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CONTENTS
7 WELCOME ABOARD!
Message from Mark Darby,
Aurigny’s Chief Executive Officer
8 CELEBRATING 50 YEARS
Aurigny explores the
airline’s anniversary
10 AURIGNY NEWS
19 ISLAND VIEW
Discover all your sightseeing needs
26 WHAT’S ON?
Forthcoming events in the Bailiwick
29 ISLAND OF BEAUTY
The first in a two-part series
on Alderney
34 MADE IN GUERNSEY
Singing sensation Nessi Gomes
39 LONDON CONNECTING…
Discover Mexico and the ease of
connecting through London with Aurigny
43 HOTEL PICKS
44 48 HOURS IN LEEDS
48 MAKING FAMILY MEMORIES
Fun-filled adventure awaits
in Southampton
54 CAPITAL APPEAL
Take a look at the lesser-known
museums of London
58 GUSTO
61 RESTAURANT PICKS
62 FOODIE TOUR
Discover the food fare in
the city of York
65 BUSINESS NEWS
Inspiring interviews and local
business news
109 CAREERS SUPPLEMENT
121 ISLAND SQUASH
En Voyage talks to squash
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125 SPORTS DIARY
126 COMMUNITY SPIRIT
132 COLOURING COMPETITION
135 IN-FLIGHT AND DUTY FREE
5

1968
Founded
15 MILLION
Aurigny carried its
fifteen millionth
passenger in 2016
AURIGNY
GUERNSEY’S AIRLINE
1977
First airline in the world to
ban smoking on all services
550,000
Passengers
carried in 2017
OK, it’s not the easiest of names –
pronounced Or-ree-nee – but it’s
certainly one that islanders are proud
of. ‘Aurigny’ is the Norman name for
Alderney, the northern island in the
Bailiwick of Guernsey, where Aurigny
Air Services was launched in 1968.
Aurigny has been serving the Channel
Islands for over 50 years and is owned
by the States of Guernsey.
2017
Voted 3rd best
short-haul airline
in the Telegraph
Travel Awards
11
Routes
MANCHESTER
BRISTOL
LONDON
GATWICK
LEEDS
BRADFORD
(Seasonal)
EAST
MIDLANDS
LONDON
STANSTED
NORWICH
(Seasonal)
2017
Ranked best
short-haul airline
by Which?
8
Aircraft
SOUTHAMPTON
ALDERNEY
GUERNSEY
300
Staff
1
In-flight marriage
DINARD
GRENOBLE
(Seasonal)
1
Birth on board
Between Alderney
and Guernsey
1
FA Cup
Flown to Guernsey
on 19th August 2016
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WELCOME ABOARD!
MARK DARBY
CHIEF
EXECUTIVE
OFFICER
The summer may have left us for another
year, but what a summer it has been!
Endless days of blue skies and sunshine,
and a timely reminder (if ever needed) of just
how stunning our coastline and beaches are.
It’s little wonder we’ve already had lots of
bookings for summer 2019, and it’s great to
see more and more visitors discovering our
little piece of paradise, just a short flight away.
September means we’re now heading into
autumn, but in many ways, this is still one of
the best times of year to visit the Bailiwick and
our islands. Over the next few months we
normally get our fair share of warm weather,
and there’s also still a huge amount to do in
Guernsey, particularly if you want to sample
the local cuisine. Our chefs are gearing up for
probably their busiest six weeks of the year –
the Tennerfest Food Festival. Starting from
1 October, hotels, restaurants, bistros,
cafés and gastro pubs are serving up
some of the best that Guernsey has to
offer, at special bargain Tennerfest prices.
It’s a must for any first-time visitor, but
you’ll need to book early as the venues
will be packed and tables snapped up.
There are plenty of other events in Guernsey
over the coming months, but don’t forget our
sister island Alderney, where there is so much
to see and do. Turn over to page 29 for the
first of two features showcasing the very best
ways to see the beautiful island of Alderney.
If you’re looking for a short break away
from Guernsey, we’ve got lots of great
destination ideas in this edition of En Voyage,
all connected by our UK network. If you’re
off to the City and looking for some culture,
we’ve got all you need to know about the vast
museum offering that London’s so famous
for. In the north of the UK, our summer Leeds
Bradford service is still operating until 29
September and there is so much to explore
and see in the Yorkshire city. ‘48 Hours in
Leeds’ features just some of the experience
and attractions in the city centre and some
of the hidden gems in the North East. Turn to
page 44 to find out more.
Looking back, I’m delighted to say the
past few months have been one of the
busiest summers we have had at Aurigny.
I’d like to take this opportunity to publicly
thank all our staff, as well as staff at the
many airports and partners we work
with, for their hard work and dedication.
Without them it would not be possible.
As well as at the airport, you may have
seen our staff at the various summer
events in Guernsey, alongside our popular
children’s attraction Junior Joey. We’ve also
been busy with our own 50th anniversary
promotions and competitions, which you
can read more about on pages 8-9.
From the entire Aurigny team, we’d
like to wish you a pleasant journey,
and we look forward to welcoming
you onboard again very soon.
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AN EXTRAORDINARY RESTORATION
OF AURIGNY’S FIRST AIRCRAFT
On 1 March 1968 Aurigny’s first
aircraft, Islander G-AVCN, took
to the skies for the airline’s first
ever commercial flight between
Alderney and Guernsey.
Roll on 50 years, and the very
same aircraft is about to be
brought back to life as part of
a long and tireless restoration
project by Britten-Norman
Aircraft Preservation Society.
Fittingly, with Aurigny celebrating
its 50th anniversary, the volunteers
are set to unveil the aircraft later
this year, after it has been fully
assembled at BNAPS’ restoration
workshop near Ryde, Isle of Wight.
B-N Islander G-AVCN or ‘Charlie
November’ as it is otherwise known,
actually has several claims to fame.
As well as being Aurigny’s first ever
commercial aircraft, it was the third
Islander ever constructed and is now
the oldest Islander in existence. After
about seven loyal years of service
with Aurigny, Charlie November
was traded in and subsequently
exported to Guadeloupe in 1977.
After serving with a number
of operators in the Caribbean
region, by 1999 it was left in
a semi-derelict state at Isla
Grande Airport in Puerto Rico.
However, thanks to the efforts of
BN historians and sponsorship by
Peter Graham’s company, Airstream
International, the Islander was
brought back to the UK in early
2000, originally to be restored to
fly, and the Britten-Norman Aircraft
Preservation Society (BNAPS) was
formed to provide funds and oversee
the work. Unfortunately, this did not
work out as planned and by 2009
the dismantled remains had been left
in open storage and were ‘at risk’.
BNAPS was revitalised in 2010 and
the remains moved into safekeeping
while the future prospects for the
Islander were considered. Following
a survey of the condition of the
remains showing that they were
recoverable, it was later decided
that a high-quality rebuild for static
display was the only feasible option
and the project got underway.
Bob Wealthy, Chairman of
BNAPS, said the work to restore
G-AVCN began in earnest.
‘The restoration work was started
in 2011 using workshop facilities
adjacent to Bembridge Harbour
where good progress was made.
Some 18 months ago the future
prospect for the wing had looked
somewhat bleak and there was a
feeling that the task of rebuilding
the wing was just too much of a
challenge. Also due to the limited
size of the workshop facilities
at Harbour Farm, work on the
wing was lagging behind.
In late 2015 it became evident
that, for the project to continue, a
larger workshop would be needed
and in March 2016 the project relocated
to a large barn-like storage
facility on the outskirts of Ryde.
The restoration work has included
extensive re-skinning, fabrication of
missing parts, fitting of new parts
and reconstruction of damaged
parts together with extensive
de-corroding and removal of old
paint. A section of the port wing,
that had to be cut off to allow
transport to the UK in a 40ft freight
container, was re-attached.’
Following the move to the
larger workshop and concentrated
effort from the restoration team,
the wing is now ready to be set
up for top-coat spray painting
and this will lead the way into
the final assembly phase.
The project has received
continuing support from industry,
individual donations, grants from
the Isle of Wight High Sheriff’s Trust,
the Transport Trust and WightAid.
BNAPS is planning an official
unveiling of the restored aircraft
in 2018 when it will be seen
in the colours of Aurigny Air
Services as it was 50 years ago.
If anyone would like to know
more about the Britten-Norman
Aircraft Preservation Society and
the restoration project, contact Mr
Wealthy by email – bob@bnaps.org.uk.
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Hundreds of eager hunters have
searched all corners of the Bailiwick
to find Aurigny’s very own Willy
Wonka-style Golden Tickets.
To help celebrate our 50th
anniversary, we hid the tickets at
various mystery locations around
Guernsey, Alderney and Herm,
each containing a pair of return
tickets on the Aurigny network.
The first treasure hunt took
the public to Castle Cornet,
where the ticket was eventually
found by twelve-year-old Olivia
Harrison, in a high crevice in
the wall of Prisoners’ Walk.
GOLDEN TICKET WINNERS: LEFT OLIVIA HARRISON AND ABOVE THE BLAKE FAMILY
GOLDEN TICKET DAYS
IN GUERNSEY, ALDERNEY AND HERM
Later in the summer, we teamed
up with Herm Island for a bumper
‘Golden Ticket Day’. To support
the event, Herm donated two
extra prizes, allowing three
separate treasure hunts to be held
in different locations across the
island. The Aurigny tickets were
won by the Blake family, who
solved the final cryptic clue and dug
through the sand at Shell Beach
to uncover the Golden Ticket.
Ten-year-old Oliver Blake said: ‘It
was really cool. We were just digging
in this (shell pattern) that said "We
love Herm” and then suddenly my
mum was digging and she pulled out
something wrapped in tin foil. We
opened it and we found the ticket!
The feeling is just really good.’
The final Golden Ticket hunts were
held in partnership with Alderney
Week and with the West Show
and the North Show in Guernsey
during August, marking a hugely
successful summer of celebrations.
Thanks to everyone who took
part and supported the event.
SHARING THE
LOVE WITH
#LOVEAURIGNY
www.aurigny.com/love
To view the
latest testimonial
videos, visit
aurigny.com/love
‘Love is in the air’ at Aurigny for the launch of our
#loveAurigny Campaign.
Through #loveAurigny, we are filming a series of short
testimonial videos where islanders tell us what they love
most about Aurigny. Well-known faces from the local
sports scene, business community and local charities are
just some of those who have taken part.
We are also taking our camera to community events
and attractions this year, to give members of the public
the opportunity to share their own message.
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AURIGNY NEWS
TV’S AUTISTIC GARDENER LOVES ALDERNEY,
AURIGNY AND OUR DORNIER AIRCRAFT
Garden designer, Alan Gardner,
best-known as TV’s The Autistic
Gardener, absolutely loves Alderney,
its wildlife, its natural beauty.
A manic fan of aviation, Alan also
loves Alderney’s Dornier aircraft and
the sound of its whirring engines.
This all made for a memorable
visit to the small island with Aurigny,
for a very special project, to help
charity founder Krys Page design
an ‘autistic garden’ at her home.
‘I’m now a qualified "Aldernerian",
he joked. ‘The island has more
than 2,000 people and I met every
single one of them. We went
blonde hedgehog spotting. There
was a great mix of birds and wildlife
on the island, and you have twice
as many wildflowers as we do.’
Alan was just 15 when his love
of gardening flourished. He puts
it down to two things – a cactus
he purchased from a local florist
which he nurtured on his bedroom
window sill and a seed catalogue.
Over the years he has created many
Royal Horticultural Society gardens
and won numerous awards.
Most recently, Alan has taken
his talent to our TV screens with
the Channel 4 series, The Autistic
Gardener. The series explores
horticulture and how it benefits
autistic people, but when he was first
approached, the producers had no
idea Alan had Asperger syndrome.
In fact, Alan himself had only just
found out, by accident at the age of
55. He had joined his middle son,
who was sitting a test for dyslexia
at college, and at the end of it both
were told they were likely to have
Asperger syndrome.
JAKE CROWNED ‘AURIGNY
BIRTHDAY’ WINNER
Congratulations to seven-yearold
Jake Hardill who won our En
Voyage Colouring Competition.
Jake coloured in his winning entry
on an Aurigny flight to Gatwick,
as his family headed on holiday
to Cyprus. He then completed
his artwork at home and sent it to
Aurigny’s En Voyage team.
The challenge was to colour an
Aurigny’s 50th birthday cake design,
Alan, his wife Mandy and their
three children are all autistic, and his
working life is devoted to his passion
for gardening and his support for
autistic people. He also has a
lesser-known passion for aviation.
‘I’m an aircraft maniac and your
Dorniers are just delicious. I’m
already measuring my driveway and
intend to get rid of the Peugeot.'
Following his trip, Alan is putting
his finishing touches to the garden
design for Krys Page, who is the
founder of the Autism Awareness
charity, Willow Tree Channel Islands.
Having never met Alan before,
she approached him on social
media, with a request to help create
a garden for her granddaughter
Willow, who has autism. It will also
be made available to the public
by appointment.
For more information about
the charity, visit the Willow
Tree Channel Islands Facebook
page – facebook.com/
willowtreecharitychannelislands
created by local artist and printer
Kate Winnoworks.
Jake said: ‘I’m delighted to win. I
can’t believe it.’
The judges had a really tough time
picking a winner from so many great
entries but praised Jake for his bold
and colourful design.
Jake came to the Aurigny offices
to collect his prize, an original ‘Ride
the Waves’ Winnoworks print and an
Aurigny Embraer model aircraft. He
also got to sit in the cockpit of one
of our ATRs!
KIDS FLY FOR LESS
We’re delighted to launch our
new ‘Kids Fly For Less’ scheme that
combines a series of money-saving
benefits to support families.
Through the new initiative,
available now for all travel from 5
November, all families will benefit
from the following when booking
on aurigny.com:
• All kids' fares (aged 2-15), on all
routes, have been reduced by 15%
• Infants' fares (for under 2s) have
been scrapped. You now just pay
the taxes and charges
• For every child under 5, two of
these three items are free of charge
– pushchair, travel cot and car seat
We’re the only airline in the
Channel Islands to offer this kind
of family-friendly initiative and it
is combined with other existing
benefits we already offer including:
• Free ‘Flight Forward’ and ‘Rescue
Fares’ for all children on all routes
• The ‘Flight Forward’ service is
designed for families whose return
flight from abroad arrives in time
to allow them to catch an earlier
Aurigny flight home
• Aurigny’s ‘Rescue Fare’ helps
travellers who miss their Aurigny
flight and allows passengers to
move to the next available flight,
with no additional cost for children
‘Kids Fly for Less’ is not a limited,
promotional offer and will be available
on all bookings made on aurigny.com,
for all travel from 5 November.
Aurigny Commercial Director,
Malcolm Coupar, said: ‘We are proud
to be the first airline in the Channel
Islands to offer this kind of package
for families. Many of us at Aurigny are
parents and we know the pressures
and stresses that come with travel.
As a family, you often have to take
more luggage – including pushchairs
and buggies – and have to travel in
school holidays, when everything
costs more. This package of benefits
is designed to take some of that
stress away and make it a bit easier
for families travelling with us.
‘As a community-based airline, we
want to support families as much
as we can. As well as supporting
local families in Guernsey and
Alderney, we also hope this will
make travelling to Guernsey easier
and cheaper for visiting families and
boost the islands’ tourist numbers.’
Please note: These new benefits are only
available on future bookings. They cannot be
retrospectively applied to existing bookings.
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AURIGNY NEWS
A SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT AT GUERNSEY AIRPORT
When you travel through any
airport, you’ll hear plenty of
announcements, but one of our
pilots, Nuno Neto, took to the
tannoy to treat us to something
extra special.
ATR First Officer, Nuno, took to
Guernsey Airport’s public address
system to propose to his girlfriend
of nine years – Joana Gouveia.
Despite recent trips to Venice,
Paris and Greece, Nuno and Joana,
a surgical theatre clerk, said that
Guernsey was a special place and
the perfect way for him to pop the
question, with her family watching.
When Joana was at the airport,
she had no idea that Nuno was
behind the airport desk, beside
the tannoy, in his pilot’s uniform.
He then asked her to be his wing
woman forever. She said: ‘It was
really beautiful. He couldn’t have
made it more special.’
From everyone at Aurigny,
a huge congratulations to the
happy couple and we wish them
a lifetime of happiness together.
BAGGAGE ADVICE
FOR PASSENGERS
Always secure a tag onto your
baggage containing key contact
details, including where you will
be staying.
Insert a sheet of paper into your
bag with key personal details, such
as your name, contact details,
flight numbers and address of
where you will be staying.
Carry any essential items, such
as medication and money, with
you on the flight.
CHALLENGE OF A LIFETIME, FAR FROM PLAIN SAILING
AW
Customise the look of your bag
to make it easier to identify.
Playful dolphins, busy shipping
lanes, exhaustion and hallucinations.
It was quite a journey, when Dave
Birch took on a challenge of a
lifetime, to sail a dinghy 150 miles
single-handedly, non-stop.
Aurigny was among the
businesses supporting his
incredible exploits, as he raised
funds for Les Bourgs Hospice. He
set off from Falmouth, with just a
solar-powered compass, digital
battery speedometer and a GPS to
navigate the Channel.
‘A relatively calm sail to the
Eddystone Lighthouse took all
day where the Navy were midexercise
with their new aircraft
carrier,’ he said. ‘Past the Eddystone
Lighthouse, I was graced with
so many dolphins, all vying for a
place under the bow of my small
dinghy. Through the night I picked
my way through fishing vessels
and container ships. As day broke,
so the wind faded away. It was
just unfortunate that I was upon
the approaches to the eastbound
shipping lanes that had five large
container ships inbound.’
Dave said it was a relief to be clear
of shipping and the winds increased,
briefly speeding up his progress.
His second day at sea was slow
and long with winds lighter than
forecast. It seemed to take forever to
reach Les Hanois Lighthouse and as
night came again, the wind faded to
nothing. With just a couple of hours
of favourable tide left, there was no
possibility of reaching St Peter Port
under sail for some time. After 143.2
miles, he took the last resort of a
tow to the finish. Nevertheless, he
still set a new UK record.
‘The tow was interesting in that
sleep deprivation had a strong
grasp of me and it was a struggle
to remain awake. Hallucinations
were bizarre. Seeing cows and
goats rolling in the wake of the
towing vessel and then a cascade of
glistening gold coins flowing from
the towboat cockpit doorway where
my brother stood keeping a close
eye on me, aware of my state.’
At 1am there was a small
gathering of friends and wellwishers
in Guernsey, waiting for
his arrival and to celebrate his
remarkable achievement.
The yellow of Aurigny flew
around the city of London this
summer as a team of staff took
part in the 100-mile Prudential
RideLondon 2018.
ATR 42
After months of training,
Clare Cooper, Claudia Teixeira,
Simon Bretel and Mark Brehaut
completed the course, which took
them through London and Surrey,
and finished at The Mall.
Trislander
Despite glorious weather either
side of the race weekend, rain
clouds arrived on the day and
delivered a downpour throughout
the ride.
DORNIER ‘That 228made the challenge
tougher, but we stuck at it and
got to the finish line,’ said Clare.
‘People in the crowd saw us in our
Aurigny tops and cheered us on.
That was great and kept us going.’
DORNIER 220K
Immediately report the loss of
checked luggage if it does not
arrive at your destination. Do
this before leaving the airport.
AURIGNY PEDAL
POWER IN LONDON
Well done Team Aurigny!
ATR 42
Trislander
DORNIER 228
DORNIER 220K
Embraer 190
OUR
FLEET
Embraer 195
NUMBER IN FLEET 1
BUILT Sao Jose Dos Campos, Brazil
ENGINES
2 x General Electric CF34-10E7 Turbofans
MAXIMUM SPEED 542 knots (624 mph)
PASSENGERS CARRIED 122
RANGE 2,500 miles (4,023 km)
Embraer 190
ATR 72
NUMBER IN FLEET 3
BUILT Toulouse, France
ENGINES
ATR 70
2 x Pratt & Whitney PW-127 M Turboprops
MAXIMUM SPEED 276 knots (318 mph)
PASSENGERS CARRIED 72
RANGE 1,023 miles (1,646 km)
ATR 70
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SAFETY
FIRST
HAND BAGGAGE
Once you’ve boarded and located
your seat, please ensure your hand
baggage is stowed safely. Small bags
can be placed underneath the seat in
front of you, unless you are seated in
an emergency exit row.
All other items should be placed
inside an overhead locker. Please
take care when opening the
overhead lockers as items may have
moved during flight and falling items
may cause injury.
YOUR SAFETY
We want to look after you on board
and our main concern is for your
safety and that of the Aurigny crew.
Cabin crew are here primarily for your
safety, so please pay attention to their
instructions. Any feedback about the
crew and flight is welcomed.
Life jackets are provided for use
in the extremely unlikely event of
an emergency. It is an offence to
tamper with or remove them without
authorisation and this may jeopardise
the safety of others.
Both staff and passengers have the
right to fly within a calm, safe and
friendly environment. Aurigny has
a zero-tolerance policy towards
any violent, disruptive or offensive
behaviour, and crew have been
trained to deal with such incidents.
SMOKING
Smoking of cigarettes and
e-cigarettes is not permitted on
board, including within the toilets.
FOOD ALLERGIES
Allergy information is available for all
snacks – please see the packaging
label or ask a member of the crew.
ELECTRONIC DEVICES *
HANDHELD DEVICES WITH
A ‘FLIGHT SAFE’ MODE
Handheld devices, such as tablets,
e-readers and mobile phones, may
be used during all phases of the
flight, provided the ‘flight safe’ mode
is enabled before departure. Larger
devices must be safely secured in
hand luggage during taxi, take-off
and landing, either in the overhead
locker or under the seat in front
of you. Any device that transmits or
receives communications but does
not have a ‘flight safe’ mode must be
switched off from doors closed to
doors open.
LAPTOPS, ULTRA-BOOKS
AND NOTEBOOKS
Devices may be used during boarding
but not for taxi, take-off and landing
when they must be safely stowed
away in hand luggage. They may
be used in flight, provided they
are set to flight safe mode, with
WIFI turned off, and in the case of
the ATR, Bluetooth must also be
turned off throughout the flight.
DEVICES WITHOUT
A ‘FLIGHT SAFE’ MODE
This will include items such as DVD
players, electronic games and music
players. Only small, handheld devices
may be used during taxi, take-off
and landing. Larger
devices must be switched off and
safely stowed away in hand luggage
during taxi, take-off and landing.
BLUETOOTH ACCESSORIES
All Bluetooth accessories (for example
wireless keyboards, headphones etc.)
may be used on the Embraer, but
when travelling on the ATR must be
switched off whenever the aircraft
doors are closed.
ARE THERE ANY TIMES
I CANNOT USE MY
HANDHELD DEVICES?
Under certain circumstances your
flight or cabin crew will ask that
all electronic devices be switched
off, for example, during refuel
operations. This will be announced
over the PA.
CAN I USE MY HEADPHONES
THROUGHOUT THE FLIGHT?
Personal headphones can be used
for some stages of the flight and may
be attached to your personal device.
We ask that customers remove their
headphones whenever the seat-belt
signs are illuminated during the taxi,
take-off and landing phases and
during the safety demonstration.
CAN I USE A REMOTE
POWER PACK?
ATR 42
Aurigny does not allow passengers
to charge their devices whilst on
board our aircraft.
Please ask a member of cabin
crew if you have any queries.
Trislander
*Electronic devices can only be used on the ATR and Embraer E195 aircraft. Unfortunately they cannot be used on the Dornier.
ATR 42
Trislander
DORNIER
ATR 42
DORNIER 228
DORNIER
ATR 42
Dornier 228NG
Dornier 228-200 and 220k
NUMBER IN FLEET 1
BUILT Toulouse, France
ENGINES
2 x Pratt & Whitney PW-127 E Turboprops
MAXIMUM SPEED 299 knots (344 mph)
PASSENGERS CARRIED 48
RANGE 966 miles (1,555 km)
NUMBER IN FLEET 1
BUILT Oberpfaffenhofen, Germany
ENGINES
Trislander
2 x Garrett TPE331-10 Turboprops
MAXIMUM SPEED 223 knots (257 mph)
PASSENGERS CARRIED 19
RANGE 350 miles (563 km)
NUMBER IN FLEET 2
BUILT Oberpfaffenhofen, Germany
ENGINES
DORNIER 220K
2 x Garrett TPE331-5 or 10 Turboprops
MAXIMUM SPEED 223 knots (257 mph)
PASSENGERS CARRIED Up to 18
RANGE 350 miles (563 km)
Embraer
DORNIER 228
Embraer 190
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AURIGNY BEHIND THE SCENES
KELVIN SEEDS
CABIN CREW MEMBER
I first joined Aurigny in the 1970s, as part of a
small team at the airport in Guernsey, and worked
with Aurigny for 14 years. I re-joined just over two
years ago as a member of the Cabin Crew team.
How did you first join and
what did you do?
I was told about the job at Aurigny
by an old school friend who was
already working at Aurigny. In
those days the shifts were three
people in total, one on the counter
doing check-in, writing tickets,
taking freight over the counter
and doing all the documents the
station required. The other two
members were on the apron,
meeting flights, loading and
unloading pax and baggage, and
then boarding the flights and
loading baggage. In between
flights they would come inside
and help on the counter there.
What was the aviation
industry like then?
Aviation was good fun. Less
bureaucracy, everybody knew
everyone. No such thing as
health and safety. We worked
hard and played hard. In those
days, lots of us were at school
together and when a job became
available one of the staff nearly
always recommended someone
for the position. It worked well.
How has the industry
changed over the years?
It is much more formal now, it
was more relaxed years ago. The
world has changed greatly and
not necessarily for the better
and aviation has had to change
also. We had many regular
passengers who travelled several
times a week, and we got to
know them well. On occasions
they would ring up if they were
running late and we would
check them in over the phone.
What do you do now and what do
you most enjoy about your work?
I am now a number two cabin
attendant. The people I work with
are excellent and I love working
with all of them. They are very
good at their job. As a cabin crew
member we spend more time with
the passengers than any other
person at Aurigny. We are very
important to the ethos of Aurigny.
EVERY DAY IS
DIFFERENT, WEATHER
AND DELAYS ARE THE
BIGGEST CHALLENGE
- TRYING TO KEEP
THE PASSENGERS
HAPPY IN DIFFICULT
CIRCUMSTANCES
What’s the strangest thing
you’ve ever been asked as
cabin crew from the public?
I’ve had a female passenger sing to
me, I’ve had my bottom pinched
by a passenger, I’ve also been
fed an orange by a passenger.
What is the biggest
challenge as cabin crew?
Every day is different, weather and
delays are the biggest challenge
- trying to keep the passenger
happy in difficult circumstances.
What have been your
highlights over the years?
Working with some fantastic
people over the years. Firstly
on the ground, and now flying.
Staff must not be taken for
granted, they can make or break
a business. Look after them.
Aurigny has always had a
special link to the community.
Why do you think that is?
We are Guernsey’s airline. We
must remain friendly to our
clients. We must never lose
that personal touch. We must
always be approachable.
What’s your birthday
message for Aurigny?
There will never be another
Aurigny. We are unique, we must
try not to lose that uniqueness.
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JERSEY EXPANSION
Since starting Livingroom Estate Agents on my
kitchen table with just a mobile phone and a
computer it’s always been my intention to grow
the company. Since our public launch in 2006
we have grown quite dramatically and taken
considerable market share - even through
tough climates and challenging times and of
that I am immensely proud. Not only have we
grown our team from one to 18 but we have
also learnt a great deal along the way while
developing a new, more considered presence
for agency life on the island and helping to
promote Guernsey to a wider audience.
We have embraced philanthropy in business
and made considerable contributions of well
in excess of £1,000,000 to local charities and
causes. We’ve also won a few awards along
the way, including Best Business in Guernsey
at the Awards for Achievement, and were
crowned as the world’s best at property marketing at
the finals of the International Property Awards
in London. It was both humbling and incredible to
think a small single office could win the highest
of international accolades.
So, what’s next for Livingroom? The next chapter
in the growth of Livingroom is a big one; we’re
growing to become Livingroom - The Channel
Island Estate Agent. It’s always been a dream
of mine to be the first residential estate agent
to span the Channel Islands and promote their
individual qualities to the rest of the world.
Promoting the islands has always been a huge
passion for us at Livingroom and we’re going
to continue to do this in our expanded form.
This is a huge step for Livingroom and not
one we’ve taken lightly; we’ve researched the
market in Jersey for a few years and there’s
an opportunity for Livingroom to add value to
it. Our model is to grow the Jersey business
organically, as we’ve done in Guernsey, and
create a successful team that is knowledgeable,
cares about our vendors and clients and upholds
the Livingroom ethos.
Being ‘the Channel Island Estate
Agent’ is about just that; working
in both islands to offer exceptional
client service and helping people
find their dream home.
Simon Torode
CEO, Founder
W. WWW.LIVINGROOM.JE | A. LIVINGROOM LIMITED, CHANNEL HOUSE, GREEN STREET, ST. HELIER, JERSEY JE2 4UH

WE’RE MOVING HOME
In addition to our Jersey expansion, we have also moved home in Guernsey.
With an ever-growing team and desire to offer a quality customer experience, we have outgrown
our office in St. Martin and have secured a 4,000sq ft stand-alone office in central St. Peter Port.
Livingroom House in North Clifton offers underground parking together with two floors of office
accommodation above including generous meeting and conference facilities to offer our clients
the highest levels of discretion and comfort. We look forward to welcoming you in our new home!
Please note our telephone number has now changed to +44 1481 715555
(although don’t worry the old number will still work for a year!)
