After a turbulent week in Manx politics, broadcaster Juan Turner sits down with journalist and former Isle of Man Government Press Officer Alistair Ramsay for a candid conversation about the Island’s political system. Together they trace its evolution — from the days when the Governor presided over Tynwald and originally “ran the Island” under British colonial rule, to the present structure that still denies the public the power to directly elect a government or a leader.
Ramsay brings insider knowledge and historical perspective to a debate that asks tough questions: why did the system change, and why is it now seen by many as no longer fit for purpose? This episode offers a rare, unfiltered look at the mechanics of Manx democracy, its legacy, and the urgent need for reform.
