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Update Monday 2 February 2026
The day's main news with Beth Espey including a warning about the police service on the Island facing a 'mass exodus' because of retirements in the next few years.

Update Friday 30 January 2026
The day's main news in under 30 minutes with Beth Espey.

Update Thursday 29 January 2026
The day's news in under 30 minutes with Beth Espey - including Steam Packet MD Brian Thomson on the company's thoughts about the next fast craft to join the fleet.

Update Wednesday 28 January 2026
The day's main news in under 30 minutes with Beth Espey - and today we hear why it might not be quite over for the Bishop's vote in Tynwald.

Update Tuesday 27 January 2026
The day's news in under half an hour with Beth Espey, on the day Manx politicians voted to remove the Bishop's vote.

Update Monday 26th January, 2026
An MHK who called for an audit of Manx Care says they're still concerned over where the healthcare providers funds goThe Infrastructure Minister believes 20mph speed limits shouldn't be imposed if people don't want themA cocaine dealer has been jailed for more than six years

Update Friday 23 January 2026
A look back at the week that was with some fairly significant political events with Beth Espey.

Update Thursday 22 January 2026
A round-up of the day's main news with Beth Espey including an interview with the Island's new Treasury Minister.

Update Thursday 21 January 2026
A round-up of the day's main news with Beth Espey.

Update Tuesday 20 January 2026
More about the fall out from the Chief Minister's reshuffle and his urgent statement in Tynwald and the first public reaction from the sacked DOI Minister.

Update Monday 19 January 2026
It's Blue Monday - what better time to sack some ministers.The chief minister's carried out a major reshuffle of his Council of Ministers, a day before Tynwald, and a month away from the Budget.

Update Friday 16 January 2026
All the latest news from 20mph signs to the £1 million National AI Office with Lewis Foster.

Update Thursday 15 January 2025
The day's news in under 30 minutes with Beth Espey.

Update Wednesday 14 January 2025
A round-up of the day's main news with Beth - including more about Christmas carols in schools, the latest inflation figures and do you suffer from SAD?

Update Tuesday 13 January 2026
A round-up of the days main news, including snow days and Christmas carols with Beth Espey.

Update Monday 12 January 2026
The day's main news in under 30 minutes with Beth Espey.

Update Friday 9 January 2026
A round-up of the news we've been talking about today, including a look at more of the issues you've told us will be most important come General Election time; today we talk health care and government headcount.The Island's only private school will be offering A-Levels from September, there's good news about a woodland park near Ramsey and speaking of parks - how about running in one?

Update Thursday 8 January 2026
The latest news of the day including why a Garff Commissioner has resigned, what is the future of Onchan Park and as we continue exploring the issues you feel will be most pressing ahead of the House of Keys General Election, today we talk immigration

Update Wednesday 7 January 2026
A look back at some of the day's main news with Beth including details of home schooling figures, the opening of a café to tackle loneliness and a big blues band is coming to Peel Cathedral.

Update Tuesday 6 January 2026
A round-up of the day's main news with Beth - including a call for Government to stop relying in reserves, a warning about a visitor with a sting and the incredible fundraiser who did 30 marathons and three ultra-marathons on consecutive days.

Update Monday 5 January 2026
The first Update of the year was largely about the weather - as snow and ice caused widespread disruption with Island schools and the airport closed all day.We have an extended interview with Infrastructure Minister Dr Michelle Haywood and Interim Airport Director Geoff Pugh.We also hear from the young Manx fundraiser who didn't let the conditions deter him from his ultra-marathon challenge today.

Update Thursday 18 December 2025
The day's main news in under half an hour, with Beth Espey.

Update Wednesday 17 December 2025
The day's main news and a rather out of breath Rob Pritchard....

Update Tuesday 16 December 2025
A round up of the main news with Beth Espey.

Update Monday 15 December 2025
All the day's news in under half an hour with Beth Espey.

Update Thursday 11 December 2025
The day's main news with Beth Espey including an update on a timeline replacement Castle Rushen High School, fluoride and a mammoth marathon effort.

Update Wednesday 10th December, 2025
Climate Change has dominated proceedings in Tynwald today - we'll wrap up exactly what has been saidThe Department of Home Affairs has responded to online calls for the resignations of its Minister and Prison GovernorAnd are we happy? The latest Social Attitudes Survey results have been published by the Isle of Man Government

Update Tuesday 9th December, 2025
The latest information on Storm BramA temporary closure for the minor injuries unit at Ramsey & District Cottage Hospital

Update Monday 8th December, 2025
The Treasury Minister responds to Chamber of Commerce claims about the forthcoming minimum wage...A number of motorists are feeling deflated after their cars suffered punctures on a stretch of road in Douglas...Plus small parcels still can't be sent to the US despite the same restriction being lifted in the UK and Guernsey

Update Friday 5 December 2025
All the latest news about potential bus strikes, social housing sales and some good news from Ramsey.

