Tynwald Day celebrated in Westminster

• The government now plans to celebrate Tynwald day in Westminster each year.
• A formal event was held at Speaker’s House in London earlier this week, hosted by the Speaker of the House of Commons, Sir Lindsay Hoyle.
• Sir Lindsay said the gathering of over 200 guests, including UK parliamentarians and diplomats, celebrated the Island’s unique democratic heritage and connections with the UK.

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The local news that matters this morning

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Manx Radio · Politics · 09:18 Tynwald to revisit rates bill after the election • Proposals paused following first and second readings. • The treasury minister says a bill designed to tackle a number issues with rates will be revisited after this year’s election. • The Rating and Valuation (Amendment) Bill received its first and second readings in the House of Keys earlier this year, but was withdrawn ahead of the clauses stage.

Manx Radio · Politics · 07:04 'Significant work' needed to reduce people entering criminal justice system • Refreshed Criminal Justice Strategy to go to Tynwald. • Government says there is still significant work’ to do to reduce the number of people entering the criminal justice system on the Isle of Man. • The Department of Home Affairs has set out a new 10-year plan to protect the public, support victims, prevent crime and strengthen confidence.

Manx Radio · Island News · 07:03 Tourism professional calls for prisoners to clear footpaths • Ged Power wants to see more done to maintain walking routes on the Island. • A member of the Island’s tourism sector is asking whether more could be done to improve maintenance on the Island’s footpaths. • Ged Power has questioned whether prisoners could be used to help clear some of the less passable areas.

Manx Radio · Politics · 10:30 Third candidate declares for Douglas North • Peter Washington to stand in September's General Election. • A third candidate has announced their plans to stand in Douglas North in September’s General Election. • Peter Washington has served as a councillor for the area since 2021, and has previously spent 21 years working as a paramedic in the UK.

3FM · Island News · 17:55 Blur drummer to give Villa talk • The drummer from one of the most famous Britpop bands will be giving a talk on the Island next month. • Blur’s Dave Rowntree is coming to the Villa Marina in Douglas on Saturday, October 24. • He’ll share material from his debut photography book, No One You Know, which documents the young band on the brink of success.

IoM Today · Law · 23:28 Police launch investigation into alleged 'taxi' incident video • The force confirmed the incident was now under active investigation. • In a statement, the Isle of Man Constabulary said it was aware of the footage which has been posted to social media and confirmed that the matter is now an active investigation.’ Officers have urged members of the public not to speculate or draw conclusions while inquiries continue.

Manx Radio · Island News · 12:04 First risk assessment on proliferation financing published • Marks important milestone ahead of the Island's MONEYVAL evaluation. • The Island’s first standalone National Risk Assessment on Proliferation Financing has been published. • Proliferation Financing covers the raising, moving or use of funds or services to support the development, acquisition, manufacture or transfer of weapons of mass destruction.

Manx Radio · Island News · 09:30 Nest boxes make meaningful contribution to wildlife conservation in ancient capital • Manx National Heritage installs infrastructure at new visitor hub. • It’s hoped four new Swift nest boxes installed on a building in Castletown will provide valuable nesting opportunities for the declining breed. • The project, at One Market Square, Manx National Heritage’s new visitor hub, forms part of ongoing efforts to support Swift conservation on the Island.

Manx Radio · Island News · 09:30 Secret Gardens raises £10,000 for Manx charities • It's the second time the event has taken place. • The Onchan Secret Gardens event has raised £10,000 for Sight Matters and Housing Matters. • Fifteen homes across the parish opened their gardens to the community, including the gardens at Government House.

3FM · Island News · 11:55 Manx names but no public suggestions for Onchan park boats • Electric boats in Onchan Pleasure Park will be getting new Manx names. • At its last meeting the local authority announced the proposals as part of celebrations marking the Year of the Manx Language. • Commissioners backed the idea, but said asking the public for suggestions would take too long.

IoM Today · Sport · 14:00 Obituary: Former Manx Grand Prix winner Dave was unassuming and underrated • When he won the Junior Manx Grand Prix in 1981, he did not initially receive the credit he so richly deserved.

IoM Today · Business · 12:00 Liverpool and Isle of Man Chambers strengthen business ties • Although separated by the Irish Sea, our two business communities are, in reality, very closely linked.

IoM Today · Island News · 10:07 What potential cull of Dartmoor ponies means for Isle of Man wildlife • The wallaby and feral goat populations cause debate between conservationists, ecologists and animal welfare campaigners. • The follow-up is which conservation projects apply, what samples are tested, and whether the results lead to practical protection for Manx habitats.

IoM Today · Culture · 08:00 £10,000 bursaries on offer for Manx arts students • But the deadline for applications is fast approaching. • Up to six bursaries are available each year, with each award worth £10,000 over the duration of a course. • The funding is designed to help students with a range of study-related costs, including travel, tuition fees, accommodation and specialist equipment needed for higher or further education in the arts.

