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The Quarry has partnered with the Guernsey Chamber of Commerce People and Skills Working Group to deliver a series of podcasts about the current workforce shortage and the future skills gap.
We are exploring 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.
For Episode 2 we were joined by The Guernsey Institute College Principal Louise Misselke and Sixth Form Centre Principal Kieran James for a wide ranging discussion about skills, meeting the needs of learners and employers, the impact of AI, as well why we need to work collectively to make sure young people are prepared for the future.
There are some exciting new initiatives on the horizon from The Guernsey Institute, watch to find out more...
In other News
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- The first of two refurbished Twin Otter aircraft has arrived in Land’s End.
- The comprehensive rebuild involved several thousand man-hours of work in Canada.
- Modernisations include a new navigation suite and lithium-ion battery system.
- It is set for a final journey to Guernsey in November after checks.
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- Policy & Resources Committee is focused on ensuring a functional airport.
- The design phase is underway to comply with regulations and prepare for contractor engagement in 2026.
- Two costed proposals have been submitted and are under initial technical review.
- A policy letter will be presented to the States by the end of 2025.
- £460,000 spent so far this year on runway repairs
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- Action for Children launches a new counselling programme called "Moving On."
- The programme targets young adults aged 18 to 25 affected by homelessness in Guernsey.
- A new website enhances the referral process
- It features over 20 local projects and downloadable resources for independent living skills.
- Mural transforms communal space.
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- Free CPR and defibrillator training offered on Thursday 16 October.
- Event occurs at Beau Sejour Leisure Centre, running throughout the day.
- Qualified trainers from the Royal Life Saving Society UK and local emergency services will lead sessions.
- The initiative aims to improve public confidence in responding to cardiac emergencies.
- Paramedic warns of the critical nature of immediate response during such incidents.
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- Representatives from Guernsey and Jersey attended the annual political summits in Dinard and Rennes.
- The meetings aimed to strengthen regional partnerships under existing Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs).
- Topics discussed included wind farms, economic development, immigration, and cultural ties.
- Guernsey and Jersey signed a new MoU with Brittany in 2023.
- Attendees included political representatives from both Channel Islands, Brittany, and Ille-et-Vilaine.
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- Public Health releases a report on mortality trends for Guernsey and Alderney.
- It covers 2022 to 2024 with historical data included for context.
- Key findings indicate 16% of deaths are deemed 'avoidable,' significantly lower than in England.
- Leading causes of death are cancers, circulatory diseases, and respiratory conditions.
- Director of Public Health calls for increased efforts to reduce alcohol-related deaths.
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- Employment & Social Security is proposing reforms to increase penalties for benefit-related fraud.
- Current penalties for such offences are low compared to neighbouring jurisdictions.
- Proposed changes include allowing all benefit-related fraud offences to be heard in either the Magistrate’s Court or the Royal Court.
- The maximum penalty for benefit-related fraud offences could increase to seven years’ imprisonment.
- The intention is to enhance deterrence and ensure penalties reflect the seriousness of the offences.
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