The Guernsey Retail Group is pleased to be working with Traffic and Highways to address concerns raised by some town retailers. It was recently brought to our attention that there may have been an increase in people cycling through the pedestrianised areas of St Peter Port,...
The Home Bargains store on North Side will open on 14 November 2026. The company has announced the opening date on its website, along with a series of job adverts. The website describes Home Bargains as "one of the UK’s fastest-growing retailers". They are looking for 90 staff...
A new excise duty on vaping liquids will be introduced in Guernsey and Alderney from 9 November 2026, as agreed by the States when they set the 2026 Budget. The new duty rate will be £2.20 per 10ml of vaping liquid. It will apply to all...
The shops in St Martin's main retail centre remain open, during road works in the parish. La Grande Rue is closed 10 August until 21 August, while Les Camps is closed 17 August until 19 August. All shops in the area are open as normal with the...
The Guernsey Retail Group welcomes the news that five flats have been created above Clinton Cards in the High Street, along with the additional news that a further 10 flats are being developed above the former Burtons store. Planning permission has also recently been granted for...
Information from the workshop on procurement earlier this year is now available to share with retailers. Details around how the States of Guernsey Procurement Policy works, and how retailers can tender for available contracts, were discussed at the meeting in June. The slides have been shared with...
We're encouraging retailers to complete our Q2 retail industry survey this summer. With ongoing constructive discussions taking place between the retail industry and Government, it is essential that we are equipped with robust, up-to-date evidence on the issues that matter most to local retailers. The survey will...
The Guernsey Press has reported that the new 'Home Bargains' store will open on Northside this November. In the paper this week, it was reported that the opening date has been set for 14 November. The 23,000 sq ft building will offer home and garden ware, clothing,...
Three new retailers have opened their doors to customers in St Peter Port. During July, Pragnell, Totes & Notes, and Gadzooks all started trading in Guernsey. Pragnell's is open at 14 Smith Street. The jewelers is occupying the building where Trouteaud Opticians was before its recent move...
St Peter Port will host two 'Seafront Saturdaze' events on 15 and 29 August. The town Quay will be closed from 2pm to prepare for the afternoon and evening's entertainment, with music performances from 6pm. Local arts and crafts stalls will be selling goods between 4pm and...
The Guernsey Retail Group was saddened to hear that two town retailers have decided to close. We have reached out to the Writer’s Block and Tokkuri Sake Bar and Shop and hope to meet with the owners of both so that we can understand their situation...
We're encouraging retailers to complete our Q2 retail industry survey this summer. With ongoing constructive discussions taking place between the retail industry and Government, it is essential that we are equipped with robust, up-to-date evidence on the issues that matter most to local retailers. The survey will...
The Guernsey Retail Group (GRG) is pleased to hear that demolition work will finally begin at Leale’s Yard this September. The lack of progress in this area has left parts of the Bridge looking tired and neglected and has sometimes detracted from the positive work done...
The Guernsey Retail Group has urged deputies to place greater emphasis on economic growth as they consider the Policy & Resources Committee's tax reform proposals. The Group's detailed response highlights the importance of ensuring that any measures to secure Guernsey's long-term public finances are matched by...
A new platform has launched offering retailers the opportunity to share deals with customers. 'DealZap' is a local platform for businesses in Guernsey to use for free. It is also currently free for customers to use but a membership fee will be introduced in the future....
A product recall notice has been issued for fake 'Squishy dumplings'. Thousands of the toys have been seized, after the UK government issued a warning last week. The fake toys contain high levels of the chemical benzene which can cause eye, nose, and throat irritation. They won't...
We have launched our Q2 retail industry survey – and we need every retailer's voice to be heard. This survey plays a vital role in helping us build an accurate picture of the challenges, opportunities and outlook across Guernsey's retail sector. The more businesses that participate,...
A retail industry workshop is being held ahead of the potential approval of a consumption tax in Guernsey. The States are expected to vote on Tax Reform proposals - including a 3% goods and services tax - during a meeting due to start on 15 July. If...
Retailers have been asked to contribute to the IoD's survey on 'unlocking economic growth'. The questions have been designed to "capture the priorities, concerns, and ambitions of the business community", to help answer the overarching question: "what should Guernsey prioritise to remain competitive over the next five years?" The anonymous...
The Guernsey Retail Group has arranged a dedicated seminar for retailers to learn how to work with the States tendering process for contracts. This follows last year’s disappointing decision by the States to appoint Amazon as its preferred stationery supplier. The GRG works very hard to ensure...
A new set of tax proposals have been published, with some implications for the retail sector. The new proposals suggest a 3% goods and services tax, along with an increase to 7.9% employer social security contributions. There is also a warning that the retail sector may be included...
The Guernsey Retail Group has again shared its "significant concerns" regarding a lack of available data connected with setting the island's minimum wage. In a letter to the Committee for Employment and Social Security, through its consultation on the proposed minimum wage rate increases, the GRG...
