Manx Newscast

The treasury minister says a proposal to introduce a Manx Pension Guarantee is to give stability to the National Insurance Fund. 

Alex Allinson says through this process he hopes to drive consumer and business confidence and provide long term stability and credibility on the Isle of Man

The measure, if approved by Tynwald, would mean the Manx State Pension would rise annually from April 2025 by either the preceding September’s figure for Manx CPI inflation or 2%, whichever is higher.

A former MHK standing in the Local Authority Election in April says trust in politicians is 'more important now' than it ever has been. 

David Cretney is hoping to represent Douglas South for Douglas City Council and has housing, dog fouling and protecting public parks and spaces as the key topics on his manifesto.

He believes his previous political experience will help him in the role of councillor if elected and is currently the first candidate to declare they are standing.

Local Democracy Reporter Emma Draper has been speaking to him.

It wasn't just the storm causing headlines on the Isle of Man during the third week of 2025.

If you missed any of the January Tynwald sitting, Phil Gawne takes you through the highlights.

Bulk shipping, fuel surcharges, minimum wage and disposal are the reasons for increases or introductory prices to get rid of electronic or electrical waste (WEEE) at amenity sites. 

So says the commercial manager of the company that has the tender to dispose of the items. 

Paul Corteen from Middle Park Recycling and Middle Park Metals says the pricing is due to changes in enforcement in the UK:

If you can - keep your pets indoors and avoid walks tomorrow.

That's the advice from the ManxSPCA as Storm Éowyn heads towards the Island.

It has issued guidance online for dogs, cats, birds, small pets and larger animals, including livestock.

Krysia Boruch is from the charity, she's been speaking to Siobhán Fletcher.

The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture has strengthened measures to prevent Foot and Mouth Disease from reaching the Island. 

It comes as Germany reported one confirmed case there last week. 

The department has updated legislation, which aligns with the UK, banning the commercial imports of cattle, sheep, pigs, deer, buffalo and their products. 

Although no cases have been reported in the British Isles this year, previous outbreaks of the disease in 2001 and 2007, led to millions of livestock animals being slaughtered and cost the public and private sectors billions of pounds.

In this edition of Newscast, the Island's Chief Veterinary Officer Dr Amy Beckett tells Manx Radio why DEFA has taken this 'robust' step.

If plans are approved in Tynwald next month the Island's minimum wage could be increased this year to match the Living Wage (£13.05).

It would rise in two stages; from £11.45 per hour to £12.25 from 1 April, and then up to £13.05 from 1 October.

In this edition of Newscast, Lewis Foster asks Treasury Minister Alex Allinson why this proposal has been put forward, despite concerns raised by Manx businesses about the impact it would have on them.

Doctors on the Isle of Man are due to strike for the first time in history.

But what is government's role in finding a mutually agreeable solution with members of the British Medical Association?

The Health Minister Claire Christian has been speaking to Amy Griffiths:

Issues relating to young people and substance misuse, gambling and gaming in the Isle of Man will be put under the spotlight next week. 

Addiction charity Motiv8, alongside Manx Care, is working to raise awareness of the services available here in order to provide treatment, support and education.

Next Wednesday (22 January) there'll be a series of presentations on early intervention and education in schools and the exploitation of young people in the local drug culture.

It's taking place at the iMuseum on 22 January from 1pm - 3.35pm. 

Lewis has been speaking to Motiv8 chief executive Thea Ozenturk:

Onchan MHK Julie Edge says Manx Care needs to listen to the public and provide 'a proper health service'. 

It comes as doctors on the Isle of Man plan to walk out for two-days next week as part of an ongoing row over pay.

The health body says it will make every effort to keep services open where possible.