Thursday, 8 October 2026
Ahead of GST coming in, the States has been urged to get its own house in order first. The Confederation of Guernsey Industry – which represents 60...
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Ahead of GST coming in, the States has been urged to get its own house in order first. The Confederation of Guernsey Industry – which represents 60 businesses and around 1,600 employees – said the "disappointing" decision last week opens up an opportunity for deputies to sort out some other serious matters before the goods
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Guernsey spent £10.1 million in the first year of its new multi-vendor IT model, with £38.5 million estimated over four years and £25 million already committed in contracts. The States spent £652,000 on external legal fees relating to the termination of its contract with Agilisys between August 2025 and July 2026.
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The Medical Specialist Group has appointed a new Lead Nurse. With more than 30 years of nursing experience, the MSG said Julie Jones brings a broad background spanning surgical nursing, cardiothoracic critical care, emergency nursing, clinical education, resuscitation training and community healthcare.
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Dig Deeper Storms, death, desertion and drunkenness: Guernsey’s forgotten connections with Cutty Sark Able Seaman H. Hall of Guernsey, aged 28, died in Shanghai of cholera, 7 September 1881. This is just one line now on a display board inside the most famous tea clipper of them all, Cutty Sark.
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Every year, readers of Condé Nast Traveller vote on destinations to be crowned "The best in the world."
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The Guernsey Retail Group is urging politicians to rethink the threshold for GST exemptions on online purchases.
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Students from across Cayman, Guernsey and Jersey are once again taking part in the Collas Crill Moot. Now in its 19th year in Guernsey, fifth year in Cayman and third year in Jersey, the Moot continues to give sixth form students a unique opportunity to experience the legal profession first hand through a realistic mock Source: Channel Eye - Full story: ' From classroom to courtroom: Collas Crill Moot returns for 202
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PwC Channel Islands has confirmed two leadership appointments. Leyla Yildirim has been appointed Global Clients Leader within the wider PwC network, effective 1 October 2026. Ali Cambray succeeds her as Chief Strategy Officer for the Channel Islands, a position Leyla has held since 2018.
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Mim's World says an attempt was made to force entry into their kiosk in the early hours of Tuesday.
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Aurigny's chief commercial officer says the airline can meet its commitment to break even.
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The compulsory purchase of Sark Electricity is taking longer than planned with a completion date now expected in the first half of next year. Chief Pleas had originally hoped to buy the power company this year. The process has moved on but the completion date has been pushed back too.
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Oct 9 - 24 - Featuring paintings and crafts from some of Guernsey’s most talented artists, showcasing the work of club members and an excellent opportunity for...
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Oct 9 - An evening of Easy Listening with a wonderfully varied programme, William Byrd to Sting, Ralph Vaughan Williams to Billy Joel! Something for everyone!
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Meet The Locals / Oct 10 - Get ready for an afternoon of great local beer and seriously good burgers!
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Meet The Locals / Oct 11 12:30 - 14:30 - Join La Barbarie for the launch of their new Carvery Club, with live jazz and soul from Colin Falla.
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International Flavours / Oct 13 17:30 - 22:00 - Enjoy an evening of sharing small plates, sipping wine and relaxing with friends.
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Meet The Locals / Oct 14 - This October, as part of The Big Eat, Balthazar is hosting two very special evenings celebrating the incredible produce from our local waters.
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Oct 15 18:00 - 23:00 - Cancer Research UK and Floral Design Guernsey present: Florist Extraordinaire Simon Lycett
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Meet The Locals / Oct 15 - Murder at the OGH. Come for the dinner. Stay for the deception.
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The Great Outdoors / Oct 16 - 17 - Experience the freedom of exploring the idyllic island of Herm, a true hidden gem of the Channel Islands.
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Oct 16 19:00 - 23:30 - The first Vale Earth Fair was held in 1976 as a charitable event and this has continued for 50 years supporting both international and local...
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Meet The Locals / Oct 17 - This October, The Duke invites you to Get Shucked, a long, leisurely afternoon of bottomless seafood, flowing Laurent-Perrier, live music and plenty...
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International Flavours / Oct 21 - Shake, stir and sip your way through an unforgettable cocktail experience!
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Guernsey's Police Chief says support has been drafted in from the forces in the south west of England, Jersey and the local Customs and Immigration Service.
Deputy John Gollop will ask the Environment Committee about the ability of Stagecoach to deliver reliable services.
Specialist family liaison officers have been working closely with Hannah Benfield's family following her death.
There will continue to be a significant emergency service presence in Alderney while a suspected murder investigation continues.
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