Confidence in Guernsey economy growing, survey suggests
Richard Hemans, the IoD's local lead on the economy, said: "Confidence remains highest in finance and professional services but has fallen in construction and retail."Despite a backdrop of ongoing challenges, it's encouraging to see the continued resilience of Guernsey's businesses, particularly their willingness to maintain investment and employment plans."
Mr Hemans said the information would give useful economic data to Guernsey's newly elected Deputies and civil service.He said business leaders wanted to see "strong leadership, bold decisions, and faster action on infrastructure, housing and connectivity" from the new government.The survey highlighted the cost and availability of labour was now the top negative impact for members, overtaking air and sea links, although the latter remained a major concern.
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