He succeeds Owen Atkinson.
The new Manx Bard has been named.
Each year the Island’s most worthy poet is appointed as Manx Bard via an annual competition.
Michael Manning was selected as the eight Manx Bard yesterday.
He succeeds Owen Atkinson.
New Manx Bard named
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