#  @alasdair_milroy Alasdair Milroy Alasdair Milroy posts on X about guernsey, jersey, finance, investment the most. They currently have [---------] followers and [---] posts still getting attention that total [----------] engagements in the last [--] hours. ### Engagements: [----------] [#](/creator/twitter::46379740/interactions)  - [--] Week [---] +5,430% - [--] Month [-----] +32% - [--] Months [-----] +3.50% - [--] Year [------] -62% ### Mentions: [--] [#](/creator/twitter::46379740/posts_active)  - [--] Week [--] +220% - [--] Month [--] +258% - [--] Months [---] +11% - [--] Year [---] -34% ### Followers: [---------] [#](/creator/twitter::46379740/followers)  - [--] Week [---] no change - [--] Month [---] -0.22% - [--] Months [---] -0.44% - [--] Year [---] +7.60% ### CreatorRank: [---------] [#](/creator/twitter::46379740/influencer_rank)  ### Social Influence **Social category influence** [countries](/list/countries) [finance](/list/finance) [travel destinations](/list/travel-destinations) [technology brands](/list/technology-brands) [social networks](/list/social-networks) [us election](/list/us-election) [celebrities](/list/celebrities) [premier league](/list/premier-league) [stocks](/list/stocks) [currencies](/list/currencies) **Social topic influence** [guernsey](/topic/guernsey) #68, [jersey](/topic/jersey), [finance](/topic/finance), [investment](/topic/investment), [australia](/topic/australia), [singapore](/topic/singapore), [money](/topic/money), [income tax](/topic/income-tax), [sydney](/topic/sydney), [london](/topic/london) **Top accounts mentioned or mentioned by** [@oldfarmhorace](/creator/undefined) [@davidpiesing63](/creator/undefined) [@richarddigard](/creator/undefined) [@mattfallaize](/creator/undefined) [@pvbsc1](/creator/undefined) [@advocategreen1](/creator/undefined) [@marylowe501](/creator/undefined) [@peterroffey5](/creator/undefined) [@guyplummer34449](/creator/undefined) [@guernseypress](/creator/undefined) [@heidisoulsby](/creator/undefined) [@drandysloan](/creator/undefined) [@govgg](/creator/undefined) [@marcwinn](/creator/undefined) [@guyplum](/creator/undefined) [@johnfernandez1](/creator/undefined) [@three141592653](/creator/undefined) [@nigelstaples](/creator/undefined) [@andrewj31680521](/creator/undefined) [@jojomay1](/creator/undefined) ### Top Social Posts Top posts by engagements in the last [--] hours "@pvbsc1 @jojomay1 Was riding my road bike tonight and a stationwagon (estate) pulled out across the stop sign by Sausmarez Park Saw me and stopped to let me go with half car protruding over the line. People in steel coffins really have no idea they are potentially lethal" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1678862336600297472) 2023-07-11T20:25Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@RossLeBrun @pvbsc1 @jojomay1 @pipbarr @Chris_Gnapp Are you fearmongering" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1692114605865124277) 2023-08-17T10:02Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@matt_fallaize @DavidPiesing63 @oldfarmhorace @PeterRoffey5 @pvbsc1 @OllieGoddardGsy @LeRoiHaptalon @richarddigard @RossLeBrun @HeidiSoulsby They have not increased income tax and have choices that we dont currently have" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1695887243720692080) 2023-08-27T19:53Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@MattFallaize @DavidPiesing63 @pvbsc1 @PeterRoffey5 @oldfarmhorace The figures in discussion yesterday were from Finance Gross Value Added fell from [----] to [----] by 6% Public spending increased 2% per annum and expected to continue GDP Growth 0.5%" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1696109802550657143) 2023-08-28T10:37Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "The projection of deficit based on current trends would be 200m. This ignores financing transfer and investments returns and revaluation of assets. Unless cuts in spending particularly pension and Healthcare taxes will have to increase. Personal tax is currently 36% revenue" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1696117094629216495) 2023-08-28T11:06Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@DavidPiesing63 @pvbsc1 @oldfarmhorace @MattFallaize @PeterRoffey5 @jojomay1 A lot bigger island with a lot more land. Some similar themes around cost of home ownership and tax reform to fund growth in public services costs" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1697104539390734344) 2023-08-31T04:30Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "@DavidPiesing63 @pvbsc1 @oldfarmhorace @MattFallaize @PeterRoffey5 @jojomay1 Absolutely was not suggesting that here. Remember Australia already has a CGT. Property investments can be geared with debt and interest deducted from rental income. This has made it an attractive investment and pushed prices up. Other point is corporate Australia profits/tax" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1697143141713731605) 2023-08-31T07:03Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "If Guernsey has underinvested in capital projects and or used its Capital budget then is there a Capital reserve" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1698598404031422866) 2023-09-04T07:26Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@PeterRoffey5 Yes and we should be much bolder with resolving housing needs (smaller and higher density) and the eastern seaboard development as an economic enabler for the island" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1701305920364367974) 2023-09-11T18:45Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@leadoeslinkedin Done - more incredible recorded on phone and edited on mobile for Instagram and posted on LinkedIn via #Starlink in the tyrennian sea π€©" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1702427731122909491) 2023-09-14T21:02Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@MaryLowe501 Its a shame that like person would be better of than if alternative increases in income tax continue as they have over the past [--] years" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1710541141957869728) 2023-10-07T06:22Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@oldfarmhorace Lets start with the shortages of staff in Guernsey resulting in restaurants not opening" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1711288259039449272) 2023-10-09T07:51Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@oldfarmhorace here is the FT video on Brexit" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1711303835287794024) 2023-10-09T08:53Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@oldfarmhorace mainstream economist estimates are below trend growth of 4% to UK economy" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1711304513468936295) 2023-10-09T08:56Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@oldfarmhorace From a well known Guernsey resident" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1711304973735076201) 2023-10-09T08:57Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@pvbsc1 @oldfarmhorace As an example There is no carve out for a prescribed Accounting business to do non accounting & bookkeeping. So business create a separate company for non prescribed business. However I would not change the journey" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1711311483856920598) 2023-10-09T09:23Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@pvbsc1 @oldfarmhorace That mean another company tax return accounts annual validation bank account etc" [X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1711324824692261154) 2023-10-09T10:16Z [--] followers, [---] engagements "@CoFoundersNik @gmail @Xero @GoProposal @usepixie @HubSpot" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1713184336143368438) 2023-10-14T13:25Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@matt_fallaize @oldfarmhorace @PeterRoffey5 @gavinstpier @HeidiSoulsby What is the company tax element" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1715653230019989632) 2023-10-21T08:56Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "@GY1Matt @DavidPiesing63 @oldfarmhorace @matt_fallaize @PeterRoffey5 @gavinstpier @HeidiSoulsby The world is shifting to higher value sustainable tourism. Guernsey is a great destination for outdoor activities sports tourism and short. Teaks" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1715813824773636530) 2023-10-21T19:34Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@dep_parkinson @matt_fallaize @DavidPiesing63 @oldfarmhorace @PeterRoffey5 @gavinstpier @HeidiSoulsby GST would do that. I actually think we will end up with a blend of CT GST and income taxes. Agree Charles What has been approved is taxing the same people more" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1715825332987605363) 2023-10-21T20:20Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "Special thank you to our [--] new followers from Guernsey and more last week" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1716301544126136637) 2023-10-23T03:52Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@oldfarmhorace @notquitelocal @richarddigard @DavidPiesing63 @pvbsc1 @ImproSarah @PeterRoffey5 @ShaneLanglois @helenwalton_gg Have you been reading The Handmaids Tale We need to be encouraging creativity and small business not working in the mines" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1716419777764225056) 2023-10-23T11:42Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "@oldfarmhorace @DavidPiesing63 @pvbsc1 @richarddigard @notquitelocal @ImproSarah @PeterRoffey5 @ShaneLanglois @helenwalton_gg That description doesnt not reflect accurately todays Guernsey values" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1716854369717563714) 2023-10-24T16:29Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "@CricketAus @cricketworldcup Guernsey" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1726152816421749064) 2023-11-19T08:17Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@oldfarmhorace I think free speech is allowed H" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1726227143154360693) 2023-11-19T13:13Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "Boy dont they just love cricket Listen to the noise in Ahmedabad" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1726231516018262247) 2023-11-19T13:30Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@matt_fallaize @DavidPiesing63 Its unfortunate and largely comes from misinformation and understanding. I would prefer to have a broad based consumption tax with higher tax free allowances and potential to reduce other taxes. Thats been the experience in other jurisdictions - Singapore Australia UAE" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1844679237363462203) 2024-10-11T09:59Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "Interesting visit to Guernsey by M/Y Kismet - Refuelled in Guernsey - Port Agents in Guernsey - Port ops in next stop in Tilbury operated by Guernsey business - crew are employed in Guernsey flagged in Marshall Islands Is Guernsey missed opp as not @RedEnsignGroup Cat 1" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1844684129343852848) 2024-10-11T10:19Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@gsyblue @jojomay1 If they are exempt they cannot claim anything back. Fin Services are already paying Corporation Tax at 10% and as their end clients are not always in Guernsey they likely wouldnt pay GST. This would need to be competitive with Jersey and IOM" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1844718112513359875) 2024-10-11T12:34Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "@matt_fallaize @DavidPiesing63 What is it that makes it such a hard sell in your view. More countries have a broad based consumption tax than income tax and its arguably simpler to administer" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1844722489026310365) 2024-10-11T12:51Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "@matt_fallaize @guyplum @DavidPiesing63 What are those realities - geo politics and demographics" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1844755859043229873) 2024-10-11T15:04Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@PaulSrodz @oldfarmhorace No Social Security Contribution is supposedly to cover your pension. Many work places provide medical cover however often people dont use it. This needs to change. Of countess likely that will increase cost to consumers" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1845138386094297505) 2024-10-12T16:24Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@DanielPriestley @RachelReevesMP Where are you moving @DanielPriestley I can recommend Guernsey with a great lifestyle beaches coves and cliffs and No GST (yet) No CGT No IHT and 20% income tax You can book a call at I am working on scoreapp http://www.btmgroupci.com/schedule http://www.btmgroupci.com/schedule" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1845139187323789809) 2024-10-12T16:27Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "@jojomay1 @DavidPiesing63 @matt_fallaize It very quiet isnt it No Meerveld rallying the masses to protest. I was looking through the No GST groups earlier and had forgotten how hard he pushed for his wind farm which had investment and was going to solve our future prosperity. Is that still on the table" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1845157199221264820) 2024-10-12T17:38Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "@legrandcourtil It wont happen though π€¦β Likewise the fact that Capital Gains are taxable in a pension is inequitable and discourages saving. Needs to be corrected" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1845158053533921739) 2024-10-12T17:42Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "@marcwinn @oldfarmhorace @JayneOzanne @GuernseyPress Well said @marcwinn I loved the kind words about Alex Salmond and in particular the note that he was liked by many on all sides of politics. Social media thrives on polarisation like most relationships" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1845744588616585303) 2024-10-14T08:32Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "ideas to transform Guernsey CS Healthcare: Telemedicine EHRs AI improve care reduce costs. Education: Personalized learning online resources VR/AR. E-gov & data: Streamline serv optimize resource alloc Upskill workforce: digital future attract remote workers" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1845757916642443715) 2024-10-14T09:25Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "π§΅Guernsey is a small jurisdiction in the Channel Islands with a population of [-----]. Productivity has stagnated since [----] and with the Zero Ten Tax policy there has been a structural deficit in the funding of public services" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1845760921597034708) 2024-10-14T09:37Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "Looking at smaller jurisdictions how can Guernsey best stabilise Government finances and look at using digitilisation and technology to transform it education and healthcare services to reduce costs and ensure it makes the most of its human capital" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1845761311759540254) 2024-10-14T09:39Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@JohnFernandez1 Theres so much misunderstanding about a progressive package. Around 60% of islanders are better off due to the progressive measures. I broaden the tax base which is a recognised challenge identified by credit rating agencies" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1846089092691341420) 