Joshua Stokes
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🇮🇲 Isle of Man Reporter
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Tonight on ITV Granada Reports...
🔹One man's property is balancing on a cliff edge due to coastal erosion on the Isle of Man.
🔹Historian Charles Guard talks us through his research into the issue.
🔹The Manx government respond to the crumbling coastline.
6:00pm on ITV1.
🔹One man's property is balancing on a cliff edge due to coastal erosion on the Isle of Man.
🔹Historian Charles Guard talks us through his research into the issue.
🔹The Manx government respond to the crumbling coastline.
6:00pm on ITV1.
November 26, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Tonight on ITV Granada Reports...
🔹One man's property is balancing on a cliff edge due to coastal erosion on the Isle of Man.
🔹Historian Charles Guard talks us through his research into the issue.
🔹The Manx government respond to the crumbling coastline.
6:00pm on ITV1.
🔹One man's property is balancing on a cliff edge due to coastal erosion on the Isle of Man.
🔹Historian Charles Guard talks us through his research into the issue.
🔹The Manx government respond to the crumbling coastline.
6:00pm on ITV1.
Tonight on ITV Granada Reports...
We meet metal detectorist Kath Giles, whose retirement hobby led to the discovery of two viking treasure hoards on the Isle of Man.
You can watch her story, as she explains the art of metal detecting at 6:00pm on ITV1.
We meet metal detectorist Kath Giles, whose retirement hobby led to the discovery of two viking treasure hoards on the Isle of Man.
You can watch her story, as she explains the art of metal detecting at 6:00pm on ITV1.
November 18, 2025 at 2:41 PM
Tonight on ITV Granada Reports...
We meet metal detectorist Kath Giles, whose retirement hobby led to the discovery of two viking treasure hoards on the Isle of Man.
You can watch her story, as she explains the art of metal detecting at 6:00pm on ITV1.
We meet metal detectorist Kath Giles, whose retirement hobby led to the discovery of two viking treasure hoards on the Isle of Man.
You can watch her story, as she explains the art of metal detecting at 6:00pm on ITV1.
Tonight on ITV Granada Reports...
We meet Paul Chappell, whose life was saved by the Great North Air Ambulance Service, following a heart attack on the Isle of Man.
Now the charity is calling on people to donate, because while the missions may currently be funded, its long-term future is not.
We meet Paul Chappell, whose life was saved by the Great North Air Ambulance Service, following a heart attack on the Isle of Man.
Now the charity is calling on people to donate, because while the missions may currently be funded, its long-term future is not.
October 30, 2025 at 5:23 PM
Tonight on ITV Granada Reports...
We meet Paul Chappell, whose life was saved by the Great North Air Ambulance Service, following a heart attack on the Isle of Man.
Now the charity is calling on people to donate, because while the missions may currently be funded, its long-term future is not.
We meet Paul Chappell, whose life was saved by the Great North Air Ambulance Service, following a heart attack on the Isle of Man.
Now the charity is calling on people to donate, because while the missions may currently be funded, its long-term future is not.
BREAKING: Campaigners to appeal Isle of Man's decision to decline fresh inquests into Summerland fire.
The lawyer representing the families has challenged the Attorney General based on 'multiple alleged misdirections in law and procedural irregularities'.
The lawyer representing the families has challenged the Attorney General based on 'multiple alleged misdirections in law and procedural irregularities'.
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August 5, 2025 at 3:49 PM
BREAKING: Campaigners to appeal Isle of Man's decision to decline fresh inquests into Summerland fire.
The lawyer representing the families has challenged the Attorney General based on 'multiple alleged misdirections in law and procedural irregularities'.
The lawyer representing the families has challenged the Attorney General based on 'multiple alleged misdirections in law and procedural irregularities'.
Tonight on ITV Granada Reports...
Hillsborough campaigner Margaret Aspinall backs calls for a fresh inquest into the Summerland fire, after meeting with survivor Jackie Hallam.
