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Yahoo
02-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Age to become part of anti-discrimination laws
Plans to protect islanders from discrimination based on their age have been approved by the States. Protection from discrimination is currently protected on the grounds of race, carer status, sexual orientation, religion or belief, with age coming into force within six months. The changes mean people are protected from age discrimination in work, when buying goods and services, accommodation and education. Committee for Employment & Social Security Vice-President Lindsay de Sausmarez said: "It is really good to have got such strong support for the committee's proposals and this is the next iteration of the prevention of discrimination ordinance." It is hoped the laws will allow people to participate in the work force for longer if they choose to because it will mean that they are not facing arbitrary retirement ages. The proposal is the latest stage of the introduction of anti-discrimination legislation in the bailiwick after initial changes came into force in 2023. The Prevention of Discrimination Ordinance will be brought back to the States during the next government term. Follow BBC Guernsey on X and Facebook. Send your story ideas to Age discrimination law proposed for Guernsey Tribunal receives 16 complaints under new law Anti-discrimination law is 'amazing' - campaigners States of Guernsey
BBC News
30-04-2025
- Business
- BBC News
New framework published for allocated housing in Guernsey
A framework to ensure the sustainable development of houses in the north of Guernsey has been published by the States. The Committee for Employment & Social Security said the Strategic Delivery Framework (SDF) would "establish a vision" for the allocated housing sites in St Sampson's and Vale. It said the SDF was a coordinated approach which would ensure future development met existing housing needs, boosted the economy and improved transport options. Deputy Peter Roffey said the framework would lay "the groundwork for long-term growth". 'Vibrant communities' He said: "The work marks a significant step forward in our efforts to deliver much-needed housing in a way that also supports sustainable, vibrant communities in the north of the island. "By taking a collaborative approach with Savills and working closely with both internal and external stakeholders, we're laying the groundwork for long-term growth that benefits islanders now and into the future. "The north of the island holds enormous potential, and the SDF provides a clear and practical path to unlocking it in a sustainable way."Key sites in the SDF include Parc Le Lacheur, Saltpans, Franc Fief, Pointues Rocques and Fontaine Vinery.