Nominations are now open in Island FM's Customer Service Awards. The 2026 awards, sponsored by The Carpet Doctor, will be presented in October. There is a specific Retail category as well as categories for 'Rising Star', 'Accessibility', 'Outstanding Individual Contribution', 'Outstanding Team Contribution', 'Most Improved Business', and...
A planning application has been submitted to demolish the buildings at Leale's Yard and to clear the site for future development. If approved, the clearance and demolition work should pave the way for the development work to begin. Bailiwick Express reports that the planning application includes putting in...
The family of James de Lisle recently announced his death. The proprietor of Keyprice worked in the retail sector for more than 40 years, running his shop at Les Petites Capelles and later L'ancresse. At one time Mr de Lisle was a prominent campaigner for Sunday trading...
The Chamber of Commerce is asking for responses to a survey on the proposed increase to the minimum wage. The responses will feed into Chamber's wider response to the Committee for Employment & Social Security ahead of the 28 May 2026 deadline on the proposed changes. ESS...
The Chamber of Commerce has raised concerns about the proposed social security reforms that will make up the '+' part of the GST+ package the States are considering bringing in. Under GST+, changes would be made to income tax allowances and social security allowances would be...
GST+ remains firmly on the table, with a Tax Review sub-committee now backing P&R's 'workstream' that includes the goods and services tax. A States debate in July should decide if the new tax is brought in from 2028. A Tax Reform update document has been published highlighting...
One of Guernsey's newest shops has been making the headlines. Bailiwick Express Guernsey reported on the opening of 'Messy Minds' on Market Street. Read more HERE. Run by Lola Haines, Messy Minds offers 'decoden' - a popular Japanese craft using colourful decorations to personalise items. The shop also sells...
We continue to work with the States of Guernsey to build our understanding of the plan to introduce GST. Based on the feedback received from retailers, we continue to make representations to States Deputies about the likely effects to the retail industry, and to the...
The GRG warmly invites retailers to our first informal, after work gathering of the year. Please join us for a relaxed evening of conversation on Thursday 30 April. This is open to all retailers, not just to those based in Town. There are no presentations or formalities....
Guernsey Harbours has confirmed the schedule of visits for this year. Starting on 14 April, there will be 51 visits to St Peter Port and the programme of arrivals can be viewed here Some smaller cruise ships also visit Alderney, Herm and Sark during the season. ...
Health Connections in Le Pollet and Adventure Cycles in Grande Rue, St. Martin’s are the two worthy winners of this year’s Christmas window competition. This popular annual event awards trophies to the best themed façade in Town and to a retailer elsewhere on the Island. Launched...
The Guernsey Retail Group is seeking an organised and self-driven individual to work for 10-20 hours per week on a freelance basis. This is a new role and the successful candidate will act as key contact with local retailers, fostering strong relationships and supporting the development...
Retail businesses across the Island are once again transforming their shop windows into festive Christmas displays as the annual competition gets underway this year. Launched by the Guernsey Retail Group, the 2025 Christmas Window Competition challenges businesses to create eye-catching, festive displays and awards trophies to...
We have been notified by Guernsey Electricity of the following roadworks that are effective from tomorrow: "Due to a high voltage fault, lane reductions will be in place on The Bridge from Saturday 18 October for approximately one week to allow emergency repair works. Northbound traffic will...
For the urgent attention of the manager / owner The Guernsey Retail Group needs to collect feedback from all local retailers to build a complete and accurate picture of the current and future health of the local retail sector, and to understand the real impact of...
The future of Guernsey’s retail sector is in the spotlight as the Guernsey Retail Group is urging all local retailers to take part in a major Guernsey Retailer Climate Survey designed to capture today’s challenges and tomorrow’s opportunities, which will inform the creation of a...
The Guernsey Retail Group warmly welcomes the launch of Project St Peter Port and commends the St Peter Port authorities for taking proactive steps to improve the appearance and public spaces in Town. This initiative is a reflection of the shared commitment to civic pride and...
The opening of Iceland’s new store in the heart of St Peter Port represents a positive step towards revitalising our Town centre, enhancing consumer choice and supporting local economic activity. We anticipate a positive impact on footfall in St Peter Port. The store’s central location in...
The Guernsey Retail Group is naturally delighted that meaningful progress is underway with the States’ purchase of the Leale’s Yard site. In our recent election Manifesto, we highlighted the detrimental impact of stalled progress on the Bridge – an area with significant potential for retail, residential,...
The GRG has welcomed strong and wide-ranging support from general election candidates in response to its recently published manifesto. We called for bold, innovative thinking to secure a strong and healthy retail sector for the Island. In total, 45 candidates have responded, showing broad recognition of...
Jonathan Creasey, chair, Guernsey Retail Group: "One of the retailers involved raised this matter with The Guernsey Retail Group some time ago and we collectively met with the States of Guernsey’s purchasing team to discuss the general tender process and points raised around this specific case. Whilst...
The Guernsey Retail Group has received a variety of encouraging comments from some candidates following the release of its Manifesto for Guernsey Retail. It calls on candidates to bring bold, innovative thinking to ensure that Guernsey has a strong and healthy retail sector that meets...