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September 30, 2026

Bailiwick Commission calls for reforms to 'outdated' governance arrangements with Alderney and Sark

Good Morning Guernsey — 2026-09-30

Independent Bailiwick Commission has published interim report calling for major reforms to governance arrangements between Guernsey, Alderney and Sark...
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Bailiwick Commission calls for reforms to 'outdated' governance arrangements with Alderney and Sark

Bailiwick Commission calls for reforms to 'outdated' governance arrangements with Alderney and Sark

• Independent Bailiwick Commission has published interim report calling for major reforms to governance arrangements between Guernsey, Alderney and Sark Commission identifies 1948 Agreement as outdated and no longer fit for purpose, with lack of financial transparency and no formal dispute resolution process Public survey shows strong support for change in decision-making balance and calls for greater financial transpa

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Almanac · Daily readings

Today in Guernsey

Rain clearing by dawn, then a little cloudy at first, but otherwise sunny.

Local
18°C
Partly cloudy · High 21° · Low 16°
Wind
15mph
Fresh
Next High Tide
09:28
9.2m
Sources
35
checked for today
Local news · 11 stories

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Hospital modernisation phase two halted as costs soar to £273 million - £5.5m already spent developing plan
The Quarry - Independent news from Guernsey · Local news · yesterday

Hospital modernisation phase two halted as costs soar to £273 million - £5.5m already spent developing plan

• Phase 2A of hospital modernisation scrapped after costs soar to £273 million, more than double the £120 million approved by the States in 2023 Phase 1 Critical Care and Post Anaesthetic Care Units built but not in use due to fire safety issues, with total costs now forecast at £39.3 million Late and incomplete Electronic Patient Record programme transitioning to closure with approximately £22 million of £23.711 milli

"Even if the tech worked, the tax system would still be in a mess," says Chamber as it calls for switch to UK-style self assessment
Bailiwick Express - Guernsey News · Local news · yesterday

"Even if the tech worked, the tax system would still be in a mess," says Chamber as it calls for switch to UK-style self assessment

• Pictured: Di de Garis is the Director of accountancy firm DNA as well as the Chamber of Commerce's Treasurer.
• Guernsey's multi-million-pound tax nightmare was doomed from the start by "fundamentally flawed" government decisions, a former Chamber of Commerce President has warned.

Suspected murder victim named
Bailiwick Express - Guernsey News · Local news · yesterday

Suspected murder victim named

• A woman who was found dead in Alderney on Monday morning after a suspected murder has been named by Guernsey Police.
• She was Hannah Benfield (34) nee Cox.
• A police spokesperson said: "The family has also asked that people respect their privacy as they take time to come to terms with what has happened.

LISTEN: Jersey dominate Inter-Insular
Bailiwick Express Guernsey · Local news · yesterday

LISTEN: Jersey dominate Inter-Insular

• It was a weekend full of wins, big scores and plenty to talk about.
• Archie Corbett and Elliot Corbel are back for Episode 4 of this season’s 'The Cool Down', rounding up all the latest from Jersey sport.

Police name woman found dead in Alderney
Island FM Guernsey News · Local news · yesterday

Police name woman found dead in Alderney

• Specialist family liaison officers have been working closely with Hannah Benfield's family following her death.

Guernsey restaurant stars in Apple TV show
Island FM Guernsey News · Local news · yesterday

Guernsey restaurant stars in Apple TV show

• An Apple TV show is giving viewers a look at the inner workings and inspirations of a Michelin-starred restaurant in Guernsey.

Dead woman named in murder investigation
BBC News - Guernsey · Local news · yesterday

Dead woman named in murder investigation

• Hannah Benfield, 34, was found dead at the bottom of cliffs in Alderney on Sunday evening.

Ferry schedule opens up new trade link to France
BBC News - Guernsey · Local news · yesterday

Ferry schedule opens up new trade link to France

• Passengers have had a long wait for the ferry schedule as Brittany Ferries looks to make savings.

Collas Crill welcomes four new trainees across the Channel Islands
Channel Eye - Channel Islands business news · Local news · yesterday

Collas Crill welcomes four new trainees across the Channel Islands

• Collas Crill has welcomed four new trainee solicitors to the firm as part of its trainee programme in the Channel Islands.
• Joining the firm this year are Sophie Duquemin and Izabella Dupre (pictured, left to right) in Guernsey, alongside Erin Boyle and Luke Proudfoot in Jersey.

Guernsey consultants take on Royal College roles in medical education
Channel Eye - Channel Islands business news · Local news · yesterday

Guernsey consultants take on Royal College roles in medical education

• Two Medical Specialist Group consultants have received Royal College appointments that will place them at the heart of medical education and professional assessment in the UK.

