Podcasts about Tynwald

April's Tynwald sitting spilled into a rare third day, largely due to a mammoth debate on Manx Care's Mandate and Operating Plan.In this episode, Christian Jones reflects on some of the key talking points, offering context and insight along the way.We also take a closer look at concerns over a potential constitutional flaw: is the government too powerful in political sittings, with an automatic majority in certain cases?

We continue to digest the results of the Local Authority Elections, after multiple political veterans made a comeback.The chief minister is facing calls to withdraw remarks, after a Standards Committee investigation found he made ‘unacceptable' comments in Tynwald.The Isle of Man men's national football team returns to action ahead of this summer's Island Games.

A mammoth debate has been held in Tynwald over the Manx Care Mandate.We hear all about government's new ‘child first' policy.And Isle Listen tell us all about its upcoming Dodgeball Championships.All of that and more on Manx Radio's Update with Lewis Foster for Thursday, 24 April.

April's sitting of Tynwald got underway today and it was all health, housing… and horse trams!We cover the latest updates from the Island's parliament.And it looks like Heysham Port is about to get a makeover!All of that and more on Update for Tuesday, 22 April with Lewis Foster.

March Tynwald appeared to hold much promise with both the health overspend and the Manx Care Mandate and Operating Plan looking set to dominate proceedings. In the end neither were discussed due to Tynwald niceties and procedural matters but this allowed members to focus on some of other matters - not least the update to our Island Plan. Chris Thomas likened Ministerial cheerleading for the plan to support given by communist leaders to similar plans from the soviet union but was that fair? Tynwald seemed full of excited talk this week - must be an election on the not too distant horizon.

Manx Care's Mandate was supposed to be on Tynwald's Agenda last week but despite the Minister's best endeavours the debate didn't happen. The Minister remains eager to hear the views of politicians, patients and medical professionals so she's in for a treat on this episode of Agenda. The Isle of Man Medical Society had plenty to say about the Mandate and Drs Crerand and Prakash explain why. This is the second time in as many months I've interviewed the Drs - maybe I need to eat more apples?

- Tynwald members have voted to postpone a motion asking for £20 million pounds additional cash for health spending.- A legal expert known as 'Mr Loophole' gives his views on the Island's new 20mph zones- And 7-time TT winner Michael Rutter shares one of his favourite memories as he steps away from the Superbike class

It's been a few weeks now since we talked about LegCo but Onchan MHK Julie Edge has prompted Agenda back to the topic as she has a motion in Tynwald calling for the role of Members of the Legislative Council and the method of their election to be reformed. So what is this all about and what's provoked Ms Edge to seek such reforms? Has Julie Edge been playing politics with her questions on cancer care and is she right to suggest UK government health reforms should see an end to Manx Care being independent from the Health Department?

- The Royal College of Nursing are moving a step closer to industrial action over pay with the majority of members backing a strike- Meanwhile, Manx Care's issued a statement over the Great North Air Ambulance Service- Three of the Island's cancer charities are due to protest outside next Tuesday's sitting of Tynwald 

- As the issue over cancer screenings rumbles on there looks as if there will be a lengthy debate in Tynwald next week- A local politician's claiming the Government is behind on its delivery of the island plan- There's advice on what to do if you suspect you've received a scam message regarding a parcel delivery

The treasury minister explains why he'll be asking Tynwald to approve an additional £20 million for the health service, despite it only overspending by £15.8 million.What's happening with the Newson's site in Douglas?There's an uplift on the number of cruise ships penned to visit the Isle of Man this summer.

Lots of interesting stuff in this episode including an interview with the Royal College of Nursing about the strike ballot for its members, a word from the Steam Packet about changes to its adult-child ratios and some criticism of an MHK's comments in Tynwald this week about staffing levels at Noble's Hospital.

On the 4th March the House of Keys will choose four people to become members of the Legislative Council. Prior to that vote, Agenda will be speaking with all the candidates so that you can find out more about the people that hope to become national politicians, voting in Tynwald on policy and finance and playing a significant role in shaping the laws of our Island. We hear this week from businessman Gary Clueit who is hoping to get elected to LegCo at his second attempt. LegCo can have a big impact on your life so it's well worth a listen to tonight's Agenda.

On the 4th March the House of Keys will choose four people to become members of the Legislative Council. Prior to that vote, Agenda will be speaking with all the candidates so that you can find out more about the people that hope to become national politicians, voting in Tynwald on policy and finance and playing a significant role in shaping the laws of our Island. We hear this week from MLC Rob Mercer who is hoping to get elected to LegCo for a second term. LegCo can have a big impact on your life so it's well worth a listen to tonight's Agenda.

