BBC Radio Guernsey

It may be necessary to "wipe out" the deficit accumulated by States of Guernsey-owned airline Aurigny again, the island's most senior politician has said.

The airline was recapitalised in 2016 when the States injected more than £20m to balance its books.

Since then Aurigny has continued to make losses and Deputy Gavin St Pier told the States Assembly that further help may be needed.

The BBC has approached Aurigny for comment.

Politicians will return on Wednesday to discuss the States business for this month.

Rob England
BBC News Online

Islanders who want to voice their opinions on plans for Jersey's new hospital have been urged to contact the planning inspector.

An inquiry into the plans for the £466m facility is due to start on 17 September to examine the plans fitness for purpose. The plans will be looked over by an independent inspector.

A states of Jersey spokeswoman said: "The inquiry team wants to hear from any resident, business or organisation with views about the planning application for the new hospital. Submissions can be in favour of the planning proposal, against it, or be neutral."

The deadline for submission is 6 July, you can email the inspector here, external.

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Jersey Evening Post

Implementing a Jersey-style ‘open skies’ policy – which allows airlines to operate routes without needing a licence – in Guernsey could bring down the cost of inter-island travel, a transport and tourism expert has said, external.

BBC Radio Guernsey

The decision not to protect a German anti-tank wall built at L'Ancresse during the occupation of Guernsey was made "without true thought and judgement", campaigners say.

Sandy Brassell, who manages a kiosk in the Vale, has been campaigning to get the wall added to the island's list of protected monuments.

She says its disappointing, as not only is the wall part of the islands heritage, it also has a practical use against the sea.

The island's Development and Planning Authority said the wall, in the Vale, had "a high historic interest" as a purpose-built wartime structure, but had low interest in other relevant areas.

It said in particular the archaeological, traditional and artistic interest was "insufficiently special" to justify making the sea wall a protected monument.

Jersey Evening Post

With the World Cup in full swing, the flags of competing nations are being flown across the Island on poles, draped from windows or fluttering from car aerials, external.

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BBC Radio Jersey Political Reporter

Senator Kristina Moore, who came second in Jersey's senatorial election race, will lead the panel that oversees scrutiny in the States.

The former home affairs minister secured more than half the votes needed to beat two other challengers: Senator Sarah Ferguson and Deputy Rob Ward.

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Rob England
BBC News Online

Calls for Guernsey Airport to not charge States-owned airline Aurigny landing fees have been rebuffed by the States.

Andrew Haining, Aurigny's chairman, suggested the move as part of a trial with the airline, which he claims pays £6m in landing fees per year.

He added without landing fees, the airline could reduce ticket prices for passengers.

However, if the airport was to waive the fees for Aurigny, a spokesman for the States Trading Assets said "one might reasonably expect other airlines to want similar treatment".

This, the spokesman said: "would leave a shortfall of approximately £9m per annum in income" which would have to be found "from elsewhere".

He warned the costs of running the airport were "significant", and could fall on taxpayers if not met by airlines and travellers.

Rob England
BBC News Online

A 27-year-old man who carried out an unprovoked knife attack on a 19-year-old at a flat in Jersey has been jailed.

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Darren McKeegans, born in Belshill, Scotland, seriously injured the man near the Robin Hood junction in St Helier in October last year.

He was jailed for eight years at Jersey's Royal Court on Monday afternoon.

A police spokeswoman said the motive for the attack had "never been established", but added the victim was "still recovering from his injuries and the emotional stress it caused".

She added although knife crime in Jersey was "rare" the force would be working to reduce it further.

Euan Mahy
BBC Radio Guernsey

Guernsey's 2017 accounts, which show a healthy surplus of more than £22m, will be discussed at a States meeting later.

Increased income tax earnings and document duty contributed to the figure, officials say and as a result the Policy and Resources Committee say control of public spending is being regained.

However, the senior committee also says now is the time to invest in infrastructure and grow the economy.

Aurigny's losses were less than predicted for 2017, just under £5.2m compared to a forecast of £6.8m.

The company says its regional routes fared well but the Alderney losses totalled £3m.

