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.
"We've got to let them know we're bigger than you... and we'll not go away until justice is served!"
Jackie and Margaret join forces, as Summerland campaigners continue their fight to overturn the 'misadventure' verdict placed on the 50 people who died.
Jackie and Margaret join forces, as Summerland campaigners continue their fight to overturn the 'misadventure' verdict placed on the 50 people who died.
August 1, 2025 at 3:35 PM
"We've got to let them know we're bigger than you... and we'll not go away until justice is served!"
Jackie and Margaret join forces, as Summerland campaigners continue their fight to overturn the 'misadventure' verdict placed on the 50 people who died.
Jackie and Margaret join forces, as Summerland campaigners continue their fight to overturn the 'misadventure' verdict placed on the 50 people who died.
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.
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.
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!
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'.
The Manxman docking in Douglas this evening during a period of lower tide- highlighting the level of silt needing to be dredged.
April 8, 2025 at 7:22 PM
The Manxman docking in Douglas this evening during a period of lower tide- highlighting the level of silt needing to be dredged.
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.
And we're at the Isle of Man Ferry Terminal in Liverpool, where Chief Minister Alfred Cannan has met with metro mayor Steve Rotheram, and councillor Liam Robinson.
The group signed a 'Memorandum of Understanding', solidifying ties between the Isle of Man and Liverpool.
The group signed a 'Memorandum of Understanding', solidifying ties between the Isle of Man and Liverpool.
March 27, 2025 at 5:16 PM
And we're at the Isle of Man Ferry Terminal in Liverpool, where Chief Minister Alfred Cannan has met with metro mayor Steve Rotheram, and councillor Liam Robinson.
The group signed a 'Memorandum of Understanding', solidifying ties between the Isle of Man and Liverpool.
The group signed a 'Memorandum of Understanding', solidifying ties between the Isle of Man and Liverpool.
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.
"It was batted back to them as their own fault for entering a building - the building was unsafe"
Summerland survivor Jackie Hallam said the inquest application was 'important for the future of justice'.
She lost her mum Lorna Norton, and best friend Jane Tallon in the fire.
Summerland survivor Jackie Hallam said the inquest application was 'important for the future of justice'.
She lost her mum Lorna Norton, and best friend Jane Tallon in the fire.
March 4, 2025 at 5:22 PM
"It was batted back to them as their own fault for entering a building - the building was unsafe"
Summerland survivor Jackie Hallam said the inquest application was 'important for the future of justice'.
She lost her mum Lorna Norton, and best friend Jane Tallon in the fire.
Summerland survivor Jackie Hallam said the inquest application was 'important for the future of justice'.
She lost her mum Lorna Norton, and best friend Jane Tallon in the fire.
One of their main arguments concerns the original forensic team, led by Dr Frank Skuse.
Skuse was involved in the Birmingham Six, and the Judith Ward case - both miscarriages of justice.
Darragh says his association with Summerland is enough to warrant a fresh inquest.
Skuse was involved in the Birmingham Six, and the Judith Ward case - both miscarriages of justice.
Darragh says his association with Summerland is enough to warrant a fresh inquest.
March 4, 2025 at 5:22 PM
One of their main arguments concerns the original forensic team, led by Dr Frank Skuse.
Skuse was involved in the Birmingham Six, and the Judith Ward case - both miscarriages of justice.
Darragh says his association with Summerland is enough to warrant a fresh inquest.
Skuse was involved in the Birmingham Six, and the Judith Ward case - both miscarriages of justice.
Darragh says his association with Summerland is enough to warrant a fresh inquest.
"The time is now to ensure that a full, fresh, effective independent forensic examination is conducted"
The application was sent by lawyer, Darragh Mackin.
Last year, he successfully overturned the verdicts of those who died in the Stardust fire in 1981.
The application was sent by lawyer, Darragh Mackin.
Last year, he successfully overturned the verdicts of those who died in the Stardust fire in 1981.
