Guernsey News

Funding from Guernsey's health committee will see the supported, self help initiative continue for a second year.

A grey squirrel is on the loose in Guernsey, believed to have been brought into the island accidentally via a vehicle.

Guernsey's Planning Authority now has the power to issues notices to owners of buildings or land deemed to be a blot on the landscape.

Bergerac gets its Jersey premiere today ahead of hitting TV screens on Thursday (27 February).

Deputies approve measures to support the industry against agri-inflation, declining consumption and uncertainty over the future of the States Dairy.

The Assembly approves a plan to create the right economics needed to look after Guernsey's ageing population.

500 islanders who remained in Guernsey or were evacuated during the Second World War will receive a gift hamper this Liberation Day.

States approve a framework that will allow Guernsey to use 5G, bringing faster download speeds to devices.

It's time to say 'baa'-bye to Belle, Gypsy, Lily and Elvis as they leave Jersey Zoo to join a UK breeding programme.

An AirTurb Model One, a compact vertical wind turbine, has been demoed in St Peter Port.

Environment committee president somewhat tight-lipped on the ongoing issue at La Vallette but says public help in keeping the board may be welcome.

Bookings are due open for sailings between Jersey and Guernsey on Brittany Ferries from April.

Guernsey Water, Guernsey Ports and States Works could be allowed to operate more like stand alone companies, rather then States entities.

Experts will survey deep underground to see if three unexploded RAF bombs lie close to housing in Le Foulon.

Guernsey's politicians will be asked to vote on removing funding to the three independent colleges over a period of five years.

From 'Sigma skibbidy rizz' to 'slaying the boots house down' a new slang guidebook has been launched for older generations to finally 'lock in'.

Practice emphasises that it has a chaperone service for patients undergoing intimate examinations. It follows a Medical Practitioners Tribunal Service involving a former MSG gynaecologist.

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ITV primetime TV ad launches marketing campaign to boost awareness of Guernsey as a destination and the sea links provided by Brittany Ferries.

Blanchelande, Elizabeth and The Ladies’ College have reacted to plans to gradually phase out their States' funding.

Pairs of breeding gannets have begun landing on Les Etacs and Ortac rocks off Alderney's south west cliffs.

Guernsey Post has brokered a deal to ensure the island's two major gift card companies, and other exporters, keep their access to an aircraft for outgoing mail - but our inbound post and parcels will come by boat.

New artwork in the Princess Elizabeth Hospital's Emergency Department aims to distract and comfort children receiving care.

Education argues funding the colleges widens inequality in secondary education and is an unfair allocation of government money.

Three former Island Energy employees have been charged over the deaths of 10 islanders in an explosion in 2022.

From 1 March, Blue Islands will allow cats and dogs to fly between Jersey, Guernsey, Southampton and Exeter.

Islands Unlimited has released its intended summer timetable, showing a commitment to daily passenger ferry services between Guernsey and Jersey.

Jessie de Garis founded Floraville School for Handicapped Children in 1948.

2024 is being hailed as 'a positive step in the right direction' for tourism in Guernsey but there is evidence of decline in the cruise ship sector.

As At Home in Guernsey celebrates its first anniversary, it says reports of rough sleeping are rising.

Guernsey bellringers who hailed the new reign of King Charles III have been presented with Coronation medals in a ceremony at Government House.

The diving board at La Vallette Bathing Pools will be around for at least another month while a group considers 'potential solutions' to prevent its removal.

Condor Ferries' Liberation fast ferry is up for sale.

Guernsey Police say a petrol bomb was thrown onto a private driveway in St Martin.

A local artist's work is being showcased on the Clarence Battery Steps.

Mark Helyar describes a plan to remove the only diving board at La Vallette as 'sinister' given there was no consultation.

Guernsey is one of the world's most secure jurisdictions for financial services, according to a Council of Europe MONEYVAL evaluation.

More than a hundred islanders gather at La Vallette Bathing Pools to protest the removal of the 'beloved and iconic' diving board.

The flat near Southampton Hospital where a Guernsey family stayed while their daughter was receiving treatment has been refurbished in tribute to her.

Guernsey's Sea Donkey, Adrian Sarchet, has taken to social media after hearing about States plans to remove the diving board at La Vallette Bathing Pools.

Marguerite Talmage has been presented with the British Empire Medal for services to the community in Guernsey.

The force's operations and priorities will be influenced by the results of a new community survey.

Guernsey FC's inaugural fixture on the new pitch at Victoria Park has been scheduled for 29 March 2025.

More than 700 supporters turned up to the Green Lionness's first home game.

The Youth Commission is decking out a bus with games and technology to educate and entertain Guernsey children.

Guernsey's Royal Court has recorded its highest-ever personal injury damages award in the case of JG v AC.

Official figures released today (6 February) shows the station has the biggest share of the radio-listening audience than any other - BBC or commercial - in the British Isles.

Guernsey artists are being given a unique opportunity to show-off their talent at London City Airport.

Guernsey FC's womens team welcome Sutton United Women FC to Footes Lane.

Year 5 and 6 students from Melrose joined the world's largest children’s choir at the O2 Arena.

The latest radio listening figures show Guernsey’s Island FM grow average listening hours by a huge 46% compared to last quarter.

Island Games volunteers will hand out leaflets to residents who live on the cycling and triathlon routes to help them plan ahead to July.

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.