Guernsey News from Island FM
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Guernsey Waste improves the quality of its free garden compost
The 'windrow' method ensures the temperature of garden waste is constantly monitored to provide optimum conditions.
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Guernsey cat lover to ride the length of Britain in nine days
Former Commonwealth and Island Games cyclist Ann Bowditch expects the solo ride to be tough.
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Unclaimed CI Co-op cash funds community projects
Money that was sitting unclaimed in dormant Co-op share accounts is being given to community projects in the Channel Islands.
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Work to commence on 70 affordable flats and homes in Guernsey
Construction will begin this summer on the affordable housing project at the former CI Tyres site, now known as Court Falaise.
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A new tax, more 'proportionate' to wealth, to be put to Guernsey's States
Deputy David Goy initially wants public feedback on a new tax system that would look at alternative sources of revenue, rather than GST.
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Guernsey gives £75k for Islands Unlimited inter-islands sailings
Guernsey taxpayers have given inter-islands ferry service Islands Unlimited a £75,000 grant
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Guernsey tax package to raise more States income but protect low earners
GST at 3% combined with benefits and States savings will bring in 59M a year.
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Changes to make Guernsey's buses more reliable
Bus operator Stagecoach and Guernsey's States have tweaked the timetable to offer a more effective service.
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Aurigny plane makes emergency landing after leaving Guernsey
The ATR diverted to Southampton, and landed without incident, after a windscreen cracked in flight.
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New festival part of Guernsey's Seafront Sunday
Fete d'la Mair will unite everyone with a love of Guernsey's varied and beautiful coast.
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Guernsey firefighters tackle round-island walk in full kit
A team of firefighters will walk 39 miles around Guernsey today (Saturday 6 June) wearing their heavy kit.
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No provider awarded subsidy for seasonal inter-island ferry service
No provider has been awarded a subsidy to operate the inter-island ferry service between Alderney and Guernsey.
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Guernsey's key industry 'stable' in a turbulent world
The regulator says finance in Guernsey continues to attract funds, investment and insurance business.
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Pubs can apply to stay open later to show World Cup games
Pubs in Guernsey can apply to stay open later to show World Cup games.
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Landowners reminded to clear Guernsey's streams of vegetation
Guernsey Water say the island's 100 miles of fresh water douits are vital for water catchment.
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Guernsey homelessness charity 'deeply concerned' at rising support need
In the first five months of 2026, At Home in Guernsey says the number of people it's supported is already nearing the total for the entirety of 2025.
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Plans lodged to improve Guernsey's sea water Children's Pool
A planning application has been submitted to improve La Vallette slipway by the Children's Pool, following the damage caused by Storm Goretti.
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States record £45M surplus, but still warn of Guernsey's funding gap
Guernsey's public finances turn in a surplus of £45 million, but P&R says the bigger picture shows a funding gap.
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Warmest Guernsey spring on record
Guernsey has had its warmest spring since records began.
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Parent challenges Guernsey school's attendance rule after Prom exclusion
A Guernsey parent says her son is devastated after being told he cannot go to his Year 11 prom because his attendance fell below the school's required threshold.
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Survey to expose barriers to adult learning in Guernsey
The findings of a public survey will be used to decide what future qualifications should be offered to adults at The Guernsey Institute.
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P&R President laments lack of progress as development agency chair resigns
Guernsey's senior politician says there has been a frustrating lack of progress on the regeneration of the island's two ports.
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Increase in youth referrals to the Guernsey Employment Trust
A support service says there has been a big jump in the number of 17 to 19 year olds in Guernsey looking for work.
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Hundreds of cyclists take on Guernsey's Rock to Rocque
The cycling event is an important fundraiser for Les Bourgs Hospice.
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Tickets on sale for inter-islands women’s football tournament
Footballers from Jersey, Guernsey, the Isle of Wight and the Isle of Man will go head to head this June.
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Person airlifted to hospital after fall on yacht near Alderney
A person has been airlifted to hospital after reportedly suffering significant injuries on a yacht near Alderney.
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Guernsey Planning drop in promotes extended family living
Planners will advise families looking to adapt their homes or build wings or extensions for relatives.
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Guernsey Hospital returns to normal operating capacity days after critical incident
The Princess Elizabeth Hospital says it is back to normal capacity after declaring a critical incident earlier this week because of increased demand.
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Premier and WSL Super League trophies on display in Guernsey
The Barclays Premier League and Women’s Super League trophies are on show at the bank's branch in St Peter Port today (29 May).
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Electricity prices in Guernsey are to go up again in July
Households in Guernsey are facing a fifth rise in their electricity bills in as many years.
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Guernsey's animal charity condemns exercising dogs in the heat
A video on social media showing a cyclist with a dog running alongside on the road in full sun has shocked the GSPCA.
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Guernsey man to attempt 1000 mile challenge
A Guernsey man is preparing to walk 1,000 miles in 28 days to raise money for Les Bourgs Hospice.
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Herm's accommodation full during the half term heatwave
Extra boats have been scheduled and all the beds are taken, as Herm basks in the sun.
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Aurigny CEO 'fully committed' 'to improving operational performance'
The CEO of Aurigny says they're fully committed to improving performance and customer confidence, following concerns raised about the airline's reliability.
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Cancelled DFDS inter-island sailings 'were never authorised by Guernsey'
Guernsey’s president of Economic Development says it was "unprofessional" of Jersey's ferry operator to sell tickets for sailings that it had no licence to run.
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'Over-capacity' Guernsey's hospital declares critical incident
Several non-urgent operations have been postponed at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital and the issue is expected to last for several days.
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Research centre at Southampton Hospital receives large Guernsey donation
A significant anonymous donation from the estate of two Guernsey residents has launched the University of Southampton’s campaign to build a pioneering research centre.
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Third successive day of record May heat expected
The Channel Islands are set for a third successive day of record-breaking temperatures.
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DFDS withdraws Jersey-Guernsey ferries
DFDS has told passengers booked to travel on its ferry service between Jersey and Guernsey that the company's planned sailings have been cancelled.
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"Tropical nights" forecast for the Channel Islands
Daytime highs in the 30s and nighttime temperatures around 20°C are forecast for the Channel Islands.
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Guernsey sewage pipe repairs "unlikely to be a quick"
Swimmers in Guernsey may need to avoid the waters around Soldier's Bay for some time.
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'Progress' made but 'momentum' needed in reducing substance abuse in Guernsey
Alcohol has been identified as causing the greatest harm locally and campaigns continue to work towards reducing youth vaping.
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Jersey and Guernsey included in UK-Gulf trade deal
Jersey and Guernsey have been included in a landmark UK deal with Gulf states that is being hailed a 'significant' boost to the islands' economies.
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New Chairman For Guernsey's Island FM
Island FM is delighted to announce the appointment of Tom Fotheringham as Chairman of its Board of Directors.
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More listeners, listening for longer: Island FM sees big jumps in new RAJAR figures
The latest radio listening figures show Guernsey’s Island FM has it biggest audience in five years.
