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Guernsey patients offered off-island cataract surgery
Guernsey patients with cataracts are being offered treatment in the UK, to cut long local waiting lists.
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Snow flurries forecast for Channel Islands
A period of rain and sleet is forecasted to turn to snow for a time tomorrow morning (21 November).
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'Sought-after artworks' previously owned by Island FM's late chairman go to auction
Signed paintings by Edward Seago, from the late John Burley's home, are on sale in Guernsey.
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Free books for under 4s in Guernsey
A scheme to improve Guernsey children's literacy in relaunching in 2025.
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Brittany Ferries to announce 2025 schedule 'shortly'
Guernsey and Brittany Ferries are finalising contract agreements, with a schedule expected 'shortly'.
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Brittany Ferries boss refutes 'damaging comments'
The Chairman of Brittany Ferries has written to Jersey's Chief Minister to refute 'damaging comments' made about the company in the island's States Assembly.
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Guernsey Police rebut claim of an investigation into a paedophile ring
Guernsey Police says claims it is investigating a group of islanders for child sexual offences are 'unfounded'.
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Guernsey taxi drivers and hairdressers invited to mental health training
A new initiative in Guernsey aims to equip islanders in traditionally 'chatty' jobs with the skills to support someone struggling with their mental health.
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The 'Guernsey Guide to Reporting Spiking' published to support victims
Nighttime economy safety charity, SafetyNet, has worked with Guernsey Police to produce a support guide for victims of spiking.
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Guernsey chip shop boarded up after windows smashed
Guernsey Police are investigating after 'significant damage' was caused to the windows of the Northside Chippy on the Bridge.
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Parents of teenage girl who died from food allergies to address first CI conference
The parents of a girl who died on a plane after eating a sandwich from Pret a Manger are in Jersey to raise awareness about food allergies in the Channel Islands.
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New safety campaign remembers those affected by road death and injury
There's a new safety campaign in Guernsey, remembering those who lost their lives on the island's roads.
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Guernsey footballers won't go to Orkney Island Games
Guernsey won't be sending its footballers to next year's Island Games in Orkney.
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"You can get to New York for that" - Alderney politician reacts to shock air fare hikes
Alderney States is "disappointed" Guernsey's States have hiked air-fares without consultation.
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Dazzling diamonds valued at £200k for sale at Guernsey auction house
Two diamond rings boasting rare stones are up for sale at a Guernsey auction house, and could fetch a combined £200,000.
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Alderney air fares to rise as subsidies cut
Air fares to and from Alderney will rise as Guernsey cuts its taxpayer subsidies.
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Bestselling author Dawn O'Porter sets latest book in Guernsey
Dawn O'Porter is in Guernsey, debuting her new book, which is set in the Bailiwick.
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Aurigny announces additional Summer 2025 routes
Guernsey’s airline has confirmed more direct flights for March to October next year.
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Statements reveal division on Channel Islands ferry decisions
Guernsey says it will be Brittany Ferries it signs a contract with, after Jersey's minister said only Condor Ferries was on the table.
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Sharp rise in autumn callouts for Channel Islands Air Search
The Channel Islands Air Search team responded to 12 calls in September and October.
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Guernsey 'gives the gift of sight' to more than ten thousand worldwide
The Guernsey Lions Club says islanders have been incredibly generous, as it collected more than 10,500 glasses for its annual Spektrek initiative.
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Resignation calls mount as Jersey ferry uncertainty continues
Calls for resignations are growing, as uncertainty prevails over Jersey's future ferry services, with still no decision on an operator beyond the end of March 2025.
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Jersey could be without ferry operator from March 2025 after Condor rejects offer
Once again, Jersey's Economic Development Minister has promised to announce the island's ferry operator 'within the next month' after Condor rejects the government's seven-month extension.
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Search on again for new dairy farmers in Sark
A fresh search has begun to find farmers to take over Sark's only dairy.
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Jersey and Guernsey go head-to-head in virtual boccia tournament
A new inter-islands sporting rivalry is on the horizon, with teams going head-to-head in the Channel Islands' first virtual boccia tournament.
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Politicians consider the fallout from Guernsey's GST budget decision
Spending on hospitals, schools and airports could be cut, after Guernsey's States agreed to a partially unfunded 2025 Budget.
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Guernsey's poppy bus designed by local thirteen year old artist
Residents may have spotted a poppy bus in the island today, that was designed for the 106th Armistice Anniversary.
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Guernsey architect believes high rise could solve the housing problem
A Guernsey architect has used social media to float his ideas of how Guernsey can accommodate more homes without littering the island with properties.
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Channel Islands mark Remembrance Sunday
People across the Channel Islands will honour armed forces members who have died for our freedom during times of conflict.
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Guernsey States approve GST planning, and ditch rise in income tax
After four days of debate, Guernsey deputies have finalised the 2025 budget.
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More investment needed in Guernsey's maternity services
The Royal College of Midwives says healthcare for Guernsey mothers is becoming more complicated, as women are choosing to start a family later in life.