T. +44 1481 715555 | W. WWW.LIVINGROOM.GG | A. LIVINGROOM HOUSE, NORTH CLIFTON, ST. PETER PORT, GUERNSEY GY1 1JR.

ST PIERRE PARK
HOTEL, SPA & GOLF RESORT
ST PETER PORT, GUERNSEY
Imagi≠ your
event here
If you’re looking for the perfect
location for your large event you need
look no further than our La Fontaine Suite.
Our principal banqueting suite is spacious, air-conditioned
and capable of seating 276 for a dinner dance or up to 336
banqueting style. With its own private bar plus a dedicated
outdoor terrace overlooking the lake and fountain make
this the perfect location for you and your guests.
With a variety of seasonal menus available as well as BBQ
or buffet options, we are sure to provide your guests with a
night to remember. Can’t decide? Why not let our culinary
team personalise a menu perfect for your event.
Call the events team to arrange your showround.
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HOTELS
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ISLAND
VIEW
Book direct flights from the UK to
Guernsey at aurigny.com
ALDERNEY
GUERNSEY
HERM
SARK
UK
FRANCE
Whether by land, sea
or air, Guernsey is one
beautiful rock. Here,
En Voyage presents a
variety of options that will
be sure to meet all your
sightseeing needs. Make
sure you don’t miss out on
the wondrous sights the
island has to offer.
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PLEINMONT COASTLINE
JP’S JETSKI SAFARI
BY AIR
It’s fair to say you’ll get a picturesque view
of the island on your way in with Aurigny
but did you know that you can take to
the skies as part of your holiday too?
Book a trial lesson with the Guernsey Aero
Club and sample the magic of flight while
you’re here. Conducted in a four-seater Piper
Warrior, equipped with dual controls, you
will fly from the left-hand seat under the
guidance of an experienced instructor and
can book 45 or 60 minutes. Or for something
truly memorable, book a full air experience
lesson to the D-Day beaches in Normandy.
GO GUERNSEY KAYAKING
ISLAND RIB VOYAGES
BY SEA
What better way to explore our Bailiwick’s
beautiful coastline than at the controls of a
state-of-the-art Yamaha Waverunner jet ski?
JP’s Jetski Safaris will guide you on a fantastic
tour of the Bailiwick’s amazing waters. The
whole experience will last about two hours –
taking the changing and land-based briefing
into consideration – with at least an hour
on the water taking in the best of the local
coastline. And don’t worry, no previous jet ski
experience is necessary – your RYA qualified
instructor will provide full tuition on how to
safely drive one of these exhilarating machines.
JP says ‘I guess I’m not what people typically
imagine a jet skier to be: although I’ve ridden
skis all over the world and first rode one over
25 years ago, my background is primarily in
sailing and powerboats (I’m a Yachtmaster
Offshore for sailing vessels and a former
world champion powerboat racer). I get a lot
of pleasure teaching people how to use the
skis and watching them progress, as well as
opening their eyes to how much fun they can
be when used in a structured and sensible way.
One of the things I’m keen to do is to raise
the profile of jet skis in Guernsey. Historically
jet skis have had a bad reputation as being
noisy and obnoxious. The reality is that
modern four stroke skis are extremely capable
machines which are quiet and comply
with modern environmental requirements.
Used sensibly they are a very viable and
accessible way of accessing the rich marine
environment Guernsey has to offer.’
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BY RAIL
ISLAND RIB VOYAGES
Looking for something else? Island RIB
Voyages have got you covered with a unique
combination of thrill ride as well as wildlife and
history tours. Enjoy the adrenaline rush as you
hurtle between the islands, just inches above
the water, visiting sunny bays and dramatic
caves. You’ll probably spot a vast range of local
birdlife and sealife and there’s always a good
chance of spotting dolphins on the way too.
There are different experiences on offer
including the Herm Explorer, which takes in
seals and puffins, the Sark Coast and Caves
Experience which goes right inside some of
Sark’s dramatic caves. Legends of the Coast
talks about the island’s maritime history,
defences and folklore and for any maritime
enthusiasts out there, there’s also the chance
to get up close and personal with the dramatic
Hanois Lighthouse on the Hanois Encounter.
Lifejackets and waterproof jackets are
provided and don’t worry, the trips are suitable
for the whole family from ages 3 to 90.
Scheduled services can be booked online and
private charters are available too – ideal for
celebrations and corporate functions alike.
For something a little quirky to finish
off your holiday, hop on the Petit Train
and take a tour of St Peter Port.
Tours start and finish on the Albert Pier,
where the kiosk is located, and offer
sightseeing trips around Guernsey’s beautiful
capital. The journey lasts about 35 minutes
and includes on-board commentary
highlighting points of interest and interesting
aspects of the colourful history of the
town. Behind the scenes the commentary
is triggered by GPS and is always aligned
with the position of the Petit Train.
The Petit Train is now also licensed
to operate evening tours which are
advertised on its Facebook page or can
be booked for private events. Evening
Tours last about 90 minutes and include a
live accredited guide on-board. Invariably
the tours finish close to a restaurant
where most passengers complete the
evening with some fine dining.
THE PETIT TRAIN TOURING ST PETER PORT
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BY LAND
Launched earlier this year, Tour Guernsey
offers scenic tours to places on the island that
so often get forgotten about, like the quiet
lanes that criss-cross our beautiful countryside.
Its Land Rover Defender was specially built
to offer unrivalled panoramic views from
the high seating – you can see straight out
in front over the driver and all around you
too, so it’s great for spotting wildlife.
All tours are carried out by founder Andy
Taylor himself who gives an informal
‘commentary’ along the way but keeps
it light and easy going. Guernsey boy
Andy says, ‘Quite simply, I won’t take you
to places I don’t enjoy visiting myself.
Travelling through beautiful lanes where I
like to walk in the evenings and stopping
for homemade cake in traditional kiosks.’
Andy takes great pride in showing off the
island: ‘Guernsey is one truly stonking place
with scenery that can top the Instagram
charts, but we keep it secret – hiding the
scenery down tiny lanes that you wouldn’t
dare take a hire car down! That’s where I
come in – with the perfect vehicle to squeeze
down the lanes, peering over hedgerows
and learning a little along the way.’
A BIT OF EVERYTHING ELSE
TOUR GUERNSEY SCENIC TOURS
Alternatively, Island Coachways’
tours are a great chance to see the highlights
of Guernsey. There’s a variety of tours for
groups; perfect for those visiting individually
or in small numbers who wish to learn
more about the island we call home.
One of the tours is a three-and-a-half-hour
island tour, which takes you to some of the
locals’ favourite places including The Little
Chapel, Pleinmont Point and the Shipwreck
Museum. Island Coachways also offers both
half-day and full-day tours which can be
personalised to suit your requirements.
Go Guernsey Land & Sea is a one-stop shop
for all your sightseeing needs. One of the
best ways to see the island is on a bicycle – a
‘pushang’ as we locals call it – so why not hire
a bike for the duration of your stay and take in
views of the island while getting from A to B?
Trailers and tag-a-longs are also available for
little ones.
Go Guernsey also offers kayaking,
coasteering, and stand-up paddleboarding
so they cover all the bases when it comes to
alternative views.
GO GUERNSEY ‘PUSHANG’ AS WE LOCALS CALL IT
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your message outdoors across the islands
and engage with your audience in the
places that other advertising can’t reach.
Find out more at oi-you.com/AdBikes
A new way
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CREATING
BEAUTIFUL,
AFFORDABLE
KITCHENS
Homeside Warehouse
Pitronnerie Road
St Peter Port
Guernsey
GY1 2RG
www.concept360gsy.com
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COUNTDOWN
TO STARTING
YOUR PROJECT
BY JAMES REGNARD
MANAGING DIRECTOR OF CONCEPT 360 LTD
IS LOGISTICAL SITE PLANNING
IN PLACE?
It is frequently becoming a planning
condition to provide a site management and
logistics plan, but in any case, it makes sense
to draw one up. Access routes, temporary
water and electrical supplies, a waste sorting
area, site welfare facilities and safe loading/
unloading points. All of these form part
of a well-run building site and need to be
understood and planned in advance.
UNDERSTAND YOUR HEALTH &
SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES
All projects put an amount of H&S
responsibility onto the homeowner. Under
CDM 2015 regs, this person is known as the
Principal Designer, which Concept 360 Ltd
supply as part of any project. For projects
lasting more than 30 working days or
involving more than 500 persons working
days, HSE will require a completed F10 Form
before work starts. Failure to do this could
result in a potential site shut down. Ensure
your chosen builder adheres to current H&S
regulations to provide comfort on the above.
GET YOUR BUILDING CONTROL
CHECKS DONE
Works should not commence on site
until you have received your Building
Control Licence. The best way to flush out
any technical issues, particularly with a
listed building, is to work with the Building
Control Officers during your build, not
retrospectively. A reputable builder will
arrange this for you.
ARE YOUR EXTERNAL CONTRACTOR
DOCUMENTS IN ORDER?
The effectiveness and cost certainty of
your project is directly affected by the
amount of information you provide your
chosen builder with from the outset. For
example, obtaining prices based only on
planning drawings will produce a great
deal of provisional sums. By contrast, the
time taken to submit detailed drawings,
specifications, room data sheets,
performance specs and so on, will solicit
detailed tender/quotation returns and pricing
that can generally be assumed to cover the
whole of the works with no hidden surprises
along the way. The trick is to understand
that the output of an agreement is equal in
reliability to the detail contained within the
contract documentation. Time taken now
on this will reap huge rewards later on.
IT IS FREQUENTLY BECOMING
A PLANNING CONDITION TO
PROVIDE A SITE MANAGEMENT
AND LOGISTICS PLAN, BUT
IN ANY CASE, IT MAKES
SENSE TO DRAW ONE UP
COORDINATE THE DESIGN
Make sure that the 3 main sources of
design information – architectural, structural
engineering and M&E (mechanical and
electrical) are examined and coordinated.
For example, check that columns do
not end up in the middle of rooms, that
pipework can be run through voids rather
than appearing underneath a beam, that
flues are hidden and that floor build-ups can
accommodate the floor to ceiling height and
still hide the underfloor heating. At Concept
360 we help you every step of the way with
the design coordination.
For further information, contact:
Concept 360 Ltd for your free copy of
The Concept 360 Planning Guide.
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WHAT’S ON
WHAT’S ON
IN THE BAILIWICK?
14-16 September
SARK ROOTS FESTIVAL
Sark
Back for its third year, the Sark Roots
Festival is a celebration of land, sea
and community, promoting local
initiatives with a global conscience.
A weekend of music, workshops,
food and fun. With a fusion of
international and Channel Island
bands, you can enjoy a wide range
of live music from folk, ska, reggae,
klezmer, steam-punk, rock, and
indie, to techno and drum & bass.
In the spirit of knowledge sharing,
a diverse selection of workshops
will be on offer including African
drumming, belly dancing, juggling,
yoga, reflexology and woodworking.
There will also be loads for the kids
to do in the creative, theatrical, and
messy play area located centrally
for parents' convenience.
19 September
DIGITAL MARKETING
MEETUP – MOBILE
MARKETING
The Digital Greenhouse
The smartphone has become
integral to modern life. The average
UK user spends 2 hours 9 minutes
online on their phone each day and
will check it 10,000 times every year.
In this meetup, look at what you
can do to make sure your website,
campaign and planning is moblified.
1 October-11 November
TENNERFEST
Various restaurants
Each year, restaurants, bistros,
gastro pubs and cafés all take part
in providing fixed price low cost
menus showcasing the best of
their cuisine and the local produce
available in Guernsey. Over 200
restaurants took part last year across
the Channel Islands, offering a vast
range of mouth-watering dishes
including traditional local favourites
such as Bean Jar and Gâche Melée.
5 & 19 October
TENNERFEST TRIBUTE
NIGHTS
Cobo Bay Hotel
Head to the Cobo Bay Hotel for an
evening of great entertainment from
top tribute acts and a delicious twocourse
dinner in the award-winning
restaurant. Enjoy an Adele tribute act
on 5 October and on 19 October,
Freddie Mercury and Brian May.
6 October
COLLABRO
St James Concert Hall
From humble beginnings above
a pub in London to being named
the World’s Most Successful
Musical Theatre group it’s fair to say
Collabro have come a long way
since first bursting into the limelight
on Britain’s Got Talent. The boys
are proud owners of three highly
successful studio albums and a list
of awards and accolades Simon
Cowell himself would be proud of.
15 October
OCTOBER GUERNSEY
CHAMBER LUNCH
The OGH Hotel
Informative and fun. Join the
October Chamber lunch for
great networking, delicious food
and a fascinating speaker. Nonmembers
also welcome.
17 October
PARENT-TO-BE EVENT
Creasey’s Department Store
Taking place every three months,
the events will run from 6.30-
8.30pm in the nursery shop and
are designed to help you feel more
knowledgeable about essential baby
products. Expert staff will be on
hand to share some great tips on
the millions of things that make up
the world of baby ‘stuff’. One ticket
costs £10 and admits two people.
All ticket sales are going to The
Priaulx Premature Baby Foundation.
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WHAT’S ON
ELSEWHERE?
12 September
MEET THE
PILOTS
Airport West Apron
This popular event, enabling
the public to get up close
to the Air Display aircraft
and talk to their pilots, is
currently planned to feature
Aurigny’s own Junior Joey.
15-30 September
AUTUMN
WALKING
FESTIVAL
Island-wide
Whether you want to take a
short scenic stroll, a challenging
cliff-top ramble or discover our
historic capital, the Autumn
Walking Festival has walks to
suit everyone. Guided walks
include coastal, inland and
town walks, historical, nature
and the Arts; all led by the
Bailiwick of Guernsey’s gold
and silver Accredited Guides.
TOTALLY THAMES 2018, MOTHER DANUBE, PHOTO © ED STONE
TOTALLY THAMES 2018
1-30 September
@Various locations,
London
Totally Thames’ fantastic annual
season of over 100 events
celebrating the River Thames
is back. Running for the whole
month, this year’s festival will
include an iconic boat race,
unseen archives, a poetry boat
party, pop-up performances and
live music under the river in Tower
Bridge’s Bascule Chambers.
totallythames.org
BRITISH FILM FESTIVAL
26-30 September
@Various cinemas,
Dinard
The British Film Festival was
created in 1990. This event flies
the flag for Dinard, the most British
of French seaside resorts, and has
become a real vehicle for all films
wishing to conquer the European
market. The British Film Festival
has enabled visitors to discover the
adventures and ups and downs
of British film, with interest and
often passion. Every year, for five
days and in five different cinemas,
Dinard shows six competing
films, 10 or so premieres, 20 or
so short films, and has a jury and
some 30,000 festival-goers.
festivaldufilm-dinard.com
MADAGASCAR –
A MUSICAL ADVENTURE
9-13 October
@ Bristol Hippodrome,
Bristol
Join Alex the Lion, Marty the
Zebra, Melman the Giraffe,
Gloria the hip hip Hippo and
the hilarious, plotting penguins
in the musical adventure of a
lifetime. Based on the smash hit
DreamWorks animated motion
picture, Madagascar – A Musical
Adventure – follows all of your
favourite crack-a-lackin’ friends as
they escape from their home in
New York’s Central Park Zoo and
find themselves on an unexpected
journey to the madcap world
of King Julien’s Madagascar.
MANCHESTER
FOLK FESTIVAL
18-21 October
@Various locations,
Manchester
After a successful début in Autumn
2017, the only festival dedicated
to promoting and supporting
new English folk and acoustic
music returns to Manchester for
a weekend of large scale and
intimate gigs, workshops and
singarounds across the city. With
15 gigs across some of
Manchester’s most loved
institutions, venue are less than
10 minutes’ walk from each
other, creating an intimate
festival hub centred around
creative institution HOME.
manchesterfolkfestival.org.uk
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Island of
beauty
Often described as the
hidden gem of the Channel
Islands, Alderney offers a
unique, peaceful and
relaxing escape.
Book direct flights from
the UK to Guernsey at
aurigny.com
ALDERNEY
GUERNSEY
HERM
SARK
UK
FRANCE
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At just one and a half miles wide and
three and a half miles long, you are never
far from the charming town centre of
Saint Anne or beautiful coastline. The
island is host to a wide variety of events
and stunning natural heritage. It enjoys
a mild climate and boasts 50 miles of
walking paths, 12 restaurants, seven
stunning beaches and even a cinema.
DINING
Whether it’s a quick lunch with family or
an evening meal with friends, there are
dining options galore. From fresh, locally
caught seafood and local beef, pork and
dairy, to world cuisine such as tapas, Thai,
French and Indian food, you’ll be spoilt for choice.
Most restaurants are in St Anne or along the harbour.
Victoria Street and the High Street have half a dozen
spots between them and you can walk the length of
both in minutes. Coronation Inn and the Campania
are always busy for drinks, with the latter having
THE WHITE SANDS OF ALDERNEY BEACHES
ALFRESCO DINING IN ST ANNE
BEACHES
Saye beach is a popular family beach.
Situated between Braye Beach and Arch
Bay, it has a perfect curve of white sand
nestled in between rocky headlands.
Saye is just over the dunes from the
island’s only campsite. It was named as
one of Countryfile’s beaches of the year in 2016. Braye
Beach is only a few minutes’ walk from the harbour
and town, and is sheltered by Alderney’s famous
Breakwater. Longis Bay is on the south-east coast and
has a wide, half mile sandy beach facing south. It is
protected from winds by a long wall built during the
German Occupation and is a favourite with sunbathers
and rockpoolers. Corblets Beach, on the north coast,
is the best for surfing. Arch Bay is a small sheltered
beach adjoining Corblets Bay, ideal for young children.
SPECTACULAR VIEWS ACROSS ALDERNEY GOLF CLUB
excellent food to boot. Hotels are also good for
sundowners, with the likes of the Belle Vue Hotel also
having a decent menu and relaxing atmosphere. At
Braye Harbour, the upscale Braye Beach Hotel has a
nice terrace overlooking Alderney’s favourite shore.
Noteworthy places include the Georgian House on
Victoria Street for breakfast and lunch, the nearby
Grays Nellie for tasty Indian food and Mel’s Tearoom
for a spot of homemade cake and a cup of Earl Grey.
ACTIVITIES AND SIGHTSEEING
Walking in Alderney gives you the
chance to explore its wide-open
landscapes, green pastures and rugged
cliffs. The Alderney Golf Club offers a rewarding
nine-hole golfing challenge, with spectacular views.
The island Tennis Club has four county-sized tennis
courts open to the public. If you prefer exploring on
the water instead, why not spend some time in Longis
Bay in a transparent kayak? The quaint cobbled town
offers quirky shopping opportunities, from boutiques
and bookshops to perfumeries and bakeries.
Alderney Tours provide two-hour round island
guided tours and more. You can check out the
island on the water too. Alderney Gift Box’s Lady
Maris II does round island boat tours, trips to
Cherbourg and Sark, while Sula of Braye offers
seabird safari boat tours. Walking tours of St Anne
and guided heritage walks can be organised at the
Information Centre (24 hours’ notice necessary).
The Alderney Wildlife Trust organises bat and
hedgehog walks every Wednesday evening.
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THE ICONIC ATLANTIC PUFFIN
WILDLIFE
ACCOMMODATION
There’s plenty of fascinating things to
see in Alderney this autumn. Thousands of
passerines and good numbers of raptors,
waders and waterfowl pass through
Alderney on their journey to their wintering sites. It’s
certainly one of the most exciting times in the year
for any birder, ringer, researcher and naturalist, and
the best one to visit the Alderney Bird Observatory.
You will find a number of cosy,
privately-owned hotels and friendly
guest houses, as well as self-catering
accommodation. The choice is rich
and varied. Tucked away in the sand
dunes, Saye Beach Campsite is the place for camping
in Alderney. Fully-equipped tents are available for
hire or you can bring your own. There’s the popular
Braye Hotel overlooking Braye Bay (from £110 to
£236 prpn), Harbour Lights (from £80 to £100 prpn),
St Anne’s Guest House (from £35 to £44 pppn), and
Farm Court (from £55 to £120 pppn), to name a few.
BRAYE HOTEL OVERLOOKING BRAYE BAY
GETTING AROUND
WALKING NEAR FORT CLONQUE
Cycle hire is available from Auto-
Motion (Braye Harbour) and Cycle and
Surf (bottom of Victoria Street). Car
Hire is available from Auto-Motion and
Braye Hire Cars. If you need a taxi, contact A1 Taxis
for airport and hotel transfers or Island Taxis.
ALL IMAGES COURTESY OF VISITGUERNSEY
WHAT’S ON
IN ALDERNEY?
22-23 September
21st Annual
Alderney
Air Races
Planes from around
Britain come to
compete in this
popular aviation event.
8 October
Draconid Meteors
The Draconid
meteor shower, also
sometimes known
as the Giacobinids, is
one of the two meteor
showers to annually
grace the skies in
October. Alderney is
the perfect location
to stargaze since the
island is low-lying,
with pristine air from
across the Atlantic.
27 October-
4 November
Autumn Festival
A festival full of
Halloween events,
including bonfires,
fireworks, conker
tournaments, live
music and food.
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ADVERTORIAL
LIFE AT ONZE ONZE
In February 2016, owners of Onze Onze approached JG
Architecture Limited (JGA) with a brief to remove their
existing conservatory, eliminate damp related issues
within the property and to provide them with a modern,
contemporary extension comprising a new master bedroom
with ensuite, a sewing room and a lounge with the capability
of doubling up as an entertaining space that maximises views
over the west coast of Guernsey.
With this brief, our team worked
closely with the client to agree upon
a design ready for submission to The
Development & Planning Authority.
Utilising our knowledge of Planning
Policies and the benefit of a Preapplication
enquiry, we were able to
obtain Planning Permission for our
client at the first attempt. We were
pleased to report that our Building
Control Application also sailed through
with only standard conditions imposed
on the license.
Having successfully delivered this
project through these stages we
then sought to find a local building
contractor who could carry out
the required works in line with our
specifications and within our client’s
budget. Rihoy & Son were our first
point of call in view of JGA’s growing
relationship with the contractor.
Following our analysis of their tender, a
negotiated contract value was agreed
and a JCT building contract put to
effect that named JGA as the Contract
Administrator for the works.
With most construction projects, their
lies uncertainty over the condition
of the ground conditions until full
excavation works are carried out.
These ground conditions can influence
the sub-structure design and of course
with that, time and cost of the project.
Once excavation works began at Onze
Onze, it was soon realised that the sub
strata consisted of granite, limiting
the depth of excavation. This required
close and immediate attention from
CBL Consulting Engineers (the
appointed Structural Engineer) and
The Building Control Officer to agree a
revised sub structure design.
The topographical orientation of Onze
Onze positions the site in front of
and below agricultural land, meaning
that a waterproofing solution was
required to cater for the below ground
structures included in the design. In
view of this and with excavation works
complete, JGA liaised closely with a
SIKA representative to agree the most
appropriate product and construction
details for this particular project to
ensure that the damp issues previously
experienced by the client, were not
repeated.
Works to the superstructure combined
a lightweight, timber frame ‘link’
structure that provides separation
between the existing dwelling and the
main extension. The visual separation
being a horizontal timber cladding
finish to contrast against the render
systems of the main structures.
With the new master bedroom/
ensuite provided at ground floor level,
the desired lounge and entertaining
space is provided above, comprising
a pair of vaulted ceilings with glazed
gable windows to the south and bifolding
doors to the north that once
opened, provide the highly sought
after transition between indoor and
outdoor environments on to a 60m2
terrace with elevated views over the
west coast. The lounge connects into
the main dwelling via the previously
mentioned lightweight link structure
that comprises a glazed roof over,
completing the source of natural light
available to this new space.
Modern and contemporary design
was in the brief and as such included
a curved gallery/reception area that
also leads onto the terrace to provide
that contrast to the angular design
provided by the new and existing gable
ended structures.
All material finishes have been
specifically selected to compliment
the spaces provided, with particular
attention given to the feature oak
beams within the vaulted ceilings of
the new lounge that marry with the
engineered oak floor and new oak
staircase.
This project was delivered over
a 36 week period that has seen
collaborative working between all
parties involved, making it one of the
most enjoyable building contracts
to have administered, with the final
product speaking for itself.
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JGA would like to thank Rihoy & Son
and their sub-contractors for their
efforts in completing a project that has
met and often exceeded expectations.
Should you be interested in realising
a project such as Onze Onze, please
contact JG Architecture Ltd through
our website at www.jga.gg/contact
“When we were considering upgrading Onze Onze we wanted a designer who
shared our vision for the property. James and Miles of JG Architecture Ltd
definitely shared our vision and then took the practical application to another
level especially in respect of the architectural features and the internal layout
of the property, whilst gaining our thoughts on a regular basis, throughout
the planning stages. The result being that not only does the property look
fantastic but it works better than we anticipated from a practical perspective.
“Onze Onze represents Rihoy &
Son’s first significant project with
JGA - A project that has provided
pleasure and satisfaction to all
parties involved.
During the construction phase James and Miles continued to manage the
project to a high standard, working closely with the main contractor, to ensure
that the vision and their design worked as well in final form as it promised
on paper. Overall JG Architecture Ltd have allowed us to realise a vision of a
modern house, with a wow factor, whilst still retaining a homely feel.”
OWNERS OF ONZE ONZE
In order for any Building Contractor
to successfully deliver a project,
they require timely decisions, good
communication, orderly disciplined
meetings and a knowledgeable
contract administrator.
We found all of this working with
James Gavey and Miles Pengelley
of JG Architecture Ltd. and look
forward to working with them again
in the future.”
Contact us for your FREE initial on-site consultation
or visit www.jga.gg for further information.
E: info@jga.gg | T: 01481 245767
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ISLAND
VOICE
Finland, South Africa, Australia – Nessi Gomes’
music has travelled a long way since she débuted
her voice in a St Peter Port restaurant. And those are
just the air miles racked up since July.
The last three years have seen singer-songwriter
Nessi Gomes perform around the globe, including
at Glastonbury and the iconic Roundhouse in
London. She won the Best of British Unsigned
Female Award in 2016, and released her début
album, Diamonds & Demons, which enjoyed airplay
on BBC Radio 1, BBC Radio 2 and 6 Music.
Reviewing her album, The Guardian lauded
her ‘hauntingly atmospheric and lushly textured
nods to Björk and Kate Bush.’ Comparisons
don’t come much better than that, do they?
Nessi is, without doubt, one of Guernsey’s best
musical exports, and in February she returned to
the island for a special home-coming concert at St
James’ Concert Hall, featuring a live orchestra.
‘That was definitely one of my best shows of all
time, even though it cost an absolute fortune to bring
my musicians over from the UK,’ said the 37-yearold,
who will be back in the island later this year,
before touring again in Europe and the Middle East.
‘I really enjoy the experience of touring as you
get to meet really wonderful people and see parts
of the world that perhaps I wouldn’t normally
have a chance to visit. I guess the downsides are
not having a home or much privacy, and having
no routine and becoming unfit from all the long
travelling. I guess it looks a lot more glamorous than
the reality, but I wouldn’t change it for the world.’
Despite currently living out of a suitcase, Nessi
still considers Guernsey home. She was born
and raised on the island to Portuguese parents
REVIEWING HER ALBUM, THE
GUARDIAN LAUDED HER ‘HAUNTINGLY
ATMOSPHERIC AND LUSHLY TEXTURED
NODS TO BJÖRK AND KATE BUSH.’
COMPARISONS DON’T COME MUCH
BETTER THAN THAT DO THEY?
– a joint heritage that is reflected in her music,
which blends traditional Portuguese Fado folk
music with a contemporary British sound.
Growing up, music was her escape, and by
the age of 15, she was performing in local
restaurants and pubs and making a name for
herself on the Guernsey circuit, before joining
a funk band called Dave for five years.
‘I have always loved music from as young as I
can remember. It was a great way to escape to
other worlds. I was quite a troubled kid and music
and singing was a way for me to express parts of
myself that words didn’t manage to do,’ she said.
‘But I think, as a musician, it is inevitable that if you
want to take your work to the next level then leaving
Guernsey is something that needs to be done, if
you wish to evolve in your path. Guernsey was a
great starting point and a great school during my
early years – you could try a load of new songs in
bars and no one would listen because people were
drunk, so it was a great place to build on material
and practise without feeling too self-conscious.’
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Touring the world and recording
an album were never on Nessi’s
radar. She didn’t harbour dreams
of becoming a professional
musician, but the turning point
came when travelling in Central
and South America. What was
intended to be one last trip
before settling down ended up
as a profound experience that
would impact her life forever.
‘I travelled to Peru and
somewhere along my journey I
partook in a variety of traditional
Ayahuasca ceremonies which
totally changed my life and my
music in ways that I could never
have imagined,’ she said.
‘I am so grateful for those
meaningful experiences and
it has continued to give me
the strength to live my life in
totality, to take risks, to not be
afraid to fail. The only failure
I can see in life is regret.’
In October 2013, Nessi returned
to Britain with a reshaped view
of the world, raw material, and
a vision to record an album. She
turned to Grammy-nominated
producer and filmmaker
Duncan Bridgeman for help
and, over 18 months, the pair
locked themselves away on
a rusty, blue canal boat on
London’s Regent’s Canal to
create Diamonds & Demons,
released in October 2016.
‘I do admit, creating the album
was not an easy experience for me
but that’s also why I have so much
respect and love for that journey,
because it challenged me in ways
‘I TRAVELLED TO PERU
AND SOMEWHERE
ALONG MY JOURNEY
I PARTOOK IN A VARIETY
OF TRADITIONAL
AYAHUASCA CEREMONIES
WHICH TOTALLY
CHANGED MY LIFE AND
MY MUSIC IN WAYS THAT
I COULD NEVER HAVE
IMAGINED,’ SHE SAID
I didn’t think were possible,’ she
said, hinting that she may return
to the studio sometime next year.
For Nessi, voice has always been
more than just an instrument.
