Guernsey News

Guernsey Water has confirmed that its current sewer lining works in Le Grand Bouet have been delayed meaning an extra week of closure is necessary to complete the work.

Since 1999 there has been a 90% loss of Semi-improved Grasslands and the complete loss of Unimproved Grasslands but woodland has more than doubled.

In its freshly published annual report the breadth of Bailiwick Law Enforcement's work across the year is outlined.

Animal welfare standards in the island are set to improve after a new campaign has been launched.

Businesses are asked to take part in a dress-down day to help promote road safety during the darker months.

2019's Local Market sales activity is on course to top last year, according to recent statistics.

West End performers will take to the Guernsey stage in a unique concert production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Phantom of the Opera.

Winter is approaching and so is the flu season - all eligible people in Guernsey and Alderney are being urged to get their flu jab.

Chloe Sarre’s design for the Guernsey 2021 NatWest International Island Games medals has won the public vote..

The new inter-island cable link is progressing as planned.

Guernsey Harbours’ new workboat has been formally commissioned into service following her arrival from the UK.

There are no plans to introduce breath-testing for boat-owners in the Bailiwick despite there being a call to change the laws in the UK.

P&R publishes the 2020 budget advising that a major review is needed to decide how to meet the rising cost of public services.

The Skipton Swimarathon came to a close on Sunday raising a record breaking £56,427 for local charities – the highest sum yet.

Gary Hooks and Leon Howard together with their support vehicle driven by Damian Bent, are back in Guernsey after cycling to Istanbul.

Repair work begins at the slipway on the coast road between Rue de Douit du Moulin and Rue des Salines in St Peters

Guernsey and Jersey have attended the annual political summit with Normandy and the department of La Manche

A barn owl is in serious condition at Guernsey's animal shelter after being struck by an aircraft.

Qualified divers will take part in an underwater beach clean and training sessions to raise awareness of rubbish in our sea.

Low ticket sales have led to high profile cancellations at St James.

The 19-week long project at Footes Lane is now complete in time for high profile sports fixtures this weekend.

Dog walkers will have a greater choice of beaches on which to walk from this week.

Sark's Electricity Price Control Commissioner has criticised the latest electricity price rise.

Changes to speed limits, traffic flow and parking arrangements are introduced from 1 October.

Guernsey Post has unveiled a gold post-box at its headquarters to celebrate its 50th Anniversary of Postal Independence.

Butterfield Bank has bought electric bikes to enable employees to travel between the firms two sites.

The Skipton Swimarathon is taking place this week, and the organising team are urging people who wish to take part to sign up now.

Guernsey's new electricity cable is on its way to the Channel Islands.

A person has been charged after riding into Vistas Beach cafe on his motorbike.

Up to 700 Guernsey students marched from the Grammar School to The Royal Court as part of global climate-change protests.

Jersey is staging its third Super League triathlon this weekend, with Jersey and Guernsey athletes amongst the field.

To reduce its impact on the environment, Butterfield Bank Guernsey has introduced an electric bike initiative as an alternative and eco-friendly form of transportation for employees.

St John wants to hear from people who’ve been helped by the crew of the Flying Christine III.

There could be more electric vehicle charging points installed around the island.

As part of global protests this week a climate-change strike outside Sir Charles Frossard House and a student march to The Royal Court are planned.

It's thought that Guernsey stands to benefit, and possibly already has done, from the political uncertainty and chaos being experienced both in the UK and further afield.

The annual audit of mobile phone mast emissions has been carried out across the Channel Islands. 

Due to the high winds that are not due to drop until the middle of next week, the Eat Drink and Be Local Food Festival on the Crown Pier this weekend has been cancelled.

There's to be a service of commemoration for the birth of Major General Sir Isaac Brock at the Town Church on Sunday the 6th of October. 

John Lewis has started charging £115 for deliveries of large items to the Channel Islands.

Guernsey school students are to participate in a global climate-change strike on Friday, yet senior staff at schools are concerned.

Islanders will be donning their running shoes everyday in October for 30 Runs In 30 Days.

Blue Islands are also waiving change fees and fare differences to assist islanders and travelers affected by the collapse of Thomas Cook.

Sherry Bray and Christopher Ashford were jailed today for a combined 19 months for their actions.

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.

A 'technical issue' on board the Condor Liberation has left passengers stuck on board for several hours.

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.

Police in Guernsey are investigating after a 53-year-old man's body was found over the weekend.

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.

A man has been questioned by detectives investigating the death of footballer Emiliano Sala.

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.

Specsavers' final competition of their eighth Youth Games is set to take place on Saturday 15th June at Cambridge Park.

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.