Figures don’t tell the whole story, say estate agents

OFFICIAL figures that show property prices having fallen by 11% could be misleading, according to some estate agents.


Island weeks ahead on tax freedom day

TODAY is Tax Freedom Day in the UK, as well as a reminder that islanders do not have to hand over nearly as much of their money to the government here.


More ‘legal’ high users seek help since ban

THE number of legal high users coming forward for help has increased since the announcement of a ban on commercial importation.


Shopkeeper launches petition against a tobacco display ban

A SHOPKEEPER wants islanders to sign a petition to prevent a ban on tobacco displays that, he said, endangers small businesses.


Tics tap into UK university market

DIVISION One new club Athletics have announced a new working relationship with the England Universities football squad.


Guernsey must market itself – GuernseyFinance

CONTINUING to market the island overseas during the current economic downturn is vital, according to GuernseyFinance chief executive Peter Niven.


Treasury chief sees UK rich fleeing high taxes

GUERNSEY will see a steady stream of wealthy individuals move to the island during the coming years in an effort to escape higher UK taxes, according to Treasury minister Charles Parkinson.


Mum amazed at readers’ response

A MOTHER who fought to erect a memorial bench for her son has been overwhelmed by the response from the public.


Save the Ritz petitioners take it to States

MORE than 400 people have signed the petition to save the Ritz.


Jory claims Leale Trophy by smallest of margins

WITH the top eight shooters qualifying to shoot in the Channel Islands Championships, the Leale Trophy is always keenly contested, but this year the first eight were separated by just two points with no less than four marksmen on 104 ex 105.