2024-10-15T07:21Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@gavinstpier There is an evidence that what we are doing now isnt working and hasnt worked for a number of assemblies. The constant increasing of taxes indirect and direct over the past few assemblies has been reprehensible" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1846090778373755229) 2024-10-15T07:28Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "@jameswpen @JohnFernandez1 I can only surmise that as he isnt standing its a hospital pass to the next assembly. It rather highlights the populist politics that exists in doing what will not attract criticism rather than what is right. The big absence in the budget is any plan to make savings" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1846092656163652012) 2024-10-15T07:36Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "Equally in Guernsey This is shocking reading. This is shocking reading" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1846228502825013510) 2024-10-15T16:35Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@KelvinWhel35947 @matt_fallaize @PeterRoffey5 Are we in a recession Technically we arent as recession is [--] quarters of negative growth The communication needs to be improved as it is not getting through" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1846446192537862566) 2024-10-16T07:00Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "I am going to create a mens group in Guernsey. Creating a community of men who want to step up in their lives both in fitness career and their intimate relationships. Who is interested Is there a demand" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1846815019960266856) 2024-10-17T07:26Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "@pvbsc1 Ok earlier this year I was talking about this and the point made was if a family wanted to invest in a second home it didnt make sense with no interest relief against the rent. But for an overseas cash investor it did. making it more attractive to a foreign cash investor" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1846843843158630528) 2024-10-17T09:20Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@jojomay1 The problem solve or listen" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1846844001736860005) 2024-10-17T09:21Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@gsyblue @jojomay1 @GuernseyPress I agree which says more about the asset prices being inflated which is a supply issue" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1846850411744899353) 2024-10-17T09:47Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@pvbsc1 @jojomay1 @GuernseyPress Just checking my understanding here. This is because interest on the debt is not deductible against the rental income" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1846856865696682277) 2024-10-17T10:12Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@gsyblue @jojomay1 @GuernseyPress You sure your costs are correct" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1846857341095780445) 2024-10-17T10:14Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@Govgg @matt_fallaize @oldfarmhorace @marcwinn @MaryLowe501 @HeidiSoulsby @DavidPiesing63 Can we break to bottle on the logic in Guernsey Spend less and get more sounds a great paradigm shift Governments dont understand efficiency gains. They only believe that if you spend more you get more and if you spend less you get less. In business this isnt how we think. Its entirely possible to get more by spending less and it should be the goal. They dont https://t.co/l4q2w90atJ Governments dont understand efficiency gains. They only believe that if you spend more you get more and if you spend less" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1847168329267453953) 2024-10-18T06:50Z [---] followers, [----] engagements "Guernsey needs a tax system that encourages wealth creation and business growth" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1847321098720854451) 2024-10-18T16:57Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@Lindsay_Gsy @marcwinn @matt_fallaize @Govgg @oldfarmhorace @MaryLowe501 @HeidiSoulsby @DavidPiesing63 Did it though Shipping our waste to Sweden doesnt seem particularly green given the hundreds or thousands of miles of transportation involved. Isnt just transferring the problem elsewhere Now we are stock piling I dont have the time to fully read up. Its been" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1847485514129031376) 2024-10-19T03:50Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@HeidiSoulsby @PeterRoffey5 @dep_parkinson @Lindsay_Gsy Spain France Australia to name a few all have this as a prerequisite As a government proposing more tax first demonstrate you are showing discipline in financial management. That adds a lot to employment cost if extended families cost. It may not always be low" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1847527931783856247) 2024-10-19T06:39Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "@JohnClacy1 You would expect that health insurance should be in place with evidence they have sufficient capital cover their costs. Yes and GST would help in their contribution" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1847533734678942139) 2024-10-19T07:02Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "@oldfarmhorace @PeterRoffey5 @advocategreen1 @matt_fallaize @marcwinn @Govgg @MaryLowe501 @HeidiSoulsby @DavidPiesing63 Why did Guernsey families build a granny wing historically" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1847572157053731201) 2024-10-19T09:35Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@oldfarmhorace @guernseyliz14 @PeterRoffey5 @pvbsc1 @advocategreen1 @matt_fallaize @marcwinn @Govgg @MaryLowe501 @HeidiSoulsby @DavidPiesing63 We need to celebrate our differences. Hell on earth sounds like the temporary [----] hits you have talked about building. That sounds ok when you have your own guernsey farmhouse. Facts are we benefit from community we need a lot more house and land is limited" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1847877206216757301) 2024-10-20T05:47Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@PaulSrodz @oldfarmhorace @guernseyliz14 @PeterRoffey5 @pvbsc1 @advocategreen1 @matt_fallaize @marcwinn @Govgg @MaryLowe501 @HeidiSoulsby @DavidPiesing63 Because people in their farmhouse like it that way π Seriously thats where we need to look. Not being from Britain I really notice the reliance on really cheap labour" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1847887550419001384) 2024-10-20T06:28Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@PaulSrodz @oldfarmhorace @guernseyliz14 @PeterRoffey5 @pvbsc1 @advocategreen1 @matt_fallaize @marcwinn @Govgg @MaryLowe501 @HeidiSoulsby @DavidPiesing63 we want to encourage wealth creation Increase supply access to finance and higher retirement savings allowing access to pensions for deposits ( see Singapore CPF) Mortgage options which are flexible and allow offset of savings. High density zones which include facilities" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1847891584395698481) 2024-10-20T06:44Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "Guernsey Boost Supply Without Over-Reliance on Social Housing π‘ social housing isn't only answer. some ideas to increase supply: Simplify planning rules. tax breaks to developers low cost methods eg pre-fab. co-living & shared o/ship long-term strategy" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1847895468757471265) 2024-10-20T06:59Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "@guernseyliz14 @PeterRoffey5 @oldfarmhorace @pvbsc1 @advocategreen1 @matt_fallaize @marcwinn @Govgg @MaryLowe501 @HeidiSoulsby @DavidPiesing63 Which is completely understandable yet doesnt move us towards solving the crisis for those leaving or sofa surfing does it" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1847897005223256220) 2024-10-20T07:05Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "Encourage Downsizing: Offer incentives for older homeowners to downsize from larger properties. This frees up family homes for younger generations while providing seniors with more manageable and suitable living spaces" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1847900012086247664) 2024-10-20T07:17Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "Consider tax breaks assistance with moving costs or preferential access to smaller purpose-built housing" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1847900189337477605) 2024-10-20T07:18Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "Netherlands: "Village care" models where seniors live independently in their own homes but have access to on-site care and support services. Singapore: Integrated developments with housing healthcare and community facilities in close proximity" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1847900958207926368) 2024-10-20T07:21Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@guernseyliz14 @oldfarmhorace @PeterRoffey5 @pvbsc1 @advocategreen1 @matt_fallaize @marcwinn @Govgg @MaryLowe501 @HeidiSoulsby @DavidPiesing63 Thats not offering a solution or any solace to those couch surfing or packing up. Is anyone saying you cannot do that Have a look at what millennials and Gen Z value. The future needs to be considered in our planning" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1847905591722758176) 2024-10-20T07:40Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "Community: They often prioritize a sense of community and social connection seeking out neighborhoods with shared amenities and opportunities for interaction" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1847905970447389100) 2024-10-20T07:41Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "Outdoor Space: Having access to private or shared outdoor space such as balconies gardens or rooftop terraces is a common desire" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1847906051783323883) 2024-10-20T07:41Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "Meeting the Demand: To cater to these preferences developers and policymakers in Guernsey could consider: Micro-apartments and compact living solutions: Maximize space and affordability in desirable locations" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1847906724222517281) 2024-10-20T07:44Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@DavidPiesing63 I have posted some ideas using Gemini AI on what millennials and Gen Z want for housing. Its interesting and poses the question of whether boomer and Gen x politicians are trying to solve from their own lens. Focus on what millennials and z solutions are. Its achievable" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1847908397133246747) 2024-10-20T07:51Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@guernseyliz14 @oldfarmhorace @PeterRoffey5 @pvbsc1 @advocategreen1 @matt_fallaize @marcwinn @Govgg @MaryLowe501 @HeidiSoulsby @DavidPiesing63 I have posted separate threads on what millennials and Gen Z value. Its interesting and would change Guernsey but its more sustainable and create vibrancy" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1847909007731699725) 2024-10-20T07:53Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@DavidPiesing63 Also around the airport as an example the estate near farmhouse Cobo back to Les Genats Estate and many of the Clos North to Port Soif. I never hear compulsory buy backs mentioned perhaps not the Guernsey way Its common elsewhere in the world We do need to move" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1847912051722571784) 2024-10-20T08:05Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "@oldfarmhorace @guernseyliz14 @PeterRoffey5 @pvbsc1 @advocategreen1 @matt_fallaize @marcwinn @Govgg @MaryLowe501 @HeidiSoulsby @DavidPiesing63 Precisely They should give a damn given the economic impact of the OM. Totally disagree with you. This housing crisis is a result of [--] years of not building enough accommodation. Its not the shift to PML" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1847948919088582781) 2024-10-20T10:32Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "I have just seen the news that Sir Chris Hoy has announced his cancer is terminal. We have so little time. #memore mento" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1847957682927304821) 2024-10-20T11:06Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "@matt_fallaize @DavidPiesing63 @oldfarmhorace @guernseyliz14 @PeterRoffey5 @pvbsc1 @advocategreen1 @marcwinn @Govgg @MaryLowe501 @HeidiSoulsby Believe me I know" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1847960280325935431) 2024-10-20T11:17Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@DavidPiesing63 @matt_fallaize @oldfarmhorace @guernseyliz14 @PeterRoffey5 @pvbsc1 @advocategreen1 @marcwinn @Govgg @MaryLowe501 @HeidiSoulsby Did you see the article in GP about Tony Mancini retiring. The point he made about less locally owned business and less alignment between business and the island was significant" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1847961051821686894) 2024-10-20T11:20Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@matt_fallaize @oldfarmhorace @guernseyliz14 @PeterRoffey5 @pvbsc1 @advocategreen1 @marcwinn @Govgg @MaryLowe501 @HeidiSoulsby @DavidPiesing63 Ok if a Guernsey business with pre [----] profits is sold to Guernsey residents the pre [----] tax liabilities remain If same business is sold to off island investors that liability is extinguished. Result an off island investor can pay more knowing the liabilities cleared" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1847961906172109196) 2024-10-20T11:23Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@matt_fallaize @DavidPiesing63 @oldfarmhorace @guernseyliz14 @PeterRoffey5 @pvbsc1 @advocategreen1 @marcwinn @Govgg @MaryLowe501 @HeidiSoulsby Which is in real term an increase in taxes paid" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1847962523414274165) 2024-10-20T11:26Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@matt_fallaize @oldfarmhorace @guernseyliz14 @PeterRoffey5 @pvbsc1 @advocategreen1 @marcwinn @Govgg @MaryLowe501 @HeidiSoulsby @DavidPiesing63 Any ideas on this" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1847968641075048893) 2024-10-20T11:50Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@DavidPiesing63 @matt_fallaize @oldfarmhorace @guernseyliz14 @PeterRoffey5 @pvbsc1 @advocategreen1 @marcwinn @Govgg @MaryLowe501 @HeidiSoulsby Yes it does and gives foreign investors an advantage with little consideration to the long term interests to having Guernsey based businesses" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1847972278476181928) 2024-10-20T12:04Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@matt_fallaize @DavidPiesing63 @oldfarmhorace @guernseyliz14 @PeterRoffey5 @pvbsc1 @advocategreen1 @marcwinn @Govgg @MaryLowe501 @HeidiSoulsby Those living on capital rather than income for sure. There will all be spending of cash earnings" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1847978908836044937) 2024-10-20T12:31Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@DavidPiesing63 @matt_fallaize @oldfarmhorace @guernseyliz14 @PeterRoffey5 @pvbsc1 @advocategreen1 @marcwinn @Govgg @MaryLowe501 @HeidiSoulsby Yep and every on wants to be on the coast. Sydney new metro is incredible and the move to high density living zones is really noticeable. City has been pedestrianised Melbourne CBD revitalised since the 90s by encouraging city apartments and regeneration of docklands" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1847981601742901424) 