Update Thursday 4 December 2025
All the day's main news in under half an hour with Beth Espey.

Update Wednesday 3 December 2025
The day's main news including what's happening at Ramsey Cottage Hospital with Beth Espey.

Update Tuesday 2 December 2025
All the latest news of the day in under half an hour with Beth Espey.

Update Monday 1st December, 2025
A Douglas man is jailed after what Police call their most complex child abuse image investigationTreasury Minister Alex Allinson outlines why its better to scrap the MiCard systemPlus, FC Isle of Man manager Rick Holden insists his side must win this coming weekend following a poor run

Update Friday 28 November 2025
A high-ranking government official has flagged a year of disruption and cock-ups for the Island’s digital and eGaming sector, in a move that breaks convention.Three men have been jailed for plotting to import major sums of cocaine hidden in a mini-fridge.A final decision has been made about the pedestrianisation of Market Square in Castletown.

Update Thursday 27 November 2025
A round-up of the day's main news in under 30 minutes with Beth Espey.

Update Wednesday 26 November 2025
The day's main news including implications for the Isle of Man after the UK budget.

Update Tuesday 25 November 2025
The day's main news round-up with Beth Espey.

Update Monday 24 November 2025
All the main news of the day with Beth Espey.

Update Friday 21 November 2025
A run down of the day's main news with Beth Espey

Update Thursday 20 November 2025
We have the latest on the MiCard situation as users without bank accounts are told they will get new cards in the new year.Reaction to the UK Covid Inquiry.Will the target for the new Castle Rushen High School be hit?And we hear what was on the mind of the regulars at the Woodbourne Pub this lunchtime.It's Update on Manx Radio with Lewis Foster for Thursday, 20 November.

Update Wednesday 19 November 2025
All the day's main news in under half an hour with Beth Espey.

Update Tuesday 18 November 2025
All the latest from Tynwald in tonight's episode including what's happened to the North and West Area plan.More debate about MiCards, we hear about the Sports Awards nominations opening and we meet a dog who likes to visit cathedrals.

Update Monday 17 November 2025
On tonight's programme with Beth - we speak to the Isle of Man Medical Society about a report examining the relationship between Manx Care and the Department of Health and Social Care.One MLC says it’s time for a wider conversation about how constitutional changes are made.The Isle of Man Foodbank reports a surge in requests for help - but says donations aren’t keeping pace.And there’s a call for Christmas present donations as more families find themselves struggling financially.

Update Friday 14 November 2025
In this episode, we bring you more reaction from the farming community after news this week that a local veterinary practice will soon withdraw its farm services.As the world marks World Diabetes Day, we talk to parents about the everyday reality of raising a child with diabetes the challenges, the routines, and the support they rely on.We also look into something you might not have thought about: how much it actually costs the Department of Infrastructure to produce car tax discs each month.

Update Thursday 13 November 2025
A round-up of the day's main news with Beth Espey.

Update Wednesday 12 November 2025
On the programme tonight, concerns from the farming community as Milan Vets prepares to end their farm services at the end of the month.Specialist lawyers have now been called in to examine the Liverpool Ferry Terminal troubles - we have the latest on what they’re looking into.A former Health Minister says the problems raised in the new Manx Care report are nothing new and have been talked about for years.And - keep your eyes on the sky tonight - Island residents could be treated to a glimpse of the aurora! There were some great photographs from last night – you can find them on our Facebook page.

Update Tuesday 11 November 2025
Coming up on the podcast - an independent report into the Island’s health and social care system has found it’s “not operating as well as originally intended.”We'll hear from the Department’s Interim Chief Officer and from Manx Care about what needs to change - and where things go from here.Also tonight - the first results are in from the 20 mile-an-hour speed limit consultations. The Infrastructure Minister tells us what people have been saying and how that feedback could shape the future of our roads.Meanwhile, the debate over the Bishop’s vote has returned to the Legislative Council, we'll bring you the latest on what happened and what it could mean for the future.

Update Monday 10 November 2025
Coming up on today's programme - there’s a warning for very heavy rainfall tomorrow, and we hear from the Met Office to find out exactly what conditions are looking like and how to prepare.The chair of a new committee on whistleblowing says the top priority is protecting the Island’s reputation - we’ll find out what that means in practice.We’ll also reflect on how the Isle of Man paid tribute to those who gave their lives in service, marking a moment of remembrance across the Island.And we talk to the Principal of University College Isle of Man, ahead of their open evening next week - what’s new, what’s on offer, and how the college is shaping the Island’s future.

Update Friday 7 November 2025
On today's programme - Manx Care says it’s finally making progress on dental waiting lists, in Ramsey, a local takeaway is urging people to stop making bogus and prank orders. Ahead of Remembrance Sunday, we speak with the Royal British Legion about their vital work supporting veterans. And in Laxey, an upcoming art exhibition explores how creativity can help people cope with stress.