Singing is her therapeutic
release and she truly believes
in its healing potential, which is
why she gives Vocal Odyssey
workshops around the world:
‘The voice engages every part of
our being from our breath, body,
mind, heart and soul. I suffered
from depression and anxiety
for years and singing played a
major part in my recovery.’
Next year, she plans to take a
year off from shows and create
new material – something that
touring doesn’t allow the time
or emotional space for. It’s a
prospect that fills her with delight.
‘I never planned for this, it wasn’t
even my dream. It was what life
seemed to present and I went for
it. I always say that we sometimes
think that we are the ones that
make plans in life but the truth
is, at least in my experience, life
makes plans for us – it’s whether
or not we choose to listen.’
Diamonds & Demons is available
to buy on Apple Music.
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the centre and the Mayan ruins, beaches and jungles
of the south. Given its vast size, you’d need a very long
holiday to explore the whole country – but the Yucatán
Peninsula is a good place to start. Not only does it have
some of the best beaches in the world, but it also has
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Mexico is a federal republic situated between
the US and Central America and is known for its
beaches and its varied landscape of mountains,
deserts and jungles. The country features ancient
ruins such as Teotihuacán and the Mayan city
of Chichén Itzá, as well as Spanish colonial-era
towns. Covering over 760,000 square miles,
Mexico is the fifth largest country in the Americas
and, with its rich culture and history, the nation
ranks first in the region by number of UNESCO
World Heritage Sites. Spanish is the national
language of Mexico and its currency is the peso.
HOW TO GET THERE
Aurigny operates regular flights to Gatwick
and British Airways flies to Cancún daily, with a
flight time of ten and a half hours. Tour operators
TUI and Thomas Cook also offer direct flights
to Cancún, so it may be worth looking into
booking flights or holiday packages with them.
There are three time zones in Mexico, with the
Caribbean Coast being six hours behind GMT.
WHEN TO GO
Mexico is a year-round destination, with
temperatures rarely falling below 20°C, even in
winter. However, September and October are the
rainiest months and along the beaches it’s hurricane
season. In resorts like Acapulco and Cancún, the
months from December through to April are the
busiest. A November holiday would be ideal, with
the rains over and the peak season not yet begun.
WHERE TO STAY
If you’re heading to the Yucatán Peninsula, lively
Cancún is teeming with luxury hotels, nightlife
and mezcal bars, but almost nothing existed in the
area before 1970. Towns further south are more
authentic, such as bohemian Tulum on the Riviera
Maya or Playa del Carmen, which has cobbled streets
that are lined with bars, restaurants and clubs.
The Mayakoba complex is situated between
Cancún and Playa del Carmen and has a calming
environment of beach, lagoon and canals, with lots
of exotic birds and reptiles for company. With 401
suites, Fairmont Mayakoba is the biggest and oldest
of its hotels, whilst the Andaz is brightened by graffiti
artist Senkoe’s vivid murals of local wildlife. In the
heart of Playa del Carmen, the Grand Hyatt Resort
features slick, modern architecture and is a twominute
walk from Mamitas Beach. Live Aqua Boutique
is a small, charming all-inclusive resort located on
La Quinta Avenida, the town’s thriving main hub.
In Tulum, Villa Pescadores is a boutique beachside
resort with thatched palapas (bungalows)
surrounded by tiny picket fences. Like most hotels
in Tulum, it doesn’t have a pool, but the ocean
is right on your doorstep. The beach does have
a coconut palm and frangipani-fringed pool,
and provides free yoga classes every morning
as well as complimentary use of its bicycles.
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VIBRANT CANCUN
GETTING THERE
FROM GUERNSEY
All the flights we looked at depart around
09:30, a civilised time that means you
can enjoy some breakfast after staying
overnight at a Gatwick hotel.
Return flights land in the morning, so
you’ll have plenty of Aurigny flights from
which to choose to get home.
EATING & DRINKING
Forget what you think you know about Mexican
food – you won’t find chilli con carne outside the
tourist spots and it isn’t all spicy. The cuisine is
influenced by indigenous Mesoamerican, Spanish,
European and Caribbean cuisines, and staple
ingredients include beans, corn, avocados and chilli
peppers, with many dishes seasoned with anchiote
(a sweet, peppery sauce) and sour oranges.
Mexico’s national drink is tequila, distilled from the
agave plant and produced mainly in the state of Jalisco.
Mezcal is made from the maguey plant and is basically
a less refined version of tequila. Mexican beer, such as
Sol and Dos Equis, is mostly light lager but you can also
get dark beer – try Negra Modelo or Bohémia Obscura.
Cacao has been cultivated in Mexico for many
centuries and traditional hot chocolate is a spicy,
semi-bitter concoction nothing like the milky
drink you’ll have tried at home. Go to a coffeegrowing
area or a traditional coffeehouse for
a lovely caffeine hit, and do try café de olla,
which is stewed with cinnamon and sugar.
WHAT TO DO
The Yucatán Peninsula is the longest continuously
settled part of Mexico, with evidence of Mayan
inhabitants as early as 2500 BC. Chichén Itzá is the
most extensively restored and most visited of all the
Mayan sites, but the clifftop ruins at Tulum are the
most picturesque.
Campeche State boasts a huge area of tropical forest,
the Calakmul Biosphere Reserve. The entire coast is a
haven for wildlife: turtles at the Sian Ka’an Biosphere
Reserve in Quintana Roo and flocks of flamingos
at Celestún and Río Lagartos. Magnificent offshore
coral growth forms part of the world’s second largest
barrier reef, and look out for cenotes – freshwater lakes
formed when soft limestone caves collapse to create
wild swimming spots. The Ik Kil cenote near Chichén
Itzá is spectacular; it’s featured in the Red Bull Cliff
Diving World Series, but that is an activity best left to
the experts.
The island of Isla Mujeres is 13 kilometres from
Cancún. It’s known for fantastic beaches such as Playa
Norte, and snorkelling and scuba diving on the coral
reefs. At Punta Sur there’s a lighthouse, the remains of
a Mayan temple and a sanctuary for sea turtles. Its
narrow streets are lined with colourful wooden houses
and compared to the bigger resorts, you’ll experience a
slower pace of life and a true island vibe.
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Join us at The Old Government House Hotel in The Crown Club
for delicious dining and sophisticated cocktails.
With unrivalled sea views and beautiful gardens the hotel is famed
for its iconic location in the heart of St Peter Port.
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SOUTHAMPTON
HOTEL PICKS
BRISTOL
MERCURE BRISTOL
BRIGSTOW HOTEL
Mercure Bristol Brigstow Hotel is situated in a prime
city centre location overlooking the river and tree-lined
boulevard of Welsh Back, which is right in the heart
of this historic but energetic city. Bristol’s shopping
districts including Cabot Circus and the fantastic
nightlife are all within an easy short stroll away, as well
as easy access to many of the best tourist attractions
with a ferry terminal right on the hotels doorstep.
The 116 stylish bedrooms are fully equipped
with all the facilities that you’d expect from a
modern four-star boutique style hotel.
CHEWTON GLEN
Chewton Glen Hotel & Spa is a five-star
luxury country house hotel which is part of
the Relais & Chateaux Group. Delightfully
located in the New Forest National
Park but also a short walk away from
the coast and the beaches of Highcliffe
and Barton on Sea, you can enjoy its
award-winning spa and restaurant set
within 130 acres stunning countryside.
Why not pamper yourself for a day
or make a break of it and stay in one
of the rooms, suites or even treat
yourself to a Private Treehouse?
REVIEWS
‘Wish I could give six stars!’
‘Pampered and spoilt from the moment
you arrive’
REVIEWS
‘Beautiful spot, great location’
LONDON
‘Best hotel I have stayed in for years!’
IBIS LONDON CITY
Sitting just 15 minutes from the banks of
the River Thames and 10 minutes from
Liverpool Street station, Ibis London
City positions you in the perfect spot
for exploring London’s attractions.
Situated in the financial heart of the city,
the hotel is within walking distance of
Tower Bridge and Tower of London.
With a décor that pays homage to nearby
Brick Lane, this modern hotel remains a
top choice if you are seeking relaxation,
culture and the ultimate night’s sleep.
Why not explore the food markets in Brick
Lane and the independent shops and
cafés in Shoreditch during your stay?
REVIEWS
‘A perfect fit for our taste’
‘Best hotel in East London’
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48 HOURS IN
LEEDS
With a thriving arts scene, rich sporting heritage,
and pulsating nightlife, Leeds is a city bursting with
energy and excitement. Recent developments have
propelled its Victorian city centre and distinctive
mill district into the 21st century, attracting
stylish boutiques, innovative coffee houses and
restaurants, and people seeking an alternative to
London. Listed in Lonely Planet’s top 10 European
travel destinations last year, this proud northern city
has plenty to offer and lots to explore in two days.
Book direct flights to
Leeds Bradford from
Guernsey at aurigny.com
GETTING THERE
Aurigny operates regular flights between Guernsey and
Leeds Bradford Airport. The airport is situated at the heart
of the Leeds city region, approximately eight miles from
Leeds city centre and seven miles from Bradford and is
one of the fastest growing regional airports in the UK.
CHECK IN
£££ DAKOTA DELUXE
The five-star Dakota Deluxe is an award-winning
boutique brand boasting 84 luxurious rooms, an
extraordinary bar and grill as well as a champagne room.
Perfectly located less than a five-minute walk from Leeds’
train station, art gallery and main shopping district.
££ DOUBLETREE BY HILTON
The DoubleTree by Hilton is the perfect choice for a
city centre break. Part of the recently renovated Granary
Wharf, the hotel has all modern amenities covered, plus
its very own Sky Lounge is the highest bar in the city and
a destination in itself.
£ IBIS STYLES
Ibis Styles offers convenience and comfort at an
affordable price. It’s on Wade Lane in the north-eastern
corner of the city centre, five minutes’ walk from Leeds
City Museum.
TRINITY SHOPPING CENTRE LEEDS
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DAY 1
1PM – CRAFT WORKSHOP
9AM – TAKE A VIEW
Start your trip with a tour of Leeds Town Hall where you
can hear stories of the city’s infamous criminals, see the
old prison cells, then tackle the 203-step climb to the
clock tower where you will be rewarded with the best
vantage point of Leeds majestic skyline. Tours last around
an hour and a half.
NORTHERN MONK BREWERY
©NMBCO-TOM JOY
Leeds is home to a number of wonderful independent
breweries, but if you like to get up close and personal,
the team at Northern Monk Brewery will give you a tour
before you head upstairs to the refectory to sample a
few. The city’s love of real ale and craft beer has led to
the creation of the Leeds International Beer Festival taking
place 6-9 September and promises to the best yet.
3PM – GALLERIES GALORE
LEEDS TOWN HALL
11AM – RETAIL THERAPY
Next it’s time to soak up the incredible diverse
shopping by exploring Trinity Leeds, the city’s largest
retail destination and home to more than 120 high
street favourites. If you’re looking for designer goods,
head to the Victoria Quarter, also home to the UK’s
largest stained glass window. Find Mulberry and Louis
Vuitton among others and while you’re there why
not grab lunch in the stylish Harvey Nichols Café.
FAZENDA BAR & GRILL IMAGE COURTESY OF
FAZENDA BAR & GRILL
HENRY MOORE INSTITUTE
©SARAH MASON
Spend the afternoon immersing yourself in the city’s
culture by heading to the Cultural Quarter, home to
a number of museums and galleries just metres from
one another. Be sure to visit the Henry Moore Institute,
part of the Yorkshire Sculpture Triangle which houses
the largest collection of sculpture in Europe, as well as
Leeds City Museum, which hosts six interactive galleries.
7.30PM – COLOURFUL CUISINE
Make your way to Granary Wharf and begin your night
with a few drinks at The Hop, a traditional real-ale house
with a contemporary spin, before crossing the courtyard
to taste traditional Brazilian cuisine at Fazenda Bar & Grill.
Here, be treated to a unique dining experience – each
diner is given a card with red on one side and green on
the other, turn your card green side up for continuous
table side service with an abundance of grilled meats on
giant skewers and turn it red once you’ve had your fill.
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LEFT: LS6 CAFÉ
IMAGE COURTESY OF LS6 CAFÉ
DAY 2
ABOVE: LEEDS GRAND THEATRE AUDITORIUM
IMAGE @ANT ROBLING
10AM – FUEL UP
Leeds saw the biggest rise of independent eateries in
the country last year, tying with Newcastle for the top
spot, so there are plenty of places to sink your teeth
into. Try breakfast at LS6 – one of the longest running
independent businesses in Leeds. Today it still stands
as one of the most popular and frequently visited cafés
and holds a reputation for the best breakfasts around.
11.30AM – ROYAL DISCOVERY
Make your way to the Royal Armouries, one of
the UK’s best museums for budding historians
and fans of adventure, and home to the country’s
largest collection of armour, arms and artillery.
Discover armour through the ages in the
numerous galleries, have a go at sword fighting
and enjoy the spectacle of jousting, before ending
your visit in the awe-inspiring Hall of Steel.
3PM – SPORTING SUBURB
Yorkshire has a proud sporting tradition and Leeds
is home to some of the best clubs in the country.
For the afternoon why not take a look around
Headingley Stadium – a well-known sporting
complex in the suburb of Headingley in Leeds, West
Yorkshire. The stadium is home to the Yorkshire
County Cricket Club team, Yorkshire Carnegie Rugby
Union team and also Leeds Rhinos Rugby League.
5PM – EAT, DRINK & PLAY
For a bit of fun and food, visit the American themed
Roxy Ball Room. This unique bar is the perfect place
to relax while challenging your friends to a game
of ping pong, American pool, beer pong and a
nine-hole mini golf course. While you’re there, tuck
into fresh handmade dough pizzas and a range of
burgers and flatbreads, all washed down with a great
selection of craft ales and signature cocktails.
7PM – GRAND FINALE
Leeds is proud to be the only UK city outside
London to boast its own repertory theatre and
ballet and opera companies. Catching a show
is the perfect way to spend your final evening
in the city, in the beautifully ornate Leeds Grand
Theatre, be it soaking up the emotion of one of the
Northern Ballet’s award-winning performances,
taking in the drama of an exceptional play or
experiencing your first opera from Opera North.
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BOOK A ROMANTIC STAY
AT LA SABLONNERIE ON THE ISLAND OF SARK
Free from cars and artificial
light pollution, the Island of Sark
is beautiful, wild and natural.
An institution on the island is La
Sablonnerie Hotel, which has won
numerous awards and accolades.
But for many, it’s the food they
have enjoyed there that has
brought them back time-and-time
again. Owner, Elizabeth Perrée
explains that ‘keeping it local’ has
gathered them a global fan-base.
Under head chef, Colin Day, the
kitchen produces gourmet dishes
prepared from produce grown on
La Sablonnerie’s farm and gardens
whenever possible, along with
locally-caught lobster and oysters.
Elizabeth said: ‘I have a
wonderful team at the hotel who
make sure our guests are cared
for during every part of their stay.
Our two Michelin-starred chefs
in the kitchen produce superb
food and so I know ever meal
will be a delight.’ Candlelit fine
dining in the restaurant will help
explain why La Sablonnerie was
given the Condé Nast Johansens
accolade of ‘most romantic hotel’
as well as ‘small hotel of the year’.
Elizabeth says, ‘We were very
proud to receive those awards,
along with recognition from the
Which? hotel guide as ‘the place
to stay in the Channel Islands’.
But we know we must keep trying
to improve what we can offer our
guests, such as with our recent
refurbishment of our rooms. We
want to guarantee that anyone
staying with us will enjoy not only
fabulous food but exceptionallystylish
and comfortable rooms
and unsurpassed service.’
Call Elizabeth
on +44 (0) 1481 832061
sablonneriesark.com
reservations@sablonneriesark.com
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MAKING FAMILY
MEMORIES
MANOR FARM BURLESDON
IMAGE COURTESY OF MANOR FARM BURLESDON
Taking the family to Southampton?
Want a fun-filled adventure creating
memories with your kids that will last
a lifetime? Budget-friendly and easily
accessible? Want something for the
youngest among us and the adults too?
We’ve got you covered with the best
places to eat, sleep, and play when you’re
visiting England’s south coast this autumn.
The Please DO Touch Trail at Southampton City Art
Gallery is a tactile and interactive exhibition created for
young children who are encouraged to get handson
with the art. The trail around the gallery allows
children to experiment with colour through sensory
play, curate their own exhibition in a new mini-gallery,
SOUTHAMPTON CITY ART GALLERY
and create their own artworks to display. In addition to
the Please DO Touch Trail the gallery hosts workshops
for kids of all ages. The Mini Monets Club, geared
towards one-to-six-year-olds, is a fun-packed session
using a range of materials and methods to create a
beautiful piece of artwork to take home, all for just £6.
Plus, mums and dads don’t have to clear up.
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via Alderney from Guernsey at aurigny.com
If the kids need to expel some energy, Manor Farm in
Bursledon will keep them occupied for hours. Guided
tours of the farm are extremely interactive and include
feeding time with the farmer. On top of a Victorian
schoolroom, where children can compare modern
and Victorian school lessons, there are traditional
barns, workshops a farmhouse, cottage, church,
and café. While you visit Manor Farm, you must also
explore the beautiful surroundings of River Hamble
Country Park’s woodland and wildlife too. Children
3-16 are £5 and children under three are free. Adults
are £8. Family tickets are available also.
WALKING ALONGSIDE THE RIVER HAMBLE
IMAGE ©VISITENGLAND/VISITHAMPSHIRE
BELOW: HANDS ON WITH ART AT
SOUTHAMPTON CITY ART GALLERY
IMAGE COURTESY OF SOUTHAMPTON CITY ART GALLERY
MANOR FARM BURLESDON
IMAGE COURTESY OF MANOR FARM BURLESDON
SOUTHAMPTON CITY ART GALLERY
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ITCHEN VALLEY COUNTRY PARK
- GO APE’S TREE TOP ADVENTURE
IMAGES COURTESY OF GO APE
ANYONE 10 YEARS
AND UP CAN STEP
INTO A HARNESS AND
CROSS THE TREETOPS
ON A NETWORK OF
CHALLENGING TREE TOP
CROSSWAYS AND WHIZZ
ALONG ZIP WIRES
If your family is on the more
adventurous side and enjoys
outdoor activities, Itchen Valley
Country Park is home to Go Ape’s
Tree Top Adventure and Tree Top
Junior high ropes course. Anyone
10 years and up can step into a
harness and cross the treetops
on a network of challenging tree
top crossways and whizz along
zip wires, the longest of which is
185 meters. 10-to-15-year-olds
are £25 and 16+ is £33. The Tree
Top Junior course is designed
for kids of all ages as long as
they stand one metre tall and are
accompanied by an adult. The
course includes a 104-metre zip
line. All ages cost £18.
Now that you’ve built up an
appetite, Bacaro offers a relaxed
atmosphere, delicious food, and
drinks for the whole family. One
of the highlights offered at Bacaro
is the family-style sharing roast on
Sundays. There are also cocktails
for the grown-ups! There’s plenty
of indoor seating and outdoors too
if the weather is favourable.
GO APE’S TREE TOP ADVENTURE
GO APE’S TREE TOP ADVENTURE
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THE PIG IN THE WALL HOTEL BEDROOM
THE PIG IN THE WALL HOTEL BREAKFAST
The Art House Gallery Café &
Venue, located at 178 Above Bar
Street in Southampton, is perfect
for the family. The Art House is
an award-winning organic café
open during the day and evening
for food and drinks with music,
poetry and theatre, crafts, books,
and art by local artists on sale. This
community-run not for profit is
definitely not to be missed.
THERE ARE PLENTY OF
ACTIVITIES FOR THE
FAMILY TOO WITH PLAY
AREAS FOR THE KIDS,
A MINIATURE RAILWAY
AND HUNDREDS OF
ACRES OF PARKLAND
GIVING WAY TO VIEWS OF
SOUTHAMPTON AND THE
ISLE OF WIGHT
If camping isn’t quite your style,
but if all the fun of camping with
the luxury of a log-burning stove,
carpets and soft mattresses tickle
your fancy, Bell Tent Glamping is
set in the historic grounds of Royal
Victoria Country Park. There are
plenty of activities for the family
too with play areas for the kids, a
miniature railway and hundreds
of acres of parkland giving way
to views of Southampton and the
Isle of Wight. Soft fairy lights in the
tent create an ambient atmosphere
after dark. Male and female toilet
and shower blocks and a café are
on site, as well as family-friendly
restaurants and pubs in the local
area. Prices start at £75 for a twonight
stay mid-week.
If you’re after something a little
more luxurious The Pig in the
Wall Hotel features 12 bedrooms
set within Southampton’s historic
medieval walls. There are rooms
in the eaves, which feature original
beams a walk-in monsoon shower,
a larder stocked with snacks,
drinks, and a Nespresso machine.
The more spacious rooms also
offer a stand-alone roll-top bath.
Children are welcome and cots
and extra beds can be provided.
There are also disabled-friendly
rooms on the ground floor and a
private car park for guests. Rooms
start at £135 per night. The hotel
also boasts a delicious deli counter
serving charcuterie boards, salads,
and wine by the glass.
THE ART HOUSE GALLERY CAFÉ & VENUE
BELL TENT GLAMPING
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UNWIND AND RELAX
IN COMPLETE LUXURY
The stylish Leopard Bar is the perfect place to indulge in some exotic cocktails,
savour freshly caught local seafood or enjoy a traditional Afternoon Tea.
With so much to explore in Guernsey, why not take advantage of our stay 4 and pay 3 offer,
mentioning Aurigny at time of booking to receive a £50 dining credit.
Cambridge Park, St Peter Port, Guernsey GY1 1UY
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CAPITAL
APPEAL
Whilst the Natural History Museum and the V&A are iconic
London attractions in guide books the world over, En Voyage
takes a look at the lesser-known museums in the capital.
London’s not short of things to see and do,
but off-the-beaten-track museums is when it
really comes in to its own. And with the NHS
celebrating its 70th birthday this year, it seems
only fitting that we start in the medical field and
what better than a Victorian Surgery Tour?
The Old Operating Theatre Museum & Herb
Garret is in the historic borough of Southwark.
Seek out a red brick church with white dressed
stone on the corners – St Thomas’ Church –
and head up to the attic where you’ll find the
museum. The entrance is through the bell tower
and up 52 steps of a narrow spiral staircase.
Why not join the Gore Tour at 2pm on Sundays?
Resident researcher, Kirsty Chilton, will take you
on a visual tour through some of the most grizzly
and terrifying surgical instruments ever designed
and how they were used in the Georgian and
HIDDEN LONDON – SURGICAL THEATRE
IMAGE COURTESY OF HIDDEN LONDON
Victorian Era. The surgical knives, the
amputation saws, the trephines, and forceps
are just a sample of objects used in the past
and they will be presented live through their
object handling collection. Needless to say,
this tour is not suitable for young children.
Admission is £6.50 for an adult and £3.50
for under 18s.
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Sticking with the Victorian Era now we head
to the Ragged School Museum at the heart
of which is its unique classroom, where each
year some 16,000 children go to experience
a glimpse of Victorian life. The room has been
recreated in one of Dr Barnardo’s original
classrooms, restored as it was in the 1870s when
the great social reformer, newly arrived from
Dublin, set up his free school for poor children
in the East End of London. The classroom
is equipped with authentic and well-used
school desks, slate writing boards and chalks,
blackboards and easels and even dunce hats.
22 BAKER STREET
IMAGE COURTESY OF THE SHERLOCK
HOLMES MUSEUM, SHERLOCK-HOLMES.CO.UK.
RAGGED SCHOOL MUSEUM
CHILDREN EXPERIENCING
A LESSON IN THE THREE R’S
As well as the classroom, you can enjoy a
reconstructed domestic kitchen, as it would
have been in the year 1900, complete with
utensils and artefacts for visitors to handle.
Both rooms are in use on a daily basis to
provide today’s children with an insight into the
lives of their great-great-great-grandparents.
The classroom is also set aside once a month
as part of the Sunday Open House activities for
anyone, no matter their age, to experience a
lesson centred around the three R’s. All lessons
are led by an actor in full Victorian costume.
General admission to the museum is
free though charges apply for group talks.
All of the holiday activities are free.
Let’s head to arguably the most famous
address in the world – 22 Baker Street. Home
to the world-famous consulting detective
Sherlock Holmes between 1881-1904, according
to the stories written by Sir Arthur Conan
Doyle. The iconic postcode is now home to
The Sherlock Holmes Museum. The house is
protected by the government due to its ‘special
architectural and historical interest’ and the
first floor study overlooking Baker Street is
faithfully maintained for posterity and kept just
as it was by Mrs Hudson in Victorian times.
Head to west London next – near Notting
Hill to be precise – to the Museum of Brands,
Packaging & Advertising where you’ll uncover
a treasure trove of retro design and nostalgia.
Walk through memory lane to discover
galleries filled with 12,000 items – such as
WW1 Oxo Cubes and 1930s KitKats – with
every turn uncovering a different decade.
Adult admission is £9 with children aged
7-16 £5 and under 7s going free.
Although surrounded by the hustle and
bustle of London, visitors can relax in the
museum’s beautiful café and award-winning
microclimate courtyard garden before
heading off to the next location.
THE MUSEUM OF BRANDS
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L-R: THE FAN MUSEUM
FREUD MUSEUM LONDON
IMAGE COURTSEY FREUD MUSEUM LONDON AND
THE FASHION AND TEXTILE MUSEUM
We’ll finish up with the weird and wonderful.
Hailed recently by the BBC Culture as ‘the world’s
strangest museum’, the Viktor Wynd Museum of
Curiosities, Fine Art & Natural History presents
an incoherent vision of the world displayed
within a tiny space, where no attempt is made
at classification and comprehensiveness.
From rare priceless marvels of the natural and
scientific worlds like dodo bones or speculums to
the intriguing beauty of McDonald’s Happy Meal
Toys, from old master etchings to prison inmates'
and mad women’s doodles, occultists' paintings
and pop art prints, the horrors and wonders of
nature, two headed kittens and living coral.
The Museum has no overreaching aim
beyond the theft of its visitors’ time and the
hope that it will provide amusement in return.
Founder Viktor Wynd says, ‘the museum is not
for everyone, which is just as well as it doesn’t
fit everyone, in fact, it only fits ten people at
a time. Those who don’t like dead animals,
dead people and erotica should stay away,
but for those interested in life’s full canopy of
extremes – from dodo bones to giant hairballs,
butterflies, shrunken heads, mermaids, unicorns,
fairies and wonder, please come and visit.’
Admission to the museum is £6, and in
keeping with its quirky appeal, full price
admission includes a free cup of
tea upon request.
VIKTOR WYND MUSEUM OF CURIOSITIES
OTHER MUSEUMS TO TRY
THE FAN MUSEUM
The Fan Museum holds a world-renowned
collection of fans and fan leaves which include
the splendid Hélène Alexander Collection
and further acquisitions, gifts and bequests
which have been received since the museum
opened to the public over twenty years ago.
thefanmuseum.org.uk
THE CINEMA MUSEUM
London’s Cinema Museum is devoted to keeping
alive the spirit of cinema from the days before
the multiplex. Set in historic surroundings in
Kennington, close to the Elephant & Castle, the
Cinema Museum houses a unique collection
of artefacts, memorabilia and equipment
that preserves the history and grandeur of
cinema from the 1890s to the present day.
cinemamuseum.org.uk
FREUD MUSEUM LONDON
A visit to the Freud Museum can help your
students sort Freud-fact from Freud-fiction.
This was the final home of Sigmund Freud,
the founder of psychoanalysis, and his
daughter Anna Freud, a pioneering child
psychoanalyst. The Freud family came to
England as refugees, following the Nazi
annexation of Austria in March 1938.
freud.org.uk
FASHION AND TEXTILE MUSEUM
The Fashion and Textile Museum is a cuttingedge
centre for contemporary fashion and
textiles in London. Founded by iconic British
designer Zandra Rhodes, the centre showcases
a programme of changing exhibitions exploring
elements of fashion and textiles as well as
running a wide variety of creative courses and
workshops for children, students and businesses.
ftmlondon.org
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A TASTE FOR LIFE
Let’s start with the name of this restaurant…Gusto. In Italian it means ‘taste’, and is now a wellused
word in English to describe things that are done with vigour and enthusiasm, ‘a taste for life’
if you like. A bold choice for a name of a restaurant. Does it live up to its title? In a word…easily.
BROTHERS PEPPE AND SABINO
This is a hidden gem of a familyrun
Italian restaurant in Guernsey.
Its street-side appearance is simple
and classical looking and doesn’t
fight for the attention of passersby,
perhaps because the Italian
brothers who own Gusto, Peppe
and Sabino, have such faith in the
culinary delights served inside that
they don’t need a showy façade.
The interior is small (just 15
tables) and intimate, with a chic
Italian vibe. The metal topped bar,
with its stylish leather cladding
and dark grey walls contrasts
perfectly with the white washed
walls featuring amazing artwork of
tomatoes on the vine, a fresh and
funky nod to their Italian roots.
The name is great, as is the
interior, but both of these
pale into insignificance when
compared to the fantastic food.
This is the Italian food of your
dreams. Their website states
that ‘all products used in Gusto
restaurant are part of our history,
culture passed down by our
grandparents’, and that is exactly
how the food tastes. Authentic.
THIS IS A HIDDEN GEM
OF A FAMILY-RUN
ITALIAN RESTAURANT IN
GUERNSEY. ITS STREET-
SIDE APPEARANCE IS
SIMPLE AND CLASSICAL
LOOKING
The menu features Piccolo
Morso (quick lunch bites) such
as ciabatta bread, parma ham,
mozzarella and tomato, antipasti
(starters) such as bresaola,
rocket and parmesan shavings
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IMAGES COURTESY OF GUSTO
IMAGES © JR PHOTOGRAPHY
Reviews
‘Nice cosy restaurant’
‘First visit but certainly not the
last. Nice cosy restaurant, lovely
atmosphere. We had excellent
crab linguini and seafood risotto,
best ever tasted. Staff helpful yet
discreet. Top quality all round.’
