Maintenance Select ListDepartment of Infrastructure (TSY): Landscape Maintenance Select List (DINF.2964) The Isle of Man Government invites expressions of interest from contractors who would like to apply to be included on the Department of Infrastructure’s Landscape Maintenance Select List. For Further Information… Deadline: 2026-06-01.Open tender record →deadline · closes 2026-06-01 · posted 2026-05-15 · Department of Infrastructure · DOI/2026/013Quick Quote - Refurbishment of Harbours Stop logs and Cradles.Department of Infrastructure wants painting, blasting and welding work on harbour stop logs and cradles. Deadline: 2026-06-01.Open tender record →deadline · closes 2026-06-02 · posted 2026-05-18 · Department of Infrastructure (TSY) · DOI.2026.008Aviation Firefighter Initial Training Course ProviderDepartment of Infrastructure (TSY) is looking for a provider to train aviation firefighters. Deadline: 2026-06-02.Open tender record →deadline · closes 2026-06-02 · Department of Infrastructure · SSFM 519Quick Quote - Fire Stopping Works Ramsey District Cottage Hospital - Renal and TheatresDepartment of Infrastructure: Please find attached documentation for a quick quote competition to provide Fire Stopping Works at RDCH to Department of Infrastructure to be carried out in June/July 2026. Shared Services Division (SSD) is a Division of the Department of Infrastructure and… Deadline: 2026-06-02.Open tender record →

Newly posted

new · 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 →new · 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 →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 2026-06-04 · posted 2026-05-27 · Department of Infrastructure (TSY) · Ref: STC01.QUICK QUOTE REQUEST - DOI Fleet Service Workshops Small Tool CalibrationDepartment of Infrastructure (TSY): Please find attached documentation for a quick quote competition to provide QUICK QUOTE REQUEST - DOI Fleet Service Workshops Small Tool Calibration to Shared Fleet Services to be carried out between Nov 2026 and Nov 2029. QUICK QUOTE REQUEST - DOI Fleet… Deadline: 2026-06-04.Open tender record →

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

Source watch · useful Island sites

Government watch in plain English

The official pages most likely to affect readers: planning, consultations, roads, jobs and courts, 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 →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 →
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Amazon Picks · 3 Isle of Man searches

Three Island Amazon finds

Rotating Isle of Man and Manx book/product searches.

100 Years of the Isle of Man TT book
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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
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The Isle of Man TT book

Road-racing reading for TT fans.

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Isle of Man map book
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Isle of Man map book

Map and guide searches for walkers and visitors.

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Focklyn y Laa · Manx of the Day
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In a sentenceThe Manx parliament. Daily note 06-01: use it when the Island story gives you the chance.
Raa y Laa · Proverb of the day

From the Manx oral tradition

"Mannin veg veen."
"Dear little Mann." — Affection for the Island in four words. Daily reflection 06-01: read it against today’s Island weather, news and neighbourly patience.
Did You Know · Manx trivia

A small Manx fact

The Sound: The tide race between the Calf and the Island is one of Mann’s great natural spectacles. It is useful context when today’s news touches place, planning or public services.

This Day in Manx History

On or near 1 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

Rainy, 12°C (54°F), wind 18 mph. Highs of 14°C. Check A18 Mountain Road status before travelling.

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