MHK to present immigration petition to Tynwald

• An MHK will formally present a campaigner's petition calling for protections for immigrants with leave to remain on Island.
• Douglas North MHK John Wannenburgh is set to lay Vanessa Naude’s petition before Tynwald next month.
• It’s been signed by nearly 2,000 people, and asks government to provide protections for people who’ve already moved here legally, in the event of future immigration rule changes.

Today on the island

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The local news that matters this morning

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IoM Today · Politics11:01 Robert charts the history of Queen's Pier's remarkable survival - and triumphant rebirth • Calls to scrap it, blow it up’ and burn it down’ have been made by members of Tynwald at various times over the past 140 years.

Manx Radio · Weather06:42 Mooir Vannin project a 'once in a generation opportunity', says Ørsted • Offshore windfarm developers say it could lead to 10-15% reduction in electricity bills on-Island. • The developers behind the proposed windfarm off the Isle of Man’s east coast say it’s a ’once in a lifetime opportunity. Ørsted is hoping to build 87 wind turbines off the east coast of the Island. • At the moment, an independent panel is examining its application, and will ultimately give a recommendation to the Council of Ministers.

Manx Radio · Transport06:38 Roadworks planned for 'several weeks' in Onchan • Works being carried out by Isle of Man Energy and Manx Utilities. • Motorists travelling through Onchan could face disruption due to road works over the next few weeks. • The first is for essential water works will take place at the Corkills roundabout for the next two weeks.

IoM Today · Island News16:27 New employment rights move a step closer after Act receives Royal Assent • These new powers will allow us to introduce practical and compassionate rights. • The legislation allows the Department for Enterprise to progress the introduction of Neonatal Care Leave and Carer’s Leave, as well as broaden entitlement to Parental Bereavement Leave. • Under the proposals, Neonatal Care Leave would provide additional parental leave for parents whose child spends time in neonatal intensive care, with entitlement linked to the length of care received.

IoM Today · Politics13:20 Ørsted declines belated invite to attend windfarm public meeting • Election candidate says it’s entirely undemocratic’ that drop-in session will feature only one side of the windfarm debate. • 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.

IoM Today · Culture11:39 Former MasterChef: The Professionals contestant joins children's nursery • We believe healthy eating starts with understanding food. • Pippa Lovell has joined the team at Little Diamonds on Demesne Road as the nursery embarks on an ambitious project to create one of the island’s most sustainable and nutritious early years food programmes. • The appointment coincides with the development of a two-thirds of an acre kitchen garden at the home of owners Peter Halpin and Karen Hanly, where the nursery plans to grow a wide range of seasonal vegetables, salads, herbs and soft fruit.

Manx Radio · Culture16:12 Onchan Commissioners organise drop-in session about offshore windfarm • Members of the No Offshore Turbines 4 IOM will be in attendance. • Onchan Commissioners has organised a drop-in session for residents to learn about the Mooir Vannin offshore windfarm application. • Its being held at The Hub on 23 June and will run from 3.30pm until 6pm.

Manx Radio · Politics06:47 'Incredible' Island has no strategy for its territorial waters, says MHK • Julie Edge says plans for a Manx Marine Spatial Plan are 'better than nothing'. • An MHK says it’s ’incredible’ that a strategy for Manx territorial waters hasn’t been drawn up to date. • Onchan member Julie Edge wanted Tynwald to recognise it as a national natural resource of strategic importance and for the Council of Ministers to bring forward plans for a strategic framework for its management and licensing.

Manx Radio · Island News06:27 Could you become a Poppy Appeal volunteer? • Royal British Legion Isle of Man branch needs your support. • The Royal British Legion is on the lookout for more volunteers to support this year’s Poppy Appeal. • The Isle of Man is renowned for its generosity during the annual campaign but recently the number of volunteers on the Island has dwindled.

3FM · Politics07:37 Is a social media ban for under-16s coming to the Island? • An MHK will ask about possible social media restrictions for children this week. • When the House of Keys sits, Arbory, Castletown and Malew MHK Jason Moorhouse will ask Chief Minister Alf Cannan about the suggestion. • He wants to know what the government’s position is on restricting under-16s use of social media sites - the UK has announced it’ll ban them on many major platforms next year.

