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  Guernsey - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Bailiwick of Guernsey (French: Bailliage de Guernesey) is a British crown dependency in the English Channel off the coast of Normandy.
The Bailiwick of Guernsey was occupied by German troops in World War II.Before the occupation, many Guernsey children were evacuated to England to live with relatives or strangers during the war.
The national animals of the island of Guernsey are the donkey and the Guernsey cow.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Guernsey   (1476 words)

  
 Guernsey article - Guernsey Bailiwick British crown dependency France island Alderney Sark - What-Means.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
The Bailiwick of Guernsey is a British crown dependency off the coast of France.
Rising sea levels transformed Guernsey into the tip of a peninsula jutting out into the emergent English Channel until about 6000 BC Guernsey and other promontories were cut off from continental Europe, becoming islands.
Many people from Guernsey were deported into camps in the southwest of Germany, notably to Biberach an der Riss and interned in the Lindele Camp ("Lager Lindele").
www.what-means.com /encyclopedia/Guernsey   (948 words)

  
 UKOTCF - The Bailiwick of Guernsey   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
The Bailiwick of Guernsey includes the island of Guernsey and the neighbouring islands of Alderney, Sark, Brecqhou, Herm, Jethou and Lihou.
La Société Guernesiaise was founded in 1882 to encourage the study of the history, natural history, geography and geology of the Bailiwick of Guernsey, the conservation of the Bailiwick's natural environment and the preservation of its historic buildings and monuments.
States of Guernsey Board of Administration Environment Services Section is responsible for protecting, maintaining and enhancing much of the islands public land, ranging from public parks and gardens to cliff paths, beaches, coastal headlands, nature conservation areas, and Lihou Island.
www.ukotcf.org /posters/guernsey.htm   (489 words)

  
 Guernsey   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
There are two paved airports in the bailiwick, and 5 km of railways in the bailiwick (but none in Guernsey itself).
The national animal of the island of Guernsey is the donkey.
The traditional explanation of this is the steepness of St. Peter Port streets that necessitated beasts of burden for transport (in contrast to the flat terrain of the rival capital of St Helier in Jersey).
www.sciencedaily.com /encyclopedia/guernsey   (812 words)

  
 Guernsey Constitution
The Bailiwick of Guernsey consists of Guernsey, Alderney, Sark, Jethou, Lihou, Breqhou and Burhou.
The States of Guernsey is the government of the Bailiwick of Guernsey and handles all matters except diplomatic and defence aspects.
Guernsey is at the top of the table when it comes to representatives per number of population.
www.islandlife.org /constitution_gsy.htm   (867 words)

  
 guernsey tapestry
Guernsey is the second largest of the Channel Islands, a property of the British Crown, located in the English Channel off the coast of France.
The Bailiwick of Guernsey Tapestry was the Islands' Millennium project and tells the story of 1000 years of local history in ten panels of embroidered canvas work.
The Guernsey Tapestry is an independent museum, run by The Millennium Tapestry Trust and relies entirely on the income from entrance fees, sales and the support of the local community.
www.guernseytapestry.org.gg /intro.htm   (379 words)

  
 An introduction to the Bailiwick of Guernsey - Law Developments (Legal500.com)
Guernsey has the right to govern itself on all internal domestic matters, although the United Kingdom Government deals with matters of defence and foreign affairs on behalf of the island.
Guernsey is neither a separate member state nor an associated member of the European Union.
The legislature of the island of Guernsey is known as the States of Deliberation and the judicature is known as the Royal Court of Guernsey.
www.icclaw.com /devs/guern/dr/gudr_001.htm   (990 words)

  
 Bailiwick of Guernsey
The Lieutenant-Governor's flag is as Jersey's except that Guernsey's arms are distinguished from those of Jersey (and England) by the addition of a golden sprig of leaves issuing from the top of the shield.
The flag is white with a St George Cross and the badge of the island in the middle.
The lion is presumably from the Guernsey (and English) CoA, with the leaf on the top which distinguishes the Guernsey CoA from the otherwise identical ones of Jersey and England.
flagspot.net /flags/gg.html   (1770 words)

  
 Guernsey Income Tax Authority - about the Bailiwick of Guernsey   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
The Bailiwick of Guernsey (population approximately 61,000 English speaking) comprises a group of islands and islets forming part of the Channel Islands, which are situated in the English Channel off the North-West coast of France.
The three jurisdictions in the Bailiwick of Guernsey are self-governing territories of the British Crown.
However, the people of Guernsey cannot vote in elections for the UK parliament and it would be unprecedented for the UK to legislate for Guernsey on taxation and other domestic matters without the agreement of the Guernsey authorities.
www.tax.gov.gg /aboutGuernsey.html   (343 words)