Tomorrow will mark 52 years since the fire killed 50 people in the disaster.
6:00pm on ITV1.
Hillsborough campaigner Margaret Aspinall backs calls for a fresh inquest into the Summerland fire, after meeting with survivor Jackie Hallam.
Tomorrow will mark 52 years since the fire killed 50 people in the disaster.
6:00pm on ITV1.
August 1, 2025 at 3:34 PM
Tonight on ITV Granada Reports...
Hillsborough campaigner Margaret Aspinall backs calls for a fresh inquest into the Summerland fire, after meeting with survivor Jackie Hallam.
Tomorrow will mark 52 years since the fire killed 50 people in the disaster.
6:00pm on ITV1.
Hillsborough campaigner Margaret Aspinall backs calls for a fresh inquest into the Summerland fire, after meeting with survivor Jackie Hallam.
Tomorrow will mark 52 years since the fire killed 50 people in the disaster.
6:00pm on ITV1.
Two commemorative services are due to be held to mark 52 years since the Summerland fire.
Douglas City Council will host their annual ceremony at the Summerland memorial, while campaigners are expected to gather at what remains of the Summerland site.
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Douglas City Council will host their annual ceremony at the Summerland memorial, while campaigners are expected to gather at what remains of the Summerland site.
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July 21, 2025 at 9:50 AM
Two commemorative services are due to be held to mark 52 years since the Summerland fire.
Douglas City Council will host their annual ceremony at the Summerland memorial, while campaigners are expected to gather at what remains of the Summerland site.
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Douglas City Council will host their annual ceremony at the Summerland memorial, while campaigners are expected to gather at what remains of the Summerland site.
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Spanish tall ship Galeón Andalucía has arrived in Douglas.
The 17th-century replica will open to the public from tomorrow, giving people a chance to step onboard the ship.
The 17th-century replica will open to the public from tomorrow, giving people a chance to step onboard the ship.
July 1, 2025 at 8:20 PM
Spanish tall ship Galeón Andalucía has arrived in Douglas.
The 17th-century replica will open to the public from tomorrow, giving people a chance to step onboard the ship.
The 17th-century replica will open to the public from tomorrow, giving people a chance to step onboard the ship.
"He's going to be missed so much"
The remains of Chris Garrett have been returned to the Isle of Man, welcomed by a guard of honour at Ronaldsway Airport.
Matt Lambah grew up with Chris, and led the motorcade back to his hometown in Peel.
The remains of Chris Garrett have been returned to the Isle of Man, welcomed by a guard of honour at Ronaldsway Airport.
Matt Lambah grew up with Chris, and led the motorcade back to his hometown in Peel.
May 23, 2025 at 6:14 PM
"He's going to be missed so much"
The remains of Chris Garrett have been returned to the Isle of Man, welcomed by a guard of honour at Ronaldsway Airport.
Matt Lambah grew up with Chris, and led the motorcade back to his hometown in Peel.
The remains of Chris Garrett have been returned to the Isle of Man, welcomed by a guard of honour at Ronaldsway Airport.
Matt Lambah grew up with Chris, and led the motorcade back to his hometown in Peel.
BREAKING: The Isle of Man Attorney General has denied the request for a new inquest into the Summerland fire.
Writing to the campaign's lawyer, he said he was unable to grant a new inquest due to a lack of ‘fresh evidence’.
More on ITV Granada Reports at 6:00pm.
Writing to the campaign's lawyer, he said he was unable to grant a new inquest due to a lack of ‘fresh evidence’.
More on ITV Granada Reports at 6:00pm.
May 16, 2025 at 2:32 PM
BREAKING: The Isle of Man Attorney General has denied the request for a new inquest into the Summerland fire.
Writing to the campaign's lawyer, he said he was unable to grant a new inquest due to a lack of ‘fresh evidence’.
More on ITV Granada Reports at 6:00pm.
