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Today in Guernsey

Mainly sunny.

The local news that matters this morning

Here's the local news from the past 24 hours, made easy to digest.

Bailiwick Express - Guernsey News · Local news · yesterday "Let's get this right" – say safety campaigners and charities • Sad young woman sitting in the bedroom, People with depression concept. • Evidence, expertise, and funding will all be essential if the Bailiwick's new strategy dealing with Violence Against Women and Girls is expected to work, warn the people already working with the victims of domest

Bailiwick Express - Guernsey News · Local news · yesterday Disgraced doctor faces 'interim restrictions' • A doctor who failed a number of his patients has had 'interim restrictions' imposed while the GMC tries to have him struck off completely. • Dr Ali Shokouh-Amiri was given a formal warning last year after he admitted and was found guilty of a number of failings against female patients while he was working in Guernsey.

Channel Eye - Channel Islands business news · Local news · yesterday Sixteen Bailiwick charities share more than £100,000 from the 2026 Saffery Rotary Walk • The Saffery Rotary Walk has once again raised more than £100,000 for local causes, with sixteen Bailiwick charities receiving their share of the 2026 funds. • The money was presented at an evening held at Government House on Thursday, hosted by His Excellency the Lieutenant-Governor, Lieutenant General Sir Richard Cripwell KBE CB.

Island FM Guernsey News · Local news · yesterday Calls to reduce pavement surfing in Guernsey • Pedestrian advocacy group Living Streets says some drivers are using pavements out of convenience rather than necessity, and it wants the law clarified.

Channel Eye - Channel Islands business news · Local news · yesterday KPMG celebrates 70 promotions across the Crown Dependencies • KPMG in the Crown Dependencies has announced 70 promotions across its Jersey, Guernsey and Isle of Man offices. • Spanning all levels of the business through to Partner, the promotions demonstrate the firm’s focus on nurturing local talent and creating rewarding, long-term careers.

BBC News - Guernsey · Local news · yesterday Drones could fly deliveries from France to Alderney • A firm in Paris has been working with Alderney Chamber of Commerce on a feasibility study.

Island FM Guernsey News · Local news · yesterday Plan to reduce violence against women and girls in Guernsey and Alderney • A new strategy is being developed which aims to protect women and girls in Guernsey and Alderney from violence.

BBC News - Guernsey · Local news · yesterday Families call for kindness for autistic children • Mothers hope islanders can be more considerate of families with neurodivergent or disabled children.

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What's on: next 14 days

A quick-view of 28 priority public listings from 28 tracked events over the next 14 days. Tap any item for the source and full details.

14 OctHow To Be Kind To Yourself - Shahroo Izadi

15 Oct · The Duke Hotel, GuernseyGuernsey Future Leaders Event

14 Oct'Get Shucked' - a Balthazar Seafood Experience with Guernsey & Herm Oysters

15 OctHBR Book Webinar: Resilient Optimism

15 OctHBR Press Webinar: Resilient Optimism

16 Oct · Les Côtils, GuernseyGSCCA Lecture Lunch Key Changes to FRS102

15 Oct at 18:00Florist Extraordinaire Simon Lycett

16 OctIcons of Conquest: Bayeux Tapestry and Domesday Book

15–16 OctMurder Mystery at the OGH - SOLD OUT

17 Oct · St James Concert and Assembly Hall, GuernseyThe Big Pink Party

16 OctThe Great Outdoors Herm Weekend

17 OctToday's RDH Virtual Dental Continuing Education (CE) Event - Oct. 17, 2026

22 Oct · Camilla's at The Mill, GuernseySTEP Next Gen - Future Ready - October 2026

16 Oct at 19:00The Vale Earthlings Ball

27 Oct(ONLINE) Women on the Move with Ann Patchett

17 Oct'Get Shucked' - a Seafood Feast at The Duke

18 Oct at 13:30Autumn Market

21 Oct at 18:30Celebrating Guernsey

21 OctCocktail masterclasses at Balthazar

24 Oct at 19:00Gala Dinner with Celebrity Chef Ching-He Huang at China Red

24 Oct–1 NovHallowe’en Afternoon Tea at the OGH

24 Oct at 11:00Souper Spooky Saturday

24 Oct at 12:30Free Cooking Demonstration with Celebrity Chef Ching-He Huang

24 Oct at 19:00Les Rocquettes 5-Course Menu & Sparkling Tea Pairing with Kooky Lifestyle

25 OctFilipino Night at the Ship & Crown

25 OctKaraoke Night at the Ship & Crown

26 OctOctober Half Term Holiday Club | Art for Guernsey

26 Oct at 09:00Guernsey Dairy Tour Experience

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A small local fact

Gache is a traditional Guernsey fruit bread.

Did you know? · Guernsey

Guernsey levies no capital gains, inheritance or wealth tax, and individual income is taxed at a flat 20%, underpinning its large offshore finance sector.

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The shape of the day ahead

Mainly sunny. Wind 5 mph. Highs of 18°C.