£45k+ spent on 'road sensors'
The Guernsey morning briefing · Monday, 15 June 2026
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Local headlines, official notices, practical travel links and events for Guernsey readers this morning.
Lead story
£45k+ spent on 'road sensors'
The purchase and installation of new road sensors on some of Guernsey's busiest roads has added up to more than £45,000. A Freedom of Information request has shown that the bulk of that money was spent last year when an order was placed for RoadPod VM-I road sensors for six sites. The Committee for the […]
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Story 1 · Bailiwick Express Guernsey
'Marine Spatial Plan' launched – to “help shape the future"
Alderney residents have the chance to have their say on the future of the island's marine spaces. The States of Alderney has invited "islanders, marine users, businesses, and organisations” to take part in a survey and "help shape the future of Alderney waters”. Guernsey’s Marine Spatial Plan Survey closed yesterday, having been taking place since […]
Story 2 · Guernsey Parliament
The Open Market Housing Register (Guernsey) (Amendment) Law, 2025 (Commencement) Ordinance, 2025
The States are asked to decide:- Whether they are of the opinion to approve the draft Ordinance entitled "The Open Market Housing Register (Guernsey) (Amendment) Law, 2025 (Commen...
Story 3 · Guernsey Parliament
Tuesday 23rd June 2026
Special Meeting of the States of Deliberation to debate the States of Guernsey Group Accounts for 2025 and Government Work Plan.
Story 4 · States of Guernsey media releases
Improved compost from Guernsey green waste now available free
Source: States of Guernsey media releases. Open the linked item for the full Guernsey context and latest details.
Story 5 · States of Guernsey media releases
Guernsey Museums mark King Charles III's birthday with gun salute and free entry
Source: States of Guernsey media releases. Open the linked item for the full Guernsey context and latest details.
Story 6 · States of Guernsey media releases
Still time for islanders to complete survey on current and future use of Guernsey's territorial waters
Source: States of Guernsey media releases. Open the linked item for the full Guernsey context and latest details.
Official notices and useful records
What to check from official sources
- NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that at 9.45am on Tuesday 30th June 2026, Baps and Wraps Limited,
La Gazette Officielle · NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that at 9.45am on Tuesday 30th June 2026, Baps and Wraps Limited, Port Soif Road, Castel, GY5 7XQ, will apply to the Royal Court of Guernsey,... - Government House Gardener honoured by the King after decades of service
Bailiwick Express Guernsey · For twenty years, Colin Prigent has cared for the grounds at Government House – something appreciated by our green fingered Monarch. In his Birthday Honours List, King Charles has bestowed a Silver Royal Victorian Medal on Mr Prigent. The RVM is a personal gift bestowed by the Sovereign to 'reward extraordinary, important, or personal services […] - Recent States Meeting
Guernsey Parliament · This is an Ordinary Meeting of the States of Deliberation and this page lists the items which have been scheduled for debate. - Major Projects Portfolio
Guernsey Parliament · The States are asked to decide: Whether, after consideration of the policy letter entitled ‘Major Projects Portfolio’ dated 24 March 2026, they are of the opinion: To approve and... - Cannabis: establishment of cross-Committee working group to examine regulatory options
Guernsey Parliament · The States are asked to decide:- Whether, after consideration of the Requête entitled ‘Cannabis: establishment of a cross Committee working group to examine regulatory options’ da...
Planning watch
Live applications open for comment
- FULL/2025/1845 - White Lodge (amended plans)
Address: White Lodge, Les Vardes, St. Peter Port.. Raise and alter roof ridge height and extend and alter at basement/garage level, lower ground floor, ground floor and 1st floor levels, demolish existing outbuilding and erect single storey Gardener's cottage/ancillary living unit to east boundary, widen existing vehicle access and erect gate to west boundary and alterations to driveway and parking area.. Representations by: 19 June 2026 WHITE LODGE - Design and Access Statement [1Mb] - FULL/2026/0265 - 32 Commercial Road (amended plans)
Address: 32 Commercial Road, The Bridge, St. Sampson.. Demolish existing building containing commercial, light industrial (Use Class 24), residential (Use Class 2) and retail (Use Class 9). Erect 4 storey building containing 11 flats (Use Class 2) and cafe/restuarant (Use Class 11) and associated works.. Representations by: 26 June 2026 32 Commercial Road - List of Revisions [325kb] - FULL/2026/0460 - Round Top Stores
Address: Round Top Stores, Victoria Pier, St. Peter Port.. Erect extendable awning/covered area with optional enclosure panels to the west (front) elevation of catering unit.. Representations by: 9 June 2026 Round Top Stores - Application Form [430kb] - FULL/2025/1699 - The Chrome Company (amended plans)
Address: The Chrome Company, Rue des Brehauts, St. Pierre Du Bois.. Demolish existing retail building (Retail Use Class 10), erect dwelling with associated works. Temporary change of use of section of adjacent agricultural field for site storage (230sqm) and install hardstanding (revised scheme).. Representations by: 23 June 2026 The Chrome Company - Elevation Plans [9Mb] - FULL/2025/1992 - La Croute D'Aval
