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The local news that matters this morning

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

Manx Radio · Politics · 17:49 Tynwald backs first time buyer changes • Infrastructure Minister Tim Crookall brought the changes to the two schemes following a consultation. • Tynwald has approved changes to first time buyers’ schemes that will cut the minimum residency requirement to three years. • However, for the first home open scheme - which essentially opens up the scheme to the wider housing market - there was some push back from members.

IoM Today · Politics · 21:34 MHK escapes censure for accusing Tynwald member of being 'malevolent by action' • Final sitting of this parliament ends in scenes close to farce. • The final sitting of Tynwald before the general election concluded with a lengthy debate on the conduct of members and the language they use towards each other outside the chamber. • In the end, amid scenes close to farce, Tynwald voted not to censure an MHK over her social media posts and letter to the Examiner which included scathing criticism of a parliamentary colleague.

Manx Radio · Politics · 11:27 Tynwald report finds DoI staff lied • Commissioner for Administration investigated dispute over removal of vehicle. • Tynwald’s Commissioner for Administration has said staff at the Department of Infrastructure lied during a dispute over the removal of a vehicle. • Advocate Paul Beckett investigated after a motorist complained the department impounded their black Honda Civic from private land in June 2025.

Manx Radio · Politics · 06:24 Tynwald approves whistleblowing procedure changes • Committee's report received by the court. • Tynwald has voted to make changes to the government’s whistleblowing procedures after a lengthy, and at times heated, debate. • It comes following a committee into the practice which was led by chair, Onchan MHK, Julie Edge.

IoM Today · Politics · 15:08 Tynwald rejects call to merge President and Speaker roles • Motion dismissed by one MHK as constitutional vandalism masquerading as reform. • No former President or Speaker should be able to return to the same office within five years, she said. • Ms Edge requested that the Standing Orders Committee consider and report on the legislation needed to bring about these changes.

Manx Radio · Politics · 06:17 VAT removal from electricity bills will cost government £1 million • Island following UK in applying cut. • Following the UK’s lead and removing the five percent VAT rate from electricity bills will cost the Manx Government around £1 million to the end of the current financial year. • The treasury minister has ruled out the Island breaking ranks with its larger neighbour and says the cut, introduced by Prime Minister Andy Burnham, will be passed on to Manx consumers.

Manx Radio · Politics · 16:14 Sixth candidate declares for Rushen • Gary Chambers hoping for a seat in the House of Keys. • A sixth candidate has announced their intention to stand in Rushen in September’s General Election. • Gary Chambers is a Port Erin commissioner and will be standing for the Liberal Vannin party.

IoM Today · Island News · 23:46 Commonwealth Games 2026 officially underway • Flag bearer Alfie Bezance and baton bearer Laura Kinley led Team Isle of Man onto the stage.

Manx Radio · Politics · 06:21 Too early to price up King's visit says chief minister • Policing bill for a previous visit by Queen Camilla was £123K. • It is too early to say how much the Lord of Mann’s visit to the Island cost taxpayers. • Chief Minister Alfred Cannan was asked about the bill for the Royal visit in Tynwald (21 July).

3FM · Politics · 12:42 Register to vote to run in election, says government • If you're planning on standing the general election, make sure you're registered to vote yourself! • That’s the message from government, as the deadline for nominees to register as electors approaches on Monday, July 27. • Meanwhile candidates must submit nomination papers, ID, and declaration of interests to their constituency’s deputy returning officers between Wednesday, August 19 August and Sunday, August 26.

3FM · Politics · 09:47 Nearly £50k in relocation costs repaid to government • Chief Minister Alf Cannan says almost £50,000 in relocation costs has been repaid to government after staff left. • In Tynwald this week, he faced questions from Arbory, Castletown and Malew MHK Jason Moorhouse about the payments since 2023. • Mr Cannan said 364 people had been paid a total of £2.1 million to move to the Island and work for government.

3FM · Island News · 19:56 Manx Utilities paying back smart meter users after over-charging them • Manx Utilities is issuing refunds after over-charging people on smart meters for almost a year. • Dozens of people took to social media after receiving emails saying they’d been charged to much for power between 11pm and 11.30pm daily. • The organisation says it’s checked its records back to last August.

3FM · Island News · 15:43 Petition calls for better legal protection for pets • Should the Island's animals be treated as sentient beings instead of people's property? • Island resident Natasha Lapsley thinks so, and has launched a petition asking the government to change the law. • On change.org she says pets are sentient family members with emotions, needs, and the right to safety - and deserve better legal protections.

3FM · Island News · 14:42 Esther thanked for purr-fect fundraiser • A little girl who found her best friend at the Manx SPCA has repaid the favour by raising money for the organisation. • Esther adopted her cat Bertie from the Foxdale-based charity. • And earlier this month she took part in the Mini Parish Walk for youngsters in the Arboretum in St Johns.

IoM Today · Island News · 15:42 Isle of Man's first seal pup of the season spotted weeks early • An exciting sight for wildlife enthusiasts! • The Isle of Man’s first grey seal pup of the season has been spotted several weeks earlier than usual. • Manx Wildlife Trust (MWT) shared the news on social media after the young pup was photographed by Richard Cowin.