‘Great atmosphere’
‘I came here with a friend after
being recommended a visit. The
food is delicious! The service
and atmosphere are great and
I would highly recommend this
fabulous place to anyone wanting
an authentic dish of pasta!’
‘Great food’
‘Great food. Wonderful team.
Perfect vino. I love this place so
much. Thank you Sabino and
Peppe and Rosario. Whatever
the occasion Gusto is the
right place to choose. The
team are passionate about
their home and bring a touch
of Napoli to Guernsey.’
or calamari chilli and garlic, pasta and risotto dishes
such as mushroom tagliatelle and truffle oil or potato
gnocchi with gorgonzola and walnuts, Carne e
Pesce (meat and fish) such as grilled veal steak or
chicken cacciatora, and Dolce e Formaggi (sweets
and cheeses) such as chocolate profiteroles or
cantucci biscuits and vin santo. They also do fantastic
coffees and teas, and the wine menu is extensive.
Gusto also offers a party menu and a buffet menu
for those wanting to book the entire restaurant (a
minimum of 25 and a maximum of 34 people).
The restaurant is located at the heart of St Peter
Port, next to the post office on Smith Street, making
it an ideal lunch stop for shoppers as well as those
needing a break in the middle of their working
day. In the evenings, its central location makes it a
great choice for those wanting a bite to eat before
exploring the rest of St Peter Port’s many bars.
Breakfast is available 8.30-11.30am, lunch 12-2pm,
and dinner 6-10pm Monday to Saturday. Due to its
small size booking is advisable on 01481 722828.
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GUERNSEY
RESTAURANT PICKS
LONDON
AQUA SHARD
Located on Level 31 of The Shard, Aqua Shard
serves inventive contemporary British cuisine.
Its stunning location and breath-taking views do,
however, command a 3-month reservation list.
Open for breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and
dinner, the restaurant boasts panoramic views
from its main dining room, private event spaces
and spectacular three-storey-high atrium bar.
REVIEWS
‘Amazing! Highly recommend’
‘Like a Hollywood set, only with composed dishes’
THE HOOK
The Hook is Guernsey’s sushi bar,
seafood and steak restaurant located
on the seafront offering beautiful
views of Victoria Harbour and a
stylish and contemporary decor.
Serving the freshest local seafood, fish and
the best cuts of aged meats on the first
floor along with a trendy sushi bar on the
ground floor, The Hook is open for lunch
and dinner with takeaway options too.
REVIEWS
‘Good food, good service,
lovely ambience’
‘Delicious food, excellent service’
MANCHESTER
RUDY’S PIZZA
Rudy’s Pizza is an independent Neapolitan
pizzeria in the heart of Ancoats run by
passionate pizzaiolo, intent on following
the traditions and artistry of pizza from
Naples, operating in a wonderfully
relaxed restaurant environment.
REVIEWS
‘Best pizza outside of Italy!’
‘Authentic slice of Naples, but with an
industrial twist’
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THE STAR INN THE CITY
IMAGE COURTESY OF VISITYORK.ORG
FOODIE TOUR:
YORK
The charming town of York has always been a draw for history buffs, with its Roman
and Viking heritage, heritage steam engines, and quaint medieval architecture. But
wander through its higgledy-piggledy backstreets and you’ll find a fun and thoroughly
modern culinary scene, fuelled by a huge variety of creative food and drink outlets.
Just a 40-minute drive from Leeds Bradford
Airport, York has plenty to tickle the tastebuds,
from impressive British fine dining, new takes on
gastronomical greats, relaxed delis, hip wine bars
to exotic street food. There’s plenty of international
flavour to enjoy, too, with winning Korean, Italian,
Polish, North African and Spanish eateries, adding
to the city’s surprisingly multicultural mix.
Many of York’s restaurants make the most of
outstanding local produce and includes seafood from
the coast around Grimsby, Wensleydale cheese and
rhubarb. The city’s thriving craft beer scene makes for
a superior pub crawl. Be sure to include The House of
the Trembling Madness on the hit list - it’s an eccentric
craft beer bar and bottle shop located in a 12thcentury
Norman house decorated with taxidermy.
If you’re visiting in September, don’t miss the
week-long York Food and Drink Festival which fills
the streets with delicious sights, smells and tastes.
Shop for foodie goodies, or learn some culinary
skills with cooking classes and chef demonstrations.
Whether your trip to York is focused on food, history,
or one of the many other reasons that make it worth
visiting, you definitely won’t be leaving hungry.
FOR BREAKFAST
OR BRUNCH…
THE STAR INN THE CITY
This polished bar/restaurant sits on the River Ouse,
with gorgeous views from its terrace and several
design awards to its name. The breakfast menu offers
brilliantly well executed and classy takes on standard
classics, like the Full Yorkshire Breakfast, with local
black pudding, bacon and sausage, and the cured
local gammon with eggs and wholegrain mustard.
Dishes start from £4.
THE PERKY PEACOCK
Tucked under Lendal Bridge, this cosy and
atmospheric medieval turret does a fine line in
breakfasts. Why not start the day with avocado on
toast with chilli, lemon, garlic and tomato chutney and
a sweet, silky flat white? Sounds pretty good, right?
Dishes start from £3.75.
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FOR LUNCH…
LOS MOROS
In Shambles Market Food Court, you’ll find this little
shack serving Levantine and North African takeaway
food, such as Merguez sausages, made with local
lamb, and saffron Persian chicken wraps with harissa
mayo and pickled beetroot slaw. Dishes from £6.
SHAMBLES KITCHEN
This takeaway serves a small selection of wraps and
sandwiches with delicious fillings, such as chicken
shawarma, Cajun halloumi, prepared fresh daily. Among
their legendary sandwiches is the Reuben, with oaksmoked
pastrami, warm sauerkraut, blow-torched Swiss
cheese, mayo and mustard. From £3.60.
OSHIBI
The quality of food served up at this Korean bistro
and barbecue draws crowds of locals in the know.
Enjoy authentic lunches of goyza dumplings, and
stir-fried beef marinated with pears, ginger, garlic,
soy and sesame.
FOR DINNER…
LE COCHON AVEUGLE
Indulge in a constantly changing eight-course tasting
menu, served blind, so each course is a gastronomic
thrill-ride. Expect produce-driven dishes like the rose
veal tartare minced with fried capers, or a salad of
farm vegetables with a garden velouté. The sister Cave
du Cochon wine bar, located on the same street,
is where you can sample a selection of cheeses,
charcuterie and small plates with your drinks. Menus
start at £60 per person.
BARBAKAN
This cracking little Polish café and deli started
life as a small bakery, where you could pick up
cakes, bread and hot borscht. It’s now a favourite
Eastern European restaurant, where you can
enjoy the likes of delicious pierogi dumplings filled
with beef, followed by viener schnitzel with fried
egg, mash and carrots. Mains from £12.50.
MEAT-FREE ALTERNATIVES
York has a few dedicated meat-free zones including
the veteran vegan restaurant El Piano. Local and
seasonal UK produce is put to deft use across its
tapas-style dishes such as chipotle hummus, cracking
dhals, salads and falafel.
Goji Café is veggie-aware without being totally meat
free, and with many gluten free and dairy free dishes
on a menu, it’s a good place to head for fresh and
inventive food.
THE BEST OF THE REST…
Afternoon tea at Betty’s Café Tea Rooms is the
stuff of legend. For the ultimate treat try the Lady Betty
afternoon tea with miniature savouries like Yorkshire
pork and Bramley apple pies, and roast Yorkshire
ham and tomato pâté sandwiches. And for dessert
there are lavender scones, and sweet ‘n’ sticky
toffee-apple macarons.
If you want to get up close with the local produce
available in York, head to the York Farmers Market,
held on the first Friday of the month in St Sampson’s
Square. Discover artisan produce from local and
regional food heroes like Haxby Bakehouse and
Voakes’ pies.
BELOW: YORK FOOD AND DRINK FESTIVAL
RIGHT: BETTY'S CAFÉ TEA ROOMS
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BUSINESS NEWS
66 NEWS BULLETIN
The latest business news from
the Bailiwick of Guernsey
76 WE ARE GUERNSEY
ILS Insight 2018 – how insurers
helped save the world
81 TAKING HOUSE SELLING
TO A NEW DIMENSION
Livingroom's Simon Torode talks
about digital technology
84 MEET SARAH MANNERS
Meet Sarah Manners,
Head of Sales at Close Finance
T'S ALL ABOUT TACTICS 91
By Mark Bousfield,
Ravenscroft Group Managing Director
FACES OF BUSINESS 94
Meet Andrew Harding,
Group Partner, Appleby
STRESS LESS 97
John Halker discusses the ways
to help employees thrive
JULIUS BAER 99
'The best time to plant a tree
was 20 years ago. The second-best
time is now.'
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NEW OUTDOOR
ADVERTISING INTIATIVE
LAUNCHED BY Oi
Leading Channel Island creative
and digital agency Oi has launched
a brand new way for advertisers to
take their messages to the streets
and engage with audiences in places
other advertising can't reach.
Oi AdBikes are electric-powered
mountain bikes with advertising
trailers that are ideal for low
cost, hi-vis, outdoor advertising
campaigns, guerrilla marketing and
a great opportunity to promote
products and services on the
move or parked-up at events,
shows and public spaces.
Used extensively across Europe,
Oi has secured exclusive rights
for the AdBikes in the Channel
Islands. They are fully road legal
in both islands and have a range
of 46 miles on a single charge.
Peter Grange, Oi Chief Executive,
said limited choice for outdoor
advertising and the opportunity
BARCLAYS EAGLE LAB
OFFICIALLY TAKES OFF
The Barclays Eagle Lab has launched and is now ready
for businesses, entrepreneurs and the local community
to create, innovate and grow in a dedicated space
managed in collaboration with the Digital Greenhouse
and the Committee for Economic Development.
The Lab, based at the Digital Greenhouse in Market
Square, will offer a range of services including mentoring,
training workshops and support for start-up and scaleup
businesses. It will be managed by Gez Overstall who
was appointed as ecosystem manager earlier this year.
Gez is responsible for bringing together a network of
entrepreneurs and innovators across various industries
and the local community.
'Barclays is committed to helping entrepreneurs,
businesses and the local community in which we operate
to create, innovate and grow. The Barclays Eagle Lab is
a space where ideas can become a reality,' said Simon
Phillips. 'It’s exciting for us to finally be able to share the
Eagle Lab facilities with the community and look forward
to seeing how it helps local businesses to flourish.'
Lucy Witham, Head of Digital for Economic Development
said 'We are excited to be working with Barclays Eagle
Labs on this new initiative for Guernsey through the
Digital Greenhouse, supporting and growing our digital
entrepreneurs, businesses and the wider community.'
to embrace a cleaner and greener
form of advertising, was the main
reason Oi decided to launch these.
'We came across these whilst
researching for a client pitch,
instantly we loved them and felt
they had great potential as an
alternative advertising channel to be
used alone or as part of campaigns
in the Channel Islands' he said.
'We have built up a database of
people who will get paid to ride
Oi AdBikes and already have lots
of clients ready to use them.
We're looking forward to getting
their messages here, there and
everywhere and using low cost, hivis,
cleaner and greener advertising
channel to its full potential. I'm sure
they're going to be lots of fun.'
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GUERNSEY COURT OF
APPEAL HANDS DOWN
LANDMARK JUDGMENT
IN RELATION TO
HASTINGS-BASS RELIEF
The Guernsey Court of Appeal
recently handed down its
eagerly-awaited judgment in
relation to the so-called rule
in Hastings-Bass. Previously
the law was uncertain as to the
precise legal test and the exact
circumstances in which fiduciaries
could seek to avoid transactions
giving rise to adverse fiscal
charges. This judgment is now
the leading authority on the rule
in Guernsey. Appleby’s Litigation
and Dispute Resolution Team, led
by Advocates Anthony Williams
and Jared Dann and assisted by
Associate Camilla Cook, acted for
the successful Appellant.
In M v St Anne’s Trustees Limited,
the Court decided to exercise its
discretion to set aside a decision
of the Trustees to acquire
shares in two property holding
companies and other associated
transactions in satisfaction of
loans owing by the principal
beneficiary, which had given
rise to significant adverse UK
tax charges. In doing so the
Court clarified the legal test for
the applicability of the rule in
Hastings-Bass in Guernsey.
The Court stated that there must
be a finding that the failure by
the Trustee to take account of
certain matters (typically fiscal
consequences) is of sufficient
seriousness to amount to a
breach of fiduciary duty. Such
a breach is a necessary prerequisite
for the exercise of the
jurisdiction. Once a sufficient
breach has been established, the
decision is liable to be set aside
by the court as a matter of its
discretion, the exercise of which
is likely to be fact specific.
The Court found that there had
been a breach of fiduciary duty
and exercised its discretion to
avoid the transaction, particularly
as the Trustee had neither taken
independent tax advice nor
enquired whether the Appellant had
taken tax advice, in circumstances
where the 'consideration of the
possible tax consequences was
clearly called for'.
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PRAXISFM AQUIRES
NERINE TRUST
PraxisFM has aquired Nerine Trust.
It is the fourth acquisition in two
years for the Group, which has seen
it grow from employing 300 staff in
the summer of 2017 to 520 following
completion of the acquisition.
PraxisIFM’s Chief Executive
Officer, Simon Thornton, said the
deal would bring together likeminded
teams. ‘In a world where
so many of our competitors are
owned by private equity houses
or large institutions our continued
independence and majority staff
ownership model is highly valued,’
he said. ‘We have known the team
at Nerine for many years and we’re
delighted they’re joining us.’
Nerine Executive Chairman, Keith
Corbin, said that joining the PraxisIFM
Aspiring leaders and managers can
now gain specialist qualifications
to develop their leadership and
management capabilities through
the GTA University Centre (GTA).
The Institute of Leadership and
Management (ILM), which is the
UK’s top management qualifications
specialist, has awarded the GTA
approved centre status. This enables
the GTA to deliver ILM qualifications
aimed at those making the transition
from working in a team to leading
a team and those with junior
management responsibilities but no
formal training.
Programmes Manager at the GTA,
Aly Keeling, said: 'Being an ILMapproved
centre is an exciting step
for the GTA, enabling us to further
support the development of key
management and leadership skills in
the island’s workforce, helping them
SIMON THORNTON AND KEITH CORBIN
Group would bring benefits to staff
and clients. ‘Nerine’s business has
been built on long-term relationships
with our clients and their professional
advisors and our staff. PraxisIFM has
the same approach to its business
which was a key factor in our
decision to join the PraxisIFM Group.
We are now in a highly competitive
and highly regulated industry and
we strongly believe that being part
of a larger and more diverse group
will enable us to retain our muchvalued
independence. Our staff will
benefit from greater training and
development opportunities while our
clients will have access to a broader
range of services. All of this while
remaining independent represents a
great opportunity and we are excited
about the potential.’
The Nerine management team
has committed to staying with the
Group for a minimum of three years.
GTA UNIVERSITY CENTRE TO BECOME
GUERNSEY’S ONLY ILM-APPROVED CENTRE
to make a real difference to the
organisations they work for and the
island more widely.
'The GTA’s aim is to facilitate
professional learning and
development across all business
sectors, providing people with the
right skills and knowledge so they
can succeed. These leadership
development qualifications from
ILM are a great addition to the
diverse range of courses we offer
on-island and we hope to expand
the courses available in the future to
provide more levels of management
and leadership qualifications.'
ILM’s Quality and Compliance
Manager, Charlotte Rigden, says:
'Welcoming the GTA as an ILM
Centre is a great opportunity for
Guernsey and will have a hugely
positive impact on the island.'
COLLAS CRILL
CONTRIBUTES TO
LEADING TEXT
Collas Crill has collaborated with
several major international law
firms for the third edition of the
multi-jurisdictional legal reference
book, The Gambling Law Review.
Published by The Law Reviews,
group partner Wayne Atkinson,
who specialises in corporate and
regulatory law, provided a detailed
chapter reviewing the law around
gambling in Alderney.
Wayne said: 'It is an honour to work
with the Law Review again. Alderney
is a major player in the international
gaming industry and it is therefore
important for Alderney's regime to be
properly detailed in texts like these.
Our being asked to contribute is a
welcome acknowledgment of Collas
Crill's pre-eminence in this field.'
£1M INVESTMENT IN JB
PARKER'S BAR & CELLAR
The £1m. redevelopment of a bar
in the centre of town is seen as a
vote of confidence in Guernsey’s
hospitality sector. The Sarnia Hotel
Group’s investment in JB Parker’s
Bar & Cellar, formerly The Library
Bar, at Moores Hotel follows
£1.5m. spent on Copenhagen
Restaurant and the kitchen and
function room at Les Rocquettes
Hotel over the last two years.
The six month project at Moores
included opening up and
refurbishing the traditional brick
cellar underneath the hotel to create
a wine bar with a card-operated
self-service wine dispenser and an
area for private tastings.
The bar has been named JB
Parker’s Bar and Cellar, as a tribute
to the late Jack Buller Parker
who first leased Moores from
Bucktrouts in 1956 – the first step
in the founding of the group which
is now run by his granddaughter
Karel Harris.
She said: 'We were delighted
that Heritage and the planning
department were very quick
to agree to us opening up the
cellar and putting in the new
windows and we’re grateful to our
neighbours who have been very
understanding during major work
right in the centre of town.'
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RESOLUTION IT
RANKED AMONG TOP
501 GLOBAL MANAGED
SERVICE PROVIDERS
Local managed IT service providers,
Resolution IT, has been ranked
among the world’s 501 most
strategic and innovative managed
service providers (MSPs), according
to Channel Futures 11th annual MSP
501 Worldwide Company Rankings.
It ranks 14th within the UK and 310th
worldwide, a rise of over 50 places
from its position as 362nd last year.
The MSP 501 is the first, largest
and most comprehensive ranking
of managed service providers
worldwide. This year Channel
Futures received a record number
of submissions, with applications
from across the globe. MSPs were
ranked according to how well
the applicant's business strategy
followed industry best practice
and anticipated trends in the fastevolving
channel ecosystem.
‘Olly Duquemin, Joint Managing
Director at Resolution IT said: ‘This is
fantastic result for a Guernsey-grown
MORE NEW LISTINGS
AND MEMBERS AT TISE
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business which has continued to
grow. It’s clear evidence that local
businesses can be amongst the best
on a world stage and it's testament
to all the hard work we put in each
day to make sure we are the best IT
managed services provider we can be.’
‘This year’s applicant pool was
the largest and most diverse in
the history of the survey and our
winners represent the health and
progressivity of the managed
services market,’ said Kris Blackmon,
Channel Futures content director
and editor of the MSP 501.
‘They’re growing their revenue,
expanding their customer influence
and exploring new technology that
will propel them for years to come.’
LOCAL LIQUEUR
PRODUCER
EXPANDS TO JERSEY
Local liqueur producer, Haut
Maison, has recently launched
in Jersey through the Channel
Islands Co-Operative Society.
Haut Maison was founded in
Guernsey in 2012 and develops a
large range of fruit liqueurs and
infused spirits with locally-made
produce. Under new ownership
in 2017, the range has now grown
to encompass nine flavours and
is stocked in over 20 retail outlets
throughout Guernsey.
It’s an important step for the local
liqueur firm who will be launching
their products in the UK in 2019
'I’m so excited to see Haut Maison
on shelves in Jersey,' said owner,
James Le Gallez
'At The Channel Islands Cooperative
Society, we believe
in the value of belonging and
do our best to be a part of and
support the island community.
It’s all about being inclusive,
connecting with those around
us and supporting sustainability.
Haut Maison, with its supplier
partnerships, do all of this in
an exciting way' said Tanya
Dorrity, Community Officer
at The Channel Islands
Co-operative Society.
BUSINESS NEWS
There has been further growth in
new listings on The International
Stock Exchange (TISE), with 338
newly listed securities during the
first half of 2018.
This takes the total number of listed
securities on the Exchange up to
2,642 at the end of June 2018.
Fiona Le Poidevin, CEO of The
International Stock Exchange
Group (TISEG), said: '2017 was an
exceptional twelve months where
we built on the success of previous
years. I am delighted that we have
continued in the same vein during
the first half of 2018 such that new
listings have surpassed the number
of new listings during the same
period last year.'
TISE’s new members during the first
half of the year have included fund
administration business FIM Capital
as the second Isle of Man-based
member and Solidum Re (Guernsey)
ICC Limited as the first Insurance
Linked Securities (ILS) specialist to
become a member firm.
Fiona added: 'I’m really pleased to
see these new members coming
on board, especially because they
FIONA LE POIDEVIN
are all different in nature and as
such, adding diversity whether by
geographical location or the types
of products they are looking to
list. Businesses are wanting to add
TISE membership to their offering
because they are seeing increased
demand from clients for TISE listings
and the potential variety of ways in
which a TISE listing can benefit their
client base.'
During the first half of the year, TISE
also received a bronze award in the
Marketing / Business Development
/ Public Relations Team of the Year
category at the Citywealth Brand
Management and Reputation
Awards 2018.
FARRELL ANNOUNCED
IN 2018 LEGAL 500
HALL OF FAME
Gavin Farrell, Advocate and
Partner at Ferbrache & Farrell,
was one of the two Guernsey
Investment Funds partners
inducted in the 2018 Legal 500
Hall of Fame. He was the only
Guernsey lawyer included in the
Banking and Finance section and
the only individual inducted for
two or more subjects in Guernsey.
Gavin commented that this
accolade clearly showed the
wide breadth of expertise and
experience in the F&F Corporate
Department which supported
Gavin in obtaining this recognition
in two practice areas.
Gavin said that this recognition
was also due to the support he
has had throughout his years as a
Guernsey Advocate both from his
former colleagues and Partners
at the then Ozannes practice
and now all his colleagues at
Ferbrache & Farrell.
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AFM NAMED ‘BEST
OF THE BEST’ FOR
HEALTH AND SAFETY
Facilities management company,
AFM has won three health and
safety awards, claiming the title
of ‘best of the best’ and receive
accreditation from SafeContractor
for its commitment to achieving
excellence in health and safety.
AFM’s HR Administrator, Katie
Taylor took home the ‘Individual or
Young Achiever’ Award at the 2018
Guernsey Occupational Safety and
Health Association (GOSHA) Awards.
The award recognised Katie’s
championing of mental health
and wellbeing at AFM. Katie was
instrumental to the development of
AFM’s wellbeing policy and support
initiatives. She volunteers as the
mental health first aider, coordinates
training and increases the awareness
of mental health among AFM staff.
Mark Edgar, AFM’s Managing
Director, said: ‘Nothing for Katie is
ever too much trouble. She’s shown
consistently that she can act on
her own initiative and is frequently
identifying areas of potential
improvement and benefit to the
business across the fields of HR and
health and safety.’
AFM also won the ‘Safety Training
Initiative’ Award for developing a
bespoke approach to electrical
safety and electrical safety training.
This involved a thorough review and
comparison of AFM’s internal health
and safety policies and procedures
for electrical works against that
of international companies and
industry leaders. The approach has
been applied to AFM’s business
model across the Channel Islands.
To top these two outstanding
achievements, the judges presented
AFM with the ‘Best of the Best’
Award for health and safety.
CAREY OLSEN
CONTRIBUTES TO
INDUSTRY BOOK
Lawyers from Carey Olsen have
contributed the Guernsey and
Jersey chapters to the second
edition of The Law of Hedge
Funds: A Global Perspective.
The book, which is co-authored
by Simmons & Simmons Partner
Dale Gabbert and DLA Piper
Partner Andrew Wylie, is regarded
as one of the most up-to-date
and comprehensive books about
the global hedge fund industry.
Carey Olsen Partner Tom Carey
and Senior Associate Matthew
Brehaut have penned the book's
Guernsey chapter, while Partner
Robert Milner has written the
Jersey section. Published by
LexisNexis, the book has been
created with the aim of being a
helpful reference for practitioners
and general counsel, as well as
people outside the industry who
wish to understand what hedge
funds are and the key issues
surrounding them.
Tom said: 'I'm pleased Matthew
and I were able to contribute by
writing the Guernsey chapter.
The fact that Carey Olsen was
selected to submit both chapters
for the Channel Islands underlines
the firm's position as the go-to
legal adviser for funds in Guernsey
and Jersey.'
BUSINESS NEWS
RAVENSCROFT
TO ACQUIRE 25%
SHAREHOLDING OF MXC
CAPITAL (UK) LIMITED
Ravenscroft has agreed terms to
acquire a 25% shareholding of MXC
Capital (UK) Limited ('MXCUK').
The deal, which is worth £2.25
million, has been agreed between
Ravenscroft Holdings Limited, MXCUK
and MXC Guernsey Limited, which is a
subsidiary of AIM quoted MXC Capital
Limited (“MXC”). MXCUK is also a
subsidiary of MXC and is the holding
company of the group’s transactional
businesses, being MXC Advisory
Limited, the group’s advisory business,
and MXC Capital Markets LLP, the
group’s corporate finance practice.
The deal, which is subject to
consent from the Financial Conduct
Authority, will strengthen the
relationship between the two
companies. Earlier this year, MXC
was appointed as a consultant to
Ravenscroft in relation to its role as
investment manager to the Guernsey
Investment Fund’s Technology &
Innovation Cell (the 'GIF'), which
has already made a number
of investments in projects and
businesses which have a Bailiwick
of Guernsey focus, or which may
benefit directly or indirectly the
development of the Bailiwick.
Jon Ravenscroft, Chief Executive
Officer of Ravenscroft, said the
deal benefits both companies. ‘This
is a long-term investment which
aligns Ravenscroft’s interests more
closely with those of MXC with
whom we have already established a
successful working relationship. We
expect opportunities to refer work
to each other and believe there is
potential for further synergy in the
future, which will further benefit
our shareholders and our loyal and
hard-working teams,’ he said.
On completion, Ravenscroft will
pay £1.5 million with the remaining
£0.75 million due in January 2019.
IPES RECEIVES
REGULATED STATUS
IN IRELAND
Ipes has been authorised by the
Central Bank of Ireland to provide
Fund Administration services.
This authorisation enables Ipes
(Ireland) Limited to provide
full administration services to
collective investment schemes
and alternative investment
managers in Ireland, including
fund administration, financial
reporting, company secretarial and
management support services.
Ipes Chief Executive Chris
Merry says, 'We are delighted
to have reached this milestone
in Ireland. Cork is our fastest
growing office. We have already
developed a centre of excellence
for accounting in Cork. This
authorisation enables us to
widen our service offering in
Ireland and enhance our EU
based funds capability.'
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WORK-LIFE
BALANCE
IT’S CLOSER THAN
YOU THINK
Looking to find that elusive balance
between pursuing a satisfying career
and enjoying a healthy personal life?
The solution may be closer than you think;
in fact, it’s only 50 minutes from London.
If you’re struggling with your worklife
balance, don’t worry, you’re
not alone. According to recent
research, we’ve never been more
stressed, with work, finances,
family and health problems taking
their toll. But finding that allimportant
equilibrium may not
be as impossible as it seems.
With its enviable location, thriving
financial services industry and
flourishing community spirit,
Guernsey has become a mecca
for anyone who wants to
enjoy a healthy career without
compromising on quality of life
or sacrificing crucial family time.
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While London may have a
reputation as the epicentre for
business activity, one of Guernsey’s
key attractions is arguably its status
as a financial centre of excellence. Its
proximity to the capital and wellconnected,
professional business
community means that it keeps
pace with the capital and boasts
an attitude and skill set to match.
Of course, Guernsey is renowned
for providing first-rate services
across several fields, including
banking, fund management and
administration, private wealth
and insurance, but it doesn’t stop
there. The States of Guernsey has
worked hard to develop a quality
infrastructure that is primed to
improve digital skills and encourage
the digital sector and innovative
new businesses to grow. The
Digital Greenhouse is an excellent
example of this commitment;
established to act as a focal point for
the growth of both the digital and
creative sectors, it aims to support
effective collaboration, co-working,
networking and learning to enable
successful innovation to thrive.
If you’re keen to escape the rat
race but are worried you’ll miss the
pace, don’t be. Guernsey’s capital, St
Peter Port, offers many of the perks
of a cosmopolitan city, with few of
the downsides; many businesses run
at London speed, but home is rarely
more than a 20-minute commute
away. With corporate wellness
never far from the news agenda,
many Bailiwick businesses are keen
to nurture a flourishing workforce.
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
initiatives encourage employees
to actively engage with the local
community and businesses are often
eager to support a packed events
calendar through sponsorship
and employee participation.
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LIFE
Relocating to a new place can be
a daunting experience, we know this
because so many of us have done it
before. However, embracing island
life doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice
your home comforts. Guernsey
boasts a wide range of attractive
properties, from rural retreats and
rustic cottages to modern apartments
and townhouses with breathtaking
sea views. The scope of on-island
expertise and the varied property
market mean that, whatever your
needs, you’ll find your perfect home.
Guernsey also has an excellent
healthcare system and gaining access
to a GP from one of the island’s nine
surgeries is usually a straightforward
process. There are also a number
of services available to help if you
want to raise a family in Guernsey,
including universal access to health
visiting and preschool in many cases.
Whether you’re moving to the
island with toddlers or teenagers,
Guernsey’s education system is very
similar to the UK and offers plenty
of choice too. Free schooling is
available for all students up to the
age of 18 and there are also three
grant-aided private colleges on the
island. Guernsey’s schools boast
excellent sports facilities, encouraging
participation for all and mirroring
the island’s healthy lifestyle.
