Self interest is no way to make policy

OVER the last few days, this newspaper has used what it termed the Incredulity Index to highlight some of the more extreme aspects of government policy making, the £26 car tax in lieu of a proper funding approach to paid parking being merely the latest example.


Influential figures hear chief minister’s after-dinner speech

A DINNER with influential figures from the City of London was an opportunity to reinforce the strength of Guernsey’s financial services sector, according to Chief Minister Lyndon Trott.


‘Flat’ Garland blows chance

DALE GARLAND made the 400m final at the European trials in Sheffield, but after finishing last his place in the Great Britain relay squad looks all but gone.


Cabbies make a million

THESE are the happiest people in Guernsey today after winning £1m. in the Les Bourgs Hospice lottery.


Advantage Belgraves

Vale Rec 1, Bels 2


‘Marinas need the mooring fees rise’

INCREASES in mooring fees will raise about £250,000 in additional income per year which will be used to improve the marinas, Public Services has said.


Appeal set up for terminally ill Georgina

ISLANDERS are being asked to help raise money for a terminally ill Guernsey youngster with a rare genetic disease.


Bank of Ireland to close local branch

MORE local workers could lose their jobs after an announcement that the Bank of Ireland is closing its Guernsey branch.


Valentine wedding is ‘just a happy coincidence’

LOVE was in the air at Vale Church on Saturday afternoon.


Grounded duo selected for Hampshire after all

THE two young junior rugby stars who missed trials with Hampshire due to the airport firefighters’ row have been given another chance by the county.

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