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Sextortion reports in Guernsey already double what was recorded last year, prompting police advice
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- Sextortion is a rising issue in Guernsey
- Police issue advice to inform families and young adults about the dangers.
- Victims can be coerced into paying after threats to release inappropriate images.
- Police warn of the use of AI tools to manipulate images for blackmail purposes.
- Educational efforts about the dangers include workshops and forums across high schools and colleges.
2026 Budget “fails to move the States to financial stability”
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- A projected cash outflow of £115 million for 2026 among concerns raised by States’ political watchdog.
- Total pay costs are forecast to reach £360 million, marking a "significant" increase.
- The SMC also criticises the lack of analysis for increased Health & Social Care expenditure.
- “No clear policy basis” for States to approve Budget.
New breast screening survey launched to find out why some do not attend
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- Health & Social Care has introduced a survey as part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
- The survey targets women aged 50 to 75 to improve the Breast Screening Programme.
- Paper copies are available at multiple locations and online submissions can be made.
- Approximately 70% of women attend screenings, but the survey aims to understand non-attendees.
- Public health officials encourage breast awareness and lifestyle changes to reduce cancer risk.
Remaining chairs of education governance boards announced
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- Education, Sport & Culture has announced three new Chairs for Education Governance Boards in the Bailiwick.
- Stuart Jehan will lead the South & West Schools Cluster.
- Andrew Ogier will head the North Primary Schools Cluster.
- Robert Sillars takes charge of the Secondary School Partnership Cluster.
- All Chair positions across the Boards are now filled.
Guernsey to take part in the 2027 European Year of the Normans
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- 2027 will commemorate the 1000th anniversary of William the Conqueror's birth.
- A year-long cultural programme will include exhibitions, performances, and student exchanges.
- Guernsey aims to showcase its Norman heritage and European connections.
- People are encouraged to participate and contribute ideas.
- Funding is available for projects involving partners from Normandy.
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