Writing to the campaign's lawyer, he said he was unable to grant a new inquest due to a lack of ‘fresh evidence’.
More on ITV Granada Reports at 6:00pm.
NEW: Contrasting statement from the Isle of Man Government, following the UK's stance on immigration.
"The UK Government’s announcements made yesterday are not mirrored automatically".
David Ashford is due to make a statement at Tynwald this month re IoM immigration.
"The UK Government’s announcements made yesterday are not mirrored automatically".
David Ashford is due to make a statement at Tynwald this month re IoM immigration.
May 13, 2025 at 1:41 PM
NEW: Contrasting statement from the Isle of Man Government, following the UK's stance on immigration.
"The UK Government’s announcements made yesterday are not mirrored automatically".
David Ashford is due to make a statement at Tynwald this month re IoM immigration.
"The UK Government’s announcements made yesterday are not mirrored automatically".
David Ashford is due to make a statement at Tynwald this month re IoM immigration.
🎥 Concluding shot after covering VE Day commemorations across the Isle of Man.
The Lieutenant Governor lit a beacon in Douglas to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day.
The Lieutenant Governor lit a beacon in Douglas to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day.
May 8, 2025 at 9:58 PM
🎥 Concluding shot after covering VE Day commemorations across the Isle of Man.
The Lieutenant Governor lit a beacon in Douglas to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day.
The Lieutenant Governor lit a beacon in Douglas to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day.
Tonight on ITV Granada Reports...
We meet the the tram driver celebrating 50 years working on the historic Douglas Horse Tramway.
Peter Cannon takes us on a trip down memory lane (and the promenade) telling us why he's committed most of his life to the trams.
6:00pm on ITV1.
We meet the the tram driver celebrating 50 years working on the historic Douglas Horse Tramway.
Peter Cannon takes us on a trip down memory lane (and the promenade) telling us why he's committed most of his life to the trams.
6:00pm on ITV1.
April 30, 2025 at 11:39 AM
Tonight on ITV Granada Reports...
We meet the the tram driver celebrating 50 years working on the historic Douglas Horse Tramway.
Peter Cannon takes us on a trip down memory lane (and the promenade) telling us why he's committed most of his life to the trams.
6:00pm on ITV1.
We meet the the tram driver celebrating 50 years working on the historic Douglas Horse Tramway.
Peter Cannon takes us on a trip down memory lane (and the promenade) telling us why he's committed most of his life to the trams.
6:00pm on ITV1.
Tonight on Granada Reports...
We chat with Brad Kella, as he joins Gary Barlow on tour, which started on the Isle of Man.
Brad talks about the joy of performing with Gary on one of his biggest hits, and how growing up in care has influenced his music.
6:00pm on ITV1.
We chat with Brad Kella, as he joins Gary Barlow on tour, which started on the Isle of Man.
Brad talks about the joy of performing with Gary on one of his biggest hits, and how growing up in care has influenced his music.
6:00pm on ITV1.
April 29, 2025 at 1:46 PM
Tonight on Granada Reports...
We chat with Brad Kella, as he joins Gary Barlow on tour, which started on the Isle of Man.
Brad talks about the joy of performing with Gary on one of his biggest hits, and how growing up in care has influenced his music.
6:00pm on ITV1.
We chat with Brad Kella, as he joins Gary Barlow on tour, which started on the Isle of Man.
Brad talks about the joy of performing with Gary on one of his biggest hits, and how growing up in care has influenced his music.
6:00pm on ITV1.
Happy 103rd birthday to Burma veteran, James Fenton.
Always a pleasure catching up with James each year, as his positivity keeps pushing him towards the next birthday!
Always a pleasure catching up with James each year, as his positivity keeps pushing him towards the next birthday!
April 21, 2025 at 4:50 PM
Happy 103rd birthday to Burma veteran, James Fenton.
Always a pleasure catching up with James each year, as his positivity keeps pushing him towards the next birthday!