On the 4th March the House of Keys will choose four people to become members of the Legislative Council. Prior to that vote, Agenda will be speaking with all the candidates so that you can find out more about the people that hope to become national politicians, voting in Tynwald on policy and finance and playing a significant role in shaping the laws of our Island. We hear this week from businessman Peter Reid who is hoping to get elected to LegCo at his second attempt. LegCo can have a big impact on your life so it's well worth a listen to tonight's Agenda.

Next week the Treasury Minister will deliver this government's fourth budget and on Perspective we assess the current shape of government's finances and consider what might be announced in the budget in Tynwald on Tuesday. The Treasury Minister has been dropping broad hints about what could be revealed , particularly in relation to pensions and national insurance, but with the Government's “Our Island Plan” struggling to get off the starting blocks there's little slack in the system to deliver much good news. With housing rentals up by nearly 20% last year but sticking plasters significantly cheaper, perhaps plastering over the cracks may be the best option?

On the 4th March the House of Keys will choose four people to become members of the Legislative Council. Prior to that vote, Agenda will be speaking with all the candidates so that you can find out more about the people that hope to become national politicians, voting in Tynwald on policy and finance and playing a significant role in shaping the laws of our Island. We hear this week from former Garff MHK Martyn Perkins who is hoping to get elected to LegCo. LegCo can have a big impact on your life so it's well worth a listen to tonight's show.

The Lieutenant Governor is offering 19-25 year olds the chance to immerse themselves in the work of Government House for a day. Participants will experience the breadth of Sir John Lorimer's work, typically through meetings, visits to Island events, and the day-to-day work of the Government House team. On Perspective this week we hear from Sir John, and his first guest Emily Bridson. So, what has the Lieutenant Governor ever done for us? Apart from wearing a fancy hat and sitting on Tynwald Hill once a year … acting as a conduit between the King, Tynwald and the Isle of Man Government, …. hosting dignitaries and the royal family when they visit, … and bringing a range of people together at events at government house …. opening events buildings that sort of thing …

Manx Care faces tough questions from a Tynwald committee over service cuts.A dyslexia campaigner throws her name into the ring for a seat on the Legislative Council.And heartbreak for FC Isle of Man as Bury snatch a last-minute win.

On the 4th March the House of Keys will choose four people to become members of the Legislative Council. Prior to that vote, Agenda will be speaking with all the candidates so that you can find out more about the people that hope to become national politicians, voting in Tynwald on policy and finance and playing a significant role in shaping the laws of our Island. We hear this week from dyslexia campaigner Julia Bell who is hoping to grab one of the LegCo seats. LegCo can have a big impact on your life so it's well worth a listen to tonight's Agenda.

Health Minister Claire Christian has been under fire this week for telling Tynwald there'd be no cuts to health services and then cuts being announced. The beleaguered Minister rejects suggestions that she had misled Tynwald and the public, and gives her perspective on why leaking the withdrawn media release announcing health cuts misled the public. What message does the Minister have to those who've had treatments cancelled? Will we hear an apology? You might be surprised by the answer.

January Tynwald saw some interesting business transacted including Strategic Air Services, a new government recruitment framework mechanism, and an announcement that the Drs industrial action had been averted. It was at times though quite fractious and government almost lost the vote on the removal of MiCard for pension and benefit payments. Several items were withdrawn from the Order Paper including two from Lawrie Hooper, and the local economy strategy came in for some criticism. Real change or more deck-chair rearranging? You'll have to listen to find out.

On the 4th March the House of Keys will choose four people to become members of the Legislative Council. Prior to that vote, Agenda will be speaking with all the candidates so that you can find out more about the people that hope to become national politicians, voting in Tynwald on policy and finance and playing a significant role in shaping the laws of our Island. We hear this week from Kerry Sharpe MLC, who is hoping to retain her LegCo seat. LegCo members have a big say on how our island is run so it's important to know who they are!

On the 4th March the House of Keys will choose four people to become members of the Legislative Council. Prior to that vote, Agenda will be speaking with all the candidates so that you can find out more about the people that hope to become national politicians, voting in Tynwald on policy and finance and playing a significant role in shaping the laws of our Island. We hear this week from the longest serving Tynwald Member, Bill Henderson MLC, who is hoping to retain his seat. LegCo members have a big say on how our Island is run so it's important to know who they are!

