The Interview

The food bank run by Guernsey Welfare Service thinks this Christmas will be its busiest ever, as families continue to struggle with the high cost of living.  December 1, 2023

Police Chief Robin Smith speaks to Express about riots, knife crime and a host of other issues relating to public safety - in light of new laws being proposed by Home Affairs Minister Helen Miles . November 28, 2023

When Sebastian Priaulx was born premature, followed a few years later by his sister Danniella, it spurred their parents into action - wanting to give something back to the medical teams who saved their babies lives.  Jo and Andy Priaulx along with cousin Richard Le Tocq launched the Priaulx Premature Baby Foundation, which is now celebrating its 20th anniversary.  November 17, 2023

This week Matthew Leach speaks to Guernsey’s Head of Law Enforcement and the Chair of the States Strategic Co-ordinating Group, Ruari Hardy. Mr Hardy was responsible for co-ordinating the island’s response to Storm Ciaran and making sure people in Guernsey were kept safe.  They talk about the plans in place, how they were deployed to great success, and the lessons learned. November 3, 2023

What new taxes could be on the way? Is there any end in sight for the transformation of education? Could Guernsey have a new government this time next year? Join Kit Hannah and Matthew Leach as they demystify the recent tax and spend debate that saw GST thrown out again, with some victories and embarrassments for States' committees over flagship projects. With reaction from politicians, industry,...

This week Express is joined by Ben Wratten from the Digital Guernsey and Chris Leaman from Black Vanilla.  These two groups have been working together to launch the second local entrepreneurship survey, which has been designed to find out what kind of issues face young local businesses. October 20, 2023

Bethan Batiste was diagnosed with epilepsy at 11, and had surgery to remove a brain tumour at 14.  She is now planning an event to raise money for Great Ormond Street Hospital and Headway Guernsey.  October 13, 2023

Did a deputy go too far after naming a local doctor in the States’ chamber?  Why have numerous families come forward with concerns about safeguarding?  What is parliamentary privilege, and should it be protected?  Laura Clayton and Matthew Leach explain the safeguarding story to date and look to answer some of the questions that have spilled out of recent news coverage.  October 6, 2023

Mark Bills was Director Emeritus at Gainsborough House Museum, and he was asked to share his advice on the plans for Victor Hugo Centre in Guernsey.  He told Express what he thinks about the idea, and how he thinks it could work. September 22, 2023

This weekend, Channel Islands Pride is taking place in Jersey, after Guernsey hosted it last year. Thousands will turn out to the parades, parties and concerts to celebrate and be proud of our diverse community. Ahead of the big celebrations, Kelly Frost caught up with three drag queens: Paige Three, Flesh, and Bonny Bon Wee. Two are full-time performers from the UK, hired for the weekend’s festiv...

As he prepares to retire from the world-famous aerobatic team, Red Arrows team leader Tom Bould - also known as Red 1 - spoke to Express about his views on the future of air displays, the RAF's pathway to net-zero carbon emissions and whether he gets nervous before a show... September 15, 2023

Brandon Ashplant wrote and produced the new short film 'Bet your bottom dollar'. He spoke to Express about his love of the short film genre, and how it's a great way in to film making for other creatives. September 15, 2023

Dr Dominic Bishop discusses the rise in the number of deaths by suicide in Guernsey, and with Dr Nicola Brink and Jo Cottell from Guernsey Mind, he explains how the Bailiwick's new Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy will help anyone suffering from low level to very serious mental ill health.  September 10, 2023

With a new Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy published this week, Dr Nicola Brink, Dr Dominic Bishop and Jo Cottell explained how it's been drawn up, what the strategy's aims are and why it's so important for the wellbeing and mental health of the Bailiwick.  September 8, 2023

Martin Shirley has served as Chauffeur to the Lieutenant-Governor for nine and a half years, driving the Governor, his family and royal guests around the island. After his retirement last week, Martin sat down with Express to talk about driving the limousine, how he feels about having sold the J4 numberplate, and the one time he arrived late to a function. September 4, 2023

Guernseyman Adam Hooper always dreamt of being an actor.  At 35 he decided to try his hand at auditions, succeeding in winning a supporting role in Kevin Spacey's latest film.  A number of local productions are also on the agenda, and Adam told Express he has plans to audition for further roles off-island too. September 1, 2023

Jersey Overseas Aid has so far donated £262,000 to Friends of Ukraine-EOD to deliver bomb and mine disposal training.  This week Express speaks to Ben Remfrey and Uliana Yurenko - Ben is a founder of Friends of Ukraine-EOD, and Uliana is the head technical translator and interpreter at Mat Kosovo, a training centre in Kosovo. They spoke about how that funding has helped train up the first women in...

15-year-old JCG student Auden Ruelle is a big fan of football, and a young footballer herself, and this summer she's had the chance to be at the Women's World Cup in Australia. Late in Australian time, early in Jersey time, Express reporter Kelly Frost caught up with Auden to ask about the atmosphere, her favourite goals of the tournament so far and, of course, whether football is finally coming h...

Comedian Johnny Vegas has been in Jersey this week, after choosing the island for his debut ceramic art show. He spoke to Express reporter James Jeune about vulnerability, the power of art for mental health, island breakfast spots – and trying to smuggle a tortoise back on the ferry… August 18, 2023

Maggie's is a "safe haven" for people undergoing treatment for cancer, while also a place supportive loved ones can go for a moment of calm.  An alternative to the often uncomfortable and clinical hospital environment.  Express sat down with two members of the Guernsey Friends of Maggie's Fundraising Committee - Alison Good and Chair Pete Walsh - to hear first hand how the centre supports those wh...

Express sits down with Chris Bown, Interim Chief Officer for Health, to discuss the priorities for his time in office. August 14, 2023

Jersey is getting older – and pretty quickly at that.  In the last census, it was recorded that the number of people aged over 65 grew by 29% between 2011 and 2021.  It’s therefore more important than ever that we listen to the concerns of older Islanders, and take their health and quality of life seriously.     In this podcast, Bailiwick Express Reporter Charlie Flynn spoke to Rosemarie Finley, t...

August 2, 2023

Dr Gopinath Rao, a Consultant Paediatrician discusses the benefits of breastfeeding while Jo Priaulx, Founder of the Priaulx Premature Baby Foundation opens up on the challenges she faced and how attitudes towards and support for breastfeeding have changed.  July 31, 2023

In this episode, Tom Innes sits down with Chris Tanguy, who recently retired after 14 years of operating Tanguy’s in Mulcaster Street, and more than four decades working in Jersey's hospitality industry. They discuss the heyday of the island's nightlife scene in the 80s, and 90s, the perils of the Sunday dancing law, and the recent challenges facing the sector that have left Chris fearful for its...