NAPIER LIMITED (IN LIQUIDATION)
La Gazette Officielle · Legal · 5 days ago

NAPIER LIMITED (IN LIQUIDATION)

• NAPIER LIMITED (Company No.: 65040) (in Guernsey Member’s Voluntary Liquidation) (the “Company”) NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Company adopted the following special and.

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Today in Guernsey

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Official notice: Thousands of Bailiwick records added to the Findmypast database. Source: States of Guernsey media releases. Open the linked item for the full Guernsey context and latest details. Open source ->Official notice: Jersey and Guernsey Economic Development counterparts meet to discuss inter-island connectivity. Source: States of Guernsey media releases. Open the linked item for the full Guernsey context and latest details. Open source ->Official notice: DPA publishes Island Development Plan focused review policy letter. Source: States of Guernsey media releases. Open the linked item for the full Guernsey context and latest details. Open source ->Official notice: Guernsey Museum announces full History Fest programme, plus last chance to see 'Here for Life'. Source: States of Guernsey media releases. Open the linked item for the full Guernsey context and latest details. Open source ->Official notice: NOTIFICATION OF ADDITION TO THE PROTECTED BUILDINGS LIST. THE LAND PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT (GUERNSEY) LAW, 2005 Land Planning and Development (Special Controls) Ordinance, 2007 ------------------ NOTIFICATION OF ADDITION TO... Open source ->
Tide Table · Today

Tides · St Peter Port

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03:30
▼ Low
1.4m
09:28
▲ High
9.2m
15:47
▼ Low
1.6m
21:47
▲ High
9.1m
What's On · 39 items

What's on: next 14 days

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3 OctBlack Girl Book Fair! Spooky Edition3 OctEthically Shady: Navigating the Gray Areas of Interpreting7 Oct at 19:00 · St James Concert and Assembly Hall, GuernseyFanny Davies International Piano Series: Harry the Piano7 Oct · Frossard Theatre at Guernsey Museum, St Peter PortTHE WILLIAM MORRIS COLLECTIVE: An Evening with Suzanne Fagence Cooper9 Oct · The Old Government House Hotel & Spa, GuernseyYBG Masquerade Ball1 OctThe OGH Big Eat Experience with China Red and Balthazar12 Oct · Les Côtils, GuernseyGSCCA 2026/2027 TAX COURSES MODULE 1 PART 1 GUERNSEY PERSONAL TAX1 OctThe Guernsey Grande Fromage Tour13 Oct · The Old Government House Hotel & Spa, St Peter PortLL02: Impact of UK Non-Dom Reforms on Guernsey Resident Trustees & Advisers1 OctThe Puffin & Oyster Festval Menu1 OctDix Neuf Festival Menu1 OctTennerfest 20261 OctAutumn Escape1 OctStaycation at Le Friquet1 OctCocktail Masterclasses at The Rock Garden1 OctWine Tasting Experience1 OctSix-Course Tasting Menu at La Barbarie1 OctThe Deerhound Festival Menu1 Oct–15 NovAutumnal Drinks at The Crown Club1 OctBahama Mama Big Eat Cocktail Special1 OctBig Eat 3-Night October Fiesta2 OctOktoberfest at 19 Bar & Grill2 Oct at 18:30Octo Voces Guernsey2 Oct at 19:30GU10 in concert3 OctGuernsey Film Fest3 Oct at 18:30Photo Symphony with the Guernsey Symphony Orchestra3 Oct at 19:00The Compass Gala3 Oct at 12:00Mamma Mia Lunch Party3 Oct at 21:00ABBA Night with Just One Look4 OctCoastal Chaos7 Oct at 09:00Guernsey Dairy Tour Experience7 OctCocktail masterclasses at Balthazar7 OctNational Curry Week at The Curry Room9 OctSarnia Arts & Crafts Club | Winter Exhibition9 OctSt Saviour's Church Concert Series 202610 OctMovie Days & Nights at Fermain Valley10 OctNerine Festival0 Oct–30 Sep at 10:00Art at the Park | The Stillness of Place0 Oct–30 Sep at 10:00Le Hechet Farm Pumpkins
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Did You Know · local trivia

A small local fact

Victor Hugo lived in exile in Guernsey at Hauteville House.

Local Fact · Did you know

Did you know? · Guernsey

Renoir later called his 1883 Guernsey stay a turning point, saying he had 'gone as far as I could with impressionism' before the visit reshaped his bathers and landscapes.

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Today · Outlook

The shape of the day ahead

Rain clearing by dawn, then a little cloudy at first, but otherwise sunny. Wind 15 mph. Highs of 21°C.

Until tomorrow morning Have a lovely day.
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