Guernsey News

Islanders who can give a Ukrainian refugee their own living space will be the first to be contacted to join Guernsey's Sponsorship Scheme.

The States of Alderney says it hopes a 'firm agreement' to keep the island's only GP Practice open will be reached 'in the very near future'.

A Guernsey police officer preparing for her part in the official royal celebrations is the first islander to receive a Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Medal.

The president of the States of Alderney says the island is "punches above its weight" as it offers a variety of events to commemorate the Jubilee.

Alderney might use medium sized wind turbines to try to reduce the cost of generating power, which has rocketed this year due to volatile fuel prices.

The need for Alderney and Sark to de-carbonise may eventually result in Guernsey supplying the Bailiwick with electricity.

Guernsey Raiders repeated their dominance of inter-insular rugby with a second consecutive Siam Cup victory over the Jersey Reds at Footes Lane on Saturday.

Parents in Guernsey are being encouraged to take up the offer of free dental check-ups for their children.

Guernsey Police say it's a known hot spot for anti social behaviour and it's hoped outlawing drinking there from 1 June will stop it reoccurring over the summer and autumn.

Celebrations in Guernsey for the Queen's Platinum Jubilee will begin with a 21 gun-salute and the lighting of the Jubilee beacon.

Seven Sunday Times Rich List billionaires have links to the Channel Islands, with the Barclay family still ranked the wealthiest.

Seven deputies want any plans to build keyworker accommodation on the large field at the western edge of Guernsey's hospital to be debated by the States.

Guernsey's bus operator has suspended more than 60 routes on weekdays and says it will continue with a reduced schedule until it can recruit and train more drivers.

Jersey FA have confirmed a reduced capacity of 1800 for Saturday's Muratti final.

Passengers on the majority of Aurigny flights will no longer need to wear a face covering, but there are some notable exceptions.

Guernsey Police are warning islanders not to use electric scooters on public highways.

More than £455,000 has now been donated to the Bailiff's fund to help the people of Ukraine.

A Ground Penetrating Radar survey of parts of Longis Common in Alderney may uncover evidence of further slave worker graves on the site of the former World War II cemetery.

A Guernsey deputy says a fairer funding formula is needed if Liberation Day celebrations continue to be parish-based.

Home Affairs says it's agreeing a policy this week to ensure refugees coming to live in Guernsey are safe and their living arrangements are suitable and dignified.

Four sailors have been rescued after their yacht slipped its mooring while they were sleeping and run aground off Herm.

Two more of Guernsey's talented young footballers have joined Championship club Bristol City.

The Guernsey Raiders beat Jersey by a convincing 62-26 in the Siam Cup at the Stade Santander.

Officers have been called out to deal with a shed fire on Rohais De Haut.

The States will be asked to act quickly to address Guernsey's housing problems over supply and affordability when they debate the Government Work Plan in June.

EY has been appointed to do a £200,000 review of Guernsey's corporate tax options.

New cigarette bins with a difference have started popping up around St Peter Port.

A fourth person has been arrested after a fight at the La Mare De Carteret playing fields on Sunday night.

House prices in Guernsey have risen by 4% in the first three months of 2022 to hit a new record high.

The president of Education, Sport and Culture says it's likely that St Peter Port will only be used for the major celebrations every five years, beginning in 2025.

The Channel Islands have joined an agreement between the UK and France designed to prevent terrorist attacks in the English Channel.

Another teenager has been arrested in connection with a 'large-scale' fight at the La Mare de Carteret playing fields on Sunday evening.

Aurigny has resolved its post Brexit licensing issues and has got the all clear from the southern Irish authorities to resume direct Guernsey Dublin flights from 17 May.

The charity GROW has built new planters and repaired the decking at a vandalised play area.

People in Guernsey will no longer need to register as organ donors from next year.

The Earl and Countess of Wessex will visit Alderney and Sark today to wrap up their Royal visit to the Channel Islands as part of the celebrations of both Liberation and the Queen's Platinum Jubilee.

Guernsey is marking 77 years since the end of the German Occupation during the Second World War.

Hundreds of Guernsey teenagers and young people have been spoken to by Police after a 'large-scale' fight broke out on the La Mare de Carteret playing fields.

Trained 'Bikeability' cycling instructors are to roll out short courses for adults who want to get more confident in using their bikes for work, leisure or with their families.

The family of the first British soldier to land in Guernsey to free the island from the German Occupation are returning for the 77th anniversary of Liberation Day.

Matt Le Tissier has accused ITV Channel of threatening to turn his planned appearance at Jersey Bulls' end-of-season awards dinner into a controversial event if he spoke.

The imminent closure of Alderney's only GP surgery has been averted for a month, while talks take place on its long term future.

Five of Guernsey Post's lorries have been fitted with solar panels to help reduce their carbon emissions.

Guernsey's Data Protection Authority has launched an inquiry into a 'cyber incident' which affected The Medical Specialist Group in December.

Jersey Bulls have u-turned on the decision to invite controversial pundit Matt Le Tissier to their end-of-season awards dinner.

Police are investigating after a barbecue was stolen from a garden in St Saviour.

Home Affairs and Policy and Resources say they believe the Bailiwick has the capacity and resources to "accommodate at least some Ukrainian refugees."

Alderney's only GP practice, the Island Medical Centre, is to close on Friday (6 May) with no indication if, or when, it will re-open.

More details have been announced of the visit of the Earl and Countess of Wessex for Liberation Day.

Policy & Resources seeks support for plan to fund the financial response to the coronavirus economic impact.

Deputy Richard Graham has responded to an open letter written by two parents concerned with the future of Guernsey's education system.

The Guernsey Coastguard has issued advice to all boatowners after two incidents yesterday.

The Policy and Resources Committee has released three amendments to the 'Transforming Education' letter from ESC.

Le Grand Bouet is due to shut for 5 weeks from September 3rd.

An investigation by the NSPCC has found the number of sex crimes against children in Guernsey has risen in the last year.

Education, Sport, and Culture have announced the name of the new school, its colleges, and its uniform.

Two deputies who stood down from the Home Affairs committee in the wake of a critical report have responded robustly in the States.

A new inshore lifeboat is now operating in Guernsey. 

Guernsey's finished fourth at this year's Island Games in Gibraltar.

The Committee for Education, Sport, and Culture have released a draft policy letter relating to the future school plans.

Guernsey Airport felt the effects of a low level security incident on Tuesday evening, which saw six flights delayed and the departure lounge emptied and re-screened.

Registration is now open for the 2019 Skipton Swimarathon.

Plans have been announced for a new Premier Inn hotel at Admiral Park.

Les Misérables composer Claude-Michel Schönberg will host a masterclass for local students on 28th June during his visit to Guernsey.

The States’ strategy to counter the threat of Asian Hornets in the Bailiwick will be that of ‘containment’ according to a leading expert.

Deputy Peter Ferbrache has been explaining why there have been long queues for people going through security at Guernsey Airport.

The Sarah Groves murder trial recommenced yesterday.

The IoD’s June breakfast this week will feature Paul Whitfield, the Chief Executive of the States of Guernsey.