Guernsey’s reputation as a
safe, family-friendly community
encourages children to embrace
healthy activity at grass-roots
level both in school and at afterschool
clubs. Something we don’t
take for granted is the level of
security and the low rate of crime.
Parents can relax in the knowledge
that their children are enjoying
hobbies in a safe environment.
PLAY
With a healthy work-hard-play-hard
approach to life, and significantly
reduced commute times, islanders
have more time to spend with friends
and family, indulging in hobbies and
leisure pursuits that nurture body
and soul. Guernsey is famed for its
strong sense of community and
boasts a network of social and sports
clubs ready and willing to welcome
newcomers. From water sports,
such as sailing, sea swimming and
paddleboarding, to land-based sports
and arts activities, there’s something
to suit every member of the family,
whatever their level of experience.
Guernsey’s packed events calendar
boasts an impressive range of
entertainment, from live music and
art exhibitions in Candie Gardens to
Seafront Sundays and Hill Climbs in
St Peter Port. With a strong sense of
supporting local charities, socialising
and downtime in Guernsey can
often be a rewarding experience
that genuinely provokes the feelgood
factor. If wining and dining
are more on the menu, the island
offers a feast for the senses with
a host of popular restaurants and
bistros offering local produce and
mouthwatering delicacies to satisfy
even the most discerning appetites.
Guernsey’s beauty is, of course,
world renowned, with space and
fresh sea air in abundance. The island
boasts 27 beaches and a host of
stunning cliff landscapes, perfect for
sunset walks and unwinding after a
busy working day. Inland, country
walks and breathtaking scenery are
plentiful too, offering the opportunity
to truly immerse yourself in nature.
The sister islands of Herm, Sark and
Alderney are just a short trip away,
and Guernsey’s close proximity to
France and the UK takes the hassle
and expense out of breaks away.
With such a healthy approach to
wellbeing, it’s easy to see why so
many people have already made
the move to Guernsey, but don’t
just take our word for it, why not get
in touch to see how we can help
you find your perfect equilibrium?
Visit locateguernsey.com for more
information and to contact us.
STRESS FACTS
5
TIPS
FOR
REDUCING STRESS:
1. Increase your exercise level
2. Improve your diet
3. Spend time with
friends and family
4. Find a new hobby, sport
or social activity
5. Sleep better
GUERNSEY BY NUMBERS
10 PARISHES
60,000 RESIDENTS
9 ROUTES TO/
FROM THE UK
27 BEACHES
2,000 AVERAGE
HOURS OF
SUNSHINE PER YEAR
5 ISLANDS IN
THE BAILIWICK
65 KM SQ
46 KM COASTLINE
£2.4BN GDP
33 FT TIDAL RANGE
STRESS STATISTICS:
One in six British workers are
affected by mental health
problems each year
Mental health problems are
a leading cause of sickness
absence in the UK
70 million workdays are lost
each year due to stress
Workplace stress costs businesses
£2.4 billion each year
95 per cent of people who
have had to take time off due
to workplace stress did not
feel able to give their employer
the real reason
(Statistics from Mind’s Workplace
Wellbeing Index 2016/17)
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Business
SUITS
YOU SIR!
Savile Row is well known
as the home of some of the
finest tailors in the world. But
whether it’s high-end tailoring
or fund administration, clients
want the same thing - a secondto-none
bespoke service,
as James Orrick, Managing
Director of PEA explains.
Running parallel to Regent Street
and New Bond Street, Savile Row
is the undisputed home of men’s
and women’s bespoke tailoring.
There is no more reputable place
on the planet for a handmade
three-piece in Harris Tweed,
seersucker or gabardine.
Henry Poole is the tailor credited
as being the Founder of Savile
Row, opening an entrance to his
premises on the famous street in
1846. It remains one of the very
last family-owned businesses on
the street.
Since then this ‘golden mile of
tailoring’ at the heart of London’s
West End has become the stuff
of legend, supplying the great
and good with frock coats, dress
uniforms and plus fours.
For many years anyone who
was anyone wouldn’t dream
of going anywhere else if they
needed to ‘cut a dash’. But
society was changed forever
when the teenager ‘arrived’ in
the 1950s. With their newfound
independence they rejected their
parents’ dress code. This was
further emphasised in the 1960s
Swinging London when Carnaby
Street epitomised British fashion.
All of a sudden Savile Row was
irrelevant and out of touch with
the discerning ruling class of the
future. Something needed to be
done and in 1969 Nutter’s of Savile
Row modernised the style and
approach of the traditional tailors.
This continued in the 1990s with
the arrival of designers such as
Richard James, Ozwald Boateng
and Timothy Everest. They
brought twists and a fine sense
of colour to bespoke suits. They
were seen to ‘push the envelope’
of modern suit-making with more
contemporary silhouettes and
bolder fabrics.
In recent years Savile Row
has continued to flourish, reinvigorated
by new technology
and the internet. The Savile
Row Bespoke Association was
founded to protect and develop
bespoke tailoring. In 2006 the
City of Westminster released a
report called ‘Bespoke Tailoring in
London’s West End’. It estimated
that between 6,000 and 7,000
men’s suits were made in the
Savile Row area annually.
The word ‘bespoke’ is
interesting. In the modern sense
we take it to mean ‘a custom
garment made by a tailor from a
pattern created entirely from the
customer’s measurements, giving
the best fit and free choice of
fabric’. But the term is understood
to have originated in Savile Row
when cloth for a suit was said
to be ‘spoken for’ by individual
customers. Reserved and set
aside, in other words.
At PEA we interpret the term
‘bespoke’ to mean a service we
can supply that is commissioned
to a particular specification by our
clients. In this changing world and
turbulent economic environment,
it is increasingly important that
fund administrators keep their
‘off the peg’ solutions back in the
stockroom and invest in creating
more flexible ‘bespoke’ offerings.
We work with clients that require
a dedicated admin house. In
particular, new fund managers
and entrepreneurs love our style.
Our tailored service starts with
allocating the right staff member.
All our staff hold the relevant
professional qualifications, and all
our clients have instant access to a
director of the company. The way
we work, including our processes
and procedures, puts our clients’
needs right at the centre. Our
clients can place their trust in us
to look after their administrative
needs, whilst they concentrate
on what they do best, safe in the
knowledge that we’ll be providing
solutions that really are tailormade
for them.
Private Equity Administrators Limited is regulated by the Guernsey Financial Services Commission and
licensed under both The Protection of Investors (Bailiwick of Guernsey) Law, 1987 and The Regulation of
Fiduciaries, Administration Businesses and Company Directors, etc (Bailiwick of Guernsey) Law, 2000.
www.peadm.com
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ILS INSIGHT 2018
– HOW INSURERS HELPED
SAVE THE WORLD
ABOVE:
MARK HELYAR
ADDRESSING THE
DELEGATES AT ILS
INSIGHT ‘18
Guernsey shared its insurance-linked securities (ILS) message at Guernsey
Finance’s annual ILS Insight event in Zurich. Delegates heard from a panel
made up of leading figures from the ILS industry and a technical showcase
highlighting Guernsey’s expertise in the sector
FUNDS AND INSURANCE COLLIDE
IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF
SINGLE ILS STRUCTURES
A new single structure for conducting both the
fund and insurance element of insurance-linked
securities business is being devised in Guernsey.
Expert insurance lawyer Mark Helyar, of
Counsel for event sponsors Bedell Cristin, is
leading the way with the development of ‘true
convergence’ in the ILS space where ‘capital
markets and insurance markets meet’.
‘My job is to put together structures to help
them to invest in each other,’ he said. ‘The
collateralised re market has become so big in
recent years. With cat bonds, you’ve got risk
looking for capital, and with collateralised
re you have capital looking for risk.
‘As the market has grown, the need for more
structures, and more efficiency, has become
more of a pressure. There is evolution – things
are changing all the time, and new structures are
appearing regularly as we are always trying to
think of new ways to do things more efficiently.’
Mr Helyar is involved in the development
of what he called the ‘Fund of One’, where
the investor would set themselves up with
an unregulated investment fund and their
own transformer cell, thereby running a
private fund within a regulated structure.
‘This is the way I think investors want to see
the direction of travel – more control, reduced
costs, both vehicles in the same jurisdiction,
variable capital commitments brought in and
out, and you can see exactly what you are doing.’
He expected the structure would become
popular for large investors who did not want
to be treated like a private investor, offering
full transparency, a significant reduction in
duplicated costs, and the chance to work with
their choice of co-investors.
‘I am quite excited by this. We have one of
these on the starting blocks at the moment
– a transformer and fund in the same vehicle.
I’d like to see people considering this type
structure in the future, it is an excellent vehicle
to demonstrate transparency for investors, and
good thing for Guernsey.’
The Guernsey ILS industry has been generally
supportive of such innovation, which it is felt
would present significant efficiencies for ILS
fund managers.
Dominic Wheatley, Chief Executive of
Guernsey Finance, who opened the ILS
Insight event, said: ‘We’re proud that Guernsey
offers a combination of stability, expertise,
and receptiveness to new ideas that makes
us uniquely able to facilitate innovation as it
emerges in this space, and our commitment
to maintaining this environment is clear
and unwavering.’
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ANOTHER GUERNSEY FIRST FOR
ILS TREND-SETTER
A trend-setter in insurance-linked securities
has completed another first in Guernsey.
Address PO Box 655, Somers House,
St Peter Port, Guernsey, GY1 3PN
TECHNICAL
SHOWCASE SPEAKER,
CEDRIC EDMONDS
Cedric Edmonds, director of Solidum Re (Guernsey) ICC,
first started doing business with the island in 2009. He has
gone on to become a pioneer for the use of blockchain in
ILS, and Solidum Re (Guernsey) ICC has just become
a member of the Guernsey-headquartered International
Stock Exchange.
In 2011 Solidum Re Eiger IC was admitted to the
Exchange’s Official List in what was the first private cat
bond transaction to be listed on any exchange worldwide.
Last year Mr Edmonds announced that Dom Re IC, a cell
of Solidum Re, had issued what was believed to be the first
notes ever to have been digitised on a private blockchain.
Referred to as ‘ILSBlockchain’, the mechanism replaced the
role of a traditional settlement system for the note issue.
‘It is very exciting to be part of another first and I am
looking forward to bringing more innovative ILS transactions
to an exchange that combines cost-effectiveness and
convenience with global standards and international
recognitions,’ he said of the TISE listing.
Mr Edmonds said he selected Guernsey initially because
he was impressed with the ‘can do’ attitude of the island’s
insurance industry.
‘I spoke to various jurisdictions about what I wanted to do.
Guernsey was only place that said: “Well we’ve never done
this before, but we understand what you’re trying to do, and
we think we can do it.” That was the attitude I needed to do
innovative things.’
Mr Edmonds said that he had always found the island’s
regulator, the Guernsey Financial Services Commission, to
be helpful and supportive.
‘I have got to know the GFSC – they are approachable,
have always listened, are willing to accommodate, and are
not just rules-based, more service provider than policeman.’
Through the membership of TISE, Mr Edmonds intends
for Solidum Re (Guernsey) ICC to sponsor the listing of
its incorporated cells’ own debt securities and potentially
Solidum Partners AG’s investment vehicles on the Guernsey
exchange. It is the first time that the core of an Incorporated
Cell Company has been admitted as a member of TISE,
which is home to some world-first listed ILS transactions.
Phone +44 (0) 1481 720071
Twitter @WEAREGUERNSEY
Email info@weareguernsey.com Web weareguernsey.com
PROMOTING AND CONNECTING
Each year Guernsey Finance organises
a number of events outside the island as
part of our efforts to promote and connect
Guernsey in our chosen markets.
In recent years these events have been staged
mainly in London, the island’s principal source of
new business flows, but in the past few years we
have also taken our insurance-linked securities
message to Switzerland, where Zurich is a
global centre of reinsurance and ILS expertise.
Insurance-linked securities is a broad term
that represents the transfer of insurance risk
to the capital markets. Over the past decade,
the market for ILS has grown substantially,
with institutional investors attracted to ILS after
the financial crisis, as a non-correlating asset
class outperforming traditional investments.
ILS is a sector where innovation flourishes,
and Guernsey has much to offer in that area.
MEET THE TEAM
Matt Nichols joined Guernsey Finance upon his
return to the island in 2016. Here, we find out a
little more about him and his role at the company.
Name Matt Nichols
Position Communications Executive
Responsibilities I am part of our comms team ensuring
our key messages make their way across the globe
through the creation and distribution of press releases
and articles, either written in-house or facilitated
via local industry. I also ensure our on-island
stakeholders are kept up-to-date about our activities
both on and off-island and help look after GF’s social
media channels.
When did you join Guernsey Finance?
October 2016.
Favourite aspect of the job? Having a journalismbased
degree, I get to use the skills I gleaned
at university and various media-based jobs
prior to joining Guernsey Finance. I also enjoy
liaising with the trade press and using social
media to promote Guernsey’s message.
How might people know you away from Guernsey
Finance? Prior to returning to Guernsey, I worked
in the media departments of two Premier League
football clubs and later travelled the world as
a professional musician. I still perform locally,
doing solo or duo acoustic gigs and I also front a
50s-themed rock & roll band that gigs regularly
around the island. As a keen football fan, I am also
heavily involved with the media side of Guernsey
Football Club, writing for the website and providing
commentary for GFCTV’s live streaming of matches.
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Down to Earth
yet above the crowds
LTS Tax Limited is an independently owned firm
of Chartered Tax Advisers based in Guernsey,
led by a management team with a combined
professional experience of over 100 years.
Acting primarily for individual private clients
and owner-managed businesses, we deal with
all manner of personal and corporate tax and
accounting issues, as well as the provision of
advice to intermediary and professional firms
on a range of complex tax issues.
For further information on our services
or assistance, please contact our
management team.
www.lts-tax.com
Guernsey and UK tax advice
Preparation of tax returns
UK residence and domicile planning
Inheritance tax planning
Emigration and immigration planning
Trust tax advice and compliance
Fund taxation and reporting obligations
Estate planning and executorship services
Advising on real estate holding structures
ATED and tax on UK residential property
Private client services
Pensions including: RATS / QROPS / IPPs / EBTs / EFRBS
Francis Snoding
Managing Director
Simon Graham
Director
Paul O’Neill
Director
Mandy Connolly
Head of Tax
Technical
Luke Harding
Associate Director
David Parrott
Associate Director
PO Box 20, Les Echelons Court, Les Echelons, St Peter Port, Guernsey, GY1 4AN
T: +44 (0)1481 755862 F: +44 (0)1481 713369 E: taxenquiries@lts-tax.com
LTS Tax Limited (registration number: 54292) is registered with the Chartered Institute of Taxation as a firm of Chartered Tax Advisers.
Please see our website www.lts-tax.com for details. Registered office: Les Echelons Court, Les Echelons, St Peter Port, Guernsey, GY1 1AR.
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DISPUTE
JUDGMENTS
MEAN THAT GUERNSEY’S
TRUSTS SECTOR IS A WINNER
BY ADVOCATE MATHEW NEWMAN, PARTNER AT OGIER
AND HEAD OF OGIER’S GUERNSEY DISPUTE RESOLUTION TEAM
Three factors make the world of trusts jurisdictions
more competitive than ever – the emergence of
new jurisdictions in the market such as Singapore,
Israel and New Zealand, the global trend of
international regulation spanning borders, and the
increasingly competitive attitude of legislatures
and jurisdictions in updating relevant legislation
and adopting the best ideas from competitors.
Against that backdrop, Guernsey’s position as a
leading jurisdiction is being supported both by a
number of significant court decisions that advance
jurisprudence, offering welcome clarity for trustees
and related professionals, and by the recent trend
of the Royal Court producing more written and
publicly available decisions. This emphasises one
of the Island’s key strengths – that Guernsey’s trusts
legislation and its well established court and wealth
of case law provide certainty and clarity for trustees.
Four types of case in the previous 12 months
outline key points for Guernsey trusts:
INVESTEC TRUST (GUERNSEY) LIMITED
V GLENALLA PROPERTIES LIMITED
– this judgment finally confirmed in Jersey law
that the liability of a trustee when transacting, as
trustee and where such capacity is known by the
counterparty, is limited to the assets of the trust –
therefore the trustee is not personally liable. This is
likely to be applied as a matter of Guernsey law also.
RE T LIMITED (2017) AND RE P LIMITED (2018)
- these cases both concerned trusts and divorce,
and what a trustee should do when confronted
with beneficiaries divorcing in a foreign matrimonial
court. In both cases Jersey law case was followed,
but in any case it is essential for a trustee to remain
neutral and seek directions from the court.
LIANG V RBC TRUST COMPANY
– this was the first case to come to trial following
the 2009 Guernsey Court of Appeal decision in
Garnet, which established that a beneficiary should
bring a private law action against the custodian
of monies that have been frozen as a result of the
custodian making a suspicious activity report to
the Financial Investigation Service. In this case
the court held that the heavier burden is on the
beneficiary to show that the assets have not come
from a source which is derived from the proceeds
of crime, which Ms Liang was unable to do.
M V ST ANNES TRUSTEES
- The M v St Annes Trustees case in the Court of
Appeal was an opportunity for the Court of Appeal to
take Guernsey back to a pre Pitt v Holt/Futter v Futter
test so as to make it easier for trustees to revisit their
decisions which had had the effect of having adverse
tax consequences. The Court of Appeal clarified that
the beneficiary must still show breach of duty (as
set out by Lord Walker in Pitt) and that inadequate
deliberations equate to breach of fiduciary duty which
would render the ultimate decision voidable. However
the court declined to follow the unconscionability test
found by the court at first instance, meaning that, in
effect, each Hastings-Bass case is to be determined
on its own facts (once breach of fiduciary duty is
found) and ultimately it is up to the court to decide
as to whether the relief sought should be granted.
What these cases demonstrate is that the
Guernsey courts are grappling with current issues
of the day facing trusts practitioners the world
over and that Guernsey is a credible and developed
trusts jurisdiction.
Guernsey structures offer the key benefit that
trustees - know how the rules work - know how
scenarios will play out - and fundamentally know
how courts may well interpret the law where
disputes emerge.
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TAKING
HOUSE
SELLING
TO A NEW
DIMENSION
A large part of selling anything is the presentation. From shop windows on our high streets to putting the
best pictures on your eBay listing, making what you’re selling look good and presenting it in the right way
can make a real difference to the chances of success. Selling a house is no different and, here, Livingroom Estate
Agent’s founder, CEO Simon Torode explains how the agency is using digital technology to take selling homes
into a new dimension.
When it comes to selling a
home a vendor will generally
do everything they can to make
it look as good as possible; a
new lick of paint or some wellchosen
artwork can really elevate
the appearance of a property
and make the difference.
Our task at Livingroom is no
different; we want to do our
very best for our vendors and
that means using every tool in
our creative box to highlight all
the qualities of the homes we’re
selling. We also take pride in our
island and use every opportunity
to show off what Guernsey has
to offer. Alongside this we’re of
course dedicated to providing
exceptional client service,
something that has won us many
loyal customers over the years.
Working hard for our vendors
means asking ourselves what
we can do differently or better
to paint their homes in the best
possible light and ensure that they
are reaching the right audiences.
This process recently led us to
virtual tours and 3D imagery.
THE LATEST TECHNOLOGY
Presentation is important in
estate agency so we’ve got our
very own in-house creative team
who are specially trained and
have professional, high-tech kit;
making us much more than just
estate agents with cameras.
Our team always has an eye
on the latest innovations and
technological developments
and virtual tours represent the
next step in the industry’s creative
evolution. They’re also a way
to break the traditional model
of enquiring about a house,
arranging a meeting and being
shown around by an agent – a
process that can potentially
happen several times.
Of course, there’s no better
way to get a feel for a property
than having a look around it
and getting the expert advice
of an estate agent. But equally
many of our prospective buyers
have busy lives or don’t live
in Guernsey so a visit is much
more difficult. That’s where our
virtual technology comes in.
AN ADVANCED PLATFORM
Virtual tours allow prospective
buyers to look around select
properties in our portfolio online,
much as you can explore cities
on Google Street View. Users
can navigate their way around
the property – upstairs and
round corners, down hallways
and around kitchens – and get a
feel for the layout. This is hugely
valuable and something that
pictures, no matter how high
the quality, can never replicate.
The platform has already been
hugely useful to prospective
buyers from overseas who
have visited the property
once in person and can then
look around again virtually.
As well as giving immersive
3D tours inside our properties,
the platform also provides 360˚
images of the grounds, gardens
and exteriors. In harnessing the
latest technology to provide a
comprehensive digital picture
of a property the Livingroom
team have once again proved
that the agency is ahead of the
curve and embracing new ways
of working for our clients.
Virtual tours and 3D imagery can really take a sale into the next dimension so if you would like to know more, please contact Nick Paluch or
Jason Hyland on +44 1481 233008 or email info@livingroom.gg for more information regarding the process and costs involved.
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DON’T LET AIRPORT IDENTITY
THIEVES TAKE OFF WITH YOUR DATA
BY PAUL JOHNSON -
MANAGED SECURITY SERVICES
OPERATIONS MANAGER,
LOGICALIS CI
Airports are obvious places to
catch up on emails and go online,
whether you’re at the end of a
business trip, transferring between
flights or just filling time while you wait to be called. It
helps that there is often free Wi-Fi and a few ticks in a
few boxes will usually get you at least 30 free minutes
– enough to check emails, the weather and the latest
news and sport.
But does the convenience of airport Wi-Fi come at
the personal cost of risking your personal identity?
Unfortunately, the bustle of a departures lounge is
fertile ground for cyber-fraudsters but there are some
simple steps you can take to stay safe.
VERIFY THE AIRPORT WI-FI NETWORK NAME
A fraudster doesn’t need a lot of fancy equipment to
create a fake Wi-Fi network. He or she only needs a
battery-powered hotspot that fits into a palm or small
travel backpack pocket. Although it’s probably harder
to join a scam Wi-Fi hotspot in an airport compared
to a coffee shop or restaurant, you still need to be
on your guard. Many airports will publish their Wi-Fi
network names in prominent places like columns,
walls, or displays near charging stations. Before you
join the first network that appears on the list, read
the full name of the hotspot network to make sure it
matches the name posted on the official airport Wi-Fi
literature. Identical-looking network names are called
‘evil twins’ because you have to look very closely to
make sure you choose the right one. You should look
for some of these differences to make help spot one:
• Capitalised words (is it FreeAirportWifi
or FreeairportWifi?)
• A different number (Airport2 instead of Airport1)
• Special characters (i.e. Airport_1 instead
of Airport1)
• If you are not sure, use your tethered 3G
or 4G on your mobile as it's safer.
LOOK FOR AN OPT-IN PAGE
Another clue after you’ve connected to a network
might be if the network has an opt-in page asking you
to agree to the terms of service. Most airport, hotel,
and restaurant Wi-Fi networks require you to enter
an email address and agree to the terms and service
before you can access the network. If the network
doesn’t have an opt-in page or the page looks dodgy,
it could potentially be a fake hotspot.
ACCESS AIRPORT LOUNGE WI-FI NETWORKS
If you can access an airport lounge you will be
joining a more secure network that isn’t available in
the terminal. Reducing the number of people who
can access the network also reduces the probability of
identity theft. Besides having special Wi-Fi access, you
might also enjoy a dedicated work space and a more
relaxing environment.
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USE A FON HOTSPOT OR SUBSCRIBE TO
BOINGO WIRELESS
Most UK airports have Fon and/or Boingo Wireless
hotspots, which are encrypted and safer than a regular
public airport Wi-Fi hotspot network. Some broadband
customers in the Channel Islands will be able to
access Fon hotspots by signing up through their local
internet provider.
ONLY VISIT SITES WITH HTTPS ENCRYPTION
Most internet browsers will warn you if they think
you’re about to open a dangerous website. If that
happens, you have to either click a special button
to proceed or click ‘Back to Safety’ to return to the
previous page. Many websites have now switched
to an ‘https://’ URL address instead of the universal
‘http://’ that has preceded every internet website
address for the last 20 years.
Every browser tells you whether or not a site is
secure in a slightly different way, but you should see
two common features:
• A ‘locked’ padlock icon
• The words ‘secure’ or ‘encrypted’
Being on a secure website doesn’t mean your
browsing activity is hack-proof but it makes it a lot
harder to steal your information. If you need to check
your email, seat selection, or book a hotel room, you
can browse more carefully than a few years ago when
only banking websites went the extra step to encrypt
their data. You should still try to avoid transmitting
your personal data using a public airport Wi-Fi network
as much as possible to keep your internet footprint to
a minimum. It is worth avoiding accessing important
information, such as your bank account details, unless
you absolutely have to.
ALWAYS USE A VPN
Even if you join a password-protected Wi-Fi hotspot
at the airport, hotel or cafe, you should still consider
using a VPN – or Virtual Person Network. Connecting
to a VPN encrypts all your data at the source, your
computer. Only visiting ‘https’ websites is an excellent
rule but you’re relying on the website to encrypt the
data after you click ‘Submit’, and the username and
password were transmitted over the Wi-Fi network.
Activating a VPN browsing session between joining
an airport Wi-Fi network and starting browsing creates
a personal sub-network that only you can access. It’s
an extra layer of security that a hacker needs to break
through to access your personal information. If you’ve
travelled for business, there might be certain work
applications you can’t access unless you’re connected
to a VPN.
DISABLE FILE AND PRINT SHARING
Now that the default storage location for many
devices is the cloud, your laptop or tablet might
be transmitting information over the public airport
Wi-Fi hotspot that you didn’t know about. One way
to limit the transmission of delicate files is to disable
the file and print sharing features on your device.
This can be done in the user settings menus. If you
have an iPhone, you might also consider disabling
AirDrop which is another way to wirelessly transmit
information between Apple devices.
INSTALL THE LATEST SECURITY UPDATES
Make sure your laptop or mobile device has the
latest security updates installed. You want to make it
as difficult for potential hackers to compromise your
data as possible. Regularly installing firmware updates
for your operating system, web browser and apps
are one way to keep your computer on lockdown.
You might also consider using a third-party internet
security programme to block against malware and
other internet threats.
LOOK WHO IS WATCHING
Lastly, identity theft can be as simple as someone
looking over your shoulder while you type to glean
personal details and passwords. As well as taking care
of what network you’re on, check out the people
around you. If you’re not comfortable, move to a
quieter part of the terminal. The last thing you need
is for somebody to run away with your identity while
you’re 35,000 feet in the air and none the wiser until
it’s too late.
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Business
MEET
SARAH MANNERS
If anybody understands Close Finance it’s
Sarah Manners who has worked for the
company for 22 years. Starting out doing
basic admin work, Sarah immediately showed
promise and was moved over to a sales
role. With a unique insight built over many
years, Sarah is now Head of Sales, looking
after the teams in Jersey and Guernsey.
Close Finance CI is the leading motor finance
provider in the Channel Islands and also offers
loans to consumers and businesses – both directly
and through a network of introducers and motor
dealers. The company has had a presence in the
Channel Islands for 50 years and is part of the UK
FTSE 250 merchant bank Close Brothers Group
PLC. ‘We are part of the community and have
often lent to several generations of a family,’ says
Sarah. ‘They finance their first car, their first holiday,
the deposit for a house, perhaps even starting a
business, and because we understand and know our
customers they feel comfortable returning to us.’
In a small community, Close Finance understands
that building these long-term relationships is key to its
success. Whether you are an individual, a dealership
or an established business, the team will take the time
to get to know you. ‘We’re a personable, hands-on
kind of company,’ explains Sarah. ‘What sets us apart
is that we make decisions based on local knowledge
and experience which allows us to treat customers as
people rather than a number; it’s not a ‘computer says
no’ type of business.’ Integrity is key to the company:
‘Reputation is everything, especially when you live on
an island as small as Jersey or Guernsey. We know
the best advertising is word of mouth and this comes
from having positive experiences as a customer.’
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‘YOU NEED TO HAVE A LOT OF PATIENCE AND
DIPLOMACY AND YOU NEED TO BE HIGHLY
ORGANISED, AS YOU HAVE TO JUGGLE QUITE
A FEW PLATES ON A DAY-TO-DAY BASIS‘
Sarah herself has a long-standing
relationship with Close Finance,
going back to 1996. She was
waitressing for the summer when
she interviewed for the position
of Data Input Clerk. ‘I didn’t really
know what I wanted to do, and
my mum was telling me to sort
my life out.’ She didn’t even get
the job initially, but was called
back four months later and asked
to join Close. After a matter of
weeks, her boss asked to speak
to her. ‘The director called me in
and said they’d made a mistake. I
asked, “Oh no, what have I done?”
but he said, “You’re in the wrong
job, you’re not meant to be sitting
behind a desk all day, punching
numbers in – you’re too vivacious
and outgoing, you need to be
out selling.” He asked me how I
would feel about being a trainee
executive to the directors and
that’s where my journey started.’
Proving to be a natural at
establishing relationships with
motor dealers, Sarah thoroughly
enjoyed this role for 15 years,
moving her way up within the
company before becoming a
manager. ‘My boss at the time said
it was time for me to hand the
baton over, pass my experience
down to somebody else and lead,’
says Sarah. She admits that this
wasn’t easy at first: ‘I did struggle
a little bit at the start letting go
because I’d held the reins for
so long, but I’ve got into it now
and I’ve got the most amazing
team around me, who share the
same work ethic, care as much
as I do and don’t have to be
micromanaged - I’m very lucky.’
Sarah has a clear idea of the
qualities needed in her role: ‘You
need to have a lot of patience
and diplomacy and you need
to be highly organised, as you
have to juggle quite a few plates
on a day-to-day basis and not
lose your nerve. You’ve got to
be a doer, you can’t be a halfhearted
person when there’s so
THE COMPANY HAS HAD
A PRESENCE IN THE
CHANNEL ISLANDS FOR
50 YEARS AND IS PART
OF THE UK FTSE 250
MERCHANT BANK CLOSE
BROTHERS GROUP PLC.