Address: La Croute D'Aval, Les Grands Moulins, Castel.. Partially demolish section of pigsty and erect outbuilding/summerhouse to east boundary (site of a Protected Building).. Representations by: to be confirmed La Croute D'Aval - Application Form [3Mb]
Business watch
Regulatory updates
- Decisions of the Judicial Committee of the Privy Council
We note the decisions of the Judicial Committee of the Privy Council in this long running matter concerning former Providence directors, copies of which can be found here and here . The matter now reverts to the Royal Court for its consideration of the guidance issued to it by the Court of Appeal in its judgement of 3 October 2025. - Sanctions Notice - Russia
Please be advised that the following specification has been revoked from the UK Russia financial sanctions regime. This entity is no longer subject to UK sanctions. Limited Liability Company responsibility of “RBRU Specialized Depository” (Unique ID: RUS2682) The UK sanctions list has been updated and can be found here . The UK regulations are given effect within the Bailiwick under the Sanctions (Implementation of U - Investment Statistics Summary - First Quarter 2026
Guernsey Funds The total net asset value of Guernsey funds at the end of the quarter was £272.6 billion, a decrease over the quarter of £0.2 billion (-0.1%). Over the past year, total net asset values have decreased by £6.0 billion (-2.2%). Closed-ended Funds Within these totals, Guernsey closed-ended funds increased over the quarter by £4.5 billion (+2.0%) to just under £229.0 billion. This represents a decrease of - Commission publishes 2025 Annual Report
The Guernsey Financial Services Commission has today published its 2025 Annual Report and Financial Statements , highlighting a year of regulatory delivery, policy reform and investment in technology to support innovation and growth in the Bailiwick’s financial services sector. The report shows how the Commission worked through 2025 to maintain a credible and internationally respected regulatory framework, while help - Sanctions Notice - Global Human Rights
Please be advised that the following have been added to the list of individuals and entities who are currently designated under the Global Human Rights Sanctions Regulations 2020 (the UK regulations): Name: Unique ID: Itamar Yehuda LEVY GHR0191 EYAL HARI YEHUDA COMPANY LTD GHR0192 AHAVAT GILAD GHR0193 ARI YSHAG GHR0194 ARTZENU GHR0195 SHIVAT ZION LERIGVEY ADMATA GHR0196 THE FARMS ASSOCIATION GHR0197 The persons/entit
What's on in Guernsey
The events diary
Champagne Lanson Afternoon Tea Tasting Menu at The Old Government House Hotel
Jun 27 14:00 - 17:00 - Enjoy this exclusive and elegant experience with Lanson Brand Ambassador Ahley Wilce.
Channel Islands Motor Racing
1 Jan - 31 Dec - Guernsey's Kart and Motor Club host events across the entire year. Make sure to show your support throughout 2026!
Rocquette Cider Tour and Tasting
4 Apr - 30 Sep - This family farm is nestled in the shelter of a sun-soaked valley in the heart of Guernsey, surrounded by 5,500 trees that make up the Rocquette...
Across the Sea to Sark: La Societe Sercquaise summer exhibition
Daily 11:00 - 13:00 6 Apr - 30 Sep - Open 11am-1pm, Monday to Friday from 6 April.
Guernsey Museum at Candie presents: Lost in Nature
15 Apr - 5 Jul - Pause, slow down, and reconnect with the natural world through art, sound and film.
Art at the Park - 'Form'
9 Jun - 3 Jul - The National Trust of Guernsey's Art at the Park Gallery is delighted to be hosting Caitlin Grupping's first solo art exhibition entitled 'Form'.
Wellbeing beach clean with Guernsey Mind and Clean Earth Trust
Jun 18 13:00 - 14:00 - Enjoy fresh air and connection while helping to protect Guernsey’s beautiful coastline.
Seafront Sundays
Jun 21 10:00 - 16:00 - St Peter Port's picturesque seafront becomes a busy market filled with local arts and crafts, produce, drinks & food.
Listings via Visit Guernsey events — check dates and venues with the organiser before travelling.
Today in Guernsey
Today in Guernsey
High 21°C / low 14°C now · Sunny periods, becoming cloudier with the odd shower likely, perhaps thundery.
- Wind: Southeast light F3 to moderate F4, veering west later.
Guernsey weather · Full forecast
Tides at St Peter Port: Low 00:17 (1.5m) · High 06:19 (8.9m) · Low 12:41 (1.5m) · High 18:40 (9.2m) — tide tables
gov.gg publishes tide times in GMT; add one hour during British Summer Time.
Check weather, roadworks, bus updates, harbour and airport links before you leave. Source links are included so readers can verify live changes.
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The shape of the day ahead
- Weather: Sunny periods, becoming cloudier with the odd shower likely, perhaps thundery. (High 21°C / low 14°C now)
- Tides at St Peter Port: first low water 00:17 (1.5m)
- Roads: Summary traffic report
- Diary: Champagne Lanson Afternoon Tea Tasting Menu at The Old Government…
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Source trail
- Bailiwick Express Guernsey: ok (6)
- States of Guernsey media releases: ok (10)
- La Gazette Officielle: ok (20)
- Guernsey Parliament: ok (10)
- States of Guernsey consultations: ok (1)
- Guernsey live planning applications: ok (12)
- Guernsey roadworks: ok (1)
- Buses.gg service updates: ok (2)
- Buses.gg news: ok (3)
- Guernsey Airport: ok (4)
- Guernsey Harbours: ok (12)
- Condor sailing updates: ok (16)
- Visit Guernsey events: ok (19)
- BBC Channel Islands: ok ()
- Guernsey Press: ok (30)
- Guernsey Financial Services Commission: ok (10)
- Guernsey Police media and news: ok (14)
- ITV Channel: error
- States of Alderney: ok (27)
- Sark government: ok ()
- Guernsey weather: ok (1)
- St Peter Port tides: ok (4)