11 « November « 2008 « « This Is Guernsey

Trip success shows ‘risk’ was right

POLITICIANS heading off on overseas assignments are always fair game when it comes to criticisms of taxpayer-funded ‘jollies’. The several missions to China fell into that category and the complaints are still coming in.

Runway upgrade soars to £85m.

UPGRADING the runway is now budgeted to cost £85m. – some £35m. more than 10 months ago.

Delegation found keen audiences in the Far East

GUERNSEY’S fiduciary offering has struck a chord with industry professionals in the Far East, according to a leading international private client lawyer.

Sarnians broaden horizons in UAE

THE Guernsey development squad are to compete in the junior version of the County Pro Arch Tournament in the UAE next month.

Pensioners hurt in crash at junction

TWO pensioners were injured in a car crash yesterday.

Owner left helpless as boat is driven onto Amarreurs rocks

ANGLER Tony White was yesterday forced to leave his battered boat at the mercy of the elements.

French deal turns tide in Alderney

PLANS to speed up Alderney’s tidal power project have been given the green light.

First-time buyers snap up former States properties

FORMER States houses put up for sale at the weekend are already all under offer.

Island fencers sink Navy

FENCING is becoming more and more popular in Guernsey and, judging by the excellent performances from the Sarnia Sword Club in the 37th annual team match against the Royal Navy, standards are improving.

Yobbos increase gap at the top

CENKOS YOBBOS stretched their lead at the top of the Investec Men’s Division One with a 4-2 win over second placed Coreix Unwantables at Foote’s Lane on Saturday.