Three ministers lose seats as 15 newcomers are elected to House of Keys

• Voters have had their say in the 2026 General Election.
• Three ministers have lost their seats in the House of Keys General Election.
• Enterprise Minister Tim Johnston, Education Minister Daphne Caine and Environment Minister Clare Barber all lost out in yesterday’s vote.

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Manx Radio · Politics · 02:51 Chief Minister: 'General Election was very humbling' • Beaten to the top spot by Stephen Broad. • The chief minister has admitted he found the 2026 General Election campaign very humbling. • Alfred Cannan managed to retain his seat in Ayre and Michael in a contest which unseated his enterprise minister, and constituency colleague, Tim Johnston.

Manx Radio · Politics · 03:40 Government must 'get the basics right' says Ashford • Returning Douglas North MHK rules out chief minister bid. • The next government administration has to get the basics right. • That’s from Douglas North MHK David Ashford.

3FM · Politics · 22:19 Callister retains Onchan seat • The first election result of the night has seen one new MHK and one keep their seat in Onchan. • There was a turnout of 50.6 per cent, with 10 spoiled papers. • Rachel Glover topped the polls with 1,245 while Rob Callister came in second with 1,103.

Manx Radio · Politics · 20:19 Former MHK hopes for 'smooth transition' for next administration • Andrew Smith says he's keen to help whoever takes his place in the House of Keys. • A former MHK says it’s important there’s a smooth transition into the new administration. • Andrew Smith is stepping down after five years representing Garff.

3FM · Island News · 08:05 Could you help feed hungry pets? • An organisation which helps people in need feed their pets has launched an urgent appeal for cat and dog food. • Pet Food Pantry works as a food bank for pets whose owners are having difficulty making ends meet. • Its organisers took to Facebook to issue a plea for donations, saying August and September have been extremely busy months.

Manx Radio · Politics · 03:54 Outgoing DEFA minister calls for 'justice, equality and inclusion' • Barber loses seat in Douglas East constituency. • A former MHK says she hopes the next House of Keys will fight for justice, equality and inclusion. • Clare Barber wasn’t returned by her constituents in Douglas East after a decade of representing the area.

Manx Radio · Politics · 01:40 “History has been made” says youngest ever MHK • So important’ to have different outlook says teen politician. • Daniel Davison has become the youngest candidate ever to be elected to the House of Keys. • Glenfaba and Peel supported the 18-year-old at the polls with 1147 votes.

Manx Radio · Politics · 21:46 Former MHK 'extremely concerned' for future of Island • Hazel Hannan believes the Isle of Man is in a precarious position. • A former MHK says she’s extremely concerned for the future of the Isle of Man. • Hazel Hannan fears the Island is in a precarious position given some of the issues raised during this election.

3FM · Island News · 15:50 £125,000 price tag put on collectable Manx 50p • An eBay seller is offering a sought-after Manx 50p piece - for more than £100,000! • The coloured coin was produced in 2005 and features a festive partridge in a pear tree. • The plain versions generally sell for up to around £80, while the coloured coins usually fetch around £125.

3FM · Island News · 14:19 Isle of Man’s Tyson Fury to face Anthony Joshua in December • Island resident Tyson Fury’s fight with Anthony Joshua has been confirmed. • The long-awaited heavyweight clash will take place at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium on Friday, December 11. • The fight will be shown live on Netflix, which shared the words "Enough talk.

3FM · Island News · 10:19 FOI reveals more than 1,000 Island patients have IBD • More than 1,000 patients seeing Island GPs have inflammatory bowel conditions. • A Freedom of Information request asked for a breakdown of the number of people with chronic conditions affecting their digestive system. • Figures from Manx Care show that 1,049 patients across GP practices on the Island have IBD conditions.

IoM Today · Culture · 13:51 'Look at this, you could just walk for miles and miles': Nile Rodgers praises the Isle of Man after gig • I had a glorious walk this A.M and I had a damn good time,’. • Nile Rodgers has praised the Isle of Man as a walkers paradise’ after taking a stroll along Douglas Promenade following his performance at the Villa Marina. • The co-founder of CHIC shared a video on Instagram the morning after Wednesday night’s gig, showing him walking along the seafront and taking in the views.