3FM · Weather07:19 Mercury set to hit 25°C in mini heatwave • A mini heatwave is set to bring some of the hottest weather of the year so far to the Isle of Man this week. • Today’s temperatures are expected to reach 23°C, with the five-day forecast showing conditions becoming even warmer in the days ahead. • The Ronaldsway Met Office says temperatures could peak at around 25°C by Thursday, bringing plenty of sunshine and increasingly humid conditions.

3FM · Island News06:48 Peel sewage treatment facility moves closer to completion • Manx Utilities says construction of the Peel sewage treatment works has taken another important step forward. • The company has now finished the concrete barrier walls at the site on Glenfaba Road. • MU adds it’ll now be removing construction materials from the site for around three weeks.

IoM Today · Island News16:32 Second Onchan Secret Gardens proves a hit • Event raises an impressive 10,000 in support of two island charities. • Event raises an impressive £10,000 in support of two island charities Organisers of this month’s Onchan Secret Gardens event have hailed it an outstanding success. • Fifteen secret gardens across the village and parish of Onchan were opened to the public over the weekend of June 13 and 14.

IoM Today · Politics16:00 Commonwealth Games 2026: Government House reception celebrates King's Baton Relay • Isle of Man athletes past and present were welcomed ahead of this summer’s Games. • Lieutenant Governor Sir John Lorimer and Lady Lorimer welcomed athletes past and present to mark the occasion, highlighting the Isle of Man’s involvement in the relay and the upcoming Games. • Across the week, the Isle of Man’s Baton visited several events and places across the island, including making an appearance at Centre 21 in Douglas, where representatives from a number of local organisations had the opportunity to view it and…

IoM Today · Business14:53 Isle of Man Maritime Conference takes place next month • It will bring together maritime leaders, innovators, policymakers, regulators, educators, and industry professionals from across the British Isles and beyond.

IoM Today · Politics14:49 Government House opens its grounds for Onchan Secret Gardens weekend • The Manx public helped raise just short of £10,000 for two local charities. • The event sees 14 secret gardens and locations open to the public, spanning all four corners of the village and the wider parish of Onchan to help raise valuable funds for two local charities - Sight Matters and Housing Matters. • Favourable weather helped attract people to the annual event, with visitors exploring a number of private and public gardens across the village, including the grounds of Government House.

IoM Today · Sport14:41 World Downhill Skateboarding Championship returns to the Isle of Man next week • A total of 60 competitors from around the world will take part. • The event will get underway next weekend on Friday, July 3 and continues until Sunday, July 5. • Building on last year’s success, the event has grown in scale and will this year take place on the Mountain Course.

IoM Today · Sport13:35 FC Isle of Man drawn against Widnes Town as Ravens re-enter cup competitions • The Manx side hasn’t played a cup tie since the 2021-22 campaign. • The Ravens have not competed in any knockout competitions since the 2021-22 campaign when the Manx outfit won the North West Counties Division One Challenge Cup. • With promotion to the larger Premier Division at the end of that season, the extra league games meant that the cost prohibited them from competing in the cup ties as well.

IoM Today · Sport11:49 Isle of Man medical team named for Commonwealth Games • It will be physio Ruth Cooil’s seventh Games as part of the medical team. • Dale Kalloo is the travelling party’s doctor, Ruth Cooil the physiotherapist, Nicole Burns the sports therapist and Dan Richmond its sports massage therapist. • Dr Kalloo is a GP and has a specialist interest in sports medicine.

IoM Today (Sport) · Sport09:31 Isle of Man runner claims 5,000 metres title at British Championships • He was one of three Manx medallists in Birmingham over the weekend. • The 26-year-old former Castle Rushen student continued his preparations for next month’s Commonwealth Games with an impressive run to take victory in the meeting’s 5,000 metres race. • Athletics correspondent David Griffiths said: David looked relaxed and in total control as he cruised through the first 4,500 metres before going up through the gears and winning with plenty to spare.

Manx Radio · Island News17:28 Injured walker rescued from Snaefell • Hill Search Team able to locate casualty quickly thanks to what3words. • A walker has had to be rescued from Snaefell today (22 June) after suffering a leg injury. • A Hill Search Team from the Isle of Man Fire and Rescue Service was called out to the incident shortly after 1pm.

Manx Radio · Island News13:36 Temporary units approved for 'critical dialysis' service in north • But committee stresses issues at RDCH need 'to be resolved sooner rather than later'. • Further temporary units are to be placed at Ramsey and District Cottage Hospital for up to two years. • The Planning Committee today (22 June) approved plans which will see mobile renal units and a reverse osmosis plant installed on the site to facilitate continuous dialysis procedures in the north.

