Views sort on our relationship with Alderney and Sark
- Bailiwick Commission formally commenced work on 24 March and launched public survey
- Survey seeks islanders' views on inter-island relationships and runs until 15 May
- New website at BailiwickCommission.gg provides information and updates on the inquiry
- Commission planning visits to engage directly with communities, organisations and governments
- Final recommendations will be presented to the three Bailiwick Governments
A survey seeking residents views on the relationships between the Bailiwick islands could be improved has been launched.
It is being run by The Bailiwick Commission, set up by the three islands to review the constitutional, economic and working links.
Sir Bob Neill, Chair of the Bailiwick Commission, said he was delighted to have been appointed to lead the team of Commissioners with this important inquiry.
"I'd hope we all bring significant expertise in our fields and will be able to provide a different perspective to this work. Although none of us are islanders in the true sense, we each have knowledge and experience of working with the islands previously. We are looking forward to further expanding our understanding and will be drawing on local and expert advisers as we undertake this work," he said.
Sir Bob explained that the Commission's first meeting allowed members to begin planning their approach to examining existing relationships between the islands and whether these relationships may need adaptation to ensure they are fit for future purpose.
"We are planning visits to the Bailiwick as a matter of priority; to engage directly with the islands' communities and hear views firsthand, as well as engaging with local organisations, business and governments," he said.
The Commission has already begun preparatory work, building on existing knowledge of the relationships between the Bailiwick islands and previous work undertaken with the islands.
Sir Bob emphasised that the Commission's recommendations will be included in interim and final reports for the three Bailiwick Governments.
"We strongly encourage communities to engage through our website, as well as in person by attending our events, throughout the course of the inquiry," he said.
The survey, which runs until 15 May, can be accessed at https://forms.office.com/e/aBdHrb5syi.
The Bailiwick Commission has also established a dedicated website at BailiwickCommission.gg, which details its objectives, scope of work, and planned events.
The Commission will publish an interim report by the end of September 2026 and a final report no later than the end of September 2027.
It has a budget upwards of £500,000.
Q&A
Q: How long is the Bailiwick Commission survey open?
A: The survey is open until 15 May 2026 and can be accessed at https://forms.office.com/e/aBdHrb5syi.
Q: Who is chairing the Bailiwick Commission?
A: Sir Bob Neill is the Chair of the Bailiwick Commission.
Q: Where can I find more information about the Commission's work?
A: The Commission has set up a website at BailiwickCommission.gg with details of objectives, scope of work, and future engagement opportunities.
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