Manx Radio · Island News · 21:00 EXIT POLLS: The predictions are in • Who has lost their seat? • Manx Radio has conducted what is believed to be the largest ever exit poll ever undertaken for an Isle of Man election. • The information was collected from voters at the polling stations across the 12 constituencies.

Manx Radio · Politics · 21:10 Union leader urges new MHKs not to promise something they can't deliver • Debbie Halsall says it's time for change. • A union leader on the Isle of Man is urging those elected in the General Election to not promise something they can’t deliver. • Debbie Halsall from Unite the Union says it’s time for change in government.

Manx Radio · Island News · 06:19 Upgraded CCTV for Ramsey to be funded by criminal cash • Authority believes it will help town 'stay ahead of the curve'. • Ramsey Town Commissioners is progressing plans with the Isle of Man Constabulary which will be funded the Seized Asset Fund. • The fund reallocates money which has been confiscated as part of criminal investigations.

Manx Radio · Health · 06:27 Racer urges men to get checked for prostate cancer • Martin Clare successfully treated after early diagnosis. • A racer who regularly competes on the Billown Course on the Isle of Man is sharing his experience of prostate cancer in the hope it will encourage other men to get checked. • Martin Clare had no symptoms, but his partner encouraged him to see his GP and have a PSA test.

Manx Radio · Island News · 06:25 Onchan Commissioners to conduct feasibility study into Hawthorn Villa • Potential for 'mixed use' site to be considered. • It will look into whether Hawthorn Villa could include social housing, commercial space and have ’appropriate’ room for the authority’s operations. • The property is at 79 Main Road in Onchan.

3FM · Island News · 08:35 Still time to complete Southern 100 survey • There's still time to let organisers of the friendly races know what you thought of this year's event. • The Southern 100 has launched an online survey asking for people’s views. • But the deadline to fill in the questionnaire is this Friday, September 25.

3FM · Law · 07:45 Commissioner steps back from local authority work during court case • An Onchan commissioner says he'll be stepping back from his local authority work during a court case. • Oliver Lockwood has been charged with harassment and a public order offence, and is due to appear in court again in October. • He says he’ll now step away from active involvement in the commissioners while the case is heard.

3FM · Culture · 07:22 Technical hitch reduced patrols by fisheries boat • The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture says its fisheries protection boat operated reduced patrols for almost two months this year because of a technical fault. • A Freedom of Information request asked for details about problems with the FPV Barrule. • In its response, the department said there had been one occasion since last April when the vessel operated with reduced hours.

IoM Today · Law · 14:27 Window repair man found guilty of leading role in organised crime gang • Jury took just over four and half hours to reach the unanimous verdicts on all six charges. • A self-employed window repair man has been found guilty of drug trafficking and involvement in an organised crime group. • Christian Mayers, 50, looked straight ahead as the guilty verdicts were delivered on Thursday.

IoM Today · Island News · 12:05 Lieutenant Governor to launch next phase of Queen's Pier restoration project • Another milestone reached as volunteers set sights on next six bays. • The restoration of Queen’s Pier, Ramsey, will reach another milestone next weekend when the Lieutenant Governor officially launches the next phase of project. • Bays nine and 10 were completed in the summer, bringing to an end phase two of the ambitious restoration.

IoM Today · Health · 13:42 Air ambulance called to 10 Isle of Man incidents over the summer • The summer is one of GNAAS’ busiest periods of the year. • The Great North Air Ambulance Service (GNAAS) responded to 10 incidents in the Isle of Man during the summer, new figures show. • The charity’s critical care teams attended a total of 557 incidents between June 21 and September 22, including the 10 call-outs in the island.

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What's on: next 14 days

All 73 verified public listings found for the next 14 calendar days. Tap any item for the source and full details.

