HSSD four need to make case

Guernsey’s Health minister yesterday released a statement on the current row triggered by a majority of his political board members which threatens to derail proposals for extra care housing designed to make Maison Maritaine and Longue Rue House fit for purpose.


Going above and beyond made choice of Patricia obvious

THE official reopening of Lloyds TSB’s Smith Street branch was carried out by the winner of its inaugural Guernsey Child Carer of the Year award.


‘I cannot explain how much I’ll miss him’

A HEARTBROKEN Alderney father has paid tribute to his 17-year-old son, whose body was found in a Cornwall harbour.


Guernsey experts stir up captive insurance interest among brokers

Two practitioners from Guernsey’s finance industry stirred up significant interest in the Island’s captive insurance sector when they presented at the British Insurance Brokers’ Association (BIBA) annual conference last week.


Panthers claim their ‘toughest title’ yet

PANTHERS have made it a hat-trick of Legis Division One titles after a comprehensive 92-40 victory over the Island Under-21s last night.


Olympic torch relay brings a warm glow

EXCITEMENT among islanders is growing following the announcement that the Olympic torch will be passing through Guernsey on the way to the London 2012 Games.


Treasury minister stands by extra-care housing

GUERNSEY’S Treasury minister will continue to support plans to redevelop Maison Maritaine and Longue Rue House despite the submission of a motion to delay debate because of concerns over funding.


Expert witnesses disagree over surgeon’s thyroidectomy skills

TWO expert witnesses disagreed yesterday whether local ear, nose and throat surgeon Richard Vowles breached his duty of care to patient Sharon Williams.


Blondel and Eggo set up rematch of last two finals

ONE of the island finalists of the last two years will exit this year’s championship tonight.


De la Mare adds to her CV

BETTER known for her exploits on a bowling green, Lianna de la Mare has now claimed a title on the Chouet sands.