We recently responded to the Committee for Economic Development’s draft Workplan 2026–2029, setting out the views and concerns of Guernsey’s business community. While we welcomed the ambition to grow and strengthen the economy, our response highlighted what we see as a significant gap between activity and measurable outcomes for the wider community.
Key points raised included the lack of practical support for SMEs and the real economy, the absence of actions from the Workforce Participation Report, concerns around positioning the Registry as a revenue-generating vehicle, and the omission of retail and creative industries from priority sectors. We also called for clearer economic targets, stronger inward investment plans focused on businesses rather than individuals, and greater support for sustainability and ESG transition.
You can read the full consultation response here
