05 « March « 2009 « « This Is Guernsey

Threats and abuse must be shunned

THE easy accessibility of local politicians to the ordinary islander has always been something to be cherished in our island democracy.

Island set to host first-class cricket

SUSSEX look set to play a first-class match in the island by 2012.

Bank staff wait for job cut details

STAFF in Guernsey face an anxious wait after RBSI announced plans to cut 90 jobs across its offshore businesses.

Efficiency pays off at Guernsey Post

GUERNSEY POST has reported savings of almost £1m. following reorganisation and a 10% cut in the workforce.

Hut’s trading goes against local policy

UK-BASED internet company the Hut Group is selling CDs and DVDs from Guernsey in defiance of Commerce and Employment policy.

Flying Christine is out of use again

MARINE engineers have removed an engine from the marine ambulance Flying Christine III.

Gay consent issue ‘crucial’ to the Home Department

LOWERING the age of gay consent to bring it in line with that for heterosexuals is a matter of crucial importance, according to the Home Department.

No Fete this year as Good Food looks for better value

La Fete d’la Mair is this year being replaced by a new food event after organisers decided the two-week seafood festival did not provide value for money. Culture and Leisure marketing director Peter Falla, left, and Good Food Guernsey chairman Andy Coleman say La Fete d’la Mair might return next year. (Picture by Steve Sarre, [...]

Simpson making strides

CHRIS SIMPSON has reached his first PSA Tour five-star tournament quarter-final.

Tightly-knit Yobbos enjoy first crown in nine years

LEAGUE champions Cenkos Yobbos this weekend suffered their second defeat of the season at the hands of Coreix Unwantables.