There was so much discussed in last month's Tynwald that we couldn't fit it all in to December coverage. So as we've still not reached old Christmas Day it's not unreasonable to extend December a little so we can cover Crogga, the Minister without portfolio, attempts to change the tax system - both increases and decreases - and an attempt to reform the budget process all crammed into this bumper old style Christmas political special. If you're fed up with binge watching Christmas telly and are desperate for political inspiration the Perspective is that late Christmas present you were hoping for!

Perspective 15.12.24December Tynwald proved to be a lively affair with lots of interesting debate and questions and answers. There were questions about food security and the Minister without portfolio and a debate on housing - we may begin to see some being built next year. And spare a thought for Speaker of the House of Keys Juan Watterson who's still banging on about making the budget process more transparent. The December Tynwald saw one or two stars rising in the east but where were the wise men? Certainly no shortage of donkeys!

Some December Tynwald leftovers to dig into on Agenda. We hear from the new and former chairs of the Public Services Commission as Tynwald considered why the Commission hadn't published its annual reports. The Commission is the employer of around four thousand civil servants so it's kind of important that we get to find out what they're up to. We also hear opposing views on Stu Peters' attempt to persuade government to review its Net Zero targets and budgets. Is it just virtue signalling from Tynwald or will we actually see our energy bills reducing? I'd buy a big coat if I were you.

December Tynwald is shaping up to be a slightly less verbose affair than its November neighbour with just three main government motions on the Order Paper but one or two meaty motions tabled by back benchers. In one of those Stu Peters stands like King Canute against the Net Zero tide. Stu explains why on Perspective. New DoI Minister Michelle Haywood tells us about her Department plan and we also hear from Douglas Central MHK Ann Corlett. She doesn't say a lot in Keys and Tynwald but she subscribes to the view that actions speak louder than words. Some pre Christmas crackers on this week's show.

The Reproductive Rights Bill seeks to bring up to date our somewhat archaic legislation . This private members Bill has been brought forward by Tanya August Philips MLC and addresses matters relating to fertilization, embryology and surrogacy. We've also had some important international tax orders in Tynwald and an Income Tax Bill going through Keys. On Agenda we attempt to explain why these pieces of legislation matter. Encouragingly a Tax Bill in Keys tends to mean more money to pay for essential services and this time we won't be paying?

At November Tynwald members pondered when is a dependency not a dependency, should UK legislation introduced to the Isle of Man by CoMin be laid before Tynwald and does the Isle of Man need a permanent representative in London? It's remarkable that there has been little discussion and even less change to our constitutional relationship with the UK for nearly quarter of a century. A fascinating topic for Perspective. Some have said that if it ain't broke don't fix it but perhaps it is broke but politicians have just got so used to the decaying structure they've not noticed it's structural flaws?

Getting withdrawal symptoms from last week's bumper Tynwald sitting? Well this evenings Agenda is just the answer. All the Tynwald highlights we couldn't squeeze in to Sunday's Perspective, including education, the post office, a bit more on the NI Fund and a few bonus questions thrown in too. There are certainly some big issues being discussed at the moment by Tynwald members but are they getting any closer to the answers? Spoiler alert - no, not really - but I guess you'd probably worked that out.

It might be easier to talk about what Tynwald didn't discuss this week in their rare three day sitting. Housing or lack of it was discussed, the future of our pensions, health, drugs, energy, food, the Post Office, education, dyslexia and the constitution were all squeezed in to a very busy Tynwald sitting and Perspective was there to record some of the highlights. Yes a spicy seasonal winter mix of politics on Perspective this week. And there is of course the unanswered question of who will pick up the reins at the Health department - anyone fancy it?

The latest weather updates in today's episode as we look ahead to the arrival of Storm Bert...also a run down of what Tynwald has been debating today, a call for part of Ramsey to be pedestrianised and find out why a cat has been given a chain to wear...

The very latest on the weather situation and what the roads might be like tomorrow, as well as some of the big Tynwald debates, reaction to the possible Manx Telecom takeover and some good news for people with mobility issues.

How much news can you cram into 30 minutes?The answer is a lot. From Manx Telecom's reported takeover to a proposed new multi-storey car park in Douglas, a letter from the Chief Minister to the British Medical Association and the very latest from Tynwald on the National Insurance Fund and much more - it's all here.

All the latest news in this episode - including Travel Lodge's plans for the Island, developments in the Manx Radio investigation into gas prices and a look ahead to this month's Tynwald sitting.