Manx Radio · Island News14:28 Treasury told to look again at FOI request into Former Nurses' Home • Information Commissioner issues decision notice on query into rental eligibility. • Treasury has been told to look again at a Freedom of Information request which asked how properties in the Former Nurses’ Home in Douglas were allocated. • The request asked for all information relating to the rental eligibility criteria and allocation policies for the Thie Clag building, which was transformed into a residential dwelling by the Manx Development Corporation.

Manx Radio · Politics13:38 MHK to present territorial waters petition on behalf of campaigner • Petition calls for review into leasing to developers. • An MHK will present a petition to Tynwald calling for a review into the leasing of Manx territorial waters. • Garff member Andrew Smith will put forward the document on behalf of Ian Strafford from the No Offshore Turbines For Isle of Man - or NOT4IOM - campaign group.

Manx Radio · Politics12:34 Parents asked for their views on childcare provision • Government launches survey to inform future decision making. • Parents and carers on the Isle of Man are being asked to share their views about childcare. • Government has launched the Childcare Survey for people with youngsters aged up to 11.

Manx Radio · Island News13:13 Café opens in former Liverpool Arms pub • LA Brunch Club opens in recently refurbished 'Lonan Arms'. • A pub that’s been closed for the best part of a decade has reopened. • Formerly the Liverpool Arms, just north of Onchan, it’s now the Lonan Arms.

Manx Radio · Island News06:32 Dad has 'mixed feelings of guilt' following incident on Mountain • Glen Campbell is trying to raise £1,500. • A taxi driver from the UK says he doesn’t know if he will return to the Isle of Man following an incident involving his 12-year-old son during the TT. • Glen Campbell was riding on the Mountain Road with his son Charlie when another rider allegedly clipped them sending them sliding on the road. "I can’t tell you anything about this, other than thinking when will I stop sliding once stopped I looked up, and I was in the middle of the road (cars and bikes likely approaching at…

Manx Radio · Island News06:40 Event organised to help residents prepare for emergencies • It's at the Sea Terminal from 10am today. • Would you know what to do in an emergency? • An event is taking place today for Isle of Man residents to learn how to prepare for them and stay safe.

Manx Radio · Culture06:21 Mananan Festival celebrates 50th edition • Music, theatre and visual art all taking place at Erin Arts Centre. • Musicians, theatre groups and visual artists will all help a Manx event celebrate its 50th edition this month. • The Mananan Festival gets underway at the Erin Arts Centre next week.

3FM · Transport16:51 Town centre road shut for five days this week • A street in the centre of Castletown is shut for five days this week. • Malew Street is set to close between 6am and 6pm from Monday, June 22 until Friday, June 26. • There’ll also be temporary speed limits on Malew Road, which connects to it.

3FM · Island News14:48 New cafe opens in iconic former pub • A new café has opened in a landmark former pub. • The LA Brunch Club has set up shop in the former Lonan Arms in Baldrine. • Is says it’ll be serving excellent coffee and food, with a focus on local and homemade produce.

3FM · Island News11:44 Service to be held for long-serving RNLI volunteer • Tributes are being paid to a long-serving lifeboat crew member. • Douglas RNLI says it will always remember the commitment and courage of Harry Martland. • It adds he volunteered during a time period where the station helped save 86 lives.

IoM Today · Sport16:31 Harris off to winning start in Wimbledon qualifying • The 31-year-old was in dominant form when he went up against Italy’s Stefano Napolitano.

IoM Today · Law15:55 'It just slipped: Porsche driver fined after car crashes into hedge • He admitted careless driving in court. • Jaafar Al-Rubie crashed his Porsche 911 into a hedge on Johnny Watterson’s Lane. • Magistrates also endorsed his licence with four penalty points and ordered him to pay £50 prosecution costs.

IoM Today · Island News15:34 Complaints over conditions at Spar shop after air con breaks down • I was in the shop recently and I couldn’t believe how hot it was. • Shoppers have alleged food melted on shelves, freezer units were affected and staff were left working in uncomfortable conditions at Colby Spar while they waited for repairs. • A customer who contacted Isle of Man Today and asked not to be named said staff had told them that a part had been ordered to fix the air conditioning more than two weeks ago.