The meeting has two additional debates, with Economic Development's strategy for bolstering the economy the biggest item on the second agenda.

You can listen to live coverage of the States meeting on BBC Radio Guernsey.

Guernsey Press

Five islanders were shocked to discover Shaunney Avery had set up online accounts in their names without their knowledge, and purchased more than £8,000 of goods, including mobile phones and Playstations, external.

BBC Radio Jersey

Further details of what Brexit will mean for EU citizens in Jersey have been warmly received by the head of the island's Polish Cultural Centre.

The government said non-UK passport holders will have to apply for settled status to stay in Jersey after Brexit and may also have to pay for the application.

Edyta Buard, from the centre, says the announcement is a step in the right direction, but the community is still waiting to hear how long the application process will take.

Those who do apply for the status will have to prove their identity, how long they have already lived in Jersey, and reveal their criminal history.

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Jersey Evening Post

Islanders are being asked to join in a national celebration and show their support for the men and women of the British Armed Forces past and present, external.

Rob England
BBC News Online

Forty-two days since islanders cast their votes in Jersey's General Election it is time for the first official full sitting of the States Assembly.

The government face a variety of questions from backbench members on topics including: zero-hour contracts, allegations of bullying and harassment in the States, hospital waiting times, marriage fees, medicinal cannabis use and the honorary police.

Over the next few days, if necessary, States members will also be appointing a final few positions in the government and debating various pieces of legislation.

These include:

• Amendments to the Armed Forces (Vehicles and Roads)(Jersey) Regulations , externalto allow Territorial Army (TA) personnel to drive TA vehicles on Jersey's roads
• An international co-operation law , externalwhich would protect public authorities in Jersey against claims for costs, damages or consequential losses when acting in "matters of international assistance"
• Ratification of an agreement with the government of Spain, external to exchange information relating to "tax matters" as part of the 2002 OECD tax initiative on transparency, external

You can listen to the States sitting live on BBC Radio Jersey from 09:30.

BBC Radio Jersey

The creation of new air routes between Jersey and the UK would be "welcomed" following MPs decision to back plans to build a third run at Heathrow Airport, Ports of Jersey has said.

However, a spokesman added a Heathrow route had been attempted before, but at the time it was not in demand.

The UK government won a key vote in the House of Commons by 415 votes to 119 - a majority of 296.

Airlines Flybe and Easyjet have previously said they would consider creating a route between Jersey and Heathrow if the expansion was approved.

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BBC Radio Guernsey

Guernsey's most senior political committee has said it will nominate Deputy Peter Ferbrache as their candidate for the presidency of the States Trading Supervisory Board, external.

The board represents the States as a shareholder in any of its incorporated bodies such as Guernsey Electricity and Guernsey Post.

But, the Police and Resources Committee has also said it will not be backing deputy Ferbrache's call to allow nominations from the floor for that role.

The position became vacant following the resignation of Deputy Charles Parkinson, who is the new president of the Commitee for Economic Development. The vote will take place on Wednesday morning.

BBC Weather

Another fine, dry and very warm day, with unbroken sunshine.

Winds will be light, but a sea breeze will develop around coastal districts, making for a pleasantly cooler feel.

Maximum temperature: 21 to 24C (70 to 75F).

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BBC Radio Jersey

A women walking up New St John’s Road on Tuesday evening was hit on the arm by a car, say police as they appeal for witnesses.

The woman was wearing a blue top and jeans and was hit by a silver Honda Jazz at about 17:15.

Officers said: "The car was travelling at slow speed, but did not stop. There were a number of cars and a cyclist in the area that may have seen this incident."

Anyone with any information is asked to contact police on 612612 or anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

BBC Weather

Plenty of late evening sunshine, then a dry and mostly clear night with light winds again.

Minimum temperature: 13 to 16C (55 to 61F).

Tuesday will be another warm and dry day with plenty of sunshine. High cloud any again turn the sunshine a little hazy at times, most likely towards the west. Sea breezes will again give a cooler feel on the coast.

Maximum temperature: 21 to 24C (70 to 75F).

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