‘WE ARE PART OF THE
COMMUNITY AND HAVE
OFTEN LENT TO SEVERAL
GENERATIONS OF A
FAMILY,’ SAYS SARAH
much competition out there.’
Sarah explains that the market
has changed in terms of how
consumers borrow money: ‘Years
ago, you didn’t have access to
the data and the stats that you
do now. You’d go to your bank
or your provider and they’d give
you an interest rate and a monthly
payment and you’d just trust that
it was a good rate. Now you can
research online and it’s easy to
shop around. Consumers are
getting tougher and we have to
be at the top of the game, making
sure we’re treating them fairly and
our products are fit for purpose.’
Outside of work, Sarah loves
to socialise, travel and keep fit
by boxing, running and circuit
training. ‘I also dabble in a bit
of baking now and then, I like
the process and I find it quite
therapeutic.’ Her favourite
moments have been spent
ranching in Arizona, however.
‘I have this fascination with
cowboys so being on horseback,
going up into the mountains and
living like a cowboy is definitely
my best experience ever.’
In her working life, helping
individuals and businesses to
get started is one of the most
gratifying aspects of Sarah’s job.
‘Everyone needs a helping hand,
and people need a punt taking on
them. We’re in the risk business
at the end of the day, obviously
we wouldn’t take an uncalculated
risk or do anything that would be
to the detriment of the business,
but we try to support and help
as much as we can. That’s the
rewarding thing about what
we do – you can really make a
difference to people’s lives.’
To find out more about how
Close Finance can help your
business visit closefinanceci.com
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Guernsey: a gateway
to global expertise
At ABN AMRO our investment managers pride
themselves on being able to build long term
relationships with their clients, based on a foundation
of trust and a full understanding of the individual needs
and objectives that each new relationship brings.
If you would like to learn more about how ABN
AMRO in the Channel Islands can help you, please
do not hesitate to contact us.
Our clients also benefit from the global resources
made available to them by one of Europe’s largest
private banks with assets under management of
over €200bn*.
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PO Box 253, Martello Court, Admiral Park
St Peter Port, Guernsey, GY1 3QJ
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Business
TECHNOLOGY
IS THIS ANOTHER
BUBBLE ABOUT
TO BURST?
BY TONY ABREU INVESTMENT MANAGER,
ABN AMRO (CHANNEL ISLANDS) LIMITED
The technology sector is often the most attractive
investment destination in any economy, and
after an extended period of strong performance,
Tony Abreu, Investment Manager and member
of the ABN AMRO Channel Islands Investment
Committee, asks what’s next for the sector?
Tech company shares have been a very rewarding
investment opportunity for many years, even when you
include the technology crash of 2000. Recent returns
have been hard to ignore. The US technology bellwether
NASDAQ Index has risen by 600% since the market
lows of March 2009, but is the tech frenzy overdone?
Is the current market capitalisation of the technology
sector out of sync with the underlying reality?
THE DIGITAL REVOLUTION
In recent years, we have observed a panoply of new
technologies and applications coming to the market,
ranging from Internet of Things (IoT), autonomous
driving and Virtual Reality (VR), to robo-assisted surgery,
Big Data and Artificial Intelligence (AI). The reason why
all these applications are coming to the market now is
because of the current, almost unlimited, availability of
computing power and storage. All of a sudden, the end
market for IT is growing dramatically and will almost
certainly continue to do so. This is essentially the main
argument behind the long-term optimism for the sector.
IS THE TECH RALLY OVERDONE?
The key question today is whether these secular trends
have been completely discounted in the current stock
prices or not. Seasoned investors will automatically
refer to the burst of the IT bubble in 2000. They will
remember high valuations, undisciplined capex spending
and soaring revenue growth expectations. This was
all sparked by the advent of the World Wide Web and
many investors overlooked traditional concepts like
valuation, leverage or risk. Investors were fixated only
about not missing the internet boat and the related
supply chain. No need to recall what happened when
many of these dot-coms ran out of money, as they were
not able to deliver on their lofty promises with regard
to the profitability of their respective business models.
It’s fair to say that the sector has learned its lesson
and has completely reinvented itself. The massive
consolidation that took place in the aftermath of 2000 is
still ongoing. For example, in the memory semiconductor
space, the number of important players has gone
from around 25 to 3. The impact on the profitability
of the remaining companies is easy to understand.
Classic metrics such as P/E, operating margins and
expected revenue growth are all much more realistic
and, by in large, far removed from year 2000 levels.
SUPPORTED BY STRONG SECULAR DRIVERS
The unrivalled innovation taking place in technology is
far from over. Completely autonomous cars or advanced
drones that will deliver your ordered goods without any
human intervention, or quantum computers that will be
millions of times more powerful than current computers,
and mini-robots that can be used inside the human
body – performing tissue biopsies and dispensing drugs
– are but a few examples indicating that we are still in
the early innings of what will be possible in the future.
Technological evolution will continue to drive the
revenues, margins and cash generation of the IT sector
in general. We consider the current valuation to be fair,
but given the significant outperformance, we cannot
exclude a temporary correction. At the same time, due
to the numerous secular drivers, we remain convinced
the sector continues to deserve investor attention
Tony Abreu
Investment Manager
Tel: +44 1481 751000
abnamroprivatebanking.gg
ABN AMRO (Channel Islands) Limited (Registration No. 13263) is licensed in Guernsey under the
Banking Supervision (Bailiwick of Guernsey) Law, 1994 and The Protection of Investors (Bailiwick
of Guernsey) Law, 1987, as amended. ABN AMRO (Channel Islands) Limited is a participant in the
Guernsey Banking Deposit Compensation Scheme. The Scheme offers protection for ‘qualifying
deposits’ up to £50,000 subject to certain limitations. The maximum total amount of compensation is
capped at £100,000,000 in any 5 year period. Details are available on the internet at www.dcs.gg or by
contacting the administrator at PO Box 380, St Peter Port, Guernsey GY1 3FY, T: +44 (0) 1481 707914.
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With you
every step
of the way
Along with leading property lawyers and conveyancers, our
long-established property team includes planning specialist
Rachel Jones.
Rachel has extensive experience in advising clients on
planning matters, including applications, appeals, judicial
review proceedings, development plan inquiries, enforcement
matters and agreements.
If you require legal advice on, or assistance with, the local
planning process, please get in touch.
Rachel Jones
Property lawyer and planning specialist
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TIME FOR A
CHANGE?
PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS FOR
GUERNSEY HOME IMPROVEMENTS
Business
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Many people have ideas about the
Rachel Jones improvements they wish to make to their homes, but before
Property lawyer commencing and planning any specialist such works, it is important to consider
if it will be necessary to obtain planning permission for
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them and if so, what the planning process will involve.
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There are a number of planning
considerations to take into account
when deciding what changes
you wish to make to a Guernsey
property, writes Carey Olsen senior
associate Rachel Jones, a specialist
in Guernsey planning law.
Planning permission is required for the carrying out of
any development of land unless it is 'exempt development'.
There are various works to a house and garden that
constitute exempt development (the 'Exemptions').
However, the Exemptions do not apply to flats, maisonettes,
self-catering holiday accommodation or commercial
buildings and careyolsen.com
most do not apply to protected buildings.
There are over 20 Exemptions including:
• Replacement of windows and doors
• Re-roofing
• Alterations to the external walls of
a house consisting of rendering, removing
render and re-cladding in natural stone or timber
• Erection of extensions
• Erection of a porch, freestanding
garage, shed, gate, fence or wall
• Installation of a swimming pool
• Installation of solar panels and of
a satellite dish antenna
• Creation, extension or re-surfacing of a hardsurfaced
area (including timber decking).
However, for an Exemption to apply, the proposed works
must comply with:
• General provisos set out in the law; and
• Specific provisos set out in the law for
each Exemption.
For example, in the case of the erection of an
extension to a house, the specific provisos relate to
matters such as the position of the extension, the
floor area, height, glazing, materials and the roof.
If your proposed works do comply with the provisos
and are exempt development, the following should
also be considered before any works are carried out:
• Exemption rights may be removed by
planning conditions and so any previous
planning permissions for the property should
be considered to see whether there are
any conditions that affect Exemptions.
• The title documents may contain restrictions on
development that can be carried out to the property.
• Exemptions do not apply to building regulations and so
buildings regulations approval may be required even if
planning permission is not.
If your proposed works do require planning permission,
an application must be submitted to the Development and
Planning Authority (DPA).
In deciding whether or not to grant planning permission,
the DPA assess planning applications against the Island
Development Plan (IDP) and take into account any relevant
material planning considerations, which are set out in the
island’s planning law.
The IDP contains the planning policies for the whole of the
island and provides for the development Guernsey needs
to maintain to ensure economic prosperity and to provide
for social and environmental needs, whilst ensuring the
island remains an attractive place to live, work and visit.
Generally speaking, applications for planning permission
must comply with the IDP for planning permission to
be granted.
Most planning applications (typically, more than 95%)
are determined by the planning officers, but in certain
circumstances they will be determined by the political
members of the DPA. Those circumstances include cases
where the application involves a departure from the DPA’s
established policies; where the application appears to raise
particularly contentious or sensitive issues; and where an
appeal to the Planning Tribunal, or other legal challenge,
appears likely.
The planning officers will prepare a planning report setting
out all of the relevant planning policies and considerations, a
summary of any representations received from third parties, a
summary of any consultation responses received from other
organisations or States’ departments and a recommendation
as to whether planning permission should be granted.
The decision on the application is then made either by the
officers or by the political members. If that decision is to
refuse planning permission, the applicant may appeal to the
Planning Tribunal.
The Planning Tribunal is independent of the DPA and any
States Committee or body. In deciding an appeal, it will
carry out a full reconsideration of the facts. An appeal must
be made within 6 months of the date of the DPA's decision
to refuse planning permission. Planning appeals may be
dealt with by way of written representations or by a public
hearing where the parties can present their case in person.
Carey Olsen’s property and planning law specialists are
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applications for planning permission through to appeals.
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Business
T’S ALL
ABOUT
TACTICS
©VISITBRITAIN/
ROD EDWARDS
‘SOME PEOPLE BELIEVE
FOOTBALL IS A MATTER
OF LIFE AND DEATH…’
Bill Shankly
BY MARK BOUSFIELD,
RAVENSCROFT GROUP MANAGING DIRECTOR
The Liverpool legend may have been
destined to be misquoted – the rest
of it goes (tongue-in-cheek): “I am
very disappointed with that attitude.
I can assure you it is much, much
more important than that” – but it
would be hard to disagree given
what we saw during early July.
To what degree the performances
merited the hysteria may be a
good question in hindsight, but
was certainly not while the dream
remained so tantalisingly alive.
After all, England’s perennial
underachievers had not been this
close for 28 years – and, even then,
only three times in the tournament’s
entire existence (including the
1966 of blessed memory).
Why jump on the bandwagon?
And what on earth has football got
to do with investing, anyway?
Well, the outcome was interesting
to us because of the approach
employed by Gareth Southgate,
England’s now much-admired
manager, and the parallels one could
draw with the psychology associated
with his strategy and tactics.
Southgate had done his homework
and decided definitively how he
wished the team to play. This
new England style specifically
acknowledged the perceived lack
of creative midfield players and
ended up in the much-discussed
3-5-2 formation where high
tempo combined with aggressive
defence was the order of the day.
The approach obviously worked
well in the qualifying phase of the
tournament – the team coming top
of its (admittedly weak) group – and
was repeated to great effect during
the early stages of the tournament
finals (again, against comparatively
weak opposition). None of this is
to suggest that Southgate did not
recognise his good fortune or,
indeed, that he underestimated
the task as England progressed
further towards the Holy Grail.
It is a matter of record that England’s
luck (or calculation?) in coming
second in Group G provided the
team its best opportunity to progress
to a final since 1966: the projected
opposition on its ‘side of the draw’
was demonstrably weaker than that
of the other. England crept past a
Colombia missing its most creative
player (overcoming its nine game
penalty shoot-out hoodoo in the
process) and was then faced with
the middling challenge of Sweden,
which it summarily dismissed.
Then, for the second time in the
tournament (and the first didn’t
really count – though, tellingly, they
lost – because both sides fielded
weakened teams since they had
already qualified) England came face
to face with a genuine footballing
team possessed of world-class
individuals. Everyone dared to dream
– for 20 minutes. Gradually, but very
perceptibly, Croatia took control of
the game and passed England into
oblivion. The pointless third-place
playoff was merely a stark reminder
of the difference in class and England
succumbed without much of a fight.
So, about those tactics…
Military colleges around the world
teach their students a detailed and
complex analysis and planning
process termed the Estimate. One
mission analysis question – all longsuffering
students have it tattooed on
their brains – is the so-called Question
4: “Has the situation changed and,
if so, has this affected the overall
outcomes sought? Can I make any
provision now for how the situation
might change in the future?”
To return to investing and a
gross oversimplification, John
Maynard Keynes allegedly said:
“when the facts change, I change
my mind. What do you do?”
It was apparent that England was
losing control of the Croatia game, but
Southgate opted to continue doing
more of the same – even substituting
players into exactly the same roles
to double-down. Perhaps he did it
from a point of weakness; that is, he
considered that England could only
play one way. Or perhaps (highly
unlikely) he only knew one way to play.
Regardless, most informed viewers
watched the second half more in
hope than expectation – never a good
thing where England is concerned!
The England footballing approach to
investing is equally risky and illogical.
Which is why, in order to answer our
own Question 4, we have a devil’s
advocate sat on our investment
committee banging-on about themes
and rationales. What do you do?
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Business
COULD GDPR
STOP YOU
FINDING YOUR
PERFECT JOB?
ANDREW PARTLOW, DIRECTOR OF
CHANNEL ISLANDS’ RECRUITMENT
AGENCY, ALEXANDER DANIELS
OFFSHORE, GIVES US HIS
INSIGHTS INTO HOW TO ENSURE
YOU ARE STILL TOP OF THE TREE
WHEN IT COMES TO FINDING
YOUR PERFECT ROLE.
JOB-SEEKING AND GDPR
With the recent instruction of the
revised Data Protection Laws in both
Guernsey and Jersey, magazines
and newspapers have been awash
with quick guides on how to get
your business compliant. But as
the new laws pertain to how your
personal data is handled - and
most importantly, your “right to be
forgotten”, how does this affect the
proactive or passive job-seeker?
THE GO-TO RECRUITER
Many of you will have your
recruiter of choice, that has helped
you – and your family and friends
secure previous positions – and
who may have indeed helped to
shape your career too. When you
have an excellent relationship with
your recruiter of choice, that fully
understands you and your career
objectives - as well as knowing what
environments will suit you, this is
priceless. Finding the perfect role
often takes a proactive idea from the
recruiter when you aren’t proactively
looking for a new role. Your go-to
recruiter is just that, because they
are good at what they do, they
understand you, they actively think
of you - and thus become your
long-term recruiter - not just when
you are actively looking for a new
role. Consider that you may not
have spoken to your recruiter for
some time, but they have a role that
they know you will be interested in…
what if GDPR stops this happening -
and you no longer have those eyes
and ears watching the marketplace
for you, that you have trusted and
relied upon for so many years?
NICHE MARKETS
Most markets are now candidatedriven,
i.e. there is a shortage of
talent available, with some markets
being more niche than others.
Search & selection and headhunting
are common tools required -
especially for senior appointments,
or particularly niche roles - so it
isn’t just job-seekers that could
be affected - but also clients, in
finding the talent they require. This
is more relevant to the Channel
Islands than anywhere else, given
the restrictions that are already in
place in terms of the ‘right to work’
and the need for ‘off-island’ talent to
fill skill gaps. Many positions that are
filled with off-island candidates are
from headhunts, where the recruiter
would have used historical data in
order to find the right candidate. It’s
food for thought.
KEEPING IN TOUCH
If you’re dealing with recruitment
agencies, an agency worth their
salt will always keep you updated
regularly. Once your placement
process has completed, an agency
will be required to remove your
information from their records -
unless you have expressed a desire
to be kept apprised of opportunities
in the future. Generally, you will be
presented with this option during
the registration process.
You will no doubt have seen
earlier this year, many businesses
contacting you by email asking you
to update your contact preferences,
to ensure they are GDPRcompliant.
This is no different with
a recruitment agency. If you were
contacted, then there is no need
to worry. However; if you have
not been contacted, either; your
data and the permission you gave
them are already GDPR-compliant
- or if the data on-file isn’t GDPR
compliant, then it will have been
purged from their records.
If you’re in the latter camp and
you haven’t spoken to your agency
in a while, then it would be worth
contacting them, to let them
know that you would like to have
your details kept on file for future
opportunities, just to be certain.
YOUR RIGHT TO BE
FORGOTTEN
The big change brought in by
GDPR is your right to be forgotten.
It more tightly governs the way you
permit the usage of your data - and
gives the individual more clarity
on what will be done with their
data. Most importantly, it gives
the individual an easier route to
having their data removed from an
organisation’s records. I, for one,
hope that I don’t receive any more
calls asking me if I have had an
accident in the last 50 years that
wasn’t my fault… something tells
me, though, that there will be a
loophole!
To conclude, if you’re actively
pursuing career opportunities, or
want to be informed of excellent
career opportunities, in light of the
law changes, it is very worthwhile
putting some time aside to re-admit
permission to your recruiter of
choice to hold your data on file.
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FACES OF BUSINESS
ANDREW HARDING
Andrew is a Group Partner within the Corporate department
at Appleby. He is based in the Guernsey office and is part of the
Crown Dependencies team having previously spent 12 years
in the Isle of Man office.
Andrew is a Financial Services specialist who brings with him
a wealth of experience in relation to regulatory matters, with
a particular focus on Insurance and Investment Business.
In addition, he regularly advises in connection with the
formation, restructuring and termination of alternative
investment funds and private investment structures.
How do you start off your
working day?
Where is your favourite
place in the world?
What single achievement
are you most proud of?
Two cups of coffee, check emails
that came in overnight and
update my to-do list. It’s rare that
the list ends up any shorter!
How would you describe
your leadership style?
Inclusive and light touch so as
to foster a friendly, collegiate
environment. The members of
the team need to feel confident
that they can be part of the
decision-making process in
order to develop confidence and
their own style and practice.
Do you travel much in
your role?
Typically around once a
month, usually to London,
Dublin or mainland Europe but
occasionally further afield.
How do you maintain a
healthy work/life balance?
Making time for family and exercise
is key. I have two young children
who are always up early, so time
in the mornings is very special.
The kids are very tiring so I can
then go to work for a rest!
I have very fond memories
of Borneo, having spent my
honeymoon there. That said, I really
love being high up in the mountains
on a sunny day, so I will go for
the Austrian Alps in summertime.
They are just spectacular.
How would you
quantify success?
For me, success needs to take
account of all key aspects of
your life: a happy family; good
relationships with friends, clients
and colleagues; and a healthy
outdoor lifestyle. The trick is to
keep all the plates spinning!
What’s the best piece of
advice you were ever given?
A useful mantra to guard against
prevarication: ‘If not you,
who? If not now, when?’ More
generally, I am of the view that
it is nice to be important but
more important to be nice.
Representing the Isle of Man
in the England Hockey County
Championships and also in the
Four Islands tournament which was
held between Jersey, Guernsey,
Bermuda and the Isle of Man.
As a child, what did you want
to be when you grew up?
Growing up, I loved reading Gerald
Durrell’s tales of exploration so I
was determined to travel the world
capturing animals for my own zoo.
A number of pet allergies meant that
this was never really on the cards.
What is the last thing
you think about at the
end of the day?
The final part of the day can be
very valuable. I find it is often the
moment that all the elements of a
complex matter fall into place and
a solution presents itself. When
that happens, I email myself and
pick it up the next morning…
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STRESS LESS
If we get it wrong, and many do, the workplace can be the cause of so much
worry, stress, anxiety and heightened emotional arousal, yet with the right
knowledge, and the application of a few simple techniques, that culture can
change for the better. Guernsey-based psychotherapist, John Halker, discusses
the ways in which companies and organisations can help employees to thrive.
Human intelligence is not a fixed
commodity, particularly at work. People
change, sometimes dramatically, according
to the pressures that they are under, and
as those pressures increase, employees
become less useful to the organisation.
In fact, there is a direct connection between
the stresses people experience at work, and
the outlook for engagement, productivity and
retention. The neuroscience is complex and
any brain model is always going to be a huge
simplification, but it is useful to think of the
human brain as being in three parts. At the
top we have the cortex, the most modern part
of our brain, which deals with language and
logic, the past and future, complex decision
making, etc. The modern human thinker.
In the middle sits the emotional brain, handling
things like social connection, looking after
each other, which is vital to us, as our young
are so defenseless for so long, so we need to
feel connected together in groups to defend
them against predators, historically. So, we’re
a social species and at a biological level we
actually need to connect with others. It’s one of
several human needs that are all-important, and
needs which need to be met in healthy,
balanced and sustainable ways
across all aspects of our lives.
Then we have another
tiny little brain - the
amygdala, which runs
our fight or flight or
freeze response.
Anyone who has
ever been in a
panic has felt its
power, as it can
radically limit focus
and real thinking.
The main challenge
for employers is that
as stress increases,
even if there is no
physical danger, the more
primitive brain areas activate,
and the primitive brain hijacks the
thinking brain. We become more selfish,
more focused on self-preservation, and so
less likely to be able to function well at work.
Maybe you can remember what this feels
like if you recall a time when you suddenly
realised something was very wrong - you
probably couldn’t think about anything else
until the danger had passed. This shift from
intelligent being to rabbit-in-the-headlights
is a sliding scale of anxiety, and with it a
sliding scale of intelligence, collaboration and
creativity. The issue for managers is getting
people to the right place on that scale.
It’s actually simple to work out what people
need in order to have a calm but energised and
productive time at work - you only have to ask
them. I’ve done that with a very large number
of individuals using wethrive.net as my starting
point. It doesn’t matter what sector they work in
or where they are, the answers are remarkably
similar. People want a collaborative group that
works well, with a clear idea of what they are
supposed to be doing and why, with knowledge,
skills and resources, and a good deal of attention
from managers, being recognised for their
contribution and feeling there’s a point to
their job. It is extremely rare for employees
to mention money in this exercise unless
they are having trouble making ends meet.
It is vital that we know whether people are
getting these needs met at work, because
almost anything else will cause problems
for them psychologically. Anything else will
cause unseen frustration and unhappiness,
and impact on people’s ability to work
well and feel good about work.
In case you are wondering how much
of the time people get all these things, on
average, it depends on the company, but
most employees will be lucky to be in the right
place mentally for 65% of their working lives.
If managers are also struggling to get their
own needs met, the pressures and stress will be
fed down the line. However, in the knowledgework
era we need full access to the most
intelligent areas of our brains, which makes
it vital to have a full appreciation of whether
each member of the team is functioning fully.
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‘THE BEST TIME TO PLANT
A TREE WAS TWENTY YEARS
AGO. THE SECOND-BEST
TIME IS NOW’.
BY CRAIG ALLEN, HEAD OF INVESTMENT
MANAGEMENT, JULIUS BAER GUERNSEY
The quote above comes from an
old Chinese proverb. This simple
statement is relevant to financial
markets in that the power of
compounding over long time periods
is the investor’s best friend. The
longer that an investor can remain
in the market and the earlier that he
or she can first invest, the better the
long-term results. Aggressive market
timing or trading heavily generally
destroys value, with costs potentially
increasing at the same time. For
those who do attempt to time the
market, typically the sale orders are
placed after an initial fall, but often
before total market capitulation.
Some downside losses may therefore
be avoided. However, few investors
ever re-enter the markets anywhere
near to the bottom, often reinvesting
at a higher level than where they
originally sold. Some investors may
still be waiting for the next dip...
Returning to the proverb, twenty
years ago we were about to embark
on the first tech boom with ‘TMT’
(Technology, Media and Telecoms)
all the rage. Much has changed in
financial markets since this time,
though the objectives and concerns
of clients have remained constant.
Investors rightly want to avoid the
scenario of buying at the top and
seeing their hard-earned capital
decline in value from the outset. This
is a natural fear and can be managed
to a certain extent by phasing cash
into the markets gradually (pound
cost averaging). However, despite
everyone’s fears, the reality is that
over time, financial markets increase
in value. Much of this return comes
from coupons, dividends and
the power of compounding.
The last 20 years certainly haven’t
been the best period for investment
returns. On 1 September 1998,
the FTSE 100 stood at 5,249. It has
risen by approximately 47% since
then, though clients often forget
to include the crucially important
dividend income mentioned above.
When including dividends, the total
gross return is 193%, equating to an
annualised increase of 5.6%.
WHILST WE WOULD ALL
PREFER TO INVEST AT THE
BOTTOM AND TO SELL AT
THE TOP, THE CHINESE
PROVERB AND THE LAST
20 YEARS ARE EVIDENCE
THAT INVESTING EARLY
AND REMAINING CALM IS
THE BEST STRATEGY
This return includes the bear market
of the early 2000s, the financial crisis
of 2008, the European Sovereign
debt crisis of 2011 and the oil shock
in early 2016. Each of these events
may have encouraged market timing
investors to trade, but a ‘buy and
hold’ approach would have been far
more effective. This 5.6% result is far
higher than any returns that would
have been achieved in cash deposits
and is comfortably ahead of inflation.
Over this challenging 20 year period, a
£500,000 portfolio would have grown
to almost £1.5m before any fees.
Turning to the opportunity set today,
inflation is approximately 2.5%. This
means that cash deposits and most
developed bond markets outside of
the US offer negative returns after
inflation. Therefore, clients with
excess cash deposits and who are
willing to accept some degree of
volatility have a strong reason to
allocate their capital into investments
that are capable of delivering a
positive yield after inflation.
The next reference point is the
valuation of the UK stock market.
Whilst the UK is not without its
difficulties, it remains an important
consideration for our Sterling based
clients. The UK now trades on 14
times earnings (which is slightly
lower than the long-term average).
Importantly it also provides a dividend
yield of 4%. This yield is well above
the inflation rate and whilst the capital
is at risk, equities provide a far better
chance of matching or beating
inflation over any reasonable time
period. As a global bank, Julius Baer
encourages clients to invest globally
and we also examine the valuation
of equity markets around the world.
In summary then, whilst we would
all prefer to invest at the bottom and
to sell at the top, the Chinese proverb
and the last 20 years are evidence that
investing early and remaining calm
is the best strategy. When investing,
the opportunity set today favours
equities compared to cash deposits
and low yielding government bonds.
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Data protection laws already
exist to protect our personal
data in basic ways but they are
outdated and have not kept up
with society’s reliance upon email,
social media, mobile apps and the
internet. The purpose of the EU’s
European General Data Protection
Regulation 2016/679 (“GDPR”) is to
modernise personal data laws to
give individuals more protection
and control over their personal
data and to raise the standard of
data protection laws. Similarly, the
EU’s Law Enforcement Directive
(EU 2016/680) (“LED”) protects
citizens’ rights to data protection
when their data is processed by
law enforcement authorities.
It is crucial for the international
finance industry in Guernsey, a
non-EU jurisdiction, to be able to
collect information from clients
and share it with affiliates and
service providers across the UK
and the European Union without
delay or regulatory barriers.
For that reason, Guernsey
has been one of only 11 non-
EU jurisdictions (called “third
countries”) whose data protection
regimes have benefited from
an adequacy decision of the EU
Commission. This means that
the EU has judged Guernsey to
have equivalent data protection
standards to those in the EU,
thereby allowing data to flow
between the Bailiwick and Europe.
Therefore it came as no surprise
that in April 2017 the States of
Guernsey announced that it
was committed to introducing
legislation that implements the
GDPR and LED. On 29 November
2017 the States approved the
draft Data Protection (Bailiwick of
Guernsey) Law 2017 (the “DPL”)
to implement the GDPR and
LED. The DPL now requires Royal
Assent. It is expected to come into
force on or around 25 May 2018,
at the same time that the GDPR
comes into effect across the EU.
WHAT ARE SOME OF THE
MOST IMPORTANT CHANGES
IN THE NEW LAW?
Strengthens the rights
of data subjects
The DPL confers a raft of new
rights on the people to whom
the personal data relates (data
subjects), such as the right to be
forgotten and the right to data
portability (i.e., being able to
switch service providers, such
as mobile phone companies,
without losing data). New civil
actions can be brought by data
subjects for breach of statutory
duties against data controllers
(those who decide how and
why data is processed) and data
processors (those who process the
personal data) when the breach
causes damage. “Damage” is
defined widely to include financial
loss, distress, inconvenience
and other adverse effects.
Heavier duties on data controllers
and new duties on data processors
The DPL will impose much
wider duties on data controllers
and creates new duties for
data processors. For example,
data controllers will need to
have written agreements with
all of their data processors
and sufficient guarantees from
processors that they will meet
the DPL’s requirements; while
data processors will be required
by law to delete or return all data
after finishing their services.
A more independent and
more powerful regulator
Once the DPL is in force,
the Guernsey Data Protection
Commissioner will be called the
Data Protection Authority and will
be given far more independence
and power than the Commissioner
presently enjoys. Data processors,
as well as data controllers, will
need to register with the Authority
and pay a fee. The Authority’s
greater powers will include the
ability to give tougher penalties
for breach of data protection
law, reaching up to as much as
10% of global annual turnover
with a limit of £10 million.
Guernsey businesses need
to prepare now for the DPL
coming into force in May 2018.
Babbé LLP can assist with your
business’ preparations, no
matter how large or small.