Why do we have a Chief Minister? Is it to provide leadership to the government or political direction perhaps? Is the role all about consensus building in Tynwald? Perhaps it's all of these things and more? Certainly the debate which preceded the Keys “no confidence vote” this week covered all of these possibilities and more. There was some quite profound discussion and erudite thinking in the House of Keys which ultimately saw the Chief Minister comfortably survive the vote. On Perspective we consider some of the points made and what, if any, lessons have been learned? A storm in a tea cup maybe but has the cup been dangerously cracked in the process?

More rumbles after the Tynwald resignations in Update tonight - would you like a referendum on the issue of health funding? And we look ahead to a right Royal visit.

The resignation of the Health Minister sends political shockwaves through the Tynwald chamber - we hear Lawrie Hooper's reasons for stepping down, the Chief Minister's initial response and ask what happens now?

Agenda 14.10.24 - parking in Castletown and saving our town centres.You'd wonder what all the fuss is about over closing off a few parking spaces in Castletown but it's seen a couple of former town MHKs breaking cover on the subject. The latest of these is Richard Ronan who led the regeneration work in Castletown during his time as MHK. What was the thinking behind these regeneration schemes, have they worked, is government and Tynwald doing enough to try to bring vibrancy back to our struggling town centres. All this and more on Agenda - assuming I can find somewhere to park of course!

Island folk from different churches, denominations, and walks of Manx life, gathered with over 1,000 others in York Minster on 10th October, for the Ordination and Consecration of three new Bishops, one of whom was The Venerable Tricia Hillis - who is now the new Bishop of Sodor and Man.In this programme we bring you thoughts and reflections from some who were at the service (plus a couple of great hymns sung during the ceremony!)Rosemary Clarke (Warden of Readers)Rev'd Alex Brown (Pioneer Minister)Rt Rev'd Robert Paterson (former Bishop of Sodor and Man)The Venerable Irene Cowell (Archdeacon of Man)Rev'd Jo DudleyMonsignor John Devine (Senior Roman Catholic Priest of the IOM)Paul Craine MLCJonathan King (Clerk of Tynwald)Laurence Skelly (President of Tynwald)

Tynwald returns from its summer recess next week so what does the Order Paper tell us about what the Government has been up to since July? You might expect members to be keen to debate the Manx Care overspend but there are just a few questions and one motion on health and perhaps surprisingly no statement from the Health Minister. Maybe the Chief Minister will reveal more in his autumn statement? MHKs Claire Christian and Rob Callister pick over the relatively small number of motions on Perspective. We'll not be just going through the motions on this week's show.

Your thirty-minute look at the news, sport, business, travel and weather.In this programme we hear from Steam Packet Managing Director Brian Thomson on the 'hole' in the Manxman as the Island's braces itself for stormy weather overnight.All of that and much, much more... what are you waiting for?

Former Douglas East MHK Chris Robertshaw has been called a lot of things over his time in business and politics but 'shrinking violet' was never one of them. Chris has lots to say about the current state of Manx politics and the biggest challenge is how we'll fit it all in on this week's Perspective. How many of Chris's catch phrases will we get? I expect “Smaller smarter government”, “single legal entity” and the old favourite “silo mentality” are all likely to make an appearance, but will any of this find receptive ears in Tynwald?Regardless, expect a political blast from the former Minister.

July Tynwald saw several debates about housing and development with reassurances given about “lots of work going on behind the scenes”. An entertaining exchange saw the Housing Minister attempting to woo Jason Moorhouse but he was playing hard to get. We also hear from the Home Affairs Minister about the cost of the new sexual assault referral centre and emergency planning. Can our elected members really achieve more by asking an occasional question or moving a Tynwald motion than they could by getting there sleeves rolled up at the decision making coal face of a department? I mean …… Really?

There was an interesting flare up in Tynwald over the appointment of two new directors to the government owned Isle of Man Steam Packet Company. Some members were incensed by a particular line of questioning from Douglas Central MHK Chris Thomas and he was asked to withdraw what were described as disparaging remarks. Is it possible to question candidates' suitability for certain roles in such a public forum, and if it isn't then perhaps Tynwald's role in the process is merely to rubber stamp decisions taken behind closed doors. Agenda considers whether legitimate debate was being stifled or were Chris Thomas' comments beyond the pale.

The assisted dying Bill is due to be read a third time tomorrow in an extra Keys sitting and Agenda asks what's the rush. We also ponder whether Tynwald and government are capable of delivering a bus station in Douglas, why developers need support to build luxury flats in Port Erin and why Tynwald rejected the opportunity to save money by allowing private member's Bills to appear on the government consultation website. If you are struggling to understand government's spending priorities then this week's Agenda may well be able to help - mind you it might not and all.

