Guernsey has potential, says cleantech expert

GUERNSEY’S clean energy and technology resources have great potential, according to a cleantech expert who visited the island.


Health escapes cuts in spending

HEALTH and Social Services will be the only department to receive an above-inflation budget increase next year, under plans unveiled by Treasury today.


Budget will hinge on the years ahead

IT IS a sign of the current economic times that a Budget that freezes personal income tax allowances, hits drinks and smokes, puts nearly 11% on fuel duty and 20% on property rates can be regarded as ‘good’.


We could have done things in different way, OUR admits

OFFICE of Utility Regulation director-general John Curran admitted yesterday that regulatory processes in Guernsey could have been done differently.


Riders tackle Portelet terrain

THE GMC&CC hosted the second round of the 2010-11 Guernsey trials championship around the Portelet area.


Let’s kick on from Malaya Cup victory says de Garis

A LUXURY of options may be the best way to describe Martyn de Garis’ selection for tomorrow’s Ambassadeur Bowl clash at Springfield.


Island falls silent to remember the fallen

THOUSANDS of islanders paused for two minutes yesterday to remember and pay tribute to those who have died in war.


E-safety group warns of dangers of mobile phones

CHILDREN as young as five are at risk of exposure to indecent images on mobile phones, according to Tracey Moore, chairwoman of the island’s e-safety committee.


Colombians take charge

COLOMBIANS have taken a major step towards retaining their league crown with a 4-1 victory over nearest rivals Independents.


Butcher gets his Sunday licence

BRIDGE butcher Charlie Le Poidevin has at last been given a licence to trade on a Sunday – just a day after his plight was highlighted by a Guernsey Press story.