Always a pleasure catching up with James each year, as his positivity keeps pushing him towards the next birthday!
Paul Jones to continue as manager of FC Isle of Man despite ten games without a win for 'The Ravens' | @itvnews.bsky.social
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April 16, 2025 at 1:57 PM
Paul Jones to continue as manager of FC Isle of Man despite ten games without a win for 'The Ravens' | @itvnews.bsky.social
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Tonight on ITV Granada Reports...
Summerland survivor Bob White talks through his escape from the burning building, and why he's backing the campaign for a fresh inquest.
And Ian Byrne MP urges the Isle of Man to 'learn lessons from Hillsborough'.
Summerland survivor Bob White talks through his escape from the burning building, and why he's backing the campaign for a fresh inquest.
And Ian Byrne MP urges the Isle of Man to 'learn lessons from Hillsborough'.
April 14, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Tonight on ITV Granada Reports...
Summerland survivor Bob White talks through his escape from the burning building, and why he's backing the campaign for a fresh inquest.
And Ian Byrne MP urges the Isle of Man to 'learn lessons from Hillsborough'.
Summerland survivor Bob White talks through his escape from the burning building, and why he's backing the campaign for a fresh inquest.
And Ian Byrne MP urges the Isle of Man to 'learn lessons from Hillsborough'.
Bomb disposal expert from Isle of Man given 14 year jail sentence in Russia for his work in Ukraine | @itvnews.bsky.social
Christopher Garrett from Peel has dedicated years to clearing landmines, but has now been convicted of terrorism charges.
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Christopher Garrett from Peel has dedicated years to clearing landmines, but has now been convicted of terrorism charges.
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April 9, 2025 at 3:54 PM
Bomb disposal expert from Isle of Man given 14 year jail sentence in Russia for his work in Ukraine | @itvnews.bsky.social
Christopher Garrett from Peel has dedicated years to clearing landmines, but has now been convicted of terrorism charges.
www.itv.com/news/granada...
Christopher Garrett from Peel has dedicated years to clearing landmines, but has now been convicted of terrorism charges.
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NEW: Ferry sailings to the Isle of Man are to be adjusted from tomorrow, as the tide in Douglas harbour will be too low for the vessels to enter.
It affects those travelling on the Manxman or the Ben-my-Chree, from Wednesday 9th to Tuesday 15th April.
It affects those travelling on the Manxman or the Ben-my-Chree, from Wednesday 9th to Tuesday 15th April.
April 8, 2025 at 1:29 PM
NEW: Ferry sailings to the Isle of Man are to be adjusted from tomorrow, as the tide in Douglas harbour will be too low for the vessels to enter.
It affects those travelling on the Manxman or the Ben-my-Chree, from Wednesday 9th to Tuesday 15th April.
It affects those travelling on the Manxman or the Ben-my-Chree, from Wednesday 9th to Tuesday 15th April.
NEW: Manx Care announce 'new contract' with the Great North Air Ambulance Service.
They said the new contract 'would not be possible' without funding from Manx Care.
The service will now continue to respond those ill and injured on the Isle of Man for a further 12 months.
They said the new contract 'would not be possible' without funding from Manx Care.
The service will now continue to respond those ill and injured on the Isle of Man for a further 12 months.
March 28, 2025 at 10:28 AM
NEW: Manx Care announce 'new contract' with the Great North Air Ambulance Service.
They said the new contract 'would not be possible' without funding from Manx Care.
The service will now continue to respond those ill and injured on the Isle of Man for a further 12 months.
They said the new contract 'would not be possible' without funding from Manx Care.
The service will now continue to respond those ill and injured on the Isle of Man for a further 12 months.
"Will it be under £100 million?"
The Chief Minister was unable to confirm how much the Isle of Man Ferry Terminal in Liverpool has cost.
Early estimations suggest it could cost around £70m, which is £32m over the original budget.