IoM Today · Island News12:05 Man lunged at pub official before punching him three times in the head • Violence towards staff on licensed premises is a huge aggravating factor. • Fifty-five-year-old Michael James Prior, of Victoria Crescent, also pleaded guilty to disorderly behaviour on licensed premises and will be sentenced in summary court on July 7. • Prosecuting advocate Sara-Jayne Dodge told the court that Prior had been drinking at the Rovers Return and then the Old Market Inn in Douglas on April 1.

IoM Today · Politics10:59 Sir Keir Starmer visibly upset as he announces resignation as UK Prime Minister • I have heard the answer of my parliamentary party...and I accept that answer with good grace.

Manx Radio · Business12:52 Ramsey Crookall celebrates 80 years of service • The business serves more than 5,000 clients across over 100 jurisdictions. • Ramsey Crookall is celebrating eight decades of service this month. • Founded in 1946, the firm of stockbrokers recognised the milestone with an official Market Close Ceremony at the London Stock Exchange.

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Thu 25 Jun · 25 - 27 Jun · Gaiety Theatre · Villa GaietyThe Good Life - the Service Players

Thu 25 Jun · Gaiety Theatre, Isle of Man · alleventsThe Good Life

Fri 26 Jun · 26 June 2026–28 June 2026 · Villa Marina, Promenade, Douglas, Douglas, IM1 2HP · Visit Isle of ManIsle of Man Scooter Rally

Today · Erin Arts Centre · erin arts centreExhibition: Connected To All Things By Gary Bennett

Today · the Draw · alleventsRamsey Farmers Market

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

Today · Mooragh Promenade, Ramsey, Im8 3, Isle of Man · alleventsRare Plant Rescue In Ramsey Led By Dr Philippa Tomlinson

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 · 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 · Erin Arts Centre · erin arts centreExhibition Preview: Connected To All Things By Gary Bennett

Tomorrow · Peel RNLI Lifeboat Station · alleventsMine's A Shanty Peel RNLI Fundraiser

Tomorrow · Broadway Cinema · villa gaietyNational Theatre Live: Les Liaisons Dangereuses

Tomorrow · King William's College, Im9 1tp Castletown, Isle of Man, Isle of Man · alleventsThe Last Supper By Reckless Sleepers

Tomorrow · 24 - 25 Jun · Broadway Cinema · Villa GaietyMasters of the Universe

Tomorrow · 24 June 2026–28 June 2026 · SUPERCAR ISLAND, THROUGHOUT THE ISLE OF MAN, ISLE OF MAN, ISLE OF MAN, IM1 1AR · Visit Isle of ManPetrolheadonism Supercar Island

Thu 25 Jun · Loch Promenade Church · alleventsBeneficial Ownership Compliance – the 2026 Approach

Thu 25 Jun · the Draw · alleventsChurch of Cash At the Draw Summer Concert Series

Thu 25 Jun · Comis Hotel (mount Murray Hotel) · digital isle of man & alleventsInnovation Challenge Finale 2026

Thu 25 Jun · Manx Legion · manx radioLunch Club

Thu 25 Jun · Age Concern Health & Wellbeing 50+ Ace Place · manx radioManx Deaf Society Awareness Session

Thu 25 Jun · 39 Victoria Street, Im1 2lf Douglas, Isle of Man, Isle of Man · alleventsSummer Drinks Event

Fri 26 Jun · Samis At the Bradda Glen · alleventsA Taste of Cairo Dinner Show In Port Erin

Fri 26 Jun · Launchpad (hillary House) · alleventsCommunities of Practice: Digital Compliance

Fri 26 Jun · Rosehill Farm Apartments · visit isle of man & allevents (douglas) & visitor events calendarFull Moon Festival

Fri 26 Jun · Artreach Studios · alleventsGlaze Session - Friday 26th June

Fri 26 Jun · Comis Hotel & Golf Resort · alleventsLiverpool and Isle of Man Chambers – Working Together

Fri 26 Jun · Ballakilpheric Chapel · manx radioPeter Kelly's "memories" Part 2

Fri 26 Jun · 26 Jun - 02 Jul · Broadway Cinema · Villa GaietyDisclosure Day

Fri 26 Jun · 26 Jun - 31 Jul · Dragons Castle · Villa GaietyPop-In and Play At Dragon's Castle

Fri 26 Jun · 26 June 2026 · Dhoon Glen, IM7 1HL · Visit Isle of ManGlass Flowers

Sat 27 Jun · St Ninian's Church & Parish Centre · allevents130 Years In the Making: the Dcu Summer Concert