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ENGLISH COURT
OF APPEAL FINDS
GUERNSEY TRUSTEES
PERSONALLY LIABLE’
BY TODD MCGUFFIN AND RAJAH ABUSREWIL,
PARTNERS AT BABBÉ LLP
If you think the use of the words
‘in its capacity as trustee of the
X trust and not otherwise’ will
prevent a trustee from being
personal liable for damages in a
commercial transaction, think again.
THE FACTS
CDS (Superstores International)
Limited trading as 'the Range', a
major UK retailer ('CDS'), entered
into an English commercial lease
with two Guernsey trustees, First
Tower Trustees Limited and Intertrust
Trustees Limited ('the Trustees').
The lease agreement stated that the
Trustees entered the lease ‘in their
capacities as trustees of The Barnsley
Unit Trust and not otherwise’.
At trial the English High Court
found that the Trustees had
misrepresented the level of asbestos
contamination at the lease property
and awarded damages in favour
of CDS in the sum of £1.4 million
plus interest and costs. In an
extraordinary failure, the Trustees
did not seek from the outset to
rely upon section 42 of the Trusts
(Guernsey) Law 2007 which operates
to limit trustee liability as against
third parties to the extent of the
assets in the trust. That provision was
recently the subject of the groundbreaking
Privy Council judgment in
Investec v Glenalla in which Babbé
acted. Given this failure, the Trustees
had to personally pay the judgment.
The Trustees appealed to the
English Court of Appeal arguing (i)
section 42 should operate to limit
their liability to CDS to the extent
of the trust assets (which were
significantly less than the judgment
sum) and (ii) the words 'in their
capacities as trustees of The Barnsley
Unit Trust and not otherwise' limited
any personal liability of the trustees
Todd McGuffin
Partner
at Babbé LLP
to third parties not only under
the lease but also in tort (i.e. for
misrepresentation) and under statute
(damages for misrepresentation in
England are regulated by legislation).
The Court of Appeal noted that
the Privy Council in Investec held
that section 42 does not operate
to cap trustee liability but merely
limits the class of trust assets to
which a third party creditor may
have recourse for enforcement of a
debt. However, given the judgment
debt had already been paid in this
case, the court ruled that section 42
did not operate as no enforcement
against trust assets was necessary.
The court further held the only
way a trustee can limit their personal
liability to third parties is by clearly
expressing this in the contract.
Whether a trustee does so is a
question of the construction and
interpretation of the terms of the
contract. The court acknowledged
that there was no previous case
law on the question of whether
the form of words used by the
trustees in this case did limit liability
in tort or under legislation.
Ultimately, the court determined
that the words used only limited
Rajah Abusrewil
Partner
at Babbé LLP
the personal liability of the trustees
under the lease (e.g. for breach
of contract) and did not limit any
liability for tort or under statute.
It must always be remembered
that duties under a contract are
separate and distinct to duties in
tort or under legislation. A limitation
of liability for these concurrent but
distinct liabilities was not found in
the words used or by way of any
necessary implication in those
words. As a result, the appeal was
dismissed and the Trustees were
not entitled to a return of the
judgment sum and were ordered
to pay CDS’ appeal costs.
All trustees must ensure that the
extent of any intended limitations
of personal liability as against
third parties in commercial
transactions are expressly and
fully articulated in the contractual
documentation including with
regard to any potential liabilities
under applicable foreign legislation.
Babbé LLP Dispute Resolution
Partner, Advocate Todd
McGuffin advised the English
legal team for CDS.
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25 YEARS OF
NETWORK
Network Insurance & Financial Planning turns 25 this year, as the current form of the
Company was incorporated in 1993, although we can trace our heritage back to 1965.
From our simple origins as a
traditional insurance broker, the
company really took off when the
current owners and management
team bought the business in 2006.
Since then, the company has
gone from strength to strength,
tripling in size, employing 14
people, adding an Independent
Financial Advice division and
operating out of our very own
building, Network House.
We feel like we have come a
long way; however the truth is that
whilst we have grown, the core
principles of providing friendly,
professional advice to the local
community and further afield has
not changed.
We are proud to be locally based
and locally owned, and therefore,
to mark our 25th anniversary, as
well as celebrating how far we
have come, we also decided we
wanted to try and give back to the
community that has supported us.
Our aim is to raise £25,000 for two
very deserving local charities over
the course of the year:
• Guernsey Society for Cancer
Relief – a local society formed
to help and support cancer
sufferers and their relatives
financially and otherwise
(cancerrelief.org.gg); and
• Guernsey MIND – the Guernsey
Association for Mental Health
(guernseymind.org.gg)
Whilst we have a lot to be proud
of in what we have accomplished
during the last 25 years, we have
still have plans for the future. In an
ever-evolving digital environment,
Network hopes to complement
our tradition customer values of
personal service and evolve with
our customers' demands. This will
involve the launch of an online
trading platform offering both
quote and buy opportunities within
the next 12 months and following
this an online client area where our
customers can view and update
their information as well as viewing
their current policies, relevant
documentation and also be able
to log claims in due course.
Here at Network, we do aim
to be progressive and forwardthinking,
and hope to be
celebrating again in another
twenty five years.
As we continue our celebrations
and fundraising, we would like
to take this opportunity to say
thank you to all our staff, clients,
suppliers and friends for making
Network the company it is today
and in the future! Please do pop
into our office to see us; we
couldn’t have done it without you.
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Just for fun: A few other things
that happened in 1993:
• Buckingham Palace
opened its doors to the
public for the first time;
• The Bank of England lowered
interest rates to 5.375% (the
lowest they had been since
1977, and yet still 4.625% higher
than current rates);
• NASA lost contact with the
Mars Observer spacecraft, just
three days before entering
orbit. Originally budgeted
at $212 million, the project
reportedly cost $813 million;
• Jurassic Park was released in
cinemas; and
• England’s Football captain
Harry Kane was born on
28 July.
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LEGAL CASE
STRATEGY:
THE SECRET TO
FINDING CRITICAL
INFORMATION FAST
BY ALLISON MIRIANI, LDM GLOBAL
Whether eDisclosure is being used in a litigation or an investigation, a
main goal is to find 'the smoking guns' – those documents that prove
the client wrong or prove the client right. An eDisclosure consultant
helps do this on the front end so clients can focus on strategising.
Finding the smoking gun
In a recent case, LDM Global’s
law firm client benefited from
its consultant understanding the
case and database so well that she
located 'smoking gun' documents,
allowing the client to 'make a fairly
significant case strategy decision.'
In this case, parties were believed
to be embezzling funds. The
complex case involved more
than 100 evidence sources,
productions from third parties
and the need to analyse any
received data – or incoming
productions – to ensure the data
set included what was expected.
LDM Global’s project manager
read all 200 pages of the
complaint to understand the
case and learn the key players
involved. She also asked the
client what types of documents
he was hoping to find. She
wanted to know what types of
documents would support his
claim as well as support claims
made by the other side. She used
this information throughout the
case. While validating data and
enacting quality control checks,
she identified documents of
particular interest to the client.
When she came across a
smoking gun-type document,
she delved deeper to find the
people involved. She then used
those names to keyword search
and – using a little gumshoeing
and knowledge of the database
parameters – identified several
key documents for the client.
Stuart Gross, managing
partner at Gross & Klein LLP,
said the value those documents
provided was significant.
'Based on the documents that
(LDM’s project manager) identified
for us, we were able to make a
fairly significant case strategy
decision,' Gross said. 'Absent of her
having found those documents
for us, there is a likely chance
we would have found them
eventually, but we certainly found
them faster because of (LDM).
We were still in a stage where we
were examining other documents
for a number of things. Because
of her familiarity with the case,
she was able to find documents
that led us to make a strategy
decision on something that we
weren’t focused on at that time.'
Although Gross has worked with
other eDisclosure providers in
the past, he said this was the first
time an outside consultant was
proactive and actually became
a part of his litigation team.
'In general, when working with
other vendors, the assistance
I get from them is much more
non-substantive; it’s more
the mechanics of document
processing and setting up review,'
Gross said. 'There was certainly
a lot more value added in with
what (LDM Global’s project
manager) brought to our case.'
'She understands the case,
thinking through creative
ways to work with the issues,'
Gross said. 'It is good to have
someone who understands the
case just like a member of the
litigation team. (LDM Global)
is not simply a vendor who is
competent with the platform
but can perform as another
actual member of the team and
is invested in the outcome.'
CONSULTATION RESULTS
IN HAPPIER CLIENTS AND
BETTER CASE OUTCOMES
When a consultant
understands your case,
your objectives and your
obligations during the
disclosure phase, tremendous
value is attained. Insight
into your matter early on,
efficiency throughout
the review and ultimately
reducing the burdensome
disclosure expense leads to
happier clients and repeat
business for law firms.
With LDM Global Director
Sean Cordes in Guernsey,
Channel Islands businesses
no longer need to look to
London for eDisclosure,
scanning and forensics help.
Sean Cordes
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HIGH-FLYING
C A R E E R S
110 SECTOR SPECIAL
Law enforcement - a career that’s
more than just a 9-5 job
112 CASE STUDIES
Opportunity awaits at KPMG
MOVERS & SHAKERS 114
The lastest appointments from
leading Guernsey businesses
EY CAREERS 118
We want to help you build the
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SECTOR SPECIAL
ENVOYAGE LOOKS AT A DIFFERENT
LOCAL INDUSTRY IN EVERY ISSUE
LAW ENFORCEMENT
A CAREER THAT’S MORE
THAN JUST A 9-5 JOB
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Deputy Chief Officer Nigel Taylor
has been with Guernsey Police
for more than three decades
and during that time has worked
in or managed practically every
department within the Force. Back
in 1984 when he joined, it was the
thought of being able to support
people in need of help, together
with the variety of work which
attracted him to the role, and that
pull remains just as strong today.
‘If you’re looking to dedicate
your working life to a career
that you can be proud of, and
which truly makes a difference
to the lives of others – then
a career in Law Enforcement
could be a perfect fit. However,
it is demanding, both physically
and mentally and often some
of the most impactful work can
go largely unnoticed by the
wider general public. No two
days are the same though and
the camaraderie is second to
none. I have the honour and
privilege to work alongside
people who are not only
loyal, diligent and ultimately
professional, but are also some
of the most compassionate
and dedicated people you
would ever wish to meet.’
Customs Officer Megan
Cunningham has been with
the Guernsey Border Agency
for just over a year having
initially worked in finance. She
says it was a positive move:
‘On joining Bailiwick Law
Enforcement, be it within the
Police or the Guernsey Border
Agency, you start work for one
of the most exacting employers
you could ever serve – the
Public. We work daily to maintain
the safety and security of our
community as a whole. The
island will always require border
protection and a Police service,
so not only is it a rewarding career
with opportunities for continual
professional development,
but it’s a secure one too.’
Whether it be closing coast
roads to keep the public safe from
crashing spring tides, examining
vehicles and luggage belonging
to passengers entering the island
to ensure our borders are secure
and free from illegal drugs, or
undertaking detailed forensic
work to establish how an incident
took place, it’s a challenging
career which offers variety and
job satisfaction in abundance.
SECTOR SPECIAL
HOW TO APPLY
Bailiwick Law Enforcement actively encourages people from all
walks of life to apply and generally takes on two intakes per year.
If you feel you have the professionalism, commitment and drive
to make a real difference to the community in which you live
and want to be part of a smaller, better, different organisation as
a Police Officer or Border Officer in Guernsey, contact Jim Bell,
Head of Learning and Development for Law Enforcement on
james.bell@guernsey.pnn.police.uk
Who knows – it could be the first steps towards a new career
which promises to be as fresh and exciting thirty years on, as it
was on the day you began.
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CASE STUDIES
OPPORTUNITY AWAITS
AT KPMG IN THE
CHANNEL ISLANDS
Providing exceptional training, support and reward to graduates looking to launch an extraordinary career
is the foundation of our strategy, which focuses on people, new opportunities and transformation.
Dennis Stock moved to Guernsey from Germany, where he worked at a refugee centre,
upon graduating with a Masters in Economics from the University of Glasgow.
Florence Paul joined KPMG in the Channel Islands after completing a work experience placement
the previous summer. She graduated from the University of Leeds with a first in International
Management, which included a year studying abroad at North Carolina State University.
FLORENCE PAUL AND
DENNIS STOCK
Brief overview of your
academic background
F I studied economics, geography
and psychology at A-level at The
Ladies’ College in Guernsey. I went
on to study business management
at the University of Leeds, and
later, at North Carolina State
University. I am currently working
towards my ACA qualification.
D An International Baccalaureate
in Singapore, graduating with
a Master of Arts in Economics
from the University of Glasgow.
Were you always planning on
going into accountancy or did
this change over time? If so, why?
F I always knew that I wanted
to work in finance. I decided on
accountancy, as it’s a universal
qualification that enables
me to continue studying.
D During my studies, my
goal was to enter into finance
through professional services
or investment banking. Audit
boasts the unique opportunity
to work towards a professional
qualification, whilst gaining
industry exposure with plenty
of global opportunities.
How did you become aware
of our trainee opportunities?
F KPMG in the Channel Islands
visited our school to tell us
more about what a career with
them entails. Having always
lived in Guernsey, I wanted
to go to University, therefore
decided to get in touch with
them after graduation.
D Through the ICAEW
jobs website.
What differentiated the KPMG in
the Channel Islands opportunity
from the others available to you?
F They stood out to me when
looking for work experience. I
emailed a few firms – KPMG in
the Channel Islands were both
friendly and helpful. During
my work experience, I decided
then that I would like to come
back and work in audit.
D KPMG in the Channel
Islands is special because it
has a responsible culture and
contributes to the community
at large, including working with
local schools to support literacy
and numeracy. They also have
an excellent global support
network, which encourages
development and the ability to
build lasting global relationships.
What made you think KPMG in
the Channel Islands was the
right firm for you when you
were considering your offer?
F They were very understanding
and allowed me to take time
to consider my offer. I felt that
I fitted well with the culture
of the firm and got on well
with my interviewers, as well
as my colleagues during
my work experience.
INTERESTED?
CONTACT KPMG HR
@KPMGCI
KPMG Channel Islands
Dominique Aylett
Manager, People,
Performance and Culture
01481 721000
cihr@kpmg.com
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Glategny Esplanade
St Peter Port
@KPMGCI
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D They consistently obtain
excellent scores as a graduate
employer, with a strong focus
on professional and career
development. They promote
a culture that nurtures talent
and performance, whilst
appreciating the importance
of a work-life balance.
What advice would you give to
someone considering starting
an accountancy career?
F I would advise researching what
the day-to-day role entails and
understand the importance of
exams and study commitments.
D A career in accountancy is
available to graduates in any field.
My advice would be to research
the qualifications available to you
- typically the ACA by the ICAEW
and the ACCA. Both offer similar
syllabi and levels of recognition.
What has been your biggest
learning point over the last year?
F Time goes quickly when
you’re busy! This year has
flown by and it’s because I
have really enjoyed the work;
every day is different. The role
is varied - you’re often working
on different client briefs, and
always learning something new.
D One of the biggest challenges
has been to maintain a consistent
pattern of study during busy
season. This period made
me realise the importance
of communicating with my
in-charges and managers,
ensuring they were aware of the
time needed for professional
exams. Every qualified
member of the firm has been
through the same experience
and all are sympathetic.
How many exams have you sat
and passed in your first year?
F I sat four exams and passed
all four before Christmas. I
recently sat another three
but won’t receive the results
for another few weeks.
D I have sat four certificate
exams and I’m currently
awaiting the results of three
professional level exams.
What has got you through
the volume of exams?
F The tuition providers at BPP
have really helped with the volume
of exams. They are attentive and
care about each individual, making
sure that everyone is at the same
level. Studying at BPP presented
a great opportunity to meet other
people from different firms.
D BPP are the tuition providers
in Guernsey. The tutors and
staff have been excellent in
providing support. Personally,
regular exercise and scheduled
down-time for social activities
have helped me cope with
exam stress. It was great to hear
words of encouragement from
colleagues who have taken the
exams I was studying for!
How has the first been year
compared to your expectations?
F This year has been hard work,
especially during busy season
and exams. However, whilst we
work hard, we still have fun.
KPMG in the Channel Islands
host great social events!
D The first year has matched my
expectations. As someone who
has relocated to Guernsey, I’ve
found living in Saint Peter Port
really convenient. In terms of
exams, students can be tested on
any area of the syllabus (even on
material from an earlier course)
so the quality and quantity of
knowledge is tried at every stage.
At work, bookings on lots of small
engagements were the catalyst
that made me revaluate my
organisation skills. Overlapping
engagements will help me going
forward as I start to take on more
responsibilities and clients.
Where do you see your career
going with the opportunities
that KPMG presents to you?
F Once I’m qualified, I would like
to go on secondment. Ideally
to the States. KPMG operates all
over the globe. Any office would
provide a great opportunity to
learn and meet new people.
D My plan is to go on
secondment in Europe or Asia
once qualified, an opportunity
that KPMG offers and even
encourages as part of its global
network. Eventually, I would
like to become a manager. It is
comforting to know that KPMG
in the Channel Islands provides
a structured career path.
GRADUATE SCHEME
WHY KPMG IN THE CHANNEL ISLANDS?
They stood out to me when
looking for work experience. I
emailed a few firms – KPMG in
the Channel Islands were both
friendly and helpful.
FLORENCE PAUL
KPMG have an excellent
global support network,
which encourages development
and the ability to build lasting
global relationships.
DENNIS STOCK
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MOVERS & SHAKERS APPOINTMENTS
NEW RECRUITER FOR
ALEXANDER DANIELS
Alexander Daniels Offshore has
strengthened its Guernsey office
with the appointment of experienced
recruiter Christine Bangor-Jones.
Of her appointment, Christine said ‘I
am delighted to be joining Alexander
Daniels Offshore having seen them
grow locally with great pace gaining
not just a great reputation but
also establishing themselves as a
growing market leader in the local
recruitment market. The Guernsey
office is fortunate to be part of
an international business that has
ambitious plans and so I couldn’t
think of a better time to be joining’.
Director Andy Partlow added: ‘We
are pleased to have someone of
Christine’s calibre join the business.
Christine is a perfect fit for our
culture and team, she is extremely
professional, passionate and
hardworking, with a focus on doing
the job for the right reasons. Christine
will certainly add value to AD, but also
to our clients and candidates.’
CONDOR APPOINTS NEW
COMMERCIAL DIRECTOR
Condor Ferries has recruited a new
Commercial Director to strengthen
its experience at senior level. Greg
Yeoman is responsible for overseeing
all commercial department activities.
His role will be to provide particular
emphasis to growing passenger
volumes, overseeing external
communications and marketing,
contributing to strategy and to
improving the passenger experience
across the Condor fleet.
Paul Luxon, Condor’s CEO, said he
was very pleased to welcome Greg
to the company as his retail and
marketing experience will prove
valuable and insightful. ‘We are one
year into our five year business plan
and want to forge ahead with a
number of initiatives which include
a complete digital transformation
of the company alongside further
improvements in customer
experience. Greg’s background and
know how in these areas make his
appointment a perfect fit for Condor.’
SENIOR APPOINTMENT AT RIHOY & SON
With over a decade of experience with Rihoy & Son, one
of Guernsey’s longest established building contractors,
Robin Le Page has been promoted to Operations
Director, a Board appointment.
Robin joined Rihoy & Son in 2007 with a Masters degree
in Civil Engineering from Loughborough University.
Starting as a trainee engineer, Robin has progressed
through the business.
Managing Director, Gavin Rihoy commented: ‘Robin is a
fantastic example of internal career progression. When
he joined us, he had first class educational skills and a
sound knowledge of the construction trade. Over the last
ten years, he’s been able to put those into practice across
a range of roles and responsibilities. His promotion
to director level is a reflection of his dedication and
commitment to Rihoy & Son and its clients.’
AIRTEL-VODAFONE WELCOMES
NEW SENIOR BUSINESS MANAGER
Airtel-Vodafone has appointed Ashish Petwal as
Senior Business Manager in Guernsey.
Ashish joins the business from La Grande Mare
Hotel, Golf & Country Club in Guernsey, where he
was Director, F&B Operations, previously having
worked with Hyatt Hotels worldwide. He will be
responsible for operations, customer service
delivery and business development for Airtel-
Vodafone’s Guernsey operation.
Peter Zunino, Head of Sales & Marketing said;
‘Ashish joins the team with a wealth of experience in
hospitality and customer service delivery. In such a
highly competitive market, customer service is at the
heart of everything that we do at Airtel-Vodafone.’
SENIOR MANAGER
RETURNS TO EY’S
PRIVATE CLIENT
AND TRUST TEAM
EY alumnus Kelvin Whelan has
returned to the firm as a senior
manager in the private client
and trust team.
Kelvin worked for EY in Guernsey for almost a decade,
joining as a trainee before progressing through the ranks
to manager. He returns to the firm after gaining broad
experience within the fiduciary industry as an Associate
Director, during which time he developed client
relationships and oversaw internal risk management on
tax and regulatory issues.
In his new role, Kelvin will be specialising in the
offshore aspects of UK tax for private clients, as well as
focusing on private trust and company structures. His
appointment further strengthens EY’s private client and
trust team and cross-island capabilities.
David White, Head of Tax for EY in Guernsey, said; 'I am
delighted to welcome Kelvin back to the firm. In light
of the draft Finance Bill announcements and with the
deadline for the UK’s 'Requirement to Correct' looming,
this is a significant time for fiduciaries and private clients.
Kelvin’s understanding and first-hand experience within
the fiduciary industry will bring invaluable insights to help
our clients navigate their paths through these changes.'
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SKIPTON INTERNATIONAL APPOINTS NEW
DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
After helping Skipton
International become
one of the leading
providers of Expat
Mortgages, Nigel Pascoe
is now undertaking
a broader Business
Development role within
the bank that will widen
Skipton International’s
deposit introducer base
and enhance its appeal
to high net worth savers.
As Director of Business
Development, Nigel
will be responsible
for a growing team of
mortgage associates and
business development
PROMOTIONS
AT LOGICALIS
Experienced IT consultants
Mark Le Page and Robin
Guilbert have been
promoted to Professional
Services Managers at
Logicalis CI.
managers, expanding
Skipton International’s
deposit base as well
as addressing the
Expat and Guernsey
Mortgage Markets.
Jim Coupe, Managing
Director of Skipton
International,
commented: 'Nigel is
already widely known
and respected in the
local and expat lending
markets and I am
pleased that we can
now enable Nigel to
provide his skills and
experience to help more
deposit introducers.'
Based in Logicalis’ Guernsey office, Mark and Robin -
who have both been with Logicalis for 13 years - will
jointly lead the firm’s new Professional Services Team.
Their promotions and the new structure will improve
efficiencies and the client experience.
Robin said: 'We’re fortunate to have a great pool of
committed and talented individuals; however, we
recognised that the structures we had in place presented
challenges with communication and sharing knowledge
and workloads.
'By integrating everyone into a cohesive team, we
now have team members working closely together,
supporting each other and our customers in a much
more collaborative model than previously.'
Mark added: 'With this structure, engineers can better
develop their skills in the core technologies and future
platforms to drive the business forward. The ultimate
goal is to continue to improve the great service we
provide our clients and, in turn, develop our staff
and grow Logicalis into a larger and much stronger
contender in the provision of IT projects and support
across the Channel Islands.'
Leonie Corfield, Alexandria du Jardin and Julia Schaefer
THREE SENIOR PROMOTIONS FOR
CAREY OLSEN'S GUERNSEY OFFICE
Offshore law firm Carey Olsen has made three senior
promotions in its Guernsey office.
The promotions see Leonie Corfield and Alexandria du
Jardin promoted to Senior Associates in the Guernsey
corporate team, while Julia Schaefer becomes a Senior
Associate in the Guernsey dispute resolution and
litigation practice.
Russell Clark, Managing Partner of Carey Olsen's
Guernsey office, said: 'Leonie, Alexandria and Julia are
well deserving of their promotions. They are valued
members of their respective teams and I look forward
to seeing them take the next step in their careers. Carey
Olsen is committed to developing its legal teams in
Guernsey and the progression of these three extremely
capable lawyers underlines our aim of nurturing the
talent we have within the firm.'
D2 REAL ESTATE EXPANDS
D2 Real Estate has expanded its Guernsey
team with two new appointments.
Rosy Domaille starts as a full-time Facilities
Manager having spent a number of years
managing a portfolio of 70 properties for
one of Guernsey’s leading estate agents.
Louis Blake also joins the team as an Assistant
Surveyor. He will primarily work alongside
Director Matt Birch as well as assisting Rosy.
‘Rosy and Louis will ensure D2’s delivery of a firstclass
service to both landlords and tenants and
their knowledge of the Guernsey property market
will benefit our clients,’ said Matt Birch, Director.
ADVISORY PARTNER PROMOTION FOR
DELOITTE GUERNSEY
Deloitte has promoted Alex Adam to Partner. Alex leads
the advisory team and has achieved phenomenal growth
in the last four years, tripling revenues over that time.
Alex will continue his responsibility for the firm’s advisory
services, increasingly growing these across the Channel
Islands and further afield. He joins Deloitte’s three other
Guernsey partners with responsibility for the local business.
The advisory team has undergone significant growth since
Alex's promotion to director in 2013, with 11 dedicated
team members based in Guernsey leveraged by delivery
centres and subject matter experts in other jurisdictions
throughout the globe. He is supported locally by Director
Sally Rochester in risk and regulatory services and senior
managers Matt Hart and Chris Macdonald in transactions
and restructuring respectively.
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EY CAREERS
WE WANT TO
HELP YOU
BUILD THE
FUTURE
THAT’S RIGHT
FOR YOU
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EXPLORING
OPPORTUNITIES WITH EY
As you near the end of school
or university, deciding what to
do next can seem daunting.
We believe work experience is
one of the best ways of helping
people, like you, make informed
decisions about their futures.
EY’s work experience and
internship programmes are
designed to help you work to
your individual strengths and
build the skills and experience
you’ll need to make an impact
on the changing world of work.
All our programmes will allow
you to decide whether a career
in assurance or tax is for you.
WE RECRUIT PEOPLE BASED
ON THEIR STRENGTHS,
NOT JUST THEIR ACADEMIC
ACHIEVEMENTS
It’s proven that if you work to
your strengths you are happier
and will achieve more. Our
programmes allow you to better
understand your strengths in
a business environment and
how you can apply them to
succeed in your future career.
SKILLS ACADEMY
If you’re completing your AS or A
levels and are thinking about going
into the workplace straight from
sixth form, our Skills Academy
is a great opportunity for you.
During the week’s paid placement
you will work with our teams
to gain first-hand experience of
supporting the delivery of work
for our clients. As a result you
will also learn about the more
technical aspects of a trainee role.
SUMMER INTERNSHIP
Our Summer Internship is for
University students and has seen
many graduates go on to join
us in the Channel Islands and
in other UK offices. However,
regardless of whether they have
pursued a career with us, having
the experience on their CV has
proven to be invaluable. The
internship facilitates first-hand
learning and experiences of
what careers in assurance and
tax involve. Each summer we
have a group of interns begin
the programme together so they
can build their peer as well as
professional networks throughout
the four week, paid programme.
Our focus on our people is
integral to our culture. Aside
from coaching and training, we
also provide the interns with
opportunities to get to know the
people who work at EY through
sports and social events. This
summer they went paddleboarding
and also hosted afternoon tea to
meet our management team.
BEGINNING
YOUR CAREER IN
ASSURANCE OR TAX
ASSOCIATE TRAINING
PROGRAMME
Whether you are a school leaver
or university graduate, joining
our tax or assurance teams,
you will embark on your EY
journey as a cohort of trainees.
Together you will commence
your professional qualifications
and learn essential skills – sharing
your experience and building
relationships that will provide
support and encouragement.
Upon joining EY you’ll be a
valued part of a team of worldclass
professionals, helping to
make a difference to our diverse
and global clients and their
businesses. To provide you with
the skills you require we will invest
in your training and give you the
foundations to begin your career.
OUR PROGRAMMES
ALLOW YOU TO BETTER
UNDERSTAND YOUR
STRENGTHS IN A
BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT
AND HOW YOU CAN
APPLY THEM TO SUCCEED
IN YOUR FUTURE CAREER.
Whilst studying for your
professional qualification, we also
provide a framework of learning
experiences and coaching. We’re
committed to giving you the
skills and knowledge you need
to develop in an inclusive and
supportive learning environment.
CAREERS OPPORTUNITIES
INTERESTED?
APPLY TODAY
If you’re interested in finding out
more, or wish to apply for any of
our work experience programmes
or Associate training contracts,
please contact Anoushka Horgan.
Anoushka Horgan
ahorgan@uk.ey.com
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CHRIS SIMPSON IN ACTION AT
THE US OPEN IN PHILADELPHIA,
PLAYING AGAINST THE WORLD NO1
MOHAMMED EL SHORBAGY OF EGYPT
ISLAND
SQUASH
Guernsey’s Chris Simpson reveals what it’s like to be in his 30s and
making a living from the sport he’s always loved.
Many of us grew up playing football,
netball, hockey, and even basketball,
but one Guernseyman was introduced
to squash at eight years old, during a
school taster session, and never looked
back. Now 31, Chris Simpson has put
Guernsey on the map when it comes
to squash and recently launched a new
headband business, Expede, too.
Chris has reached a world ranking of
number 20 and won 10 tour titles.
‘Winning my first tour title, the Taiwan
Open, was a big moment for me,’ he said.
'I’d been out through injury for six months
and the performance was completely
unexpected.’ Chris has also played for
Guernsey at four Commonwealth Games.
'Carrying the Guernsey flag at the opening
ceremony of the Glasgow Games was
the proudest moment in my career.’
Chris first started playing squash at
Beau Sejour, but as he progressed more
he moved to Kings Club where the main
squash community was at that time. ‘I used
to spend hours on the courts, often on my
own, practising my shots and movement.’