  
 The Lawyer global offshore report - Guernsey - 31 January 2005
The Regulation of Investigatory Powers (Bailiwick of Guernsey) Law 2003 is a truly modern law, which provides for the interception of postal and electronic communications and the disclosure of related information, as well as covert intelligence and intrusive surveillance.
The GFSC has encouraged the use of Guernsey as a domicile for hedge funds by acknowledging the proper role in hedge fund structures of London-based prime brokers in place of local custodians; the GFSC has also begun consultation on a streamlined authorisation process for investment funds that are set to be promoted to "qualified investors".
Fourth, the division of legislative responsibilities between the States of Guernsey and the Parliament at Westminster is set to be the subject of an appeal by the States of Guernsey to the Privy Council in respect of offshore fishing licences.
www.thelawyer.com /cgi-bin/item.cgi?id=113834&d=122&h=24&f=46   (713 words)

  
 Business laws in Guernsey
In early 2002 the Guernsey FSC, along with its peers in Jersey and the Isle of Man announced new measures to tighten anti-money laundering regimes.
Guernsey domiciled closed-end funds are subject to Guernsey company law and the Control of Borrowing regime, and it is clear, from the closed-end hedge funds already established under those arrangements, that few structural problems arise.
Open-ended funds are subject to the Protection of Investors (Bailiwick of Guernsey) Law 1987, as amended, (“POI”) and to rules and regulations made under that law.
www.lowtax.net /lowtax/html/jgyolaw.html   (2507 words)

  
 guernsey Travel Directory - Tourism
The Bailiwick of Guernsey - Guernsey is situated in the Gulf of St Malo, 50km (30 miles) from the coast of France and 130km (80 miles) from the south coast of England.
The Queen is represented in Guernsey by the Lieutenant Governor, whom she appoints.
There are two members from the Bailiwick island of Alderney, which has its own States that appoints two members to represent the island's interests in Guernsey.
www.tuttinsieme.it /tutti/tut/eur/guernseyisle/guernseydir.htm   (362 words)

  
 States of Guernsey: F.A.Q.: Importation Of Goods By Freight Into The Bailiwick Of Guernsey   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
The Bailiwick of Guernsey while not being part of the European Union (EU) is part of the Customs Territory of the European Community (EC).
All goods imported into Guernsey from outside the EC are subject to the same rate of Customs duty as would be charged if being imported into an EC country.
As the Bailiwick is not part of the fiscal territory of the EU, VAT is not charged.
www3.gov.gg /ccm/home-department/customs/goods.en   (724 words)

  
 Floral Guernsey
Guernsey is a very special place for lovers of flowers and gardens.
Guernsey’s flowers and plants are renowned for being amongst the best in the world.
Floral Guernsey is delighted to have secured continued involvement for the Islands of Guernsey, through special events and lectures, in the Royal Horticultural Society’s (RHS) 2005 Members’ Handbook.
www.floralguernsey.gg   (337 words)

  
 The Broadcasting Act 1990 (Guernsey) (No. 2) Order 1991
In section 24 (provision of Channel 4), in subsection (3) for the words "England, Scotland and Northern Ireland" substitute "England, Scotland, Northern Ireland and the Bailiwick of Guernsey".
(ii) the Bailiwick of Guernsey and the Bailiwick of Jersey, or
In section 181 (apparatus deemed to be for wireless telegraphy), in subsection (3)(a) and (b) after the words "United Kingdom" insert "or the Bailiwick of Guernsey".
www.hmso.gov.uk /si/si1991.old/Uksi_19911709_en_2.htm   (2577 words)

  
 This is Guernsey - Archive   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
GUERNSEY Post yesterday refused to rule out charging for mail according to its size and shape and not just its weight.
Guernsey Post is bound to demonstrate to the OUR transparent reasons for any changes to any of the tariffs,’ said Mr Domican.
Guernsey Post is committed to providing all of our customers with the best value for money service available in the newly liberalised market place.
www.thisisguernsey.com /code/shownewsarticle.pl?ArticleID=013362   (440 words)

  
 www.guernseyscenes.co.uk........Welcome to Guernsey Scenes
Many visiting Guernsey have come under it's spell and returned year after year to once again sample its unique charms from its continental character but with its very British devotion.
Guernsey is rich in history and one of the earliest historic sites is that of Les Fouillages, a Neolithic stone tomb within the boundaries of the Golf Course at L'ancresse (in the north of the island).
Guernsey was occupied by German forces during the Second World War and all over the island are the reminders of the occupation in the form of bunkers, towers and museums including the German Underground Hospital in the St. Andrew's parish.
www.cwgsy.net /private/baf/bailiwick_guernsey.htm   (541 words)

