> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.thequarry.media/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # The Weekly Briefing from The Quarry - URL: https://www.thequarry.media/the-weekly-briefing-from-the-quarry-13/ - Published: 2025-09-09T10:26:00.000Z - Updated: 2025-09-09T14:36:33.000Z - Description: All the latest from The Quarry newsroom. - Author: Nick Mann - Tags: The Briefing There has been plenty of work mapping out the challenges facing us as an island. So how do we move to delivering solutions that ensure we can thrive in the future? The Quarry has partnered with the [Guernsey Chamber of Commerce](https://guernseychamber.com/?ref=thequarry.media) People and Skills Working Group to deliver a series of podcasts to focus in on one key aspect, the current workforce shortage and the future skills gap. We will explore why action is needed and what the solutions could be as part of a collective call for change to help ensure the future success of the island. In the first podcast of the series, we sat down with CoC executive director Alice Gill and CoEfficient co-founder John Hibbs to explore how the conversation needs to include workplace culture and the importance of a healthy, happy and therefore more productive workforce. Companies that have are already reaping the benefits. Find out more by watching or listening to the latest episode of *Dig This*: ### Dig This - A Quarry Podcast [Dig This: People and Skills Special - How a healthy, happy and engaged workforce could help solve workforce pressuresThe Quarry has partnered with the Guernsey Chamber of Commerce People and Skills Working Group to deliver a series of podcasts exploring the current workforce shortage and the future skills gap. We will explore why action is needed and what the solutions could be as part of a collective call![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/icon/The-Quarry-logo-1-1-120.png)The Quarry - Independent news from GuernseyNick Mann![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/thumbnail/Episode-Pod-Thumb-Landscape-2--1.png)](https://www.thequarry.media/dig-this-people-and-skills-special-how-a-healthy-happy-and-engaged-workforce-could-help-solve-workforce-pressures/) --- ### Dig Deeper [How did it come to this? Extended coverage as the Guernsey Royal Court grants Fermain cafe tenants three more seasons before evictionOver two decades Belmiro de Freitas and Manuela Walter had built The Beach Cafe at Fermain into a popular and successful business. This is the story of how they had to fight the States to keep their livlihood.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/icon/The-Quarry-logo-1-1-110.png)The Quarry - Independent news from GuernseyNick Mann![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/thumbnail/Untitled-design-23-.png)](https://www.thequarry.media/how-did-it-come-to-this-extended-coverage-as-the-guernsey-royal-court-grants-fermain-cafe-tenants-three-more-seasons-before-eviction/) --- ****Become a member to have a voice in our work** [Support The Quarry ](https://www.thequarry.media/#/portal/signup) ### Listen to the news in brief The Weekly Briefing 0:00 /124.248 1× --- ### In other News [La Mare Sixth Form concerns - what Education will and won’t do to address them![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/icon/The-Quarry-logo-1-1-119.png)The Quarry - Independent news from GuernseyThe Quarry![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/thumbnail/La-Mare-de-carteret-entrance-.jpg)](https://www.thequarry.media/la-mare-sixth-form-concerns-what-education-will-and-wont-do-to-address-them/) - Education responds to concerns raised by students and parents in opening week - IT and plumbing problems being fixed - Temporary screens for toilet blocks before more permanent solution - Mobile phone policy and requirement to stay on site remain - Parents and carers able to ask more and tour site on Thursday [Brittany Ferries reports significant growth in travel for 2025 season![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/icon/The-Quarry-logo-1-1-118.png)The Quarry - Independent news from GuernseyThe Quarry![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/thumbnail/Brittany-Ferries-Islander.JPG)](https://www.thequarry.media/brittany-ferries-reports-significant-growth-in-travel-for-2025-season/) - 28.9% increase in travel from April to August 2025 compared to 2024 - UK-Guernsey passenger numbers up 20.6% in August - St Malo travel increased by 59.2% from 2024, April to August - Growth benefits both tourism and local economy in Guernsey - Enhanced scheduling and joint marketing attributed to success [Tax reform to be decided by June under latest timeline![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/icon/The-Quarry-logo-1-1-117.png)The Quarry - Independent news from GuernseyNick Mann![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/thumbnail/IMG_9279.JPG)](https://www.thequarry.media/tax-reform-to-be-decided-by-june-under-latest-timeline/) - The Policy & Resources Committee has released a timeline for upcoming tax reforms. - Two parallel workstreams have been established, one including a review of corporate tax options and the other making preparations for implementing the GST-plus package. - The Tax Review Sub-Committee, led