March 4, 2025 at 5:22 PM
"The time is now to ensure that a full, fresh, effective independent forensic examination is conducted"
The application was sent by lawyer, Darragh Mackin.
Last year, he successfully overturned the verdicts of those who died in the Stardust fire in 1981.
The application was sent by lawyer, Darragh Mackin.
Last year, he successfully overturned the verdicts of those who died in the Stardust fire in 1981.
Tonight on ITV Granada Reports…
The assisted dying debate continues, as clauses are voted on, and sent back up to the Legislative Council.
Plenty of debate to digest, with strong views on both sides.
6:00pm on ITV1.
The assisted dying debate continues, as clauses are voted on, and sent back up to the Legislative Council.
Plenty of debate to digest, with strong views on both sides.
6:00pm on ITV1.
February 25, 2025 at 5:48 PM
Tonight on ITV Granada Reports…
The assisted dying debate continues, as clauses are voted on, and sent back up to the Legislative Council.
Plenty of debate to digest, with strong views on both sides.
6:00pm on ITV1.
The assisted dying debate continues, as clauses are voted on, and sent back up to the Legislative Council.
Plenty of debate to digest, with strong views on both sides.
6:00pm on ITV1.
We hear how the Stardust families are rallying behind the Summerland campaign, calling to overturn the 'misadventure' verdict.
And the Stardust lawyer, now representing the 'Justice for Summerland' campaign, explains why the group is applying for a fresh inquest.
6:00pm on ITV1.
And the Stardust lawyer, now representing the 'Justice for Summerland' campaign, explains why the group is applying for a fresh inquest.
6:00pm on ITV1.
February 12, 2025 at 4:45 PM
We hear how the Stardust families are rallying behind the Summerland campaign, calling to overturn the 'misadventure' verdict.
And the Stardust lawyer, now representing the 'Justice for Summerland' campaign, explains why the group is applying for a fresh inquest.
6:00pm on ITV1.
And the Stardust lawyer, now representing the 'Justice for Summerland' campaign, explains why the group is applying for a fresh inquest.
6:00pm on ITV1.
Tonight on ITV Granada Reports...
A special exclusive report from Belfast, as we travel with Summerland survivor Jackie Hallam to meet families from the Stadust campaign.
An emotional moment for all, united by tragedy in their fights for justice.
A special exclusive report from Belfast, as we travel with Summerland survivor Jackie Hallam to meet families from the Stadust campaign.
An emotional moment for all, united by tragedy in their fights for justice.
February 12, 2025 at 4:41 PM
Tonight on ITV Granada Reports...
A special exclusive report from Belfast, as we travel with Summerland survivor Jackie Hallam to meet families from the Stadust campaign.
An emotional moment for all, united by tragedy in their fights for justice.
A special exclusive report from Belfast, as we travel with Summerland survivor Jackie Hallam to meet families from the Stadust campaign.
An emotional moment for all, united by tragedy in their fights for justice.
Tonight on ITV Granada and ITV Border...
Marking 25 years since the Solway Harvester tragedy, the Isle of Man remembers the seven young men who died at sea.
The crew lost their lives in 2000, when their scallop dredger sank off the coast of Douglas.
6:20pm on ITV.
Marking 25 years since the Solway Harvester tragedy, the Isle of Man remembers the seven young men who died at sea.
The crew lost their lives in 2000, when their scallop dredger sank off the coast of Douglas.
6:20pm on ITV.
January 12, 2025 at 4:55 PM
Tonight on ITV Granada and ITV Border...
Marking 25 years since the Solway Harvester tragedy, the Isle of Man remembers the seven young men who died at sea.
The crew lost their lives in 2000, when their scallop dredger sank off the coast of Douglas.
6:20pm on ITV.
Marking 25 years since the Solway Harvester tragedy, the Isle of Man remembers the seven young men who died at sea.
The crew lost their lives in 2000, when their scallop dredger sank off the coast of Douglas.
6:20pm on ITV.