Joint statement on proposed discrimination legislation

A joint statement from Guernsey Institute of Directors, Guernsey Chamber of Commerce, Guernsey International Business Association, Chartered Institute of Personnel Development and the Confederation of Guernsey Industry. Following the publication of the policy letter outlining the proposed approach to anti-discrimination legislation, the island’s business groups acknowledge the significant amount of work over the last three … Read more

States issues further advice on Coronavirus for businesses

As the situation regarding the SARS-CoV-2 virus evolves, Public Health Services (PHS) has today updated advice for travellers returning to the Island. PHS has today added the following countries to Group B – travellers need to isolate if they return with symptoms (however mild): ·         France ·         Egypt ·         Tenerife (returning since 17th Feb) Detailed information is available at www.gov.gg/coronavirus  

Coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 advice for businesses

We have been asked by the States to circulate the following information in relation to the Coronavirus. This guidance has been produced for all sectors, but is particularly relevant to businesses whose staff travel internationally such as those who work in financial service businesses, multi-national companies or businesses that trade across the globe. It is … Read more

CGi welcomes review of discrimination law

The CGi, as one of the G4 business groups locally, welcomes the Committee for Employment & Social Security’s (ESS) decision to refocus its anti-discrimination legislation proposals on a more limited scope and with some adjustments to the originally proposed approach. We would like to restate that we are fully in favour of anti-discrimination legislation and … Read more

Scrap the Population Management Law

Clive has been interviewed by both BBC Guernsey and the Guernsey Press this week over the CGi’s ongoing concerns that the Law is not fit for purpose. We have maintained since its introduction that the Law is impacting negatively on key parts of the economy and is not necessary. We believe the population will find … Read more

September news from the Federation

WELCOME to the September edition of our newsletter. You may have seen publicity over the past couple of weeks on the States’ proposals to bring in anti-discrimination law and could have already contributed to the current consultation. The CGi has no issue with such legislation per se but has raised concerns with some parts of … Read more

CGi supports bid to extend St Peter Port Harbour for inert waste

THE Confederation of Guernsey Industry fully supports Deputy Inder’s requete to extend St Peter Port Harbour as an alternative to the site at Longue Hougue. The proposed amendment has purpose and offers economically beneficial outcomes and opportunities for the island rather than Longue Hougue, which has no plan and just incurs expense. We were involved … Read more

CGi in support of new Aurigny links

The CGi fully supports the decision by Aurigny to restart flights to Jersey and establish a new, direct service with Southampton. Both routes have historically shown to be very important links for Guernsey and also underserved for several years so this is excellent news for the inbound visitor market, business travellers and Islanders. This also … Read more

CGi gives cautious welcome to Heathrow route development

THE Confederation of Guernsey Industry has welcomed the news that the London Heathrow link is to be re-established which will make international connections more convenient for some travellers. Whilst the CGi applauds the President of the Committee for Economic Development’s efforts in making this initiative a reality, the test will be the long term sustainability … Read more