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234 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days ago -A weekly look at the Manx political scene in which Phil Gawne talks to the politicians who are raising the issues and asking the questions in Tynwald and the House of Keys, ex-politicians about their time in power and exploring the wider world of politics and the workings of Government.
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Agenda 3.4.23 - new Eden Project in Morecambe, the Northern Powerhouse Partnership.
April 02, 2023 17:31 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBFounder of the Eden Project, Sir Tim Smit, attended a conference on Friday which explored the economic opportunities for the Isle of Man through its strong cultural and business links with the North of England. The event, was a joint initiative by the Isle of Man Chamber of Commerce and the Northern Powerhouse Partnership. The ambition to replicate the success of the Eden Project in Cornwall with the new site in Morecambe is expected to attract thousands of visitors to North West England. Wi...
Agenda 27.3.23 - Rob Callister gives his take on the events that led up to last week’s Tynwald debate on his sacking.
March 26, 2023 16:53 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBIn perhaps the most emotionally charged sitting of Tynwald I’ve ever witnessed the former Health Minister Rob Callister MHK was found to have breached Tynwald standards. Mr Callister accepted the findings and gave a full apology to Tynwald but made clear that he had always tried to live up to the highest standards of openness honesty and integrity. On Agenda Rob Callister gives his take on the events that led up to last week’s Tynwald debate on his sacking. Is Rob Callister a dishonest bully...
Agenda 20.3.23 - Michelle Haywood MHK gives her side of the events that led up to Rob Callister's sacking.
March 19, 2023 14:36 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBIn tomorrow’s Tynwald the Chair of the Tynwald Standards and Members’ Interests Committee, Speaker Watterson will move his Committee’s report into matters relating to the dismissal of Rob Callister as Minister for Health and Social Care. This was to say the least an extraordinary event in the colourful history of Ministerial politics, so what actually happened to provoke it. We’ll hear from Rob Callister on next week’s Agenda but this week Michelle Haywood one of the three Health Department ...
Agenda 13.3.23 - Saturday 18th March is Global Recycling Day so Agenda focusses on recycling policy and implementation.
March 13, 2023 14:57 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBThis Saturday is Global Recycling Day so on Agenda this week Minister for waste Chris Thomas MHK and government waste guru Stephanie Gray tell us why we should all recycle whenever we can. Some popular myths about recycling are exploded and suggestions are given on how we can all do more to recycle valuable resources. Who is responsible for recycling policy and implementation? Should central government lead on recycling or should local authorities step up on this one. Not often we hear Chri...
Agenda LegCo bonus episode - everything you've ever wanted to know about LegCo but didn't dare ask.
March 12, 2023 17:17 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MBA LegCo bonus podcast - Alastair Ramsay discusses all things LegCo on this podcast extra. Does anyone really know what LegCo is for and what MHKs are actually looking for? There doesn't appear to be a collective view on this with MHKs split on a number of core issues. Will Alastair and Phil get to the bottom of this? Perhaps not but they have fun pondering! Everything you've ever wanted to know about LegCo but didn't dare ask.
Agenda 6.3.23 - Peter Reid and David Prictor give us a full account of their backgrounds and motivation to become MLCs.
March 05, 2023 15:18 - 54 minutes - 49.5 MBOn an extened Agenda this week we hear from the final two candidates for the Legislative Council election. Banker Peter Reid and David Prictor give us a full account of their backgrounds and motivation to become national politicians. Do the skills obtained from running a bank equip you for running our country? With the LegCo election taking place in just over a week’s time you can find out about all the candidates by listening to Manx Radio’s LegCo candidate Agenda and Perspective podcasts a...
Agenda 27.2.23 - Douglas housing manager Marie Birtles tells us about her LegCo candidacy.
February 26, 2023 16:57 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBOn Agenda this week we hear from Douglas housing manager Marie Birtles, another LegCo hopeful. Why does she want the role and does she have what it takes to be an effective Member of the Legislative Council? This is the ninth candidate we’ll have heard and each one has brings their own unique qualities to the contest. The successful candidates will play a significant role in shaping the future of our Island so even though you don’t get to choose them, it’s good to know who they are. Is your ...
Agenda 13.2.23 - another Legislative Council hopeful Kirrie Jenkins sets out her case.