Today · 25 Sep · Gaiety TheatreBowie Experience

Today · 25 Sep · Villa MarinaJamie Webster

Tomorrow · 26 Sep · Gaiety TheatreManx Last Night of the Proms

Sun 27 Sept · 27 Sep · Gaiety TheatreFrank Bruno - My Life & Times

Sun 27 Sept · 27 Sep · Villa Marina Royal HallIOM DTA Ballroom Dancing Competition

Mon 28 Sept · 28 Sep · Villa Marina ArcadeMighty Music From Stage & Screen - With Kevin Grunill

Today · St German's CathedralCaillagh - the First Manx Language Opera

Today · Launchpad (hillary House)Communities of Practice: Digital Compliance

Today · House of ManannanCooish Vooar - Bilingual Walking Tour of PeelListing graphic (not a photo)

Today · the Mitre HotelCooish Vooar - Singing Circle & Traditional Music Session

Today · Isle of ManCooish Vooar – Manx Language Festival

Today · Isle of ManHalf Moon End of Summer Party

Today · Peel Golf ClubNaseem’s Charity Golf DayListing graphic (not a photo)

Today · Lions ParkRamsey Daze Parade

Today · Colby Football ClubRoyal British Legion Colby (IOM) Branch - Quiz NightListing graphic (not a photo)

Today · 12 Apr 2026–25 Oct 2026 · Duke Travel / Isle of Man Experiences Shop, Isle of… · Visit IoM.Isle of Man TT Course & Motor Museum Tour

Today · 14 June 2026–25 Oct 2026 · Curraghs Wildlife Park, Main Road, Ballaugh, Isle of… · Visit IoM.Orchid Line Miniature Railway Running Day

Today · 18 May 2026–1 Nov 2026 · House Of Manannan, Isle of Man, peel, Isle of Man, IM5… · Visit IoM.Vintage Motorcycles On Display

Today · 18 May 2026–4 Oct 2026 · The Boat Park, Port Erin, Isle of Man, IM9 6JA · Visit IoM.Guided Aquabike Experience

Today · 2 Apr 2026–31 Oct 2026 · Douglas Railway Station, Bank Hill, Douglas, Isle of… · Visit IoM.Isle of Man Railways Dining Car

Today · 24 July 2026–25 Oct 2026 · Duke Travel / Isle of Man Experiences Shop, Isle of… · Visit IoM.A Taste of the Isle of Man

Today · 25 Sep - 30 Oct · Dragons CastlePop-In and Play At Dragon's Castle

Today · 3 May 2026–18 Oct 2026 · Groudle Glen Railway, Onchan, Isle of Man, IM32HA · Visit IoM.Family Trainspotting Challenge

Today · 3 May 2026–18 Oct 2026 · Groudle Glen Railway, Onchan, Isle of Man, IM32HA · Visit IoM.Steam Teas

Tomorrow · Lions ParkTony Hicks Live At Ramsey Daze 2026

Tomorrow · House of ManannanA Bus Service: Exhibition Opening Weekend

Tomorrow · Mountain View Innovation CentreCircuit of Mann Rally

Tomorrow · Villa Marina Arcade (next To Gaiety Theatre)Cooish Vooar - Manx Music Session

Tomorrow · Atholl Room, Peel Centenary CentreCooish Vooar - Workshop: Singing In Manx With Phil GawneListing graphic (not a photo)

Tomorrow · Ballacreggan Farm, Glen MayeHarvest In the Barn - Glen MayeListing graphic (not a photo)

Tomorrow · House of ManannanOn the Buses

Tomorrow · Lions ParkSouth of 16

Tomorrow · the Pavillion At Douglas Golf ClubSparkling Afternoon Tea For Diana Princess of Wales Hospice Care At Home Trust

Tomorrow · Peel Centenary CentreThis Flight Tonight - the Songs of Joni Michell

Sun 27 Sept · Peel Centenary CentreCooish Vooar - 'cooish As Kirbyl'

Sun 27 Sept · Isle of ManCooish Vooar - 'snaue As Skeet' - Swim, Chat, Sauna, Tea & CakeListing graphic (not a photo)

Sun 27 Sept · Lions ParkRamsey Daze Pie Baking Contest - Hosted By Bingham/ramsey Hce Unit

Sun 27 Sept · Honna Road, Port Erin, Im9 6, Isle of ManTough Mucka 2026

Sun 27 Sept · Centenary Centre, Im5 Peel, Isle of Man, Isle of ManYn Mheillea / the Harvest - A Manx Concert

