Tag: Housing

Housing Interview for BBC One in the Channel Islands and BBC Radio Guernsey

December 20, 2021

I interview Danielle Hirst, a local Mum trying to find a property with her partner, daughter and dog. She is currently living on a pull out bed with her partner as she describes the search for a rental property in Guernsey and the attitude of landlords and estate agents as “a monopoly”. In her desperation … More Housing Interview for BBC One in the Channel Islands and BBC Radio Guernsey

32% rent increase for BBC One, BBC Radio Guernsey and BBC News

December 20, 2021

Cluhein Trubshaw, a finance worker originally from South Africa, moved her family over to Guernsey as she was recruited for the work opportunities, but is now being forced to leave the island after 16 months. Her rent has been increased by 32% and she describes the difficulties trying to find a property in the housing … More 32% rent increase for BBC One, BBC Radio Guernsey and BBC News