  
 Globe Storm: Bailiwick of Guernsey   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
Guernsey is located in Western Europe, islands in the English Channel, northwest of France.
The type of govenment in Guernsey is a NA.
• The captial of Guernsey is Saint Peter Port.
www.globestorm.com /html/g/guernsey   (135 words)

  
 Guernsey Jumpers, Cardigans, Cotton Guernsey - authentically made in the bailiwick of guernsey, jumpers, cardigans, ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
Guernsey Jumpers, Cardigans, Cotton Guernsey - authentically made in the bailiwick of guernsey, jumpers, cardigans, knitwear, cotton, wool, guernsey jumper
Owned and run by Dave and Jennie for the past 15 years, the Guernsey Shop is the best place anywhere in the Channel Islands for a complete range of traditional guernsey jumpers.
A hard wearing warm garment is an essential part of any seafaring man's wardrobe, and skills acquired in Guernsey's 17th century stocking industry were adapted to produce just such an item what we now call 'The Traditional Guernsey'.
www.theguernsey-shop.co.uk   (278 words)

  
 Collas Day - Guernsey Lawyers, Law Firms, Guernsey, Channel Islands
The Law establishes an office of Public Trustee, completely independent of the States of Guernsey, although the appointment, removal and terms and conditions of appointment are determined by the States of Guernsey.
The establishment of the Public Trustee is a welcome addition to Guernsey’s increasing armoury of legislation to protect its reputation as a leading finance and trust centre.
It is likely that in the future the States of Guernsey will give consideration to extending the powers and functions of the Public Trustee to cover other matters where the involvement of a public independent body is needed.
www.collasday.com /collas-day_news_details.asp?ContentID=505   (628 words)

  
 The Royal Air Force - The RAF Falcons Parachute Display Team (RAF on Display - Teams)
In relation to any reference to a law for the time being in force in the Bailiwick of Guernsey, the modifications made by this Order have effect for all purposes of the 1955 Act (and not only in the application of that Act to the Bailiwick of Guernsey).
"(d) where the offender is in or removed to the Bailiwick of Guernsey, any place where he could have been detained if he had been ordered (in whatever terms) to be detained in custody by a court in the Bailiwick of Guernsey".
"or (d) the court of summary jurisdiction in the Bailiwick of Guernsey (that is to say, the Magistrate's Court in the case of Guernsey, the Court of Alderney in the case of Alderney and the Court of the Seneschal in the case of Sark),".
www.raf.mod.uk /legalservices/p3chp26.htm   (593 words)

  
 guernsey
Guernsey Museums and Galleries english - It is a service provided by the government of the (British) Channel Island of Guernsey.
Guernsey Telecoms english - Today, with installations such as the Data Centre, we are focussing on delivering solutions using broadband, multimedia and convergent technologies, to ensure the islands enjoy not just world-class service but state-of-the-art facilities in the future.
States of Guernsey english - The States of Guernsey is the legislative and governing body of the Bailiwick of Guernsey, a British Crown Dependency, located in the Bay of St. Malo and part of the Channel Islands.
www.tuttinsieme.it /tutti/tut/eur/guernseyisle/guernsey.htm   (766 words)

  
 The regulation of trust and fiduciary services in the Bailiwick of Guernsey - Law Developments (Legal500.com)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
According to the Guernsey Financial Services Commission (FSC), the island is one of the first jurisdictions to establish a statutory system of fiduciary regulation.
The FSC estimated in 1999 that there were around 200 businesses in the Bailiwick of Guernsey providing fiduciary services, principally as professional trustee and corporate service providers.
The States of Guernsey considered that the lack of formal regulation represented an unacceptable risk to the good reputation and economic well-being of the Bailiwick.
www.icclaw.com /devs/guern/pc/gupc_001.htm   (644 words)

  
 Guernsey --  Encyclopædia Britannica   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
Early in the 13th century, Castle Cornet was built on an offshore tidal islet, reinforced later with La Tour Beauregard on the main shore to protect the roadstead.
Guernsey cattle were first bred on the island of Guernsey, a British dependency in the English Channel, by crossbreeding the small red cattle of Brittany and the large red and brindle cattle of Normandy, France.
The breed is a result of selected matings of the large brindle cattle of Normandy and the small fl cattle of Brittany.
www.britannica.com /eb/article-9038375   (740 words)

  
 Guernsey Hotel and Tourism Association | Guernsey, Channel Islands   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
The Guernsey Hotel and Tourism is the representative hotels body of Guernsey's Tourism Industry.
The Guernsey Hotel and Tourism Association is the representative body of Guernsey's Tourism Industry.
The Bailiwick of Guernsey lies just off the coast of France and is made up of Guernsey, Alderney, Sark and Herm.
tourism.guernsey.net   (456 words)

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