> ## 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-9/ - Published: 2025-08-05T17:33:21.000Z - Updated: 2025-08-05T17:33:21.000Z - Description: All the latest from The Quarry newsroom. - Author: Nick Mann - Tags: The Briefing --- ****Become a member to have a voice in our work** [Support The Quarry ](https://www.thequarry.media/#/portal/signup) --- ### **Dig Deeper** [Firms have all now pledged action to address “dark patterns” which can keep people gambling![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/icon/The-Quarry-logo-1-1-83.png)The QuarryNick Mann![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/thumbnail/Screenshot-2025-08-05-at-15-02-03-Annual-Report-2024.pdf-1.png)](https://www.thequarry.media/firms-have-all-now-pledged-action-to-address-dark-patterns-which-can-keep-users-gambling/) --- ### Listen to the news in 90s (or less) Welcome to the Weekly Briefing from The Quarry 0:00 /58.704 1× --- ### **News** [Average rental prices approaching £8,400 a year more than they were five years ago![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/icon/The-Quarry-logo-1-1-90.png)The QuarryNick Mann![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/thumbnail/rental-price-increase.png)](https://www.thequarry.media/average-rental-prices-approaching-8-400-a-year-more-than-they-were-five-years-ago/) - The average monthly rental price for Local Market properties was £2,075, up 0.3% from the previous quarter and 5.3% compared to Q2 2024. - This is nearly £700 a month more than five years ago - The mix adjusted average purchase price for Local Market properties is £596,573, reflecting a 2.8% increase from the previous quarter. - There were 195 Local Market transactions in Q2 2025, an increase of 29 from Q1 2025 and 50 from Q2 2024. - The average time to sell a Local Market property rose to 259 days in Q2 2025 from 202 days in Q2 2024. [Education, Sport and Culture advances plans to establish education governance boards![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/icon/The-Quarry-logo-1-1-89.png)The QuarryThe Quarry![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/thumbnail/Paul-Montague-Large.jpeg)](https://www.thequarry.media/education-sport-and-culture-advances-plans-to-establish-education-governance-boards/) - Education, Sport and Culture is progressing towards the establishment of independent education governance boards. - Legislation to support the reform will be considered by the States in September. - Recruitment for Chairs of the governance boards is underway. - A second recruitment phase for additional board members is planned. - The Committee aims to strengthen connections between schools and local Douzaines [Bowel Cancer Guernsey funds outdoor gym equipment at Delancey Park![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/icon/The-Quarry-logo-1-1-88.png)The QuarryThe Quarry![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/thumbnail/Bowel-Cancer-Guernsey-gym-equipment.JPG)](https://www.thequarry.media/bowel-cancer-guernsey-funds-outdoor-gym-equipment-at-delancey-park/) - Bowel Cancer Guernsey has funded new outdoor gym equipment at Delancey Park. - The initiative aims to encourage community fitness and awareness of bowel cancer prevention. - The equipment was installed at the end of July. - It is located near the playground to serve people of all ages. - The charity previously funded similar outdoor fitness equipment at Saumarez Park in 2016. [States’ housing tenants will no longer have to pay for their carpets when they move in![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/icon/The-Quarry-logo-1-1-87.png)The QuarryThe Quarry![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/thumbnail/new-carpet-8132646_1920.jpg)](https://www.thequarry.media/states-housing-tenants-will-no-longer-have-to-pay-for-their-carpets-when-they-move-in/) - New tenants will no longer need to provide their own floor coverings. - The initiative results from collaboration between the Committee for Employment & Social Security and the Committee for Housing. - The procurement of floor coverings from potential suppliers is underway. - Implementation is anticipated early next year, subject to supplier response. - The policy aims to align States housing practices with those of private rental and Guernsey Housing Association tenants. [Inclusive 6-a-side football team launching in Guernsey![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/icon/The-Quarry-logo-1-1-86.png)The QuarryThe Quarry![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/thumbnail/out-football.jpg)](https://www.thequarry.media/inclusive-6-a-side-football-team-launching-in-guernsey/) - Local LGBTQ+ charity Liberate is starting an inclusive football team. - Open-to-all, initial sessions begin on 14 August at La Mare playing fields. - The programme aims to provide a welcoming place for individuals of all identities. - Sessions will occur weekly following the initial kickabout with plans to join a league. - OUT Active events are sponsored by the Co-Op and JT, with funding from the Saffery Rotary Walk 2025. [Paint and create community art exhibition to showcase local talent![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/icon/The-Quarry-logo-1-1-85.png)The QuarryNick Mann![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/thumbnail/Bailiwick-Social-Prescribing-expo.jpg)](https://www.thequarry.media/paint-and-create-community-art-exhibition-to-showcase-local-talent/) - Bailiwick Social Prescribing is hosting a community art exhibition in August. - The exhibition is at the George Crossan Gallery. - Showcases artwork produced by participants from weekly art classes. - Art sessions aim to promote creativity and build social connections. - Free admission; open daily to 29 August. [Plans unveiled for emergency sleeping pods in Vale Douzaine car park![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/icon/The-Quarry-logo-1-1-84.png)The QuarryThe Quarry![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/thumbnail/Cartias-emergency-pods--photo-from-Amazing-Grace-Spaces.png)](https://www.thequarry.media/plans-unveiled-for-emergency-sleeping-pods-in-vale-douzaine-car-park/) - Caritas Guernsey has submitted a planning application for two emergency sleeping pods. - The pods aim to address homelessness and extreme housing insecurity in Guernsey. - Designed by Amazing Grace Spaces, the pods are self-contained and off-grid. - Caritas plans to support pod users in finding long-term accommodation. - The Vale Douzaine has endorsed the initiative, stating it addresses local homelessness effectively. --- [![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/48/0b/480bfed6-f3f7-4a48-9efe-fae23adf5d03/content/images/2025/02/Stay-in-touch-with-Quarry-WhatsApp--2.png)](https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vaq2UUL6rsQjvdEqzh46?ref=thequarry.media) --- ## **Information Hub** ### **Planning** [What’s happening near you? 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