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CHRIS SIMPSON IN ACTION AT
THE US OPEN IN PHILADELPHIA,
PLAYING AGAINST THE WORLD NO1
MOHAMMED EL SHORBAGY OF EGYPT
So, how does squash differ from
other racket sports? ‘Squash is
different as you share space with
your opponent, there is no net
to separate you,’ said Chris. ‘It’s
not a contact sport, but there
is a lot of fighting for space that
occurs. It’s also very difficult
to hit one-off shots, you have
to manoeuvre your opponent
around the court to create
openings, it’s this element that has
caused people to describe it as
high-speed chess with rackets.’
So, Chris says, if you’re looking
for an all-body workout in 40
minutes, squash is the sport
for you. But for him, it’s about
being the master of his game. ‘I
just love it. I have a real drive for
perfection, so I am constantly
working on different elements of
my game. I know my time in the
professional game is short, so I
want to make the most of it while
I can. I think I’m very lucky to do
something I love for a living.’
Chris moved to the UK at 16 to
progress his squash career and
has been there for 15 years. ‘I’m
settled in Harrogate near Leeds
now, with a young family. I miss
a lot of things about Guernsey,
but there are no plans to move
back at the moment,’ he said.
He has never forgotten his
Guernsey roots and is extremely
supportive of the work being
done to grow the sport on the
island. ‘Guernsey recently became
recognised by the European
Squash Federation, which allows
them to compete in the European
Team Championships. That is
massive for Guernsey squash and
great exposure for young players
wanting to progress in the game.’
Chris believes sport is
essential to health, mentally
and physically and Guernsey
is best placed to offer sporting
opportunities for kids.
‘I think the culture for youngsters
has become quite focused on
video games, YouTube, and
mobile phones,’ he said. ‘At
the risk of sounding very old,
I remember my childhood as
trying every sport under the
sun and constantly being out
on my bike with my mates.
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‘In my opinion sport is essential to health,
mentally and physically. If you learn when
you are young the foundations are there
and you can always go back to that sport
at a social and healthy level. The Guernsey
States has just pledged £200,000 a year
to the PE in schools programme, which
is massive in trying to give every child the
opportunity to try sports. In my opinion,
Guernsey is way ahead of the UK in the
sporting opportunities children are given.’
Guernsey Squash and Racketball Director
and Development Officer Martin Watts runs
a comprehensive schools programme,
which includes around seven weekly
school sessions introducing juniors to
the sport. ‘Guernsey Sports Commission
is also fantastic. We work closely with
them to run Year 4 festivals and, Year 5/6
inter-school events,’ said Martin. These
sessions are invaluable when it comes to
introducing new players into the system.
All new players of any age or ability can
have a free 20-minute introduction session
with one of our qualified coaches.’
Martin also said the current squash scene
on the island is a vibrant one with weekly
junior clubs and leagues. ‘Adults don’t
miss out either, with weekly team leagues,
individual leagues, group squash and
racketball coaching.’ Now that Guernsey
is able to compete in the European Team
Championships, since 2017, this has added a
new level for its elite adults to aim for, which
filters down throughout our programme.
Like Chris, Martin believes that
squash can be played by all ages and
abilities. It’s easy to learn, so perhaps
today is a perfect time give it a go.
For more information about
Guernsey Squash & Racketball visit
guernseysquashandracketball.co.uk
and for more on Chris Simpson and
Expede www.expede.online.
‘IN MY OPINION SPORT IS
ESSENTIAL TO HEALTH, MENTALLY
AND PHYSICALLY. IF YOU LEARN
WHEN YOU ARE YOUNG THE
FOUNDATIONS ARE THERE AND
YOU CAN ALWAYS GO BACK TO
THAT SPORT AT A SOCIAL AND
HEALTHY LEVEL.’
CHRIS SIMPSON SEMI-FINALS
OF THE BRITISH NATIONAL
CHAMPIONSHIPS, PLAYING 3 X
WORLD CHAMP NICK MATTHEW
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FISHING
Saturday 6 October 12:00
THE ALDERNEY
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Channel Islands hope to land the
biggest fish, or the one that
got away last year and break
another British record.
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Community
COMMUNITY SPIRIT
ISLANDERS SPORT THE
SHORTS FOR CHARITY
July saw the return of Male Uprising Guernsey’s (MUG) annual Bermuda
Shorts Week, part of its sun awareness campaign.
Butterfield generously supported the event for a second year, which saw over
250 participants donning the traditional Bermudian summer wear for a week,
raising nearly £10,000 for the charity. The proceeds raised are used to provide
schools across the Bailiwick with sun cream dispensers, as part of MUG’s
Cream Up campaign and the money raised from this year’s Bermuda Shorts
Week will go towards purchasing more dispensers for those schools who
have yet to sign up for them. It is hoped that these dispensers will encourage
children to become more aware of the importance of sun protection.
Lindsay Ozanne, Deputy Managing Director of
Butterfield Trust (Guernsey) Limited, said: ‘Butterfield
is proud to support this unique initiative once again,
to help raise awareness and get people talking
about male cancers and sun safety is so important.
There was a real sense of camaraderie among
those taking part. Hopefully, we can get even more
people to sign up next year.’
Gavin Ferguson, MUG guardian, says: ‘Bermuda
Shorts Week is one of our most popular campaigns
as it’s easy to do whilst being a bit of fun in the
summer season. It is fantastic that we already have
so many Guernsey schools signed up, as well as
all schools in Alderney, Sark and Herm. We have received very positive
feedback from parents, teachers and pupils of those schools who think the
dispensers are a wonderful way of helping to reduce the risk of skin cancer
amongst the next generation.
‘MUG believe all schools across the Bailiwick should have them. It is vital
that we educate children on the importance of sun safety and protection,
so that skin cancer rates do not continue to increase.’
The 2017 Channel Islands Cancer Report showed that non-melanoma skin
cancer has the highest incidence rate in the Bailiwick. Of the average 691
cancers that were registered in the Bailiwick between 2010 and 2014, 45%
were for non-melanoma skin cancer (NMSC).
Dr Partridge concluded: ‘As with all cancer, prevention is better than cure.
Early recognition of a skin cancer is more likely to lead to a simpler and
more successful treatment.’
‘BUTTERFIELD IS PROUD
TO SUPPORT THIS UNIQUE
INITIATIVE ONCE AGAIN
TO HELP RAISE AWARENESS
AND GET PEOPLE TALKING
ABOUT MALE CANCERS
AND SUN SAFETY IS
SO IMPORTANT’
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PRIDE OF GUERNSEY AWARDS RETURN
The Pride of Guernsey Awards are
back giving islanders the chance
to recognise the individuals at the
centre of the community.
Hundreds of nominations over the
years have recognised everyone
from sporting heroes who inspire
success, to the waitress who makes
a customer’s day and the many
selfless carers and neighbours who
contribute so much to island life.
Launched by The Guernsey Press
in 2016, there are 13 categories for
2018 including a new introduction,
the Customer Service Award.
The other categories are:
Emergency Hero of the Year
(aimed at 999 responders),
Angel of the Year (for medics
and nurses), Warm Welcome of
the Year (for those in hospitality),
Neighbour of the Year, Carer of the
Year, Parish Champion of the Year,
Teacher of the Year, Grandparents
and Parents of the Year as well as
Young Achievers, Arts Contribution
of the Year and those who have
overcome adversity.
JULIUS BAER FUNDS
THERAPY DOG FOR
LES VOIES SCHOOL
Private bank Julius Baer is funding
the training of Haze, a one-yearold
therapy dog used as teaching
support for students at Les Voies
School. Haze will be put through a
vigorous training and assessment
programme where she will learn
how to act around people with
specific needs.
Les Voies School provides support
for children and young people
who experience social, emotional
or behavioural difficulties (SEBD).
Introducing therapy dogs like Haze
into a classroom situation teaches
students empathy and responsibility,
which helps improve their focus.
The school has Haze in training
and one fully trained adult therapy
dog it uses during classes (Haze’s
mum Callie). Local charity Paws
for Support, which was founded
by Sara Sarre – a teacher at Les
Voies School – provides specialist
therapy training for the dogs. Julius
Baer’s support will cover two years
of Haze’s training – her training,
specialist equipment and insurance.
Guernsey Press Managing
Director Mark Lewis said: ‘The
Pride of Guernsey Awards are
now in their third year and once
again the Guernsey community
have highlighted individuals,
teams and organisations across
all of the various categories.
These nominees have all done
something amazing and are a
credit to the Bailiwick of Guernsey.'
'These awards are what make
Guernsey so special and whilst
the Guernsey Press organises
and publicises them, they are
only possible with the continued
support of our brilliant partners
and sponsors,’ he said.
The three nominees with the
highest number of public votes in
each category has gone through
to a judging panel comprising a
representative from the sponsor of
the award category, a member of
the GP staff and an independent
judge, and the winners will
be announced at the Pride of
Guernsey Awards on 6 October.
‘Therapy dogs are an invaluable
asset in the classroom. They have
the ability to calm students that
may feel anxious or frustrated.
Stroking the dog can help lower
blood pressure and just the
physical presence can help teach
the students to self-regulate their
emotions – really positive step for
the students to learn,’ said Sara.
Sonia Kirk-Hamon, Chairperson
of the charity committee at Julius
Baer Guernsey said: ‘The therapy
dogs used by Les Voies School are
such a tremendous help to both
the students and teachers. We are
proud to be able to fund such a
great cause and help make just a
little bit of difference.’
SAFFERY ROTARY WALK
SUPPORTS 20 CHARITIES
This year marked the 21st
anniversary of the 39 mile around
island walk, which continues to be
a notable success with 700 people
taking part including 21 relay teams.
Walkers were not deterred by the
wet weather and the 4am start. This
year’s walk attracted people from
further afield with 131 walkers from
the UK and Jersey and one relay
team member from India, a great
boost for the tourist industry.
The weather conditions improved
throughout the day and 600
people were greeted at the
finish line by sponsor, Saffery
Champness’ volunteers.
The Saffery Rotary Walk is one
of the island’s largest fundraising
events and has supported a
number of charitable causes since
its inception in 1998. Over the past
21 years a total of over £700,000
has been raised.
‘We’re delighted with how this
year’s event went. The committee
and I are overwhelmed with the
generosity and community spirit of
islanders and visitors who took part,’
said Chairman of the Saffery Rotary
Walk Committee Simon Milsted.
GUERNSEY COMMUNITY
FOUNDATION’S 2018
COMMUNITY AWARDS
Nominations for the 2018
Community Awards are now
open. The Awards recognise and
celebrate the positive difference
made to the community and to
the lives of Islanders by charities,
individuals and businesses. The
seven categories are: Charity of
the Year, Fundraising Team of
the Year, Outstanding Individual.
Innovation Award, Organising
Committee of the Year, CSR
Award, and the Youth Award.
Nomination forms – which
can be completed by charities,
business and individuals
nominating themselves, or by
others on their behalf – are
available on the Guernsey
Community Foundation’s
website, foundation.gg, or by
calling 748056. Nominations
close on 12 September.
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Community
SURE AND LOCAL
TEACHERS TAKE
STEPS TO IMPROVE
PHYSICAL AND
MENTAL HEALTH
91 employees from Sure joined
thousands of employees from
around the world in a challenge
to improve their physical and
psychological health.
The Virgin Pulse Global Challenge
is a 100-day virtual journey around
the globe. In teams of seven,
employees track their daily activity
and work towards a daily target of
10,000 steps. The challenge ran
from 23 May-30 August.
Sure employees have taken part in
the event for six years but for 2018
the Sure Community Foundation
decided to invite teachers and
staff from three local schools to
join in the challenge.
‘The Sure Community
Foundation wants to promote
healthy lifestyles to children so
we decided to offer sponsorship
for local teachers to enter the
Global Challenge to set an
example to their pupils,’ said
FCG EPIC WEEK MAKES LIFE-LONG CHANGES
Nearly £10,000 has been raised so
far from The FCG EPIC Week, with
almost 300 islanders taking part in
the event. All funds raised are being
split equally between Guernsey
Cheshire Home and This is EPIC.
The week, which is sponsored
by First Central Group (FCG),
saw people taking part in
challenges on their own, as part
of groups and with work. FCG
got their own team involved
every day during the week with
a daily running and cycling club,
and it’s had a lasting impact.
Rachael Cumberland-Dodd,
PR & Brand Co-ordinator, First
Central Group said: ‘this is the
second year we’ve sponsored
EPIC Week. It’s a great event
to support because it’s open
to everyone and is focused on
inspiring to people to get active
which is already a strong part of
our internal office culture.’
Guernsey Cheshire Home has
confirmed that their share of the
funds will go toward activities
Garry Coutanche, Health and
Safety manager at Sure.
‘We’re very pleased to have
49 teachers and staff, making
up seven teams from Vauvert,
Capelles and Melrose, joining us
on this challenge.’
Sue Coughlin, Head Teacher at
Hautes Capelles Primary School,
said: ‘Participating in the Virgin
Global Pulse Challenge has
enlightened the staff to be more
aware of their wellbeing and
physical activity levels, prompting
them, their families and the
children in school to increase their
physical activity. The staff have
reported a positive improvement
in their health and fitness and have
enjoyed challenging themselves.’
both at the Home and elsewhere
on the island.
Home Manager, Nic Mountain
said; ‘We’re grateful to everyone
who supports the Home.
Donations are our life blood;
without these vital funds the Home
just wouldn’t be here. In the spirit
of FCG EPIC Week we plan to use
some of the money to promote
a healthy and active lifestyle for
our residents, day visitors and
staff which could include dietary
advice, or specialised exercise
equipment for the residents, like a
much needed new MOTOmed.’
Founder of charity This is EPIC,
Louise Smith said: ‘The support
was amazing and the money
raised will have such a positive
impact on our projects in Uganda
and the Democratic Republic of
Congo. The money will enable us
to implement business/enterprise
and livestock training to around
1500 of our savings and loan
group members as well as setting
up a number of new savings and
loans groups.’
NEW ROSE IN MEMORY
OF SARAH GROVES
Fryer’s Roses, part of the Blue
Diamond Group of garden
centres, launched a new rose in
memory of Sarah Groves at this
year’s RHS Hampton Court Palace
Flower Show. The Sarah Elizabeth
rose is a delicate pink colour, with
contrasting dark green foliage.
Although only 24, Sarah touched an
incredible number of people with
her selfless nature and infectious
smile during her short lifetime.
She was a source of kindness and
inspiration for many, many people
- something that became more
apparent after her passing.
£1 from every Sarah Elizabeth
rose sold through Blue Diamond
and Fryer’s Roses online will be
donated to the Sarah Groves
Foundation. The Foundation was
set up by Sarah’s parents and sets
out to fulfill Sarah’s own ambitions
in life, which were to enhance the
lives of young people especially
those less fortunate.
Both roses will also be available
to buy from any Blue Diamond
Garden Centre from April 2019.
GUERNSEY ELECTRICITY
SUPPORTS NEW KIDS’
TOUR EVENT AT TOUR DES
PORTS DE LA MANCHE
Guernsey Electricity sponsored
a group of three local children
to take part in the new Kids’ Tour
event at the 2018 Tour des Ports
de la Manche sailing regatta.
This year’s Tour des Ports
de la Manche, sponsored by
Guernsey Electricity for the fourth
consecutive year, held a new event
called the Kids’ Tour. The tour
took place in Cherbourg, France
and comprised a two hour circuit
within Cherbourg’s harbour.
Portfolio Management Office
Lead from Guernsey Electricity,
Sharon Watchorn, said: ‘We are
thrilled to be playing our part as
a sponsor again this year and to
have the opportunity alongside
the Guernsey Sailing Trust to
encourage youngsters to be
out in the fresh air, having fun
whilst having the opportunity to
represent the island.’
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TEAM BDO SUPPORTS THE MILK RUN
A team of 13 runners from BDO
Guernsey took part in this year’s
half marathon Milk Run.
Samantha Gervaise-Brazier, Zoe
Jackson, Steve Desmond, Tinotenda
Munengwa, Inocent Matema, Nick
Le Huray, Natalie Dodd, Munyaradzi
Munzwebiri, Trymore Masasi,
Takudzwa Vimbe, Ayron Zabiela,
Elliot Berry and Zak Damarell have
been training for the run since March.
Whilst some of the competitors
are seasoned athletes, others
were beginner runners when
they first started training and have
made great strides towards their
goals with the help of their more
experienced colleagues. The firm
has an active wellbeing committee
with staff regularly getting involved
to challenge themselves and make
positive changes.
At Port Grat, about five miles
into the route, some of the firm’s
employees arranged for an
additional water station offering
refreshment and encouragement to
the passing runners.
Guernsey Athletics Director for
Endurance, Paul Ingrouille, said:
‘We thank BDO for providing an
extra station for those preferring
cupped water and/or those that
need to refill their own water belts.
This was part of an initiative to
reduce plastic use and also recycle
the plastic we do use.’
‘Our team of runners really put in
the miles in preparation for the
race which was a great personal
challenge, for both experienced
and novice athletes. I am really
proud of the team spirit that’s
come through across the business
for the event,’ said Richard Searle,
BDO’s Managing Director. ‘Each
one of our team members has
worked hard to reach their goals
and we’re all very proud of them
here for what they achieved.’
HERM TRIP IS CHARITY’S FIRST SMILE-RAISER
More than 100 children were treated
to a trip to Herm by the Smile for
Georgie Foundation, which aims to
practise acts of kindness and bring
smiles to people’s faces.
The summer evening got off to a
great start with a 20-minute display
by a pod of dolphins off Jethou
and the party also spotted some
puffins during the crossing. Once
on Herm, the children, some of
whom were visiting the island for
the first time, enjoyed a meal at the
Mermaid and were entertained by
Island FM’s Mark Trenchard, singer
and guitarist Jacques Evans, face
painter Joni Nettleship, magician
Tobi Giles and Daniel the Donkey.
The party energetically danced its
way around the island led by Brandi
Attewell before sand and shell
sculpture competitions.
Bright yellow Smile for Georgie caps
were sponsored by the Guernsey
Smile Centre, all the children were
presented with Herm Island piggy
banks by Tom Jones, Manager of
the Mermain Tavern, and the trip
was subsidised by Travel Trident.
Smile for Georgie was started by
her parents in memory of Georgie
Le Prevost who died in a car
accident last July.
Annie Le Prevost, Georgie’s
sister, said: ‘It was great to see
so many smiling faces, adults
as well as children. We’d like to
thank all islanders who generously
contributed towards this event and
we intend to repeat it next summer.’
NEW CHARITY HELPS
PEOPLE TO DEVELOP
EMPLOYMENT SKILLS
A new not-for-profit venture has
been established. Bright Futures
LBG will provide a professional,
comprehensive, one-stop service
available to all islanders who
would like to explore training and
re-skilling opportunities.
The purpose is to encourage
islanders and their employers
to recognise the threats and
opportunities of the changing
nature of the workplace and
raise awareness of the skill
requirements necessary to ensure
Guernsey retains a competitive
position in the world.
The charity is expected to give out
around £23,000 a year and hopes
to produce a report about labour
shortages in various sectors on
the island, to show what Guernsey
should do to rectify its skills gap.
THE CHANNEL ISLANDS
CO-OPERATIVE SOCIETY
DONATES VITAL
EQUIPMENT TO PRESERVE
LOCAL BEES
Following a request for
crowdfunding from the Guernsey
Beekeepers’ Association to
purchase vital equipment to track
Asian hornets, The Channel Islands
Co-operative Society pledged
to donate half of the total cost
needed for the technology, to help
preserve the local bee population.
The specialist equipment will be
used to combat the intrusion of Asian
hornets by locating their nests and
reducing the ability for the invasive
species to thrive in the island.
‘Bees are vital to Guernsey’s
ecosystem. Their role goes far
beyond making honey. They are the
primary pollinator for many plants
and as such their importance cannot
be overstated,’ said Colin Macleod,
the Channel Islands Co-operative
Society’s Chief Executive Officer.
‘If Asian hornets become
established in Guernsey, they will be
a major threat to the bee population
and to the wider environment. I
hope others will now step forward
to meet the rest of the cost for this
important project,’ he said.
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Community
CAZENOVE
CAPITAL
SPONSORS
SUMMER
RUNNING DUO BRIAN BOUGOURD AND
NIECE SUMMER WOODHEAD
Taking things literally in their stride are
uncle and niece duo Brian Bougourd
and Summer Woodhead who believe,
beyond doubt, that running helps
them to focus in all areas of life.
Summer is a UK and Guernsey Under
15s record holder and Brian has
completed various ultra-marathons
and is a regular runner here.
Sponsorship from Cazenove Capital
has enabled Summer to take part
in UK competitions which would
otherwise not have been available
to her. She sees that opportunity
as a crucial one for her longerterm
aim of qualifying – and
succeeding – in the Island Games and
Commonwealth Games in the future.
Brian, who is Head of Credit at
Cazenove Capital, had a baptism of
fire a decade ago when Cazenove/
Schroders CEO Julian Winser
encouraged him to sign up for a 150-
mile ultra-marathon in the Amazon.
‘Julian thought it was a good idea
to enter a Schroders team. It didn’t
entirely feel like a good idea at the
time, but I decided to join the team.
I loved it and have been running
ever since – not 150 miles in one
go though,’ he said, laughing.
His daily local run is usually tailored
to whatever training and conditions
he has in mind at the time, coupled
with any challenge in his sights.
He completed the Marathon des
Sables and the Yukon 300 after the
Amazon adventure and thinks, as
he heads towards his 50th birthday,
he might consider one more ultra.
Brian’s training for his first marathon
provided some insight for him into
how training focused the mind and
made him physically fitter. ‘I liked
the way that my physical ability
improved but it was also satisfying
to deal with the organisational side
of the challenge. That involved
everything from the kit list to the
travel and it was a good feeling to
address all of those elements.’
His role at Cazenove Capital is a
demanding one, helping clients
to identify their specific needs
and steer them through complex
requirements. ‘Running allows me
time to organise my thoughts if
I need to but, on other days; it is
totally about time out and enjoying
the actual sensation of the activity.’
The island is a fantastic place in
which to train, says Brian. He can
use the beach, which is loose
under foot, for particular types
of fitness or tackle the cliff paths
when stamina is a major focus.
Training for ultra-marathons enabled
him to develop good instincts
about how his body was reacting.
‘You become very aware of how
you are feeling and you learn to
listen to and respect your body.’
Brian enjoys the contrast of the
detail and demands in his ‘suited and
booted’ office role, compared to
throwing on his old running shoes
and heading out. ‘I take them with me
when travelling for work because the
great thing about this form of activity
is that you can do it anywhere.’
His niece also appreciates how little
equipment she needs to achieve
success in running but that pales into
insignificance compared with the
training regime required at her level.
The St Sampson’s School pupil
happily devotes almost all of her
non-school time to training and also
helps with Guernsey Athletics. She is
the GAA Under 15 Girls Champion
and has covered 5k in just 19 minutes.
Summer has been running
competitively for around four years.
‘My brothers got me into it. From the
minute I tried it, I really enjoyed it,’
she said. The discipline she applies
to improving is impressive by any
standard and one driving force is to
be in the Island Games when she is
14. ‘It will be extra special because it
is in Guernsey so all my family can
support me. I would really love to
take part,’ she said. And displaying
the focus which is playing a part
in her success, Summer added
that the Commonwealth Games
were next on her ‘to do’ list.
She competes at national level
through the Hampshire region and is
Captain of the Under 15 Girls Team.
Summer says she has made many
friends through running and that
the atmosphere among all of the
competitors is tough, but friendly.
With just two evenings a week
free, Summer has added netball
and occasional rugby to her sports
activities and is also working hard
at her school subjects and exams.
‘It is really busy but I am enjoying it.
The running success has given me
more confidence. I used to be really
shy but now I am more outgoing
and that feels good too,’ she said.
She will be concentrating on track
events during the summer. ‘It is
pretty hectic but it’s all good and
the Cazenove Capital sponsorship
is really important in helping me to
improve and compete more widely.
I just love running,’ she concluded.
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SUDOKU MEDIUM
Each of the nine blocks has to contain all the numbers 1-9 within its
squares. Each number can only appear once in a row, column or box.
6 5
9 5 8
2 7 1 3
1 7 3
1 9 8 4
7 3 9
2 7 5 9
9 6 3 8
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find this selection
of seasonal
connotations...
Autumn
September
October
Halloween
Leaves
Pumpkin
Harvest
Red
Yellow
Brown
Conkers
Acorns
Pine cones
Scarecrow
Tennerfest
Back to school
Indian summer
Weather
Chestnuts
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A Boutique Bolthole
And The Home of Wheadon’s Gin
Guernsey’s Bella Luce is the Gin Hotel, and the
perfect destination for a spirited stay. Located in
leafy St Martins just a short stroll from beautiful
Moulin Huet Bay, nowhere else can you enjoy all of
the perks of a break in a small luxury hotel, with an
award-winning distillery under the same roof.
Join the Wheadon’s Gin team for a distillery
experience ranging from twice-weekly “gin-troductory”
tasting sessions through to bespoke Distil While You
Dine evenings, and let them take you on a gin journey.
Wheadon’s Gin is available to purchase duty-free
onboard all Aurigny flights.
www.bellalucehotel.com
The Bella Luce Hotel & Restaurant
La Fosse, St Martins, Guernsey, GY4 6EB
01481 238764 @bellalucehotel
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In-Flight
GENUINE
GUERNSEY
IN-FLIGHT
RANGE
Wheadon's Gin
£28
Rock samphire and pink grapefruit
or
Yuzu, lemongrass and green tea
70cl
NEW
FLAVOUR!
GIFTS
Model Aurigny
Aircraft
ONLY
£7.50
EACH
Embraer E-195
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In-Flight
SkySnacks
Enjoy refreshing drinks and snacks at
great prices plus make the most of
Aurigny’s excellent duty-free offers.
Products listed may be subject to change
due to availability.
SOFT DRINKS
HOT DRINKS
Nescafé Black Coffee £2.50
Nescafé Cappuccino £2.50
Nescafé Latte £2.50
Aero Hot Chocolate £2.50
Tetleys English Breakfast Tea £2.50
Coca Cola 150ml £1
Diet Coke 150ml £1
Schweppes Lemonade 150ml £1
Schweppes Canada Dry Ginger Ale 150ml £1
Schweppes Tonic Water 150ml £1
Britvic Orange Juice 150ml £1
Britvic Tomato Juice 150ml £1
Schweppes Slimline Tonic Water 150ml £1
Robinsons Fruit Shoot 200ml £1
Still Spring Water 500ml £1.50
WARNING: These drinks are hot, please
handle with care in order to protect
yourself and fellow passengers.
BREAKFAST BITES
Muffins
Variety of flavours
Double Chocolate
Blueberry & Toffee
£1.50
Belvita Breakfast
Yogurt Crunch
£1.50
COMBO OFFERS
SNACKS
Pringles
Original
Sour Cream and Chive
£1.50
Mini Cheddars
£1.50
Sea Salted
Pretzels
£1.50
McVities Shortbread
£1.00
HOT DRINK
AND MUFFIN OR
BREAKFAST BAR
£3.50
HOT DRINK AND
MCVITIES
SHORTBREAD
£3.00
CHEDDARS, PRETZELS
OR PRINGLES AND BEER,
CIDER, WINE OR PIMM’S
£5.00
CHEDDARS,
PRETZELS OR PRINGLES
AND SOFT DRINK
£2.00
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Duty-Free
BAR DRINKS
Echo Falls £4
White, Rosé
18.75cl
Live for the
Journey £4
Red 18.75cl
SPECIAL
OFFER
2 FOR £7
Breda Lager,
Magners
Cider
330ml or
Pimm's
250ml £4
2 FOR £7
SPECIAL
OFFER
2 FOR £7
Lunetta
Prosecco
£6
200ml
SPECIAL
OFFER
2 FOR
£10
DUTY FREE
SPIRITS
The Famous
Grouse Whisky
£10 or
2 FOR £18
1 litre
Gordon’s
London Dry Gin
£10 or
2 FOR £18
1 litre
SPECIAL
OFFER
MIX AND MATCH
FAMOUS GROUSE WHISKY
AND GORDON'S DRY GIN FOR
£18
Spirits £4
Bacardi, Courvoisier, Gordon’s, Jack Daniel's,
Smirnoff Red, Bombay Sapphire or Famous Grouse 50ml
SPECIAL
OFFER
SWEETS
Dairy Milk Duo £1.50
Maltesers Big Bag £1.50
4 Finger Kit Kat £1.50
2 SPIRITS AND 2 MIXERS £9
HOT DRINK
AND KIT KAT
OR MALTESERS
OR DAIRY MILK
£3.50
SOFT DRINK
AND KIT KAT
OR MALTESERS
OR DAIRY MILK
£2.00
Bombay
Sapphire Gin
£16 or
2 FOR £24
1 litre
Smirnoff
Blue Vodka
£14 or
2 FOR £24
1 litre
SPECIAL
OFFER
CIGARETTES & TOBACCO
Golden Virginia Tobacco 5 x 50g £35
Benson & Hedges 200 £42
Silk Cut 200 £42
Lambert & Butler 200 £42
Marlboro Gold 200 £42
Benson & Hedges 400 £54
Silk Cut 400 £54
Lambert & Butler 400 £54
Marlboro Gold 400 £54
200 pack equivalent to £4.20 per 20 pack
400 pack equivalent to £2.70 per 20 pack
MIX AND MATCH
BOMBAY SAPPHIRE GIN AND
SMIRNOFF BLUE VODKA FOR
£24
On flights between the Channel Islands and the UK, the allowance
includes 200 cigarettes and one litre of spirits. Duty free services are not
available on services to and from Alderney, Dinard and Southampton.
You must be 18 or over to purchase tobacco or alcohol. Most major
credit and debit cards as well as cash payments are accepted.
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