Mon 28 Sept · Erin Arts CentreCooish Vooar: Around Y Ghaelg In 60 Minutes

Mon 28 Sept · 28 Sep · Broadway CinemaFizz & Flicks: the Devil Wears Prada 2 - Exclusive Charity Screening

Tue 29 Sept · Abbey College, RamseyAbbey College Ramsey Year 6 Open Evening 2026

Tue 29 Sept · FIL and MEO Arena, Lisbon, PortugalSbc Summit 2026Listing graphic (not a photo)

Tue 29 Sept · Gaiety TheatreThe Makings of A Murderer: the Undercover Detective

Tue 29 Sept · 29 Sep · Gaiety TheatreInterGaelic Song & Music With 'Allt'

Wed 30 Sept · 30 Sep · Gaiety TheatreThe Makings of A Murderer: the Undercover Detective

Thu 1 Oct · 01 Oct · Villa MarinaPaul Smith - Happy

Fri 2 Oct · the Galpals Collective - Isle of ManAutumn Atelier: Seasonal Floristry With Elaine’s Flowers

Fri 2 Oct · 2 Oct 2026–3 Oct 2026 · 15b The Village Walk, Onchan, Isle of Man, IM3 4EB · Visit IoM.Chris Kelly Memorial Rally

Fri 2 Oct · Isle of ManHeritage Open Days - A Sculpture Walk In the Arboretum, St Johns

Fri 2 Oct · 2 Oct 2026–4 Oct 2026 · Island Wide, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM13LY · Visit IoM.Isle of Man Heritage Open Days 2026

Fri 2 Oct · Victoria Square, Im9 6ld Port Erin, Isle of Man, Isle…Port Erin Jazz Festival 2026

Fri 2 Oct · the Mill HouseSilent Weekend Meditation Retreat – Isle of Man

Fri 2 Oct · 02 - 08 Oct · Broadway CinemaHeart of the Beast

Sat 3 Oct · Peel Centenary CentreMetamorphosis - How Flies Are Changing Our Planet

Sat 3 Oct · Mad Jack’sBed Before 11: Boy Bands & Heartthrobs!

Sat 3 Oct · Isle of ManChris Kelly Trophy Car Rally

Sat 3 Oct · 3 Oct 2026–28 Feb 2027 · Manx Museum, Douglas, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM13LY · Visit IoM.Jeihosphere

Sat 3 Oct · Victoria Hall, Finch Road, Douglas, Isle of ManOktoberfest Feat. Brassified

Sat 3 Oct · Erin Arts CentrePort Erin Jazz Festival 2026: Desmarais Trio, With Support Beccy Rork & the Vanguards

Sat 3 Oct · Shannon Rose RamseySummer’s Last Shred: End of Season School of Rockfest

Sat 3 Oct · 3 Oct 2026–30 Apr 2027 · Manx Museum, Douglas, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM13LY · Visit IoM.The Nature Exploratorium & History of the Future

Sat 3 Oct · 03 - 04 Oct · Broadway CinemaShaun the Sheep: the Beast of Mossy Bottom

Sat 3 Oct · 03 Oct · Gaiety TheatreJimeoin: Ballyhoo

Sat 3 Oct · 03 Oct · Villa MarinaWest End Spectacular

Sun 4 Oct · 04 Oct · Villa MarinaActive Souls Astronaut Training School

Sun 4 Oct · 04 Oct · Villa MarinaSpark

Sun 4 Oct · 04 Oct · Villa Marina Prom SuiteSPARK - Reach For the Stars

Mon 5 Oct · St Johns Methodist HallTea Ans ToastListing graphic (not a photo)

Mon 5 Oct · Tynwald, Legislative BuildingTynwald Tour

Tue 6 Oct · LaunchpadMore Than Code: the Story of Code Club, With Owen Cutajar

Wed 7 Oct · Erin Arts CentreEac Book Circle: With the End In Mind By Katherine Mannix

Wed 7 Oct · the RoundhouseManx Heart Foundation Evening Support GroupListing graphic (not a photo)

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