IoM Today · Culture · 14:00 List of gigs, live music and events across the Isle of Man this week • This week’s gig guide. - Saddleoke with Ray Sloane at The Saddle, Douglas. - Ramsey Folk Club singaround at the Buffs (R.A.O.B) Club, Derby Road, Ramsey, 8pm to 11pm. - Albertoke with Ray Sloane at The Albert, Douglas. - Jamie’s Cheesey Disco at the Union, Castletown. - ​Karaoke and Disco at The Central, Ramsey, 8pm. - Traditional music session at The Mitre, Ramsey, 8.30pm. - The Clypse at Motor Isle, Douglas, 9pm. - Trevor Shimmin at Quids Inn, Douglas, 9.15pm to midnight. - Awesome Party Band at Jaks Bar and… • This week’s gig guide

IoM Today · Sport · 13:17 Isle of Man under-19s aim for Surf Cup triumph in California • This will be the 25th year a schools’ side from the island has ventured to the west coast of the USA.

IoM Today · Sport · 12:57 Combination promotion and relegation proposal could bring major shake-up to Isle of Man football • The proposal emerged as the biggest talking point during Monday’s FA Rules Revision Meeting.

IoM Today · Sport · 12:15 Sweltering evening for Manx Harriers runs and walks • The 5km senior event had a great entry of 37 runners and lots of close racing. • The junior 3km runners produced a close race between Rory Teare and Cameron Leslie in which Rory pulled clear on the closing lap to get a safe margin of victory. • Joseph Delaney also put in a fine effort for third.

IoM Today · Business · 11:31 Sulby car boot sale raises more than £230 for Isle of Man charity • I want to thank everyone who contributed to the event’s success. • The event, organised by Judy Kelly, took place at Sulby Community Hall on Sunday, with proceeds from admission fees and a raffle totalling £233.80. • The donation was presented by Mrs Kelly to June Young, a founding member of the Friends of Robert Owen House charity.

IoM Today · Culture · 11:13 Manx Bard pens poem on 'kindness' amidst Katie Hopkins visit • Maybe it seems old fashioned nowadays, but I am told that kindness still matters. • The linked report gives the source-specific context for "Manx Bard pens poem on 'kindness' amidst Katie Hopkins visit".

3FM · Culture · 16:37 No early publication of Peel quay plans, says department • Plans for Peel's East Quay will remain under wraps for now - after the Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture said it wouldn't publish them in response to a Freedom of Information request. • The request asked for proposals for the quayside, which have been put together by the Department of Infrastructure. • However, DEFA says the information is due to be published at a future date as part of the planning process.

IoM Today · Island News · 16:40 Jet ski users warned after reports of high-speed manoeuvres near swimmers • Officials described the behaviour as creating a serious risk to life. • The Department of Infrastructure’s Harbours Division said several personal watercraft were seen travelling at speed near families, including young children, and open-water swimmers during a busy weekend. • The Harbours Division said jet skis and other personal watercraft are capable of travelling at significant speeds and that reckless operation could have devastating consequences.

Manx Radio · Weather · 14:42 Onshore wind farm remains at pre-application stage • More public consultations to be held. • The proposed onshore wind farm at Earystane remains at the pre-application stage as more work is needed. • The Manx Utilities chairman told Tynwald this week that further environmental, ecological and technical work is required.

Manx Radio · Island News · 06:29 Port St Mary Commissioners to tackle overgrown trees and invasive plants • It was just one of the issues discussed at the local authority's public meeting. • Port St Mary Commissioners says it will be writing to a local landowner after concerns were raised to the board about overgrown sycamore trees in the village. • The local authority believes that the issue on Primrose Terrace could affect visitors as well as the residents in the area.

3FM · Island News · 06:49 Plans to revamp TT course landmark • A planning application's been submitted to revamp a TT course landmark. • The owners of the Whitehouse in Kirk Michael have applied for permission to refurbish it and build extensions onto either side of the property. • Its grounds draw large crowds to watch the Island’s road races each year.

3FM · Island News · 06:40 Can you help 'bale' out the Commissioners? • Onchan Commissioners say they're looking for a farmer to help "bale" them out! • The local authority took to Facebook to appeal for square barley bales. • In its post, it says they’d be for operational use, but didn’t give any further details.

IoM Today · Island News · 15:33 Douglas Beach set for annual day of family fun • The day offers a free programme of activities and family entertainment. • The event will begin at 7.30am with a Wellness Morning, aimed at encouraging people to use the beach as a space for health and wellbeing. • The morning programme will feature a range of activities, including a fitness class with FitNut, yoga led by Daxa, a mindfulness session with Mike Kewley, a Soundology sound bath with Amy, a cold water talk and sea dip, and the opening of the beach sauna.

IoM Today · Sport · 15:21 Andreas Racing Association rejects claims over Jurby Motordrome hire costs • The figure quoted does not reflect our published hire charges...’. • The organisation issued a statement after reports circulated on social media and in local media suggesting the association had doubled the cost of using the venue. • ARA said a number of claims being made were factually incorrect’ and moved to clarify its position regarding the running of the circuit.

IoM Today · Culture · 14:06 Rushen Primary School receives Inclusion Quality Mark award • The assessor concluded that inclusion is central to the identity and culture of the school. • The follow-up is which groups receive support, when the money is spent, and what residents can actually use or attend.

IoM Today · Health · 11:39 'There was no way we could just drive past': Cleaning company rescues injured owl • A moment of care could save a life. • CleanCo, which specialises in both domestic and exterior cleaning services, came across the bird while travelling home after work on Wednesday evening. • The owl had reportedly been struck by a car but was still alive when the team found it.

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