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• Guernsey's airline sets up Southampton base

  Aurigny has brought in its own ground handling team at Southampton as flight numbers expand.

• Cuts to services in Guernsey considered under tax review

  A government efficiency drive and a reduction in the services it offers is an option being considered.

• Solar panels mandatory on new Guernsey homes

  Solar panels - or an alternative - will be required on all new housing and commercial developments in Guernsey.

• Average rent in Guernsey up 45% over five years

  Local market rents now average just under £2,200 a calendar month.

• Mariners reminded to respect Alderney’s Puffin Friendly Zone

  Burhou's exclusion zone is in force to protect breeding puffins after winter storms devastated their population.

• Hollywood crew find Guernsey talent for upcoming Occupation film

  Two Guernsey actors have successfully auditioned for speaking parts in the film 'Under the Watchful Gaze.'

• Ombudsman issues advice about mis-sold car loans

  The Channel Islands Financial Ombudsman says the compensation for car loans that is being offered in the UK does not apply to people in Jersey and Guernsey.

• 'Music Muratti' for young musicians in the Channel Islands

  Aa new inter-islands battle of the bands competition, being dubbed a 'Music Muratti' has been organised for young musicians across the Channel Islands.