> ## 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-20/ - Published: 2025-10-29T15:42:58.000Z - Updated: 2025-10-29T15:42:58.000Z - Description: All the latest from The Quarry newsroom. - Author: Nick Mann - Tags: The Briefing --- ### Dig Deeper [CI Sustainable Business Conference Special: setting out the opportunities and risks when it comes to nature, finance and the future of Guernsey’s main industry![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/icon/The-Quarry-logo-1-1-181.png)The Quarry - Independent news from GuernseyNick Mann![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/thumbnail/Screenshot-2025-10-29-at-08.24.14.png)](https://www.thequarry.media/ci-sustainable-business-conference-special-setting-out-the-opportunities-and-risks-when-it-comes-to-nature-finance-and-the-future-of-guernseys-main-industry/) --- ### In other News [Sextortion reports in Guernsey already double what was recorded last year, prompting police advice![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/icon/The-Quarry-logo-1-1-183.png)The Quarry - Independent news from GuernseyThe Quarry![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/thumbnail/mobile.png)](https://www.thequarry.media/sextortion-reports-in-guernsey-already-double-what-was-recorded-last-year-prompting-police-advice/) - 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”![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/icon/The-Quarry-logo-1-1-184.png)The Quarry - Independent news from GuernseyThe Quarry![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/thumbnail/Andy-Sloan.JPG)](https://www.thequarry.media/2026-budget-fails-to-move-the-states-to-financial-stability/) - 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![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/icon/The-Quarry-logo-1-1-185.png)The Quarry - Independent news from GuernseyThe Quarry![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/thumbnail/breast_cancer_awareness_month_blog-2048x1367.webp)](https://www.thequarry.media/new-breast-screening-survey-launched-to-find-out-why-some-do-not-attend/) - 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![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/icon/The-Quarry-logo-1-1-186.png)The Quarry - Independent news from GuernseyThe Quarry![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/thumbnail/castel-primary-1.jpeg)](https://www.thequarry.media/remaining-chairs-of-education-governance-boards-announced/) - 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![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/icon/The-Quarry-logo-1-1-187.png)The Quarry - Independent news from GuernseyThe Quarry![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/thumbnail/lihou-priory-ruins-.jpg)](https://www.thequarry.media/guernsey-to-take-part-in-the-2027-european-year-of-the-normans/) - 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. ****Become a member to have a voice in our work** [Support The Quarry ](https://www.thequarry.media/#/portal/signup) --- ## **Information Hub** ### **Planning** [What’s happening near you? 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