Sat 27 Jun · Peel Beach, Peel, Isle of Man, Isle of Man · allevents3 Million - 27th June

Sat 27 Jun · Victoria Hall, Finch Road, Douglas, Isle of Man · allevents80s Disco 🪩

Sat 27 Jun · Laxey, Isle of Man · visit isle of man & alleventsA Manx Day Out In Laxey

Sat 27 Jun · Isle of Man · manx radioBalley Cashtal Market

Sat 27 Jun · Douglas City Library · manx radioCash Compass

Sat 27 Jun · Isle of Man · manx radioDouglas Choral Union: Summer Concert

Sat 27 Jun · Mooragh Lake Car Park · alleventsGran Fondo Isle of Man Guided Ride

Sat 27 Jun · Isle of Man Clay Pigeon Shooting Club Range · hospice isle of manHospice Clay Pigeon Shoot

Sat 27 Jun · Raad Ny Foillan, Isle of Man · hospice isle of man & visitor events calendarHospice Ultramann 2026

Sat 27 Jun · North Quay · manx radioJazz & Blues Festival (north Quay Live)

Sat 27 Jun · Cathedral Isle of Man · alleventsJoint Concert Featuring Rushen Silver Band and Ballafesson Brass

Sat 27 Jun · King William's College, Im9 1tp Castletown, Isle of Man, Isle of Man · alleventsLes Liaisons Dangereuses - National Theatre Live

Sat 27 Jun · St Peters Church · manx radioOnchan Silver Band Night At the Movies

Sat 27 Jun · Samis At the Bradda Glen · alleventsOpen Level Belly Dancing Class At Sami's Bradda Glen, Port Erin

Sat 27 Jun · Douglas Promenade, Isle of Man · alleventsPetrolheadonism Cars and Coffee Event 2026

Sat 27 Jun · the Railway Inn · alleventsPresentation Evening

Sat 27 Jun · Town Hall Port St Mary · alleventsPride Film Festival - Rocky Horror Picture Show

Sat 27 Jun · Mannanan House, Castletown, Isle of Man, Isle of Man · alleventsRevolution To the Max! Lifting Fun Day

Sat 27 Jun · Zen At the Glen · alleventsSecret Gig In the Glen 🌿

Sat 27 Jun · Samis At the Bradda Glen · alleventsTaste of Cairo Dinner Show

Sat 27 Jun · Centenary Centre · centenary centre & peel onlineThe Houghton Weavers

Sat 27 Jun · 27 June 2026 · Douglas Quay, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM9 1HP · Visit Isle of ManAtla Race the Sun

Sat 27 Jun · 27 June 2026 · Douglas Quay, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM9 1HP · Visit Isle of ManIOM Steam Packet UltraMann

Sun 28 Jun · Victoria Square, Im9 6ld Port Erin, Isle of Man, Isle of Man · erin arts centre & allevents130 Years In the Making: the Dcu Summer Concert

Sun 28 Jun · Douglas Prom · alleventsAnnual Horse Tram Pull

Sun 28 Jun · St Catherines Church Hall · manx radioAntiques & Collectables Fair

Sun 28 Jun · Unit 11, White Hoe Industrial Estate, Old Castletown Road, Douglas, Isle of Man · alleventsBike Meet

Sun 28 Jun · Archallagan Plantation · alleventsCycle 360 Gravel & Xc Mtb Series - Round 2

Sun 28 Jun · Port Erin Breakwater · alleventsMermaid's Cove Glass Bottomed Kayak Adventure

Sun 28 Jun · Peel, Isle of Man · alleventsSummer Fling - Fashion Fling 2.0

Mon 29 Jun · Erin Arts Centre · erin arts centreMananan 50: Roscoe Piano Trio

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

Tue 30 Jun · Hillary House, Prospect Hill, Im1 1eq Douglas, Isle of Man, Isle of Man · alleventsFrom Founder Hustle To Scalable Operations - Lisa Karran

Tue 30 Jun · Digital Isle of Man · digital isle of manGitex Europe 2026

Tue 30 Jun · Best Western Palace Hotel Casino · alleventsIfrs Update

Tue 30 Jun · Erin Arts Centre · erin arts centreMananan 50: Ashlishyn Noa (new Visions)

2026-07-05 · St John's · Moghrey Mie calendarTynwald Day

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