The Chief Minister was unable to confirm how much the Isle of Man Ferry Terminal in Liverpool has cost.
Early estimations suggest it could cost around £70m, which is £32m over the original budget.
March 28, 2025 at 9:41 AM
"Will it be under £100 million?"
The Chief Minister was unable to confirm how much the Isle of Man Ferry Terminal in Liverpool has cost.
Early estimations suggest it could cost around £70m, which is £32m over the original budget.
The Chief Minister was unable to confirm how much the Isle of Man Ferry Terminal in Liverpool has cost.
Early estimations suggest it could cost around £70m, which is £32m over the original budget.
Tonight on Granada Reports…
Two families fear their loved ones' killer could soon be released, as his parole hearing is scheduled for later this year.
Peter Newbery has spent over 21 years in prison for the murder of two teenagers on the Isle of Man in 2002.
Two families fear their loved ones' killer could soon be released, as his parole hearing is scheduled for later this year.
Peter Newbery has spent over 21 years in prison for the murder of two teenagers on the Isle of Man in 2002.
March 27, 2025 at 5:13 PM
Tonight on Granada Reports…
Two families fear their loved ones' killer could soon be released, as his parole hearing is scheduled for later this year.
Peter Newbery has spent over 21 years in prison for the murder of two teenagers on the Isle of Man in 2002.
Two families fear their loved ones' killer could soon be released, as his parole hearing is scheduled for later this year.
Peter Newbery has spent over 21 years in prison for the murder of two teenagers on the Isle of Man in 2002.
BREAKING: The Isle of Man parliament is the first in the British Isles to pass assisted dying legislation.
The bill will now be passed on to the UK Ministry of Justice, before being sent for Royal assent.
The bill will now be passed on to the UK Ministry of Justice, before being sent for Royal assent.
March 25, 2025 at 12:57 PM
BREAKING: The Isle of Man parliament is the first in the British Isles to pass assisted dying legislation.
The bill will now be passed on to the UK Ministry of Justice, before being sent for Royal assent.
The bill will now be passed on to the UK Ministry of Justice, before being sent for Royal assent.
NEW: Most popular baby names in the Isle of Man last year were 'Lili/Lilee/Lillie/Lillee' for girls.
'Oliver' was the most common name amongst boys, with other names including 'Archie', 'Noah' and 'Theo' proving popular.
A total of 574 babies were born in 2024.
'Oliver' was the most common name amongst boys, with other names including 'Archie', 'Noah' and 'Theo' proving popular.
A total of 574 babies were born in 2024.
March 24, 2025 at 12:14 PM
NEW: Most popular baby names in the Isle of Man last year were 'Lili/Lilee/Lillie/Lillee' for girls.
'Oliver' was the most common name amongst boys, with other names including 'Archie', 'Noah' and 'Theo' proving popular.
A total of 574 babies were born in 2024.
'Oliver' was the most common name amongst boys, with other names including 'Archie', 'Noah' and 'Theo' proving popular.
A total of 574 babies were born in 2024.
NEW: Red Arrows set to return for TT 2025.
The display will take place on Thursday 5th June at 7:30pm.
The display will take place on Thursday 5th June at 7:30pm.
March 19, 2025 at 4:06 PM
NEW: Red Arrows set to return for TT 2025.
The display will take place on Thursday 5th June at 7:30pm.
The display will take place on Thursday 5th June at 7:30pm.
NEW: Nurses in the Isle of Man have voted in favour of strike action over their 4% pay uplift offer for 2024/25.
70% of those who voted in the Royal College of Nursing ballot said they would consider striking.
70% of those who voted in the Royal College of Nursing ballot said they would consider striking.
March 14, 2025 at 12:49 PM
NEW: Nurses in the Isle of Man have voted in favour of strike action over their 4% pay uplift offer for 2024/25.
70% of those who voted in the Royal College of Nursing ballot said they would consider striking.
70% of those who voted in the Royal College of Nursing ballot said they would consider striking.