Guernsey News

Rare birds are suspected to have been slain by a pigeon carcass loaded with toxic chemicals

We're being asked not to approach Andrew or Pebbles, the seal pups who were released back into the wild after being rescued and cared for by the GSPCA.

Police are investigating a serious assault which took place in Sark on Friday night. 

The Guernsey Drug Strategy Campaign has arranged for a peaceful demonstration outside the Royal Court on Wednesday.

Blue Islands has partnered wtih Scottish airline Loganair providing new air links with Aberdeen, Inverness and the Isle of Man.

Essential on-island business meetings could take place soon to help Guernsey’s economy subject to strict Public Health guidance.

Following Guernsey Electricity’s suspension of a tariff rise earlier this year due to COVID-19 the GCRA has given approval for the increase of 4.8%.

Bailiwick Law Enforcement has confirmed that doing more to help victims of domestic abuse is high on its list of priorities. 

Boatowners reminded to dispose of flares correctly following incidents involving Fire & Rescue.

The States of Guernsey releases the Bailiwick's latest unemployment figures

Blue Islands has launched new routes, a new website and new brand identity as it re-emerges from the pandemic.

Management at the Peninsula Hotel have confirmed that the hotel will close for the rest of the summer season from 2nd August.

The financial support for businesses provided through the payroll co-funding scheme is being extended to the taxi sector until the end of September.

The Sure Community Foundation has donated £22,000 to local causes within Guernsey since the start of the coronavirus pandemic.

This year's Liberation-themed Write Stuff book awards have been hosted

The partnership agreement between Blue Islands and the Ports of Jersey has been welcomed as 'positive' for the Channel Islands.

NatWest International Island Games Organising Committee from Guernsey 2021 gives an online presentation to member islands.

The Priaulx Premature Baby Foundation has launched a new website.

Blue Islands has received a £10m. loan from Jersey's government.

Two extra training and development days added to the start of autumn term for States schools

Five year review sees biodiversity strategy redesigned to drive long-term management of nature in Guernsey

The introduction of a Grant scheme is moved to October to allow tourism businesses more time to prepare for new support mechanism.

Guernsey Bikers Group to show their respect to front line and essential staff in fighting Covid-19 with a bike ride.

Overseas Aid & Development agrees to support Guernsey based charity School Farms Africa for £36,000 to provide food, cooking oil, and medical supplies, to a slum outside Nairobi in Kenya.

Parents are reminded they can sign up for 15 hours a week of free pre-school education for their children.

The cost of a  trip to the doctor, dentist or nurse for a child could be significantly reduced if the States back proposals to invest nearly £2m. in children's services.

Committee intends to end years of debate about the future structure and model of secondary education.

Guernsey recorded one of the highest household recycling rates in the world in 2019,

Condor's future sailings to France have been put in doubt following the collapse of St Malo's freight and baggage handling company.

Joint emergency services launch a new road safety campaign in the islands.

Alderney's Little Ferry Company vessel Spike Islander will spend a week out of action after trouble with one of its engines was discovered. 

Passenger travel for islanders in Jersey will resume a week today.

States Accounts for 2019 show a strong position being achieved after years of financial discipline across government.

Governments of both islands have agreed to allow travel between the jurisdictions without the need for self-isolating on arrival

Thanks to the enthusiasm and hard work of pupils and staff the Alderney school receives environmental recognition.

Condor Ferries will run two sailings between Poole and Guernsey early next month as part of the controlled trial of incoming and outgoing passenger travel.

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.

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.