IoM Today · Business · 20:11 easyJet agrees takeover deal in principle • If approved, the deal is said to be worth more than £5bn. • Media reports suggest that the low-cost airline has reached the agreement with US investment firm Castlelake, although no deal has yet been confirmed. easyJet said its board would be minded to recommend an offer of £6.90 per share if a formal bid is made, according to the BBC.

IoM Today · Island News · 18:54 Teen's inspiring journey leads to speech at Royal College of Psychiatrists conference • ’When we heard Jessie’s story, and how she was turning adversity into opportunity, we immediately wanted to help.

Manx Radio · Island News · 12:05 Douglas Council to install temporary play area in Marine Gardens • Local authority says it's waiting for the promenade sea wall to be extended. • Douglas Council says it is planning to install a temporary play area in the Marine Gardens whilst it waits for an extension of the new sea defence wall on the promenade. • The local authority agreed to halt its £1.4m refurbishment scheme because the Department of Infrastructure’s sea wall doesn’t cover the sunken gardens.

Manx Radio · Transport · 07:17 Northern Civic Amenity Site reuse shed re-opened on a trial basis • Area has been closed for two years due to financial constraints. • The reuse shed at the Northern Civic Amenity Site has re-opened on a trial basis for a month. • On Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays it will be open from 8am until 10am, whilst on Sundays it can be visited from 9am to 11am.

3FM · Culture · 15:55 Viking longboat practice times sent out • If you're planning on rowing a viking longboat this year, organisers say you should have received your practice times. • This year’s World Championship Viking Longboat Races take place in Peel on Saturday, July 18 from 12.30pm. • Organisers say anyone taking part should have an email with details about practice and competition times.

3FM · Island News · 12:55 Bikers gather for Southern 100 ride out • The Billown Circuit will fill with bikers later, as the Southern 100 Club holds its annual memorial service. • Riders will gather in the holding area at the club’s headquarters on the Castletown Bypass at 2pm, and set off at 2.30pm. • The parade will do two laps of the Billown course before stopping at Kirk Malew Church for the commemorative service at 3pm.

3FM · Law · 11:09 Police appeal after plumber's van stolen • Police are asking for your help finding a stolen van. • On Facebook, officers say the white Vauxhall Vivaro, registration RMN 290 L was taken from Thornhill Park in Port Erin overnight. • It’s liveried for BL Plumbing and Drainage If you have any information, you’re being asked to contact police headquarters on 631212.

IoM Today · Culture · 14:05 Singer Ed Harcourt set to return to Erin Arts Centre later this month • Ed is a musical genius – his show is breathtaking. • But First Promotions has announced that the acclaimed musician will perform at the Port Erin venue on Saturday, July 18. • Harcourt first came to prominence with his Mercury Prize-nominated debut album Here Be Monsters and has since established a career spanning more than two decades.

IoM Today · Island News · 11:00 David Cretney column: My World Cup memories • Did you collect the Esso World Cup coin collection tokens in 1970? • Are you enjoying the World Cup, or is your home a World Cup-free area? • If the latter, I apologise as I take a nostalgic look back to 1966 in London, 60 years ago, when we huddled around our televisions to witness, in glorious black and white, the victorious England side, led by Bobby Moore, defeating West Germany in the final.

IoM Today · Island News · 07:00 New church site rising toward the heavens as project takes shape • The development has been dogged by controversy. • It is expected to be completed this year. • According to the project’s architects, a section of wall was over-demolished’ because of structural concerns.

IoM Today · Weather · 05:30 Douglas weather: overcast Tuesday with showers likely at times and a high of 20°C • Tuesday brings an overcast day across Douglas and the surrounding area. • Overcast skies dominate the day across Douglas and the surrounding area, with temperatures reaching a high of around 20°C. • It will feel cooler than that, however, with a gentle breeze blowing and the temperature feeling more like 16°C due to the wind chill.

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

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Today · 6 July 2026 · Main Road, St. John's, Isle of Man, IM4 3NA · Visit IoM. Tynwald Day 2026

Today · 6 July 2026–9 July 2026 · Motor Isle Billown Course, Castletown, Isle of Man… · Visit IoM. Isle of Man Steam Packet Company Southern 100 Road Races 2026

Tomorrow · Milntown Estate · allevents. Aalid Feie - Wild Beauty: A Sustainable Art Workshop With Biosphere Artist In Residence Alice Dudley

Tomorrow · Digital Isle of Man · digital isle of man. Datavision Emea 2026

Tomorrow · Launchpad (hillary House) · allevents. Learnai: "ai Agents & Automation" - Tues 7 July

Tomorrow · St Paul's, Ramsey · allevents. Ramsey Swing Dance Class

Wed 8 Jul · University College Isle of Man · allevents. 'if You Were An Engineer' Isle of Man Awards

Wed 8 Jul · Hospice Isle of Man · hospice isle of man. Hospice TT Prize Draw 2026

Wed 8 Jul · Activate Ai Centre (hillary House) · allevents. Learnai: "powerful Prompting, Ai Literacy & Safe Ai Use" - Wed 8 July

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