February 12, 2023 14:57 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBOn Agenda this week another Legislative Council hopeful sets out her cause. Chair of Arbory and Rushen Parish Commissioners Kirrie Jenkins has plenty of life experiences but does she have what it takes to play an active or perhaps more importantly a useful role in national politics? Does Chairing the local parish commissioners provide sufficient experience for someone seeking a role in national politics? Do we have even the faintest idea as to what the House of Keys wants from LegCo? Would a...
Agenda 6.2.23 - Tanya August Hanson MLC explains why she deserves another five year term in the Legislative Council.
February 12, 2023 12:52 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBAs interest in the Legislative Council election begins to hot up, we hear from another wannabe member of LegCo Tanya August Hanson MLC. Ms August Hanson was elected to LegCo 5 years ago so what has she been doing and why does she think her work warrants another five year term? What do you expect from people in our parliament’s second chamber? Should they be seen and not heard, or do you expect your national politicians to be both visible and outspoken? Is being busy the same as being effecti...
Agenda 30.1.23 - Paul Craine MLC explains why he thinks he'd be a good choice for MLC for the next 5 years.
January 29, 2023 13:43 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBThere's an election to the Legislative Council coming soon and Paul Craine MLC is looking for votes. Is the role of the Council changing, what are Keys members looking for and how do they decide. Mr Craine was elected in November 21, shortly after the general election and has certainly been vocal since then. So what does he want to achieve and what can he offer? Is Mr Craine doing a good job and worth a further 5 years in LegCo, is it time for fresh faces, or do you think it doesn’t matter ...
Agenda 23.1.23 - Dr Roger Barker explains how business needs to do more to help address Climate Change and Biodiversity loss.
January 22, 2023 17:01 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBDr Roger Barker is the Institute of Directors’ London-based Director of Policy and Corporate Governance and a former investment banker so why has he been asked to give a talk for Biosphere Isle of Man? Are we finally acknowledging that climate change, mass extinctions and loss of habitat is connected to the lives we lead and the business models of the companies which supply our services? And even if you’re not convinced, surely it can’t be bad if we live in a cleaner more sustainable world?
Agenda 16.1.23 - Paul Craine MLC explains his concern over the 2022 IoM weather statistics.
January 16, 2023 13:47 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBLast year the Isle of Man was warmer and sunnier than it has been since records began so why is Paul Craine MLC so worried? 2022 had 3 times more thunder storm than usual but slightly less rain, so we’re more likely to get flooding when it does rain, and only one of the past 25 years has been cooler than average. Mr Craine may be a bit of a statistics nerd but he’s concerned and these long term trends. Are you happier that its warmer and sunnier, or do you share Mr Craine’s concerns about gl...
Agenda 9.1.23 - Diane Kelsey MLC - everything you ever wanted to know about one of our newest Tynwald members but didn’t like to ask.
January 06, 2023 15:54 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBAt its sitting on 14th March 2023 the House of Keys will elect four Members of the Legislative Council. MHKs will want to elect the best people for the job, although it is not always clear what that job entails. Following the 2021 general election two legislative council seats became available and on was filled by Diane Kelsey. Mrs Kelsey has been relatively quiet since she was elected so what does she stand for and what does she make of her new role? Everything you ever wanted to know about...
AGENDA 26th Dec 22
December 26, 2022 17:00 - 52 minutes - 48.1 MBAn hour long irreverent look back over the year just gone and the year to come with Sam Turton, Paul Moulton, Bernard Moffatt and me Phil Gawne. Will a great light been shone in the darkness? I wouldn’t get your hopes up.
Agenda 19.12.22 - Meat Plant, Laxey Glen Mills and biodiversity crisis.
December 18, 2022 16:20 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBLast week Rob Mercer MLC called on Tynwald to reaffirms its opinion that the Meat Plant is a significant strategic asset for the Isle of Man which has been severely affected by a number of changes in agricultural policies and external legislative pressures over the last 15 years. At the same sitting Daphne Caine MHK succeeded in persuading Tynwald to acknowledge the global biodiversity and ecological crisis we are currently living through. They join former leader of the Manx farmers union Ti...
Agenda 12.12.22 - Assisted Dying - Should you have the right to decide how and when you die, or is the sanctity of life not something politicians should be interfering with?
December 12, 2022 23:25 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBAt the sitting of the House of Keys on 14th June 2022 Dr Alex Allinson, MHK for Ramsey was given leave to introduce a Private Member’s Bill which would “enable adults who are terminally ill to be provided at their request with specified assistance to end their own life”. A public consultation has been launched which seeks your views and opinions on this controversial and very complex matter. Dr Allinson explains his motivation for seeking to introduce the Bill. Should you have the right to d...
Agenda 5.12.22 Some of the most difficult decisions we ever have to make affect our loved ones as they approach the end of their lives so will the Capacity Bill help or hinder?
December 04, 2022 18:24 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBThere is currently no statutory framework to assist where adults either cannot communicate decisions or are unable to make decisions for themselves, but all that is about to change. Last Tuesday the Capacity Bill 2022 received its final reading in Legislative Council and returns to Keys this week for final approval. So why has it taken so long to introduce this legislation, and what impact will it have? Some of the most difficult decisions we ever have to make affect our loved ones as they a...
AGENDA 28th Nov 22
November 27, 2022 17:06 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBThe saying goes, “there’s lies, dang lies and statistics” but Agenda this week is speaking to three people who beg to differ. Treasury Minister Alex Allinson and Jonny Platten, Head of Economic Advisory, tell us about the new Isle of Man Government dashboard and why it's important. Also, Kelvin Corlett head of Statistics Isle of Man explains how statistics are gathered and why his organisation is staunchly independent of political interference.
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November 22, 2022 09:23 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MBPhil Gawne challenges Courtenay Heading on his views and opinions surrounding vaccination and Covid.
Agenda 21st Nov 22
November 21, 2022 12:32 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBTucked away in the December Tynwald business is an apparently modest and unassuming item which seeks to allow far greater access to the Isle of Man’s beneficial ownership register, and yet this is a significant step in removing the secrecy jurisdiction label through which the Isle of Man’s international reputation has been attached for several decades. Treasury Minister Alex Allinson and, long-time critic of the Isle of Man’s financial secrecy, Phil Craine, join Phil Gawne to discuss this we...
AGENDA 31st Oct 22
November 20, 2022 15:15 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBThe Clerk of Tynwald’s Office is calling for interested parties to apply for a new role - the Tynwald Auditor General. The estimated budget for the appointment and their associated office is around £400,000 so how can this be justified at a time of financial constraint. Speaker of the House of Keys Juan Watterson has long been an advocate for introducing this role and he explains all on Agenda at 6pm this evening with me Phil Gawne on Manx Radio. Can we afford to spend £400,000 to save at le...
AGENDA 7th NOV 22
November 07, 2022 15:54 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBA Wall Street Journal article recently accused Isle of Man firms of helping Russian oligarchs to hide their wealth from sanctions. In this episode of Agenda, Lewis Foster turns to the company in the centre of the article - Bridgewaters - as he speaks with Managing Director Mark Veale
AGENDA 24th Oct
October 16, 2022 14:38 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBThe 2022 Farm Conservation Challenge and Chough Awards had dozens of entries and celebrate the strong role farmers play in protecting and encouraging the Isle of Man’s rich biodiversity. Organised by the Isle of Man Farming and Wildlife Advisory Group the awards celebrate our farming community as the guardians of our cherished natural landscape, recognising that they successfully combine commercial farming with conservation initiatives. The Chough award winners are of course experts in thei...
Agenda 17.10.22 - Jason Moorhouse MHK talks about big national topics like housing, cost of living crises and an all-Island rate.
October 14, 2022 16:34 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBJason Moorhouse, MHK for Arbory, Castletown and Malew finds himself as wholly detached from any government responsibility, leaving him free to grill Ministers on all areas of policy and delivery. His approach has been criticised for being too focussed on local, constituency matters but on Agenda this week he talks about big national topics like housing, cost of living crises and an all-Island rate. Is there a national politician lurking beneath the surface or is he just seagulls and dog poo...
Agenda 10.10.22 - Liberal Vannin’s Peter Karran for changes to the IoM Pension supplement, broadening the 5% VAT rate, and raises concerns over human rights.
October 09, 2022 16:06 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBA blast from the past on Agenda this week with Liberal Vannin founder and spokesperson Peter Karran who has raised a number of topical items in recent months. Peter calls for changes to the IoM Pension supplement, broadening the 5% VAT rate, and raises concerns over human rights.
Agenda 3.10.22 - the fourth UNESCO Biosphere Isle of Man Awards - ‘Working Together for a Sustainable Future’
October 03, 2022 16:35 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBOrganisations contributing to a more sustainable Isle of Man were recognised last week at the fourth UNESCO Biosphere Isle of Man Awards. The awards celebrate those contributing to the Man and the Biosphere Programme’s global aims of sustainable development, conservation and education and are organised in line with Biosphere Isle of Man’s strategy, ‘Working Together for a Sustainable Future’. At a time when dark forces seem to be lurking around a bit of really positive news for a change. It’...
Agenda 26.9.22 - government’s economic strategy, the inaugural government conference and how the House of Keys has fared since election 2021.
September 24, 2022 13:42 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBEverything you ever wanted to know about the government’s economic strategy, the inaugural government conference and how the House of Keys has fared during the 12 months since the election. Does the government have a bold an exciting vision set to change our lives for the better or is it just the same old plan with a glitzy new cover.
Agenda 12.9.22 - Constitutional Monarchy and Honours
September 11, 2022 16:35 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBOur constitutional monarchy and receiving an honour - Agenda revisits part of a program first broadcast earlier this summer.
Agenda 5.9.22 - Simon Pickering Head of Insurance and Pensions at Finance Isle of Man reveals a whole new realm to those of us who are largely unfamiliar with the world of high finance.
September 02, 2022 18:06 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBOn this episode of Agenda Simon Pickering Head of Insurance and Pensions at Finance Isle of Man reveals a whole new realm to those of us who are largely unfamiliar with the world of high finance, but this is such an important sector in providing nearly half the income on which government relies to pay for the services we all enjoy. The Manx finance industry has moved on significantly from the 1980’s when it was likened to the wild west. Despite it’s good international reputation though it re...
Agenda 22.8.22 - Chief Constable Gary Roberts talks about the changing nature of policing in the Isle of Man.
August 22, 2022 16:30 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBChief Constable Gary Roberts has been in post for over a decade but will be stepping back from the role at the end of the year. He talks about the changing nature of policing in the Isle of Man and the vast range of issues covered from petty crime to international money laundering. Financial pressures restrict how effective policing can be and relatively low starting salaries means that recruitment of new officers is becoming increasingly difficult. Do you feel safe in your home and communit...
Agenda 15th August 22
August 15, 2022 16:30 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MBThe Treasury Minister has had a lot to deal with since taking over from David Ashford three months ago. A flurry of announcements this week demonstrated an understanding of the significant financial difficulties many of us are facing, and short term fixes have been delivered - but are these sustainable? Can the government continue to burn the economic candle at both ends. On Agenda Alex Allinson MHK tells me why we need a radical shift in economic strategy and what the Cannan administration’...
Agenda 25th July 22 Special
July 25, 2022 16:50 - 50 minutes - 46.4 MBIn this extended Agenda the Chief Minister Alf Cannan MHK explains in some depth his government’s thinking in developing this bold ambition. Is his government all spin and glitzy brochures or is there real substance to what he says? Whatever you think you really should take the opportunity to engage with government if you want your views to help shape the future of our Island.
Agenda 18.7.22 - Lawrie Hooper MHK &Tynwald Petitioner Alison Ritchie consider the health and social care complaints regulations.
July 18, 2022 17:30 - 31 minutes - 57 MBOn Agenda this week Health Minister Lawrie Hooper MHK and Tynwald Petitioner Alison Ritchie consider the health and social care complaints regulations due to be considered this week in Tynwald. In previous debates on this topic have described the process of getting your complaint heard as a bureaucratic minefield and talked about health professionals closing ranks against complainants. So are the regulations independent enough to satisfy the growing number of complainants who feel badly let d...
Agenda 18th July 22
July 18, 2022 16:30 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MBOn Agenda this week Health Minister Lawrie Hooper MHK and Tynwald Petitioner Alison Ritchie consider the health and social care complaints regulations due to be considered this week in Tynwald. In previous debates on this topic have described the process of getting your complaint heard as a bureaucratic minefield and talked about health professionals closing ranks against complainants. So are the regulations independent enough to satisfy the growing number of complainants who feel badly let ...
Agenda 11th July 22 - extended podcast
July 11, 2022 16:30 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MBLast week the Isle of Man welcomed delegates from around the world to the Small Countries Financial Management Programme. Twenty two officials representing finance ministries, central banks and regulatory bodies came to the Island from as far afield as the Caribbean, Pacific, Indian Ocean and Africa. So what is the Programme all about and does it represent good value for the tax payers investment. I talk to programme participants and officials about the value of what’s taught, the impact tha...
Agenda 4th July 2022
July 04, 2022 16:30 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBWhat is the significance of the outdoor sitting of Tynwald, what’s actually involved in the ceremony and is there any chance we’ll resurrect settling disputes with sword fights? Will you be going to the Tynwald fair? Is it just a good excuse for tea, cakes and a bit of a yarn or does this thousand year old institution hold a significant place in Manx hearts. Maybe both?
AGENDA 27th June 22
June 27, 2022 16:30 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBFed up with the inefficiencies of government? Think the planning system is too restrictive? Or maybe not restrictive enough? Well, this week’s Agenda might well have the answer for you. Clerk of Tynwald, Jonathan King talks us through how to present a petition to Tynwald. We also hear from campaigner Bridge Carter who is concerned about the lack of a legislative framework for preventing financial crime against elderly and vulnerable people and holding perpetrators to account.
Agenda 13.6.22 - David Ashford - life after Ministerial politics
June 13, 2022 17:30 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MBIt is said that the higher you climb, the harder the fall. We speak to a politician who still bears the political bruises of his rather dramatic departure from office just three weeks ago. David Ashford MHK had a meteoric political rise to some of the most senior political roles in Manx politics. So how does he feel after his resignation?
AGENDA 13th June 22
June 13, 2022 16:30 - 32 minutes - 30 MBIt is said that the higher you climb, the harder the fall. On Agenda tonight we speak to a politician who still bears the political bruises of his rather dramatic departure from office just three weeks ago. David Ashford MHK had a meteoric political rise to some of the most senior political roles in Manx politics. So how does he feel after his resignation, does he have any weaknesses and where does his future lie? No smoking gun revelations but some very thoughtful insights from the former T...
AGENDA 6th JUNE 2022
June 06, 2022 16:30 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBIs enough being done for our footpaths, glens and heritage attractions. We consider an MLC’s bid to improve government support and protection of our built heritage. We hear from Marlene Maska MLC - that rare thing a politician who knows what she’s talking about - and Daphne Caine MHK a strong champion for our heritage.
Agenda 30.6.22 The Infrastructure Minister Tim Crookall MHK
May 30, 2022 17:30 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBIt is one of the biggest challenges in Manx politics and the Minister is not unique in struggling to get to grips with this very large and unwieldy government department. We talk about the ongoing issues on the Promenade, horse trams, problems at the airport and much more with Infrastructure Minister Tim Crookall MHK
AGENDA 30th June 22
May 30, 2022 16:30 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBIt is one of the biggest challenges in Manx politics and the Minister is not unique in struggling to get to grips with this very large and unwieldy government department. We talk about the ongoing issues on the Promenade, horse trams, problems at the airport and much more with Infrastructure Minister Tim Crookall MHK
AGENDA 23rd MAY 22
May 23, 2022 16:30 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBAlastair Ramsay tries to help Phil cut through the rhetoric and consider the implications of the Chief Minister's statement to May Tynwald on the Ranson case.
AGENDA 16th May 22
May 16, 2022 16:15 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MBDaphne Caine MHK tells us why Keys were so concerned about prayers, we consider whether the Manx political system is fit for purpose and is government serious about addressing Climate Change?
AGENDA - 9th May 22
May 09, 2022 15:10 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBImportant complaints regulations moved a step closer in Leg Co last week - Phil speaks to the Health Minister Lawrie Hooper MHK about it and, after Crogga's license was extended to explore our seas for gas, Stu Peters MHK and Paul Craine MLC discuss gas extraction.
Agenda Reviews the April 2022 Tynwald Sitting
May 02, 2022 16:00 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBPhil and Alistair Ramsay Review how the April 2022 Tynwald sitting went
Agenda 14.3.22 Ralph Peake - Energy and Sustainability Centre
May 01, 2022 13:35 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBRalph Peake tell us how the Energy and Sustainability Centre can deliver a greener future without resorting to government funding.
Agenda 25.4.22 - Chris Thomas tells us about his hard hitting Tynwald questions
April 25, 2022 16:30 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MBChris Thomas tells us about his hard hitting questions in April Tynwald and also Government's stuttering response to the housing crisis and how the Housing Board, which he chairs, is working.
Agenda : 11th April 22 (extended)
April 11, 2022 09:15 - 27 minutes - 24.8 MBPhil Gawne speaks with DEFA member Michelle Haywood MHK about climate change's impact on the sea around us and how blue carbon could help; he also takes the opportunity to quiz Michelle and fellow Southern MHK Jason Moorhouse about the lack of progress on Castle Rushen High School and the recent debacle over the Southern Swimming Pool
Agenda - 4th April 2022
April 04, 2022 16:20 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBDark Money and how it influences international finance. Graham Barrow - a man who speaks about international finance, sanctions on Russian oligarchs, and financial secrecy