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3G pitch laid at Guernsey's new home of football
Work is progressing well towards a projected March 2025 opening at the ground in St Sampsons, with the pitch laid, stand assembly well under way and the changing blocks wind and water tight.
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Condor 'surprised and disappointed' at Jersey contract extension request
Condor Ferries has expressed its shock at Jersey government's request to extend its current contract by seven months.
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Channel Islands won't lose Greggs and TGI Fridays as Iceland moves to Alliance
Alliance has struck a deal with Iceland to stock its frozen goods in the Channel Islands, keeping them available to shoppers here when the existing stores close.
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Jersey asks Condor to keep operating for an extra seven months
Condor Ferries has been ask to continue operating ferries to and from Jersey until at least the end of next summer.
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Guernsey house prices and rents rise
Latest figures from the States show the price of a local property and the average rent both rose between June and September 2024.
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Guernsey's ferry deal means 'extensive complications' for Jersey, says Minister
A ferry contract for Jersey may now be further away, as an announcement from Guernsey yesterday (5 November) complicates matters further.
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Brittany Ferries could publish Guernsey schedule in mid-November
Guernsey's Economic Development Committee says it is finalising a contract with Brittany Ferries 'regardless of the decision that the Government of Jersey reaches'.
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Attempt to bring in temporary income tax hike then GST to Guernsey
Policy and Resources and deputy Peter Roffey agree a compromise to plug a financial deficit that's worsened by £100M over a year, according to the committee.
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Sure completes takeover of Airtel Vodafone
Sure has completed its takeover of Airtel Vodafone.
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Review says Guernsey's airline must take 'extraordinary measures' to recruit and retain pilots
£65,000 report concludes the disruption caused over many months this year was largely out of the management's control and is optimistic Aurigny's new schedule can be flown more smoothly.
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Jersey and Guernsey are paying €700,000 a month for back-up Dunkirk ferries
It's been confirmed that Jersey and Guernsey's governments are paying a combined €700,000 a month for two ferries to sit in Dunkirk on standby.
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Cars become smoke-free zones when carrying children in Guernsey
New legislation, led by the Committee for Health & Social Care come into effect today, 1 November 2024, making smoking in a car transporting anyone under 18 an offence.
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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 grow average listening hours by a huge 46% compared to last quarter.
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Island Games Road Closures Publicised
Island Games volunteers will hand out leaflets to residents who live on the cycling and triathlon routes to help them plan ahead to July.
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P&R To Ask Approval for £500M Loan
Policy & Resources seeks support for plan to fund the financial response to the coronavirus economic impact.
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Deputy Graham issues response to letter from concerned parents
Deputy Richard Graham has responded to an open letter written by two parents concerned with the future of Guernsey's education system.
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Advice To Boatowners To Be Prepared
The Guernsey Coastguard has issued advice to all boatowners after two incidents yesterday.
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Three Amendments To Transforming Education
The Policy and Resources Committee has released three amendments to the 'Transforming Education' letter from ESC.
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Le Grand Bouet closing for 5 weeks
Le Grand Bouet is due to shut for 5 weeks from September 3rd.
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Child sex crimes rise in Guernsey
An investigation by the NSPCC has found the number of sex crimes against children in Guernsey has risen in the last year.
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New school, new name, new uniform
Education, Sport, and Culture have announced the name of the new school, its colleges, and its uniform.
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Former Home Affairs deputies open fire on controversial report
Two deputies who stood down from the Home Affairs committee in the wake of a critical report have responded robustly in the States.
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New Inshore Lifeboat For Guernsey
A new inshore lifeboat is now operating in Guernsey.
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Top Four Finish For Guernsey At Island Games
Guernsey's finished fourth at this year's Island Games in Gibraltar.
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ESC publish draft policy letter on future of education
The Committee for Education, Sport, and Culture have released a draft policy letter relating to the future school plans.
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Security incident at Guernsey Airport delays flights
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.
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Registration opens for 2019 Skipton Swimarathon
Registration is now open for the 2019 Skipton Swimarathon.
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Premier Inn coming to Guernsey
Plans have been announced for a new Premier Inn hotel at Admiral Park.
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Les Mis composer to give masterclass
Les Misérables composer Claude-Michel Schönberg will host a masterclass for local students on 28th June during his visit to Guernsey.
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Asian Hornets ‘Here To Stay’
The States’ strategy to counter the threat of Asian Hornets in the Bailiwick will be that of ‘containment’ according to a leading expert.
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Airport security delays 'completely unacceptable' says Deputy Peter Ferbrache
Deputy Peter Ferbrache has been explaining why there have been long queues for people going through security at Guernsey Airport.
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Update In Trial Of Man Accused Of Murdering Sarah Groves
The Sarah Groves murder trial recommenced yesterday.
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IOD June Breakfast Features Guernsey Chief Exec
The IoD’s June breakfast this week will feature Paul Whitfield, the Chief Executive of the States of Guernsey.