Tynwald petition on horse trams, Manx flag at Euros, Sulby Riverside development, Windsor Road post office going & vintage Alan 'Jacko' Jackson. It's Mannin Line with Andy Wint #iom #manninline #manxradio

L'île de Man, située entre l'Irlande, l'Écosse et le nord de l'Angleterre, est une propriété de la Couronne britannique. En tant que telle, elle ne fait donc pas partie du Royaume-Uni.Une autre particularité de cette petite île est son drapeau. Il est en effet assez singulier. Il représente, sur fond rouge, trois jambes aux genoux repliés, qui ont l'air de tourner sur elles-mêmes. Elles semblent appartenir à des chevaliers, vêtus d'armures.Ce drapeau aurait été adopté, au XIIIe siècle, par le dernier Roi de l'île de Man, Magnus III, dont les possessions s'étendaient jusqu'aux îles Hébrides. En passant sous souveraineté écossaise, puis anglaise, l'île conserve son drapeau.Il fut cependant interdit en 1935, avant d'être de nouveau autorisé en 1968.Le symbolisme de ce drapeau, appelé "les trois pieds" en français, demeure assez mystérieux. Il s'agit probablement d'un "triskell", un symbole celtique représentant trois jambes ou trois spirales entrecroisées.On en trouve des traces en Irlande plus de trois siècles avant notre ère. Ce symbole a été interprété de manières diverses. Ainsi, il représenterait le soleil, ses trois parties marquant les trois phases principales de l'astre, le matin, le midi et le crépuscule.En ce sens, le triskell serait signe de vie, mais aussi de pouvoir. Quand les spirales sont représentées par des jambes, le triskell indique plutôt une direction. Dans le cas du drapeau de l'île de Man, la direction indiquée est le droite. Pour qu'elle soit respectée sur les deux faces du pavillon, le drapeau doit être imprimé recto verso.L'île de Man n'est pas la seule à arborer un tel symbole. Sur le drapeau de la Sicile, on trouve aussi un triskell, orné d'une Gorgone en son centre. La vile de Fûssen, en Allemagne, affiche également ce symbole sur ses armoiries.Ce drapeau de l'île de Man est à distinguer de celui qu'a adopté le "Tynwald", le Parlement de l'île, qui est un bateau jaune sur fond bleu. Le Lieutenant-gouverneur, qui représente le souverain britannique, a également son pavillon personnel. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

L'île de Man, située entre l'Irlande, l'Écosse et le nord de l'Angleterre, est une propriété de la Couronne britannique. En tant que telle, elle ne fait donc pas partie du Royaume-Uni. Une autre particularité de cette petite île est son drapeau. Il est en effet assez singulier. Il représente, sur fond rouge, trois jambes aux genoux repliés, qui ont l'air de tourner sur elles-mêmes. Elles semblent appartenir à des chevaliers, vêtus d'armures. Ce drapeau aurait été adopté, au XIIIe siècle, par le dernier Roi de l'île de Man, Magnus III, dont les possessions s'étendaient jusqu'aux îles Hébrides. En passant sous souveraineté écossaise, puis anglaise, l'île conserve son drapeau. Il fut cependant interdit en 1935, avant d'être de nouveau autorisé en 1968. Le symbolisme de ce drapeau, appelé "les trois pieds" en français, demeure assez mystérieux. Il s'agit probablement d'un "triskell", un symbole celtique représentant trois jambes ou trois spirales entrecroisées. On en trouve des traces en Irlande plus de trois siècles avant notre ère. Ce symbole a été interprété de manières diverses. Ainsi, il représenterait le soleil, ses trois parties marquant les trois phases principales de l'astre, le matin, le midi et le crépuscule. En ce sens, le triskell serait signe de vie, mais aussi de pouvoir. Quand les spirales sont représentées par des jambes, le triskell indique plutôt une direction. Dans le cas du drapeau de l'île de Man, la direction indiquée est le droite. Pour qu'elle soit respectée sur les deux faces du pavillon, le drapeau doit être imprimé recto verso. L'île de Man n'est pas la seule à arborer un tel symbole. Sur le drapeau de la Sicile, on trouve aussi un triskell, orné d'une Gorgone en son centre. La vile de Fûssen, en Allemagne, affiche également ce symbole sur ses armoiries. Ce drapeau de l'île de Man est à distinguer de celui qu'a adopté le "Tynwald", le Parlement de l'île, qui est un bateau jaune sur fond bleu. Le Lieutenant-gouverneur, qui représente le souverain britannique, a également son pavillon personnel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices