The SOUND Radio - Isle of Man

12/01/2026

A scheduled abnormal load movement will take place this morning as part of the Regional Sewage Treatment Strategy in Peel.

Motorists are advised of a scheduled abnormal load movement taking place this morning as part of the Regional Sewage Treatment Strategy in Peel. A piling rig will be transported by low loaders from Douglas to Peel between 9.30am and 11.00am, before returning empty to Douglas between 12pm and 1.30pm....

12/01/2026

Mostly dry and bright today with sunny intervals with a top temperature 10°C.

Mostly dry and bright today with sunny intervals with a top temperature 10°C. Still feeling quite breezy at first in the strong southwest wind, but that will ease throughout the day. Outbreaks of rain at first on Tuesday but drying up for the afternoon. Fresh northwest winds, best temperature of 9....

11/01/2026

🚨 Power grab or protection?
All 2025, local authorities stood shoulder‑to‑shoulder against the DOI’s Clause 5. Now, as the bill heads back to the House of Keys, Kirrie Jenkins warns: “Consultation is not consent.”

👉 Is this reform through the back door — or a fight to protect democracy and the vulnerable?

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The battle over the Local Authority Amendment Bill is intensifying, with every authority on the island still united against the Department of Infrastructure’s controversial

11/01/2026

Works are planned on Tuesday to remove several mature trees in the central reservation on Gardeners Lane, Ramsey.

11/01/2026

The Isle of Man Constabulary has issued a warning to parents, schools and young people after a sharp increase in the misuse of artificial intelligence technology.

The Isle of Man Constabulary has issued a warning to parents, schools and young people after a sharp increase in the misuse of artificial intelligence technology. School Education Officers have reported growing concerns that AI is being used to bully or ridicule peers, including the creation of rude...

11/01/2026

Simcocks Advocates has recovered 10 Bitcoin, valued up to £1 million, seized in a law enforcement money-laundering probe involving unrelated parties.

Simcocks Advocates has recovered 10 Bitcoin, valued up to £1 million, seized in a law enforcement money-laundering probe involving unrelated parties. Chris Brooks, Head of Litigation and Dispute Resolution at Simcocks Advocates, acted for the client with Ian Whitehurst of Exchange Chambers provid...

11/01/2026

Customers in the Isle of Man have been facing difficulties ordering from Tog24, due to limitations in how the company’s online systems recognise regional addresses.

Customers in the Isle of Man have been facing difficulties ordering from Tog24, due to limitations in how the company’s online systems recognise regional addresses. A Manx resident recently highlighted the issue after being unable to have parcels delivered locally, even though other remote locatio...

11/01/2026

Ronaldsway airport has warned that due to gale force winds there may be some disruption to flights today.

Ronaldsway airport has warned that due to gale force winds there may be some disruption to flights today. The airport said:

10/01/2026

Last year, GNAAS crews attend incidents including cardiac arrests, road traffic collisions and medical emergencies.

The Great North Air Ambulance Service (GNAAS) responded to 14 emergency incidents on the Isle of Man in 2025. This was part of more than 1,900 call-outs across the North of England and surrounding areas. This included 1,218 in the North East, 542 in Cumbria, 94 in Northumberland, 33 in Scotland, 25....

10/01/2026

Now in its sixth year, the event highlights employment opportunities available for residents and those considering relocating or returning to the island.

Young adults and graduates looking to take their first or next career steps in the Isle of Man are encouraged to register for the 2026 Young Adult and Graduate Fair. The 2026 event will take place on Wednesday, April 1, from 11am to 4pm at the Villa Marina in Douglas, with free registration now open...

10/01/2026

A series of free drop-in sessions is being held across the island to encourage people to get involved in the newly launched Year of the Manx Language.

A series of free drop-in sessions is being held across the island to encourage people to get involved in the newly launched Year of the Manx Language. Organised by the Jeebin Manx Language Network, the sessions aim to introduce the public to the goals of the year and show how individuals, community....

10/01/2026

Jenny Trimble has been appointed International Financial Group Limited Group Chief Risk Officer, subject to regulatory approval.

Jenny Trimble has been appointed International Financial Group Limited Group Chief Risk Officer, subject to regulatory approval. Jenny brings more than two decades of experience in professional and financial services. Since joining IFGL more than four years ago, she held multiple roles, first as Hea...