THE UK’S response to a high-level report on its link with Guernsey demonstrates significant steps towards a more mature relationship, according to the report’s author.
Crown Dependencies news
UK adjusts position but is still boss
THE UK Government’s response to a report critical of its handling of the Crown Dependencies gives cause both for celebration and caution.
When ‘free’ does not mean ‘open’
WHEN the House of Commons Justice Committee was reaching its very welcome ‘hands off except in exceptional circumstances’ verdict about those who would interfere in these islands, it did so for some very clear reasons.
Don’t rush zero-10 replacement
AT A recent States meeting, the chief minister made clear that an unhurried period of analysis of other European tax regimes would take place before Guernsey decided how to replace zero-10.
Police report lets slip discord with Ministry
A POLICY COUNCIL submission to a Common’s inquiry reveals how unhappy Guernsey’s government is with the Ministry of Justice.
Justice note timing is not the best
ONE of the positive aspects of the work undertaken by the Justice Committee in its review of the relationship between the UK and the Crown Dependencies is the seriousness with which the committee regards proper consultation with the islands. Evidence provided to the panel indicates quite clearly that in many instances it has been lamentably [...]
Hands off, UK is told
THE UK Government has been told by a high-level report released today to keep its hands off Guernsey.
‘Hands off’ report is good news
PUBLICATION of the House of Commons Justice Committee report into the Crown Dependencies is a real fillip for those concerned about the ability of the UK to meddle in insular affairs.
Legislation hold-ups ‘never deliberate’
THE UK Government yesterday denied it had ever deliberately delayed processing legislation from Guernsey or the other Crown Dependencies.
‘Signing UK framework will be a backward step’
GUERNSEY will weaken its position with the UK when its signs off a new framework agreement, it has been confirmed.
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