by Deputy Charles Parkinson, has begun its work. - A debate on the inclusion of GST on food will occur in early 2026. - Offshore wind financial opportunity will not be considered as part of the work. [Guernsey Airport begins terminal roof condition survey, scaffolding will remain for uncertain amount of time![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/icon/The-Quarry-logo-1-1-116.png)The Quarry - Independent news from GuernseyThe Quarry![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/thumbnail/airport-scaffolding.jpg)](https://www.thequarry.media/guernsey-airport-begins-terminal-roof-condition-survey-scaffolding-will-remain-for-uncertain-amount-of-time/) - A full engineering survey of the terminal roof at Guernsey Airport is in progress. - The roof, which is 21 years old, has experienced damage due to high winds, most recently from Storm Ciaran in November 2023. - Scaffolding has been installed to protect the building and ensure safety. - T&G Structural Engineers are conducting the survey and inspections of the roof structure. - Completion of the assessment will inform repairs and associated costs. [Guernsey FA shortlisted for the County FA Recognition Award 2025![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/icon/The-Quarry-logo-1-1-115.png)The Quarry - Independent news from GuernseyThe Quarry![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/thumbnail/IMG_9244.JPG)](https://www.thequarry.media/guernsey-fa-shortlisted-for-the-county-fa-recognition-award-2025/) - Guernsey County Football Association is among the finalists for the Facility Development award at the County FA Recognition Awards 2025. - The awards ceremony will take place on 6 November at Wembley Stadium. - The nomination comes for the Victoria Park: Home of Guernsey Football project. - This year saw over 250 nominations submitted from 50 County FAs across England. - The Victoria Park facility officially opened in March and aims to enhance grassroots football. [Channel Islands Air Search appoints new person to be responsible for operations and safety![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/icon/The-Quarry-logo-1-1-114.png)The Quarry - Independent news from GuernseyThe Quarry![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/thumbnail/Nick-Griffin-2.jpg)](https://www.thequarry.media/channel-islands-air-search-appoints-new-person-to-be-responsible-for-operations-and-safety/) - Nick Griffin appointed as the new Accountable Manager of Channel Islands Air Search. - He succeeds John Fitzgerald, who retired after 31 years of volunteering. - Griffin has been involved with CIAS for five years and previously served as a search crew member. - He aims to enhance operational oversight while maintaining the team's positive culture. - CIAS is a voluntary service providing search and rescue cover in the Channel Islands since 1980. [Watch and listen to Dig This: The Quarry Podcast](https://www.thequarry.media/dig-this-podcast/) [Guernsey to host Normandy Market in October![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/icon/The-Quarry-logo-1-1-113.png)The Quarry - Independent news from GuernseyThe Quarry![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/thumbnail/normany-market.jpg)](https://www.thequarry.media/guernsey-to-host-normandy-market-in-october/) - Normandy Market will return to Guernsey from 10th to 13th October. - The event will showcase French produce, crafts, and culture in Market Square, St Peter Port. - Residents can purchase French delicacies that are otherwise restricted for personal import. - Deputy Sasha Kazantseva-Miller highlights the event's significance in promoting ties with Normandy. [Wheels for You celebrates volunteers and offers chance to find out more![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/icon/The-Quarry-logo-1-1-112.png)The Quarry - Independent news from GuernseyThe Quarry![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/thumbnail/volunteers.jpg)](https://www.thequarry.media/wheels-for-you-celebrates-volunteers-and-offers-chance-to-find-out-more/) - Wheels for You is hosting a volunteer appreciation event on 28th September. - The event will take place at La Valette Bathing Pools. - It begins with an optional community swim at 9:30 a.m., followed by a social. - Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about the charity and volunteer roles. - The charity focuses on providing cycling opportunities for individuals with disabilities and mobility challenges. [Students take on Butterfield Half challenge to raise money for children’s charities in Kenya![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/icon/The-Quarry-logo-1-1-111.png)The Quarry - Independent news from GuernseyNick Mann![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/thumbnail/EC-half-marathon.JPG)](https://www.thequarry.media/students-take-on-butterfield-half-challenge-to-raise-money-for-childrens-charities-in-kenya/) - Butterfield Half Marathon takes place on Sunday from 9am. - Among those taking part are a group for Elizabeth College students raising money for two children's charities in Kenya. - Entries for the race open until Friday. --- ## **Information Hub** ### **Planning** [What’s happening near you? 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