Politics is about more than ideas

HAVING taken advice from ‘the best brains in the business’, Treasury’s plans now lie in tatters.


Island Games – Day Two

Pictures from the second day of the 13th NatWest Island Games being held in Aland.


Mission goal spree

TONY VANCE wants a goal spree from his side today as Guernsey look to book their place in the semi-finals of the Island Games in Aland.


More powers for FSA a good thing: GFSC

A NEW Banking Act planned for the UK could offer benefits for the island, the Guernsey Financial Services Commission has said.


‘Anti-external borrowing backlash was irrational’

THE strong emotional reaction against external borrowing was irrational, according to Treasury minister Charles Parkinson.


Works experience proves invaluable for students

WORK experience is vital in preparing students for the world of work, according to Education minister Carol Steere.


Men’s joy – Watson despair

UNRESERVED joy for Guernsey on the hard courts of Aland.


States Works tractor damaged by vandals

VANDALS have damaged a States Works tractor, leaving the department to foot the £2,000 bill for repairs.


‘Stay hydrated’ is message ahead of summer heatwave

THE Health and Social Services Department has issued a warning to islanders to keep hydrated during the imminent hot weather.


Le Tissier on Countdown as clock ticks for solution to Southampton conundrum

FOOTBALL legend Matt Le Tissier made a guest appearance on the Channel Four show Countdown yesterday.