A decade after democracy was introduced, islanders went to the polls again - but is the system working?

Campaigners have called for changes to laws which ensure Jersey's roads and footpaths are kept tidy.

BBC Weather

A blustery Monday night to come with fresh to strong southerly winds. There will be some large areas of cloud, which could give a spot or two of rain, but, in general, it will remain dry.

Minimum temperature: 8 to 11C (46 to 52F).

It will be a rather windy Tuesday, with fresh to strong southerly winds veering south-westerly later on and easing a touch. Following a dry start, rain will edge in from the west, some of the rain possibly heavy.

Minimum temperature: 7 to 10C (45 to 50F).

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BBC Radio Guernsey

Guernsey Airport needs to better manage its vole population before it starts shooting birds, according to an animal charity.

The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) has expressed concern about methods to control the bird population at the site.

There have been safety concerns because birds of prey are flying close to planes to feed on the sub-species of rodents.

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Jersey's Liberation group is encouraging pub goers to have a meal out or a takeaway if they've had a few drinks.

Its teamed up with Jersey Fire and Rescue to start a campaign called 'Last night a burger saved my life'.

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There will be advice on beer mats to remind people of the dangers of cooking at home if they are drunk.

Managers said the campaign was focused on young men, who are more likely to injure themselves in fires in the home.

Rory O'Reilly
BBC Radio Guernsey

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A number of organisations in Guernsey are pushing to make sure sport and physical activity is a prominent feature of any future seafront enhancement plans.

The Seafront Enhancement Project, external is giving people a unique opportunity to reshape one of the most significant parts of the island.

A response to the proposals has been produced by the Youth Commission, the Sports Commission, the Guernsey Sailing Trust, the Health Improvement Commission and the Guernsey Island Games 2021.

While they all praise the steering group for its willingness to engage the community, they have outlined a set of core principles which they would like to see taken into account for the project.

The principles include the idea that there is a global necessity to enable future generations to be physically active.

Hayley Westcott
BBC News Online

The Jersey Care Federation has announced the launch of its first health care induction course, providing islanders with easier access to a career in health and social care.

The new training course is being delivered thanks to funding from the States of Jersey which supports initiatives designed to address local skills shortages.

Currently, there are no beginner courses on offer locally for individuals working in other industries who would like to move into the care sector.

It is hoped the pilot course, which will be run by a local training provider, will encourage more people to join the profession.

Jersey Evening Post

The new operating model of the States Police has left the island covered by as few as four officers, external for periods of time.

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Thorough pollution checks will have to be carried out on the former CI Lighting site on Doyle Road before any new housing is built, external, the planners have said.

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There are calls for the rules on branchage inspections to change to encourage landowners to be more aware of how their actions affect wildlife.

Twice a year, people who have land on public roads or footpaths have to make sure that all the grass, branches and trees are cut back.

If they aren't trimmed to a suitable size, the landowner could face a fine.

This year, a number of environmental campaigners and organisations have drawn up a list of changes to how branchage works, to prevent hedgehogs getting injured and habitats being destroyed in the hedge cutting.

The States of Jersey said it was something it was already looking at.

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Jersey's planning committee has welcomed plans to improve paths and roads in St John's Road, saying it will benefit local residents.

The plans were approved as part of a new housing development that'll be built opposite the Jeanne Jugan care home.

It will have 12 two-bedroom homes, a new entrance and parking for 28 cars.

Brent Pilnick
BBC Sport

Matt Loaring scored a second late goal in as many games to rescue a point for the Green Lions in a 1-1 draw at home to Whitstable Town.

Jordan Wright gave the visitors a 27th-minute lead after a slip by Jamie Dodd.

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Tom De La Mare almost leveled on 77 minutes while soon after Guernsey had a penalty appeal turned down.

But with nine minutes left, Paris Pereira was fouled in the box and Loaring put away the penalty.

The result leaves the Green Lions in 13th place in Isthmian League Division One South East.

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Guernsey Airport has implemented a management plan to tackle the number of birds that are getting in the way of flight paths, according to the Head of Ports.

There have been concerns for passenger safety due to birds of prey such as Kestrels hovering in airspace because of the airport's vole population which the birds feed on.

Colin Le Ray said the airport had been able to lower the numbers but admits there was no way of completely eliminating the issue...

Brent Pilnick
BBC Sport

Jersey and Channel Island champions St Paul's maintained their perfect start to the season as they beat nearest challengers St Peter with two late goals.

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Sol Solomon had given St Peter - who also had a perfect record going into the game - the lead at Clos Des Pauvres, but goals in the final minutes for Mikey Weir and Jack Boyle saw St Paul's edge it.

St Paul's are now five points clear of second-placed Jersey Wanderers and six ahead of St Peter.

Hayley Westcott
BBC News Online

An orange weather warning for wind across the islands is in place, Jersey Met has said.

It added there would be a strong wind for a while, with gales of force eight expected later.

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Islanders in Alderney are going to the polls on Monday to choose who they would like to see represent them in the States of Guernsey.

A by-election is also taking place with four candidates contesting one seat in the States of Alderney for a two-year term.

Polling will take place in the Members' Room at the Island Hall today between 09:30 and 18:30.

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A kayaker had to be rescued from the sea off Gorey Castle this weekend - after going out in force seven winds and rough seas.

His kayak had overturned and his companion managed to get into shore to raise the alarm.

It was too rough for the fire service boat to launch from Gorey, so the crew went to Anne Port.

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They spotted the man in the water, and were able to direct the lifeboat to him.

He was taken on board with his kayak and landed at Gorey.

Lifeboat manager Nigel Sweeney said it had been a very challenging rescue, but because the man had the right clothing and had stayed with his kayak, he stayed afloat and was easy to spot.

BBC Weather

A fine start to Monday with spells of sunshine.

However, a passing light shower cannot be ruled out and winds will start to pick up towards midday.

It will become increasingly windy on Monday afternoon with cloud thickening to eventually give a few patches of rain.

Maximum temperature: 12C (54F).