Guernsey complaints panel rejects two-thirds of cases with no formal procedures in place

• Guernsey Complaints Panel rejected 68% of 22 complaints received between 2019 and July 2026, with only two cases reaching a Review Board determination Panel operates without formal written policies, guidance, or training materials, relying solely on statutory law for decision-making processes No data recorded on critical procedural aspects including evidence requests, opportunities for complainant responses, or how d

Today in Guernsey

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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 Donkey Derby to trot back for 55th year • Guernsey's annual Donkey Derby will returning to Saumarez Park on Saturday, with the much-loved community event celebrating its 55th year. • Thousands of islanders have flocked to the Derby over the decades, with this year's event promising donkey races, food and craft stalls, children's attractions, charity stands and live music.

Bailiwick Express - Guernsey News · Local news · yesterday Health chief promises more "transparency" despite scrapping annual waiting list reports • Health chiefs have promised "greater accountability" and more "transparency" over waiting lists despite plans to scrap annual healthcare performance reports. • Deputy George Oswald, President of Health and Social Care (HSC), told Express "proactive reporting" from the troubled Electronic Patient Record (EPR) system would provide "better data" from 2027 onwards.

Island FM Guernsey News · Local news · yesterday Guernsey's Castle Cornet to close early for bridge replacement • Parking spaces to go or be re-designated as £6.2M project is on track to begin in early September.

The Quarry - Independent news from Guernsey · Local news · yesterday Guernsey to introduce £2.20 excise duty on vaping liquids from November • Excise duty of £2.20 per 10ml on vaping liquids expected to be introduced in Guernsey and Alderney from 9 November 2026 Duty applies to all vaping liquids regardless of nicotine content, with medicinal vaporised products exempt Passengers can bring up to 50ml for personal use without paying duty; amounts above this limit will be charged Flat-rate charge designed to keep system simple for businesses and importers Move

Bailiwick Express Guernsey · Local news · yesterday Final missing cat found safe after disappearing from St Brelade cattery • Three cats which went missing from a St Brelade cattery have now all been found safe, bringing an end to a three-week-long search which involved drones and thermal cameras.

Island FM Guernsey News · Local news · yesterday Guernsey’s Meet the Pilots organiser retires after 20 years • Gary Elson is going travelling, but hopes the legacy of Meet the Pilots, the event he created, will live on.

BBC News - Guernsey · Local news · yesterday Testing ordered after mould found at primary school • Tests have been ordered after mould was found at a primary school to see if more work is needed.

Channel Eye - Events · Events · today Guernsey International Legal Association AGM • The GILA AGM is back, and this year’s gathering promises all the ingredients of a classic summer evening: a quick look back at the year with GILA, a chance to have your say on what’s next, and – most importantly – a BBQ and drinks on one of Guernsey’s best terraces.

BBC News - Guernsey · Local news · yesterday 'I made race history - and celebrated with potato' • Emily Torode makes history by becoming the first woman to win the Donkey Drop Out.

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What's on: next 14 days

A quick-view of 26 priority public listings from 26 tracked events over the next 14 days. Tap any item for the source and full details.

20 Aug · Christies Brasserie, Guernsey2026 AGM

21 AugToday's RDH Virtual Dental Continuing Education (CE) Event - Aug. 21, 2026

21 Aug at 17:30 · Frossard Lecture Theatre, St Peter Port“The Fate of Kelp and Why It Matters for Carbon in the Ocean”.

22 Aug · The Lobster and Grill, GuernseyLe Friquet Fern Fest

22 Aug · St James Concert and Assembly Hall, GuernseyECSOC Saturday Evening Concert

21 AugNorman Market

25 Aug · The Golden Lion, GuernseyThink & Drink

26 Aug · Mojito Cocktail Bar (opposite Town Bus Terminus), GuernseyLearn to Dance Salsa with Heidi in Guernsey

22 AugDonkey Derby

29 Aug · Bad Habits, GuernseyDay Diva's Bank Holiday Weekend - Mamma Mia/Disco Diva's Brunch

22 Aug at 10:00Oaty and Joey's | Mini Market

29 Aug at 16:00 · GY1 2NB, GuernseySeafront Saturdaze - 29 August 2026

23 Aug at 10:00Fete d'Etai | Medieval Summer Festival

30 Aug · GY1 2NB, GuernseyEDABL: 30 August 2026

23 Aug at 15:00Reservoir View Vineyard Tour

30 AugFinding Your North Star (and Swallowing It)

26 AugThe North Show & Battle of Flowers

1 Sep · The Peninsula Hotel, GuernseyHello from Heaven Guernsey Psychic Night with N Irish Psychic Medium Fiona

26 Aug at 12:30Guernsey Arts presents: The Garden Series

1 SepUnderwater Wildlife Photography Essentials with Evie Wilderness | Online

27 AugWine & Food Pairing Evening hosted by Hook & Black Sabre

29 Aug at 13:45Seaweed Foraging Tours

30 AugVale Earth Fair 2026

30 Aug at 10:00Seafront Sundays

30 Aug at 10:15Discover the hidden trenches and bunkers: Journey inside Batterie Scharnhorst

30 Aug at 15:00Cobo Balcony Gigs

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A small local fact

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Did you know? · Guernsey

A memorial to the Guernsey Martyrs on the Tower Hill steps in St Peter Port was unveiled at a commemorative service on 24 April 1999.

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The shape of the day ahead

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