2024-10-20T12:42Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@DavidPiesing63 @matt_fallaize @oldfarmhorace @guernseyliz14 @PeterRoffey5 @pvbsc1 @advocategreen1 @marcwinn @Govgg @MaryLowe501 @HeidiSoulsby But both Melbourne and Sydney have doubled in population over past three decades. Yet both feel cool leafy and offer amazing lifestyles. Guernsey confidence to get som kahunas and create an amazing community is an opportunity waiting to be taken" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1847982297514971474) 2024-10-20T12:44Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@ShaneLanglois @DavidPiesing63 @oldfarmhorace @guernseyliz14 @PeterRoffey5 @pvbsc1 @advocategreen1 @matt_fallaize @marcwinn @Govgg @MaryLowe501 @HeidiSoulsby Without community and States support I cant see an upside for developer to even commit to build the required numbers" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1848003991814156551) 2024-10-20T14:11Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "Special thank you to our [--] new followers from Guernsey and more last week. http://fedica.com/alasdair_milroy http://fedica.com/alasdair_milroy" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1848243938898923545) 2024-10-21T06:04Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@oldfarmhorace Did you use MidJourney Happy Birthday H" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1848258174383493602) 2024-10-21T07:01Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@pvbsc1 What was message" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1848293285581795806) 2024-10-21T09:20Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "@pvbsc1 Mark Helyar for one. That was one of the reasons the Guernsey Party disintegrated. Some couldnt turn about on their no taxes policy to support GST" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1848312298206531667) 2024-10-21T10:36Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "@legrandcourtil @PeterRoffey5 @oldfarmhorace @pvbsc1 A declining population is a serious event in a small community" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1849435184648651144) 2024-10-24T12:58Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "@matt_fallaize @letocq @oldfarmhorace @pvbsc1 I am not sure you can compare an outer suburb of Rockhampton (which is at edge of tropics - think saltwater π and box jellies) [--] hours drive to Brisvegas with Guernsey. Its a bit like comparing prices in the country side in France" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1849461330924732479) 2024-10-24T14:41Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@matt_fallaize @oldfarmhorace Not sure on the assumption. Certainly in Melbourne Sydney and London apartments are popular and not only for the less well off (as you indicate). With the number of units needed going high density makes sense and having mixed use with well planned facilities" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1849553360011325726) 2024-10-24T20:47Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@richarddigard @DavidPiesing63 @mjconcanno60904 @GuernseyPress 2/2 could save millions more on the HSC budget. I support broadening our tax base away from income tax as the demographics make sense. It has to be along side a plan to control the size of the public service and shift away from the binary argument of simply cutting services" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1849708074992271365) 2024-10-25T07:02Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "@richarddigard @DavidPiesing63 @mjconcanno60904 @GuernseyPress @drandy_sloan That was clear. In fact it stated it specifically that there was no saving target" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1849721741146280300) 2024-10-25T07:56Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@DavidPiesing63 @richarddigard @mjconcanno60904 @GuernseyPress @drandy_sloan Taking it from talk to action is the challenge. Its going to be bumpy and some will want to see it fail. The P&R message now is well we cant do GST in time so income tax rise has to happen to balance [----] books. Yet again no responsibility taken for arriving at this point" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1849722604485022148) 2024-10-25T08:00Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@HeidiSoulsby @DavidPiesing63 @richarddigard @mjconcanno60904 @GuernseyPress @drandy_sloan If it is included as a digital transformation with savings attached then those savings should be identified. The budget report states clearly no savings target π― When the tax option were rejected it must have been clear that there was a gaping hole" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1849881854184177878) 2024-10-25T18:32Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "@HeidiSoulsby @DavidPiesing63 @richarddigard @mjconcanno60904 @GuernseyPress @drandy_sloan to table a budget with a 10% income tax increase when a large proportion of the island arent making their living costs meet and argue there is no other way is irresponsible. Go back to each committee has to find savings. You cant believe org of 5k FTE there are no savings" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1849883274086433076) 2024-10-25T18:38Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "What other ways could the States explore to raise the shortfall in next two years We have an island with many incredibly intelligent and wealthy individuals who i am guessing would pitch in with ideas more creative than a 10% income tax or GST" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1849888730347086214) 2024-10-25T19:00Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "Want to know what Guernsey offers in lifestyle and hot it differs from the UK A short video pre Saturday morning dog walk" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1850097768393593057) 2024-10-26T08:50Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "How* Anyone take a guess what hedge veg is Does it have its own tax rate" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1850111610200702997) 2024-10-26T09:45Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@HeidiSoulsby @DavidPiesing63 @richarddigard @mjconcanno60904 @GuernseyPress @drandy_sloan 1/ The circular argument reasoning is that we are spending more or cutting services. The third way is to pay the same or less and deliver more. Each unit and individual takes responsibility for redesigning processes and delivery" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1850163598548451615) 2024-10-26T13:12Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@HeidiSoulsby @DavidPiesing63 @richarddigard @mjconcanno60904 @GuernseyPress @drandy_sloan 2/ Why do we need [---] more health workers now than [--] years ago What is the cause is it obesity Is it mental health Then look at the cause. The statement that we spend 1k per capita less than Jersey does not lead to the conclusion that Guernsey CS is well run" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1850164538953335069) 2024-10-26T13:16Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "5/ The reduction in income level at which the tapering of personal allowance to [-----] has already been adopted. The closing of the Public Servants pension scheme to new entrants was proposed - is this in budget The Fairer Alternative was proposed to avoid GST in Jan 2023" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1850167685247545363) 2024-10-26T13:28Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "6/ The budget indicates those proposals were never realistic and had GST been adopted in January [----] it would be closer to implementation with no 10% income tax increase. 7/ Cost reductions sub-committee to identify 10m - 16m per annum savings https://gov.gg/publicfinances https://gov.gg/publicfinances" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1850168545218277579) 2024-10-26T13:32Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "8/ Almost [--] years later we are being told a temporary increase is required so politicians can spend another [--] years of the next term looking at long-term tax options with no savings and budget increasing by 40m" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1850169279842328599) 2024-10-26T13:35Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@HeidiSoulsby @DavidPiesing63 @richarddigard @mjconcanno60904 @GuernseyPress @drandy_sloan 2/ Why do we need [---] more health workers now than [--] years ago What is the cause is it obesity Is it mental health Then look at the cause. The statement that we spend 1k per capita less than Jersey does not lead to the conclusion that Guernsey CS is well run" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1850177946691973194) 2024-10-26T14:09Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@HeidiSoulsby @DavidPiesing63 @richarddigard @mjconcanno60904 @GuernseyPress @drandy_sloan 5/ The reduction in income level at which the tapering of personal allowance to [-----] has already been adopted. The closing of the Public Servants pension scheme to new entrants was proposed - is this in budget The Fairer Alternative was proposed to avoid GST in Jan 2023" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1850178585484484993) 2024-10-26T14:12Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@PeterRoffey5 @HeidiSoulsby @DavidPiesing63 @richarddigard @mjconcanno60904 @GuernseyPress @drandy_sloan I mentioned this as it was proposed in the Fairer Alternative document. The real point is P&R is arguing we have to have a 10% income tax rise to allow two more years to consider a solution when we have had at least [--] years of rejecting GST and navel gazing. Meanwhile costs π" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1850191828194140447) 2024-10-26T15:04Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "He missed Guernsey One of the biggest solutions to the UKs economic woes would come in the form of Special Economic Zones. Ideally the UK could create entrepreneurial hubs in parts of the UK that need investment. Imagine if tech companies paid less tax if they were based in South York or One of the biggest solutions to the UKs economic woes would come in the form of Special Economic Zones. Ideally the UK could create entrepreneurial hubs in parts of the UK that need investment. Imagine if tech companies paid less tax if they were based in South York or" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1850443280976171086) 2024-10-27T07:43Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@HeidiSoulsby @Govgg @PeterRoffey5 @chrisblingsy @GollopGuern @letocq @oldfarmhorace @DavidPiesing63 @richarddigard @Richard_D_E @marcwinn @MaryLowe501 @matt_fallaize @Lindsay_Gsy @JohnClacy1 @jojomay1 Can Guernsey shift the conversation to doing more with less Governments dont understand efficiency gains. They only believe that if you spend more you get more and if you spend less you get less. In business this isnt how we think. Its entirely possible to get more by spending less and it should be the goal. They dont https://t.co/l4q2w90atJ Governments dont understand efficiency gains. They" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1850444729193738708) 2024-10-27T07:49Z [---] followers, [----] engagements "@Lindsay_Gsy @healthimprovegg If it takes years more reason to start now and increase the speed. Guernsey cannot afford not and it cannot tas its way to a solution" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1850445917343613302) 2024-10-27T07:54Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@marcwinn @HeidiSoulsby @DavidPiesing63 @richarddigard @mjconcanno60904 @GuernseyPress @drandy_sloan I have experienced even in private business in Guernsey there can be a reluctance to challenge and to avoid having hard conversations. Often later I have found there was a connection or relationship perhaps through family school or other loyalties that prevent it" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1850452010652283014) 2024-10-27T08:18Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@marcwinn @HeidiSoulsby @DavidPiesing63 @richarddigard @mjconcanno60904 @GuernseyPress @drandy_sloan 100% and to do that starts with acknowledgement that it is a thing so there is a space in which to have those conversations" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1850460576700313824) 2024-10-27T08:52Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@JohnClacy1 The key phrase being until we change the systems. Lets start now. Rather than a debate about increased income taxes or GST lets have realistic conversation that the money is not available and change the systems. That may change our tax base not simply to feed the machine" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1850463823116820613) 2024-10-27T09:05Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "Now the tax increase is being positioned as we have not choice without any responsibility being accepted by each Deputy for how we came to this position. Was there any robust debate from P&R on each Committees budget No central savings target suggest not. @alasdair_milroy @JohnClacy1 Sadly the appalling failure of this Assembly to agree a tax package has meant that we cant avoid the tax debate coming up. @alasdair_milroy @JohnClacy1 Sadly the appalling failure of this Assembly to agree a tax package has meant that we cant avoid the tax debate coming up" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1850466532918268201) 2024-10-27T09:16Z [---] followers, [----] engagements "@DavidPiesing63 @JohnClacy1 The whole premise of increasing income tax by 2p is to kick the debate down the road into the next term. When was GST first discussed [----] Revisited in [----]. In [--] years no assembly has tabled a different solution to a known identified problem" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1850490521799520657) 2024-10-27T10:51Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "@GuernseySpeaker @guyplum Even more reason not to hide if you have family who have vested. It is a good example of the issues we have as a community if individuals are not prepared to be open and honest when passing judgement on others. It does not sit well after the assembly has dealt with this" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1850493771596595501) 2024-10-27T11:04Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "@PaulSrodz @matt_fallaize @DavidPiesing63 I am not proposing anything. I am suggesting that there may be smarter ways of delivering those services and noting that Guernsey does not have the funds to continue down the present path. All signs are that demand for health services will increase for next [--] years" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1850577473773138002) 2024-10-27T16:37Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@GuernseySpeaker @legrandcourtil @guyplum You are saying you have been a deputy are quite happy to public but anonymously name deputies you rate as disappointing and can put a name to your pen because your told not to. Were you stronger in your backbone in the assembly" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1850579190958977118) 2024-10-27T16:43Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "@oldfarmhorace @JohnClacy1 What do you consider our way Historically it was nimble entrepreneurs adapting to opportunities tossed up on our shores" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1850611670126600523) 2024-10-27T18:52Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@matt_fallaize @DavidPiesing63 @pvbsc1 The message was now that if the public are to be asked for more money in tax some effort should be made to control spending. That P&R for whole assembly removed the CEO for not achieving savings and then made no attempt to make any is surprising" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1850616616402194747) 2024-10-27T19:12Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "@GuernseySpeaker @legrandcourtil @guyplum You indicated you had been in the assembly - been there got the t-shirt was your tweet" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1850616823303078116) 2024-10-27T19:13Z [---] followers, [----] engagements "@matt_fallaize @oldfarmhorace @JohnClacy1 Was the difference that there was the money to pay and each of these had commercial benefit Credit agencies have identified we have a risk around the reliance on income tax. Putting a temporary for two years is irresponsible government" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1850791205740712308) 2024-10-28T06:46Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "Guernsey is an attractive location for a family office with a skilled labour force robust legal framework and depth of professional services to support including @btmaccounting family office projections: https://t.co/dlUTdQBA9e family office projections: https://t.co/dlUTdQBA9e" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1850803281485816271) 2024-10-28T07:34Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "@pvbsc1 @DavidPiesing63 @matt_fallaize @YvonneBurford Was that a vote grab tactic. Like him or not Elon sacked 80% of X workforce and its created innovation. Keep doing what government has always done you will get same outcome" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1850823358641815788) 2024-10-28T08:54Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@pvbsc1 @DavidPiesing63 @matt_fallaize @YvonneBurford I think he genuinely believed it until faced with reality of committee and assembly. Hence resigning from The Guernsey Party" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1850824143874167202) 2024-10-28T08:57Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@pvbsc1 @DavidPiesing63 @matt_fallaize @YvonneBurford Wasnt it reduced government spending and not increasing taxes" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1850825019900698629) 2024-10-28T09:00Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "Any similar statistics for Guernsey or Jersey @richarddigard @DavidPiesing63 @HeidiSoulsby This budget overwhelmingly favours public sector workers at the expense of the private sector. A budget for skivers is a better description. https://t.co/cv7Tl6sqxp This budget overwhelmingly favours public sector workers at the expense of the private sector. A budget for skivers is a better description. https://t.co/cv7Tl6sqxp" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1850838767273218110) 2024-10-28T09:55Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "@DavidPiesing63 @HeidiSoulsby @richarddigard Interesting looking at tax rates. Given Medicare is 2% and Guernsey SSC is around 11% in total 20p income tax isnt exactly low" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1851260297115259060) 2024-10-29T13:50Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@oldfarmhorace I think many on the sub continent and in Africa as well and indigenous peoples would disagree. Its a very European centric view of the world" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1851265377336017117) 2024-10-29T14:10Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "@oldfarmhorace Helped Would Britain have won without the Americans in WW1 or 2" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1851277082111693006) 2024-10-29T14:57Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@oldfarmhorace Its lucky some accountant have a great deal of integrity" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1851293622186229904) 2024-10-29T16:02Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@oldfarmhorace You have just upset a large proportion of Guernsey society . Boer is simply a farmer just like you H" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1851295116713132104) 2024-10-29T16:08Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@DavidPiesing63 Maybe missing something in Charles article I cant see how you would position say trust or a fund admin business earnings its income in Guernsey as not taxable in Guernsey on a territorial basis" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1851375482136121690) 2024-10-29T21:28Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "@DavidPiesing63 Different than now with the various Certifications [--] - [--]. There is already CRS and FATCA reporting So where would the additional tax be - on domestic companies How do Malta then justify there rebate to companies with foreign shareholders" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1851386511851430128) 2024-10-29T22:11Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@DavidPiesing63 So if the reporting was made seamless then it would be realistic Guernsey digitising the tax administration for companies and individuals . The software is available. Advantages : Seamless administration for taxpayers Fast assessments Quarterly admin streamlined CS payroll π" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1851526894547546363) 2024-10-30T07:29Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@NigelStaples @mjconcanno60904 Is it on what basis are you measuring that @Lindsay_Gsy mentioned the waste solution and export to Sweden was economically and environmentally superior to alternatives" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1851542104893198667) 2024-10-30T08:30Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "@guyplum @mjconcanno60904 @DavidPiesing63 In this instance he is correct. In [--] years since zero ten we have dismissed VAT and robbed middle guernsey with all kinds of indirect taxes and removal of allowances without solving the deficit. The tax base needs to be broader" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1851542782847946862) 2024-10-30T08:32Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "@Lindsay_Gsy @NigelStaples @mjconcanno60904 Can you explain the 30m savings Was this compared to to landfill solution at Chouet As in actual annual operating costs" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1851747705120526663) 2024-10-30T22:07Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "A first review at high level #chog shall I prepare a Guernsey version including amendments UK Autumn Budget [----] - Key Highlights https://t.co/buvqwRUg7L UK Autumn Budget [----] - Key Highlights https://t.co/buvqwRUg7L" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1851998982479958148) 2024-10-31T14:45Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "@pvbsc1 @DavidPiesing63 @Richard_D_E @oldfarmhorace @Digbylj @GuernseyPress You have used that gif before π€£. I am positive about living in Guernsey as the @drandy_sloan noted today zero ten was planned with GST and our financial position has deteriorated as politicians and pretended the structural deficit didnt matter What we must create is growth" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1852113337519137065) 2024-10-31T22:20Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@PeterRoffey5 @Richard_D_E @DavidPiesing63 @pvbsc1 @oldfarmhorace @Digbylj @GuernseyPress If that is case then why are the costs and staffing increasing exponentially. When compared figures the FTE in health were [---] staff increased and costs up nearly 400m since [----]. Another [--] staff last year. The [----] budget has [--] plus hires. How many are health @AlBrouard" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1852226588680544529) 2024-11-01T05:50Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "Listening to @PeterRoffey5 and Lyndon Trotts Hot Seat on @BBCGuernsey. Its not clear Lyndon sees urgency now yet didnt in 2023" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1852673534931120333) 2024-11-02T11:26Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "Is this an area we need states to intervene and encourage those with empty accommodation to make it available or release them Warning to owners of empty houses as craze grows https://t.co/kFWemvkqsn Warning to owners of empty houses as craze grows https://t.co/kFWemvkqsn" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1852688352698368203) 2024-11-02T12:24Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "We could definitely do with that in Guernsey. Maybe a test pilot for larger jurisdictions I feel like with a small team and 2-3 years proven tech founders could automate huge chunks of the government. I would sign up for a tour of duty (in the UK). It would need a lot of political aircover - I have no desire to fight a massive bureaucracy π€·β I feel like with a small team and 2-3 years proven tech founders could automate huge chunks of the government. I would sign up for a tour of duty (in the UK). It would need a lot of political aircover - I have no desire to fight a massive bureaucracy π€·β" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1852688987057459242) 2024-11-02T12:27Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "Exactly the people who we don't need representing us. @DavidPiesing63 @pvbsc1 @PeterRoffey5 Of course it is Davebut if I told you a person in the assembly told me only yesterdaythey think GST is right but would not vote for it so near an electionwould you believe meI was furious and they will walk in next electionno probs. @DavidPiesing63 @pvbsc1 @PeterRoffey5 Of course it is Davebut if I told you a person in the assembly told me only yesterdaythey think GST is right but would not vote for it so near an electionwould you believe meI was furious and they will walk in next electionno probs" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1852717159819989085) 2024-11-02T14:19Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "@PeterRoffey5 @BBCGuernsey In [----] he may have. To have voted against GST in [----] and then represent a [--] per cent increase in income tax as a no other option proposal is disingenuous" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1852718990176792593) 2024-11-02T14:26Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@matt_fallaize @PeterRoffey5 @BBCGuernsey Yes however isnt that directly related to this assembly not voting a long term solution [--] months ago Each deputy knew that the structural deficit was not going away. Lyndon knew this then and also knows that income tax is not the long term solution" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1852720596150374427) 2024-11-02T14:33Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "@guyplum @pvbsc1 @advocategreen1 @BBCGuernsey Interesting to see @GuernseyPolice advising owners of empty properties to secure them. What can be done to get these properties on the market. Given the crisis in housing having properties not available needs to be addressed" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1852726526430621812) 2024-11-02T14:56Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@LostinGuernsey @guyplum @pvbsc1 @advocategreen1 @BBCGuernsey @GuernseyPolice Other countries manage it. There can be penalties or even risk of losing empty properties" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1852736556403970121) 2024-11-02T15:36Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@LostinGuernsey @guyplum @pvbsc1 @advocategreen1 @BBCGuernsey @GuernseyPolice So they own a property the cannot maintain and is falling into disrepair Then sell it so it can be used" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1852796936404762907) 2024-11-02T19:36Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "@MaryLowe501 @DavidPiesing63 @ValeBeryl @pvbsc1 @PeterRoffey5 @GollopGuern Thank you for letting me know it was disappointing. It should be noted those who didnt vote for the package then yet have supported a GST in past and those we know didnt knowing the investment committed by them was unfunded" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1852944487292539299) 2024-11-03T05:22Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "@MaryLowe501 That is incomprehensible declarations of interests are an important part of governance framework. Is it collective culture of not giving interviews @matt_fallaize have the @GuernseyPress and other media outlets not questioned this What sanctions for late submissions" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1852950767574847976) 2024-11-03T05:47Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@Jamie_Blackett Its 1m each individual and passing to children [--] years before death is also an option" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1852977309919199367) 2024-11-03T07:33Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "Is Guernsey so focused on scarcity controlling costs and criticising spending Is this a self fulfilling prophecy What if we had confidence to create focus on investing in based on strengths and identified opportunities" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1853071765171294587) 2024-11-03T13:48Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "I hope so David. We have to invest in infrastructure and increase risk appetite. That means accepting that we will like make some mistakes on the way. They are also rightly very negative about the risks of unilaterally going down the corporate territorial tax route - as Ive been saying. Which leaves the GST+ package as the most appropriate one for the Assembly to finally adopt this week. Lets hope the penny is dropping . They are also rightly very negative about the risks of unilaterally going down the corporate territorial tax route - as Ive been saying. Which leaves the GST+ package as the" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1853340164648518036) 2024-11-04T07:35Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "@80album @pvbsc1 @richarddigard What will impact is accommodation cost of living and what looks better for future career options" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1853513358395277778) 2024-11-04T19:03Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@ViaerFou @DavidPiesing63 @pvbsc1 @PeterRoffey5 @matt_fallaize You are mistaken. After [-----] income you lose allowances - so tax free allowance and others at rate of [--] in every [--] earned. Effectively this results in higher earners losing all allowances at around [------] and paying a flat 20% top 5% of taxpayers pay 25% of tax revenue" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1853672066978840758) 2024-11-05T05:33Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "This is the fairest package now as it was in January [----]. - Those earning under [-----] better of than with income tax option - broader tax base so business and tourists pay [--] million tax - improves credit risk No one has tabled a sensible alternative. @BBCGuernsey The 'GST plus' package (together with the lower income tax rate for those on 30K or less allowances for social security etc) must now have a chance at least of getting through It is relatively progressive compared to 22% on inc tax. @BBCGuernsey The 'GST plus' package (together with the lower income tax rate for those on 30K or" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1853673458141475172) 2024-11-05T05:39Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "@matt_fallaize @ChasMcHugh @guyplum @DavidPiesing63 @advocategreen1 @richarddigard @BBCGuernsey @GuernseyPress Well funded pension scheme that allows its use to pay deposit on house. What Singapore has achieved is impressive. My parents lived in Changhi and on East Coast. The apartments and complex was amazing" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1853674415222899195) 2024-11-05T05:43Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "Sydney is aiming to build [-----] homes by [----] in high density pockets along the new metro line. Does everyone agree or support it Of course not. Guernsey requires [----] units to solve housing crisis. Time to zone key development reverse the blight of ribbon development" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1853676106768879920) 2024-11-05T05:49Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "Interestingly in Sydney high density areas have increased in value as demand is for the amenities and shorter commute times. Would similar occur in Guernsey and free up family home for families https://www.realestate.com.au/news/sydney-metro-line-suburbs-record-huge-growth-in-population-and-home-values/ https://www.realestate.com.au/news/sydney-metro-line-suburbs-record-huge-growth-in-population-and-home-values/" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1853679004668109289) 2024-11-05T06:01Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@matt_fallaize @ChasMcHugh @guyplum @DavidPiesing63 @advocategreen1 @richarddigard @BBCGuernsey @GuernseyPress Here is a different approach which may suit Guernsey Maybe we should ask you Guernsey people what they would see for the future https://youtu.be/v5vZe3R2fL0si=DdRILE1RwwCQTVcn https://youtu.be/v5vZe3R2fL0si=DdRILE1RwwCQTVcn" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1853682625287716937) 2024-11-05T06:15Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@guyplum @ChasMcHugh @matt_fallaize @DavidPiesing63 @advocategreen1 @richarddigard @BBCGuernsey @GuernseyPress Brexit was a disaster not helped by shift in global politics and the pandemic impact. We dont need or want to replicate Singapore. We can look at what would work here" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1853718241421447358) 2024-11-05T08:37Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "reading the venom and outrage on another site earlier telling States to stop wasting money etc Are people angry at or is it a symptom of the deterioration in their own living standard as a result of hidden charges and rising house costs Thoughts Guernsey people" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1853719359782375619) 2024-11-05T08:41Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@LostinGuernsey @pvbsc1 @ViaerFou @DavidPiesing63 @PeterRoffey5 @matt_fallaize Whats your point" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1853719471594082546) 2024-11-05T08:42Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@LostinGuernsey Good point. Do you think he recognises his own role in this" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1853719786988908729) 2024-11-05T08:43Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@richarddigard @YvonneBurford @DavidPiesing63 @pvbsc1 The reason Aurigny was bought remains valid ( to protect slots at Gatwick) How would investment on investment in rail tunnel to expanded Jersey Airport and modern deep water port in Guernsey" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1853722740542337309) 2024-11-05T08:55Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "@NigelStaples @matt_fallaize @ChasMcHugh @guyplum @DavidPiesing63 @advocategreen1 @richarddigard @BBCGuernsey @GuernseyPress Yet we need more houses that are affordable just not if its going to impact my part of the island. Singapore is what 4m people. We require [----] to [----] units now to equalise supply and demand. It is sensible to look at other external solutions and cherry pick" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1853724927339508210) 2024-11-05T09:03Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@NigelStaples @matt_fallaize @ChasMcHugh @guyplum @DavidPiesing63 @advocategreen1 @richarddigard @BBCGuernsey @GuernseyPress Its much more comfortable to grumble into your crab pot eh @NigelStaples. Whilst the young families leave because they cant afford to stay. Maybe the newcomers do give a flying f and want to contribute to the community" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1853745309429408004) 2024-11-05T10:24Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "Deputy Parkinson is correct that there are advantages for non residents to buy Guernsey businesses which can extinguish the tax liabilities in the company. a non Guernsey acquirer can pay more by 20% because the tax liability are extinguished where they remain for residents" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1853796343082262969) 2024-11-05T13:47Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "@DavidPiesing63 @guyplum @dep_parkinson Thats my thought though his amendment was not to introduce it but investigate it so needed to be added to another option" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1853804465976926326) 2024-11-05T14:20Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "Listening to debate and cant help think most dont understand technology and process savings. my IT support are shocked that a regulator is relying on submitting data on a proprietary software like excel local accountants group I am in references RS saying IT is a success/2" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1853835195578765613) 2024-11-05T16:22Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "You do need to invest one off to reduce recurring expenditure" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1853837412213862710) 2024-11-05T16:30Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@Lindsay_Gsy This on using Microsoft Software to upload data to GFSC Portal. Excel and the file format are owned by Microsoft; nuances (like your experience) and specific features within these formats can create compatibility issues with other software requiring purchasing the software /3" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1853838757046218857) 2024-11-05T16:36Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "There are [---] more Health staff than [--] years ago. Can someone ask why" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1853852571733299608) 2024-11-05T17:31Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "@oldfarmhorace A lot of the commentary and arguments were of cuts when it was a freeze at existing levels. Is that what happens when [----] voters are being told their pay is frozen as the election looms. Be interesting if Trump wins to see how the public service is slimmed down" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1854068250449244262) 2024-11-06T07:48Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@richarddigard @advocategreen1 @NigelStaples @MaryLowe501 @matt_fallaize @DavidPiesing63 in [----] the Zero [--] decision was known to have created a deficit. Is the need for additional tax now recognising this structural deficit" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1854484892349759693) 2024-11-07T11:23Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "@oldfarmhorace @twitter Mines definitely gone quiet. Also less on Israel Gaza" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1854516442705658288) 2024-11-07T13:29Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@oldfarmhorace @twitter How does this make sense Trump Putin Putin Iran support and by extension its proxies Trump supporters for Israel" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1854522110795710772) 2024-11-07T13:51Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@oldfarmhorace There is an irony that jobs in risk and compliance and the private unregulated businesses providing these services are the fastest growing sector. How many people do you know who were employed in Business Development now are in risk and compliance roles" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1854781157168046227) 2024-11-08T07:01Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "@mjconcanno60904 You mean what they think is populist. Populist would be cutting spending and not raising taxes" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1854789977487376537) 2024-11-08T07:36Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@drandy_sloan @richarddigard A key point is Jersey have on 15% of workforce in public sector vs over 20% in nancial services. In Guernsey its more like 20%. We spend less than Jersey per capita on public services have a shrinking private sector and want to tax it more. Its not a sustainable model" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1854795089387692219) 2024-11-08T07:56Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@DavidPiesing63 @drandy_sloan @richarddigard What has been done in I understood this arose from deemed distribution rules being ruled as unfair by OECD I find it incredible that SSC is charged in dividends to employees owning shares when they are paid a market rate salary" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1854798216262299886) 2024-11-08T08:08Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@richarddigard @advocategreen1 @NigelStaples @MaryLowe501 @matt_fallaize @DavidPiesing63 Someone would though π. I only heard of MAHA yesterday. Going to be interesting to watch it unfold in . What do you think as a way of bringing control on HSC costs" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1854801268914479397) 2024-11-08T08:20Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@gsyblue @oldfarmhorace Growth was external pressure via Moneyval IMF and also shift in CRS FATCA and before SoX Its a long way from being digitised and thats is future to reduce costs and improve risk and compliance monitoring. Not cost effective or foolproof without data and cultural change" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1854808221715669136) 2024-11-08T08:48Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@oldfarmhorace @gsyblue Its a few years ago I saw a report showing margins were falling and compliance costs were growing. The technology to work from anywhere automate and connect different software has changed the landscape and is an opportunity for Guernsey" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1854816381847412975) 2024-11-08T09:21Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@oldfarmhorace @gsyblue AI is both a threat and an opportunity. We can choose which it will be here" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1854817244217258138) 2024-11-08T09:24Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@oldfarmhorace @gsyblue An analogy is the impact of EV on fuel duty. Early adopters who tend to be more affluent have bought EV. Fuel tax is now hitting the poorest hardest instead of the original user pays logic. Income tax is similar. Increasing it is likely to push private sector roles away /2" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1854821806126797117) 2024-11-08T09:42Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@oldfarmhorace @gsyblue From Guernsey and proportionately more roles in CS" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1854822486447132893) 2024-11-08T09:45Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@dep_parkinson @HeidiSoulsby @chrisblingsy @GollopGuern @Lindsay_Gsy @Govgg Working towards a company tax in step with Jersey and is sensible. I would expect them to be more collaborative if we were in step in GST If we look at growth rates Jersey with GST have a stronger economy than Guernsey. In part at least from investment due to GST" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1854831510307676658) 2024-11-08T10:21Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "What was said to GIBA to change the public statement made from supporting GST to supporting 1a I havent seen there revised statement" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1854838140491518277) 2024-11-08T10:47Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@oldfarmhorace Jersey have invested in housing business development and growth is at around 6% . They have better airlines and I think yesterday announced major investment in their port area. They may have more spending they are seeing growth have transport links that are attractive" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1854843961614967158) 2024-11-08T11:10Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@oldfarmhorace It is very telling when you speak to Guernsey business people who have moved to Jersey who ruefully admit that Jersey is a much better place to do business. We have a challenge yet must step up to reverse this" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1854844477782786385) 2024-11-08T11:12Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@ShaneLanglois @oldfarmhorace If you have not read it have a review of the S&P credit risk report. With demographics we cannot rely on income tax alone and what you suggest would see jobs move to Jersey and elsewhere. [-----] is not even a high salary anymore with mortgage and rental costs" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1854867747848487225) 2024-11-08T12:45Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "Incredulous that Lyndon is using UK taxpayers comparisons to justify these rises. I cam from London in [----] and at time my tax fell and my mortgage went up. Net of both there was little difference. The changes in costs since [----] middle Guernsey is much worse off" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1854869911866163347) 2024-11-08T12:53Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "@ShaneLanglois @oldfarmhorace Why not start with ensuring money from companies is taxed before loan repayments Tax liabilities deferred in companies are crystallised and taxed if ownership becomes no guernsey Inccrease the tax cap" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1854900529001906415) 2024-11-08T14:55Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@jameswpen @NigelStaples @DavidPiesing63 @richarddigard @advocategreen1 @MaryLowe501 @matt_fallaize As Deputy Helyar said they can use reserves. Come next election to. Thats a good question to ask when those who rejected it [--] months ago" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1854928057015931180) 2024-11-08T16:44Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "I wonder how many Guernsey politicians who talk about [-----] salary combined for a family is substantial live on anything like that. Lyndon referring to GIBA but the announcement supporting income tax isnt on their website. I am a professional tax advisor it is detrimental" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1854947437292470328) 2024-11-08T18:01Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "@RossLeBrun @NigelStaples @GollopGuern @advocategreen1 @DavidPiesing63 @richarddigard @MaryLowe501 @matt_fallaize Have you got the stats then" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1854953619839402030) 2024-11-08T18:26Z [---] followers, [--] engagements "@RossLeBrun @NigelStaples @GollopGuern @advocategreen1 @DavidPiesing63 @richarddigard @MaryLowe501 @matt_fallaize On contrary the poorer cannot afford the upgrade hence there are more combustion engine cars. Glad to know you have the statistics π" [X Link](https://x.com/alasdair_milroy/status/1854965571538108910) 2024-11-08T19:13Z [---] followers, [--] engagements Limited data mode. Full metrics available with subscription: lunarcrush.com/pricing
@alasdair_milroy Alasdair MilroyAlasdair Milroy posts on X about guernsey, jersey, finance, investment the most. They currently have [---------] followers and [---] posts still getting attention that total [----------] engagements in the last [--] hours.
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Top accounts mentioned or mentioned by @oldfarmhorace @davidpiesing63 @richarddigard @mattfallaize @pvbsc1 @advocategreen1 @marylowe501 @peterroffey5 @guyplummer34449 @guernseypress @heidisoulsby @drandysloan @govgg @marcwinn @guyplum @johnfernandez1 @three141592653 @nigelstaples @andrewj31680521 @jojomay1
Top posts by engagements in the last [--] hours
"@pvbsc1 @jojomay1 Was riding my road bike tonight and a stationwagon (estate) pulled out across the stop sign by Sausmarez Park Saw me and stopped to let me go with half car protruding over the line. People in steel coffins really have no idea they are potentially lethal"
X Link 2023-07-11T20:25Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@RossLeBrun @pvbsc1 @jojomay1 @pipbarr @Chris_Gnapp Are you fearmongering"
X Link 2023-08-17T10:02Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@matt_fallaize @DavidPiesing63 @oldfarmhorace @PeterRoffey5 @pvbsc1 @OllieGoddardGsy @LeRoiHaptalon @richarddigard @RossLeBrun @HeidiSoulsby They have not increased income tax and have choices that we dont currently have"
X Link 2023-08-27T19:53Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@MattFallaize @DavidPiesing63 @pvbsc1 @PeterRoffey5 @oldfarmhorace The figures in discussion yesterday were from Finance Gross Value Added fell from [----] to [----] by 6% Public spending increased 2% per annum and expected to continue GDP Growth 0.5%"
X Link 2023-08-28T10:37Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"The projection of deficit based on current trends would be 200m. This ignores financing transfer and investments returns and revaluation of assets. Unless cuts in spending particularly pension and Healthcare taxes will have to increase. Personal tax is currently 36% revenue"
X Link 2023-08-28T11:06Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@DavidPiesing63 @pvbsc1 @oldfarmhorace @MattFallaize @PeterRoffey5 @jojomay1 A lot bigger island with a lot more land. Some similar themes around cost of home ownership and tax reform to fund growth in public services costs"
X Link 2023-08-31T04:30Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"@DavidPiesing63 @pvbsc1 @oldfarmhorace @MattFallaize @PeterRoffey5 @jojomay1 Absolutely was not suggesting that here. Remember Australia already has a CGT. Property investments can be geared with debt and interest deducted from rental income. This has made it an attractive investment and pushed prices up. Other point is corporate Australia profits/tax"
X Link 2023-08-31T07:03Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"If Guernsey has underinvested in capital projects and or used its Capital budget then is there a Capital reserve"
X Link 2023-09-04T07:26Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@PeterRoffey5 Yes and we should be much bolder with resolving housing needs (smaller and higher density) and the eastern seaboard development as an economic enabler for the island"
X Link 2023-09-11T18:45Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@leadoeslinkedin Done - more incredible recorded on phone and edited on mobile for Instagram and posted on LinkedIn via #Starlink in the tyrennian sea π€©"
X Link 2023-09-14T21:02Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@MaryLowe501 Its a shame that like person would be better of than if alternative increases in income tax continue as they have over the past [--] years"
X Link 2023-10-07T06:22Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@oldfarmhorace Lets start with the shortages of staff in Guernsey resulting in restaurants not opening"
X Link 2023-10-09T07:51Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@oldfarmhorace here is the FT video on Brexit"
X Link 2023-10-09T08:53Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@oldfarmhorace mainstream economist estimates are below trend growth of 4% to UK economy"
X Link 2023-10-09T08:56Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@oldfarmhorace From a well known Guernsey resident"
X Link 2023-10-09T08:57Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@pvbsc1 @oldfarmhorace As an example There is no carve out for a prescribed Accounting business to do non accounting & bookkeeping. So business create a separate company for non prescribed business. However I would not change the journey"
X Link 2023-10-09T09:23Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@pvbsc1 @oldfarmhorace That mean another company tax return accounts annual validation bank account etc"
X Link 2023-10-09T10:16Z [--] followers, [---] engagements
"@CoFoundersNik @gmail @Xero @GoProposal @usepixie @HubSpot"
X Link 2023-10-14T13:25Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@matt_fallaize @oldfarmhorace @PeterRoffey5 @gavinstpier @HeidiSoulsby What is the company tax element"
X Link 2023-10-21T08:56Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"@GY1Matt @DavidPiesing63 @oldfarmhorace @matt_fallaize @PeterRoffey5 @gavinstpier @HeidiSoulsby The world is shifting to higher value sustainable tourism. Guernsey is a great destination for outdoor activities sports tourism and short. Teaks"
X Link 2023-10-21T19:34Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@dep_parkinson @matt_fallaize @DavidPiesing63 @oldfarmhorace @PeterRoffey5 @gavinstpier @HeidiSoulsby GST would do that. I actually think we will end up with a blend of CT GST and income taxes. Agree Charles What has been approved is taxing the same people more"
X Link 2023-10-21T20:20Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"Special thank you to our [--] new followers from Guernsey and more last week"
X Link 2023-10-23T03:52Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@oldfarmhorace @notquitelocal @richarddigard @DavidPiesing63 @pvbsc1 @ImproSarah @PeterRoffey5 @ShaneLanglois @helenwalton_gg Have you been reading The Handmaids Tale We need to be encouraging creativity and small business not working in the mines"
X Link 2023-10-23T11:42Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"@oldfarmhorace @DavidPiesing63 @pvbsc1 @richarddigard @notquitelocal @ImproSarah @PeterRoffey5 @ShaneLanglois @helenwalton_gg That description doesnt not reflect accurately todays Guernsey values"
X Link 2023-10-24T16:29Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"@CricketAus @cricketworldcup Guernsey"
X Link 2023-11-19T08:17Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@oldfarmhorace I think free speech is allowed H"
X Link 2023-11-19T13:13Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"Boy dont they just love cricket Listen to the noise in Ahmedabad"
X Link 2023-11-19T13:30Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@matt_fallaize @DavidPiesing63 Its unfortunate and largely comes from misinformation and understanding. I would prefer to have a broad based consumption tax with higher tax free allowances and potential to reduce other taxes. Thats been the experience in other jurisdictions - Singapore Australia UAE"
X Link 2024-10-11T09:59Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"Interesting visit to Guernsey by M/Y Kismet - Refuelled in Guernsey - Port Agents in Guernsey - Port ops in next stop in Tilbury operated by Guernsey business - crew are employed in Guernsey flagged in Marshall Islands Is Guernsey missed opp as not @RedEnsignGroup Cat 1"
X Link 2024-10-11T10:19Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@gsyblue @jojomay1 If they are exempt they cannot claim anything back. Fin Services are already paying Corporation Tax at 10% and as their end clients are not always in Guernsey they likely wouldnt pay GST. This would need to be competitive with Jersey and IOM"
X Link 2024-10-11T12:34Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"@matt_fallaize @DavidPiesing63 What is it that makes it such a hard sell in your view. More countries have a broad based consumption tax than income tax and its arguably simpler to administer"
X Link 2024-10-11T12:51Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"@matt_fallaize @guyplum @DavidPiesing63 What are those realities - geo politics and demographics"
X Link 2024-10-11T15:04Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@PaulSrodz @oldfarmhorace No Social Security Contribution is supposedly to cover your pension. Many work places provide medical cover however often people dont use it. This needs to change. Of countess likely that will increase cost to consumers"
X Link 2024-10-12T16:24Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@DanielPriestley @RachelReevesMP Where are you moving @DanielPriestley I can recommend Guernsey with a great lifestyle beaches coves and cliffs and No GST (yet) No CGT No IHT and 20% income tax You can book a call at I am working on scoreapp http://www.btmgroupci.com/schedule http://www.btmgroupci.com/schedule"
X Link 2024-10-12T16:27Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"@jojomay1 @DavidPiesing63 @matt_fallaize It very quiet isnt it No Meerveld rallying the masses to protest. I was looking through the No GST groups earlier and had forgotten how hard he pushed for his wind farm which had investment and was going to solve our future prosperity. Is that still on the table"
X Link 2024-10-12T17:38Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"@legrandcourtil It wont happen though π€¦β Likewise the fact that Capital Gains are taxable in a pension is inequitable and discourages saving. Needs to be corrected"
X Link 2024-10-12T17:42Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"@marcwinn @oldfarmhorace @JayneOzanne @GuernseyPress Well said @marcwinn I loved the kind words about Alex Salmond and in particular the note that he was liked by many on all sides of politics. Social media thrives on polarisation like most relationships"
X Link 2024-10-14T08:32Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"ideas to transform Guernsey CS Healthcare: Telemedicine EHRs AI improve care reduce costs. Education: Personalized learning online resources VR/AR. E-gov & data: Streamline serv optimize resource alloc Upskill workforce: digital future attract remote workers"
X Link 2024-10-14T09:25Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"π§΅Guernsey is a small jurisdiction in the Channel Islands with a population of [-----]. Productivity has stagnated since [----] and with the Zero Ten Tax policy there has been a structural deficit in the funding of public services"
X Link 2024-10-14T09:37Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"Looking at smaller jurisdictions how can Guernsey best stabilise Government finances and look at using digitilisation and technology to transform it education and healthcare services to reduce costs and ensure it makes the most of its human capital"
X Link 2024-10-14T09:39Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@JohnFernandez1 Theres so much misunderstanding about a progressive package. Around 60% of islanders are better off due to the progressive measures. I broaden the tax base which is a recognised challenge identified by credit rating agencies"
X Link 2024-10-15T07:21Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@gavinstpier There is an evidence that what we are doing now isnt working and hasnt worked for a number of assemblies. The constant increasing of taxes indirect and direct over the past few assemblies has been reprehensible"
X Link 2024-10-15T07:28Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"@jameswpen @JohnFernandez1 I can only surmise that as he isnt standing its a hospital pass to the next assembly. It rather highlights the populist politics that exists in doing what will not attract criticism rather than what is right. The big absence in the budget is any plan to make savings"
X Link 2024-10-15T07:36Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"Equally in Guernsey This is shocking reading. This is shocking reading"
X Link 2024-10-15T16:35Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@KelvinWhel35947 @matt_fallaize @PeterRoffey5 Are we in a recession Technically we arent as recession is [--] quarters of negative growth The communication needs to be improved as it is not getting through"
X Link 2024-10-16T07:00Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"I am going to create a mens group in Guernsey. Creating a community of men who want to step up in their lives both in fitness career and their intimate relationships. Who is interested Is there a demand"
X Link 2024-10-17T07:26Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"@pvbsc1 Ok earlier this year I was talking about this and the point made was if a family wanted to invest in a second home it didnt make sense with no interest relief against the rent. But for an overseas cash investor it did. making it more attractive to a foreign cash investor"
X Link 2024-10-17T09:20Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@jojomay1 The problem solve or listen"
X Link 2024-10-17T09:21Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@gsyblue @jojomay1 @GuernseyPress I agree which says more about the asset prices being inflated which is a supply issue"
X Link 2024-10-17T09:47Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@pvbsc1 @jojomay1 @GuernseyPress Just checking my understanding here. This is because interest on the debt is not deductible against the rental income"
X Link 2024-10-17T10:12Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@gsyblue @jojomay1 @GuernseyPress You sure your costs are correct"
X Link 2024-10-17T10:14Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@Govgg @matt_fallaize @oldfarmhorace @marcwinn @MaryLowe501 @HeidiSoulsby @DavidPiesing63 Can we break to bottle on the logic in Guernsey Spend less and get more sounds a great paradigm shift Governments dont understand efficiency gains. They only believe that if you spend more you get more and if you spend less you get less. In business this isnt how we think. Its entirely possible to get more by spending less and it should be the goal. They dont https://t.co/l4q2w90atJ Governments dont understand efficiency gains. They only believe that if you spend more you get more and if you spend less"
X Link 2024-10-18T06:50Z [---] followers, [----] engagements
"Guernsey needs a tax system that encourages wealth creation and business growth"
X Link 2024-10-18T16:57Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@Lindsay_Gsy @marcwinn @matt_fallaize @Govgg @oldfarmhorace @MaryLowe501 @HeidiSoulsby @DavidPiesing63 Did it though Shipping our waste to Sweden doesnt seem particularly green given the hundreds or thousands of miles of transportation involved. Isnt just transferring the problem elsewhere Now we are stock piling I dont have the time to fully read up. Its been"
X Link 2024-10-19T03:50Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@HeidiSoulsby @PeterRoffey5 @dep_parkinson @Lindsay_Gsy Spain France Australia to name a few all have this as a prerequisite As a government proposing more tax first demonstrate you are showing discipline in financial management. That adds a lot to employment cost if extended families cost. It may not always be low"
X Link 2024-10-19T06:39Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"@JohnClacy1 You would expect that health insurance should be in place with evidence they have sufficient capital cover their costs. Yes and GST would help in their contribution"
X Link 2024-10-19T07:02Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"@oldfarmhorace @PeterRoffey5 @advocategreen1 @matt_fallaize @marcwinn @Govgg @MaryLowe501 @HeidiSoulsby @DavidPiesing63 Why did Guernsey families build a granny wing historically"
X Link 2024-10-19T09:35Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@oldfarmhorace @guernseyliz14 @PeterRoffey5 @pvbsc1 @advocategreen1 @matt_fallaize @marcwinn @Govgg @MaryLowe501 @HeidiSoulsby @DavidPiesing63 We need to celebrate our differences. Hell on earth sounds like the temporary [----] hits you have talked about building. That sounds ok when you have your own guernsey farmhouse. Facts are we benefit from community we need a lot more house and land is limited"
X Link 2024-10-20T05:47Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@PaulSrodz @oldfarmhorace @guernseyliz14 @PeterRoffey5 @pvbsc1 @advocategreen1 @matt_fallaize @marcwinn @Govgg @MaryLowe501 @HeidiSoulsby @DavidPiesing63 Because people in their farmhouse like it that way π Seriously thats where we need to look. Not being from Britain I really notice the reliance on really cheap labour"
X Link 2024-10-20T06:28Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@PaulSrodz @oldfarmhorace @guernseyliz14 @PeterRoffey5 @pvbsc1 @advocategreen1 @matt_fallaize @marcwinn @Govgg @MaryLowe501 @HeidiSoulsby @DavidPiesing63 we want to encourage wealth creation Increase supply access to finance and higher retirement savings allowing access to pensions for deposits ( see Singapore CPF) Mortgage options which are flexible and allow offset of savings. High density zones which include facilities"
X Link 2024-10-20T06:44Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"Guernsey Boost Supply Without Over-Reliance on Social Housing π‘ social housing isn't only answer. some ideas to increase supply: Simplify planning rules. tax breaks to developers low cost methods eg pre-fab. co-living & shared o/ship long-term strategy"
X Link 2024-10-20T06:59Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"@guernseyliz14 @PeterRoffey5 @oldfarmhorace @pvbsc1 @advocategreen1 @matt_fallaize @marcwinn @Govgg @MaryLowe501 @HeidiSoulsby @DavidPiesing63 Which is completely understandable yet doesnt move us towards solving the crisis for those leaving or sofa surfing does it"
X Link 2024-10-20T07:05Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"Encourage Downsizing: Offer incentives for older homeowners to downsize from larger properties. This frees up family homes for younger generations while providing seniors with more manageable and suitable living spaces"
X Link 2024-10-20T07:17Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"Consider tax breaks assistance with moving costs or preferential access to smaller purpose-built housing"
X Link 2024-10-20T07:18Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"Netherlands: "Village care" models where seniors live independently in their own homes but have access to on-site care and support services. Singapore: Integrated developments with housing healthcare and community facilities in close proximity"
X Link 2024-10-20T07:21Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@guernseyliz14 @oldfarmhorace @PeterRoffey5 @pvbsc1 @advocategreen1 @matt_fallaize @marcwinn @Govgg @MaryLowe501 @HeidiSoulsby @DavidPiesing63 Thats not offering a solution or any solace to those couch surfing or packing up. Is anyone saying you cannot do that Have a look at what millennials and Gen Z value. The future needs to be considered in our planning"
X Link 2024-10-20T07:40Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"Community: They often prioritize a sense of community and social connection seeking out neighborhoods with shared amenities and opportunities for interaction"
X Link 2024-10-20T07:41Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"Outdoor Space: Having access to private or shared outdoor space such as balconies gardens or rooftop terraces is a common desire"
X Link 2024-10-20T07:41Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"Meeting the Demand: To cater to these preferences developers and policymakers in Guernsey could consider: Micro-apartments and compact living solutions: Maximize space and affordability in desirable locations"
X Link 2024-10-20T07:44Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@DavidPiesing63 I have posted some ideas using Gemini AI on what millennials and Gen Z want for housing. Its interesting and poses the question of whether boomer and Gen x politicians are trying to solve from their own lens. Focus on what millennials and z solutions are. Its achievable"
X Link 2024-10-20T07:51Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@guernseyliz14 @oldfarmhorace @PeterRoffey5 @pvbsc1 @advocategreen1 @matt_fallaize @marcwinn @Govgg @MaryLowe501 @HeidiSoulsby @DavidPiesing63 I have posted separate threads on what millennials and Gen Z value. Its interesting and would change Guernsey but its more sustainable and create vibrancy"
X Link 2024-10-20T07:53Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@DavidPiesing63 Also around the airport as an example the estate near farmhouse Cobo back to Les Genats Estate and many of the Clos North to Port Soif. I never hear compulsory buy backs mentioned perhaps not the Guernsey way Its common elsewhere in the world We do need to move"
X Link 2024-10-20T08:05Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"@oldfarmhorace @guernseyliz14 @PeterRoffey5 @pvbsc1 @advocategreen1 @matt_fallaize @marcwinn @Govgg @MaryLowe501 @HeidiSoulsby @DavidPiesing63 Precisely They should give a damn given the economic impact of the OM. Totally disagree with you. This housing crisis is a result of [--] years of not building enough accommodation. Its not the shift to PML"
X Link 2024-10-20T10:32Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"I have just seen the news that Sir Chris Hoy has announced his cancer is terminal. We have so little time. #memore mento"
X Link 2024-10-20T11:06Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"@matt_fallaize @DavidPiesing63 @oldfarmhorace @guernseyliz14 @PeterRoffey5 @pvbsc1 @advocategreen1 @marcwinn @Govgg @MaryLowe501 @HeidiSoulsby Believe me I know"
X Link 2024-10-20T11:17Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@DavidPiesing63 @matt_fallaize @oldfarmhorace @guernseyliz14 @PeterRoffey5 @pvbsc1 @advocategreen1 @marcwinn @Govgg @MaryLowe501 @HeidiSoulsby Did you see the article in GP about Tony Mancini retiring. The point he made about less locally owned business and less alignment between business and the island was significant"
X Link 2024-10-20T11:20Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@matt_fallaize @oldfarmhorace @guernseyliz14 @PeterRoffey5 @pvbsc1 @advocategreen1 @marcwinn @Govgg @MaryLowe501 @HeidiSoulsby @DavidPiesing63 Ok if a Guernsey business with pre [----] profits is sold to Guernsey residents the pre [----] tax liabilities remain If same business is sold to off island investors that liability is extinguished. Result an off island investor can pay more knowing the liabilities cleared"
X Link 2024-10-20T11:23Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@matt_fallaize @DavidPiesing63 @oldfarmhorace @guernseyliz14 @PeterRoffey5 @pvbsc1 @advocategreen1 @marcwinn @Govgg @MaryLowe501 @HeidiSoulsby Which is in real term an increase in taxes paid"
X Link 2024-10-20T11:26Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@matt_fallaize @oldfarmhorace @guernseyliz14 @PeterRoffey5 @pvbsc1 @advocategreen1 @marcwinn @Govgg @MaryLowe501 @HeidiSoulsby @DavidPiesing63 Any ideas on this"
X Link 2024-10-20T11:50Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@DavidPiesing63 @matt_fallaize @oldfarmhorace @guernseyliz14 @PeterRoffey5 @pvbsc1 @advocategreen1 @marcwinn @Govgg @MaryLowe501 @HeidiSoulsby Yes it does and gives foreign investors an advantage with little consideration to the long term interests to having Guernsey based businesses"
X Link 2024-10-20T12:04Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@matt_fallaize @DavidPiesing63 @oldfarmhorace @guernseyliz14 @PeterRoffey5 @pvbsc1 @advocategreen1 @marcwinn @Govgg @MaryLowe501 @HeidiSoulsby Those living on capital rather than income for sure. There will all be spending of cash earnings"
X Link 2024-10-20T12:31Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@DavidPiesing63 @matt_fallaize @oldfarmhorace @guernseyliz14 @PeterRoffey5 @pvbsc1 @advocategreen1 @marcwinn @Govgg @MaryLowe501 @HeidiSoulsby Yep and every on wants to be on the coast. Sydney new metro is incredible and the move to high density living zones is really noticeable. City has been pedestrianised Melbourne CBD revitalised since the 90s by encouraging city apartments and regeneration of docklands"
X Link 2024-10-20T12:42Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@DavidPiesing63 @matt_fallaize @oldfarmhorace @guernseyliz14 @PeterRoffey5 @pvbsc1 @advocategreen1 @marcwinn @Govgg @MaryLowe501 @HeidiSoulsby But both Melbourne and Sydney have doubled in population over past three decades. Yet both feel cool leafy and offer amazing lifestyles. Guernsey confidence to get som kahunas and create an amazing community is an opportunity waiting to be taken"
X Link 2024-10-20T12:44Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@ShaneLanglois @DavidPiesing63 @oldfarmhorace @guernseyliz14 @PeterRoffey5 @pvbsc1 @advocategreen1 @matt_fallaize @marcwinn @Govgg @MaryLowe501 @HeidiSoulsby Without community and States support I cant see an upside for developer to even commit to build the required numbers"
X Link 2024-10-20T14:11Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"Special thank you to our [--] new followers from Guernsey and more last week. http://fedica.com/alasdair_milroy http://fedica.com/alasdair_milroy"
X Link 2024-10-21T06:04Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@oldfarmhorace Did you use MidJourney Happy Birthday H"
X Link 2024-10-21T07:01Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@pvbsc1 What was message"
X Link 2024-10-21T09:20Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"@pvbsc1 Mark Helyar for one. That was one of the reasons the Guernsey Party disintegrated. Some couldnt turn about on their no taxes policy to support GST"
X Link 2024-10-21T10:36Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"@legrandcourtil @PeterRoffey5 @oldfarmhorace @pvbsc1 A declining population is a serious event in a small community"
X Link 2024-10-24T12:58Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"@matt_fallaize @letocq @oldfarmhorace @pvbsc1 I am not sure you can compare an outer suburb of Rockhampton (which is at edge of tropics - think saltwater π and box jellies) [--] hours drive to Brisvegas with Guernsey. Its a bit like comparing prices in the country side in France"
X Link 2024-10-24T14:41Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@matt_fallaize @oldfarmhorace Not sure on the assumption. Certainly in Melbourne Sydney and London apartments are popular and not only for the less well off (as you indicate). With the number of units needed going high density makes sense and having mixed use with well planned facilities"
X Link 2024-10-24T20:47Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@richarddigard @DavidPiesing63 @mjconcanno60904 @GuernseyPress 2/2 could save millions more on the HSC budget. I support broadening our tax base away from income tax as the demographics make sense. It has to be along side a plan to control the size of the public service and shift away from the binary argument of simply cutting services"
X Link 2024-10-25T07:02Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"@richarddigard @DavidPiesing63 @mjconcanno60904 @GuernseyPress @drandy_sloan That was clear. In fact it stated it specifically that there was no saving target"
X Link 2024-10-25T07:56Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@DavidPiesing63 @richarddigard @mjconcanno60904 @GuernseyPress @drandy_sloan Taking it from talk to action is the challenge. Its going to be bumpy and some will want to see it fail. The P&R message now is well we cant do GST in time so income tax rise has to happen to balance [----] books. Yet again no responsibility taken for arriving at this point"
X Link 2024-10-25T08:00Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@HeidiSoulsby @DavidPiesing63 @richarddigard @mjconcanno60904 @GuernseyPress @drandy_sloan If it is included as a digital transformation with savings attached then those savings should be identified. The budget report states clearly no savings target π― When the tax option were rejected it must have been clear that there was a gaping hole"
X Link 2024-10-25T18:32Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"@HeidiSoulsby @DavidPiesing63 @richarddigard @mjconcanno60904 @GuernseyPress @drandy_sloan to table a budget with a 10% income tax increase when a large proportion of the island arent making their living costs meet and argue there is no other way is irresponsible. Go back to each committee has to find savings. You cant believe org of 5k FTE there are no savings"
X Link 2024-10-25T18:38Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"What other ways could the States explore to raise the shortfall in next two years We have an island with many incredibly intelligent and wealthy individuals who i am guessing would pitch in with ideas more creative than a 10% income tax or GST"
X Link 2024-10-25T19:00Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"Want to know what Guernsey offers in lifestyle and hot it differs from the UK A short video pre Saturday morning dog walk"
X Link 2024-10-26T08:50Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"How* Anyone take a guess what hedge veg is Does it have its own tax rate"
X Link 2024-10-26T09:45Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@HeidiSoulsby @DavidPiesing63 @richarddigard @mjconcanno60904 @GuernseyPress @drandy_sloan 1/ The circular argument reasoning is that we are spending more or cutting services. The third way is to pay the same or less and deliver more. Each unit and individual takes responsibility for redesigning processes and delivery"
X Link 2024-10-26T13:12Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@HeidiSoulsby @DavidPiesing63 @richarddigard @mjconcanno60904 @GuernseyPress @drandy_sloan 2/ Why do we need [---] more health workers now than [--] years ago What is the cause is it obesity Is it mental health Then look at the cause. The statement that we spend 1k per capita less than Jersey does not lead to the conclusion that Guernsey CS is well run"
X Link 2024-10-26T13:16Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"5/ The reduction in income level at which the tapering of personal allowance to [-----] has already been adopted. The closing of the Public Servants pension scheme to new entrants was proposed - is this in budget The Fairer Alternative was proposed to avoid GST in Jan 2023"
X Link 2024-10-26T13:28Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"6/ The budget indicates those proposals were never realistic and had GST been adopted in January [----] it would be closer to implementation with no 10% income tax increase. 7/ Cost reductions sub-committee to identify 10m - 16m per annum savings https://gov.gg/publicfinances https://gov.gg/publicfinances"
X Link 2024-10-26T13:32Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"8/ Almost [--] years later we are being told a temporary increase is required so politicians can spend another [--] years of the next term looking at long-term tax options with no savings and budget increasing by 40m"
X Link 2024-10-26T13:35Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@HeidiSoulsby @DavidPiesing63 @richarddigard @mjconcanno60904 @GuernseyPress @drandy_sloan 2/ Why do we need [---] more health workers now than [--] years ago What is the cause is it obesity Is it mental health Then look at the cause. The statement that we spend 1k per capita less than Jersey does not lead to the conclusion that Guernsey CS is well run"
X Link 2024-10-26T14:09Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@HeidiSoulsby @DavidPiesing63 @richarddigard @mjconcanno60904 @GuernseyPress @drandy_sloan 5/ The reduction in income level at which the tapering of personal allowance to [-----] has already been adopted. The closing of the Public Servants pension scheme to new entrants was proposed - is this in budget The Fairer Alternative was proposed to avoid GST in Jan 2023"
X Link 2024-10-26T14:12Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@PeterRoffey5 @HeidiSoulsby @DavidPiesing63 @richarddigard @mjconcanno60904 @GuernseyPress @drandy_sloan I mentioned this as it was proposed in the Fairer Alternative document. The real point is P&R is arguing we have to have a 10% income tax rise to allow two more years to consider a solution when we have had at least [--] years of rejecting GST and navel gazing. Meanwhile costs π"
X Link 2024-10-26T15:04Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"He missed Guernsey One of the biggest solutions to the UKs economic woes would come in the form of Special Economic Zones. Ideally the UK could create entrepreneurial hubs in parts of the UK that need investment. Imagine if tech companies paid less tax if they were based in South York or One of the biggest solutions to the UKs economic woes would come in the form of Special Economic Zones. Ideally the UK could create entrepreneurial hubs in parts of the UK that need investment. Imagine if tech companies paid less tax if they were based in South York or"
X Link 2024-10-27T07:43Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@HeidiSoulsby @Govgg @PeterRoffey5 @chrisblingsy @GollopGuern @letocq @oldfarmhorace @DavidPiesing63 @richarddigard @Richard_D_E @marcwinn @MaryLowe501 @matt_fallaize @Lindsay_Gsy @JohnClacy1 @jojomay1 Can Guernsey shift the conversation to doing more with less Governments dont understand efficiency gains. They only believe that if you spend more you get more and if you spend less you get less. In business this isnt how we think. Its entirely possible to get more by spending less and it should be the goal. They dont https://t.co/l4q2w90atJ Governments dont understand efficiency gains. They"
X Link 2024-10-27T07:49Z [---] followers, [----] engagements
"@Lindsay_Gsy @healthimprovegg If it takes years more reason to start now and increase the speed. Guernsey cannot afford not and it cannot tas its way to a solution"
X Link 2024-10-27T07:54Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@marcwinn @HeidiSoulsby @DavidPiesing63 @richarddigard @mjconcanno60904 @GuernseyPress @drandy_sloan I have experienced even in private business in Guernsey there can be a reluctance to challenge and to avoid having hard conversations. Often later I have found there was a connection or relationship perhaps through family school or other loyalties that prevent it"
X Link 2024-10-27T08:18Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@marcwinn @HeidiSoulsby @DavidPiesing63 @richarddigard @mjconcanno60904 @GuernseyPress @drandy_sloan 100% and to do that starts with acknowledgement that it is a thing so there is a space in which to have those conversations"
X Link 2024-10-27T08:52Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@JohnClacy1 The key phrase being until we change the systems. Lets start now. Rather than a debate about increased income taxes or GST lets have realistic conversation that the money is not available and change the systems. That may change our tax base not simply to feed the machine"
X Link 2024-10-27T09:05Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"Now the tax increase is being positioned as we have not choice without any responsibility being accepted by each Deputy for how we came to this position. Was there any robust debate from P&R on each Committees budget No central savings target suggest not. @alasdair_milroy @JohnClacy1 Sadly the appalling failure of this Assembly to agree a tax package has meant that we cant avoid the tax debate coming up. @alasdair_milroy @JohnClacy1 Sadly the appalling failure of this Assembly to agree a tax package has meant that we cant avoid the tax debate coming up"
X Link 2024-10-27T09:16Z [---] followers, [----] engagements
"@DavidPiesing63 @JohnClacy1 The whole premise of increasing income tax by 2p is to kick the debate down the road into the next term. When was GST first discussed [----] Revisited in [----]. In [--] years no assembly has tabled a different solution to a known identified problem"
X Link 2024-10-27T10:51Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"@GuernseySpeaker @guyplum Even more reason not to hide if you have family who have vested. It is a good example of the issues we have as a community if individuals are not prepared to be open and honest when passing judgement on others. It does not sit well after the assembly has dealt with this"
X Link 2024-10-27T11:04Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"@PaulSrodz @matt_fallaize @DavidPiesing63 I am not proposing anything. I am suggesting that there may be smarter ways of delivering those services and noting that Guernsey does not have the funds to continue down the present path. All signs are that demand for health services will increase for next [--] years"
X Link 2024-10-27T16:37Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@GuernseySpeaker @legrandcourtil @guyplum You are saying you have been a deputy are quite happy to public but anonymously name deputies you rate as disappointing and can put a name to your pen because your told not to. Were you stronger in your backbone in the assembly"
X Link 2024-10-27T16:43Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"@oldfarmhorace @JohnClacy1 What do you consider our way Historically it was nimble entrepreneurs adapting to opportunities tossed up on our shores"
X Link 2024-10-27T18:52Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@matt_fallaize @DavidPiesing63 @pvbsc1 The message was now that if the public are to be asked for more money in tax some effort should be made to control spending. That P&R for whole assembly removed the CEO for not achieving savings and then made no attempt to make any is surprising"
X Link 2024-10-27T19:12Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"@GuernseySpeaker @legrandcourtil @guyplum You indicated you had been in the assembly - been there got the t-shirt was your tweet"
X Link 2024-10-27T19:13Z [---] followers, [----] engagements
"@matt_fallaize @oldfarmhorace @JohnClacy1 Was the difference that there was the money to pay and each of these had commercial benefit Credit agencies have identified we have a risk around the reliance on income tax. Putting a temporary for two years is irresponsible government"
X Link 2024-10-28T06:46Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"Guernsey is an attractive location for a family office with a skilled labour force robust legal framework and depth of professional services to support including @btmaccounting family office projections: https://t.co/dlUTdQBA9e family office projections: https://t.co/dlUTdQBA9e"
X Link 2024-10-28T07:34Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"@pvbsc1 @DavidPiesing63 @matt_fallaize @YvonneBurford Was that a vote grab tactic. Like him or not Elon sacked 80% of X workforce and its created innovation. Keep doing what government has always done you will get same outcome"
X Link 2024-10-28T08:54Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@pvbsc1 @DavidPiesing63 @matt_fallaize @YvonneBurford I think he genuinely believed it until faced with reality of committee and assembly. Hence resigning from The Guernsey Party"
X Link 2024-10-28T08:57Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@pvbsc1 @DavidPiesing63 @matt_fallaize @YvonneBurford Wasnt it reduced government spending and not increasing taxes"
X Link 2024-10-28T09:00Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"Any similar statistics for Guernsey or Jersey @richarddigard @DavidPiesing63 @HeidiSoulsby This budget overwhelmingly favours public sector workers at the expense of the private sector. A budget for skivers is a better description. https://t.co/cv7Tl6sqxp This budget overwhelmingly favours public sector workers at the expense of the private sector. A budget for skivers is a better description. https://t.co/cv7Tl6sqxp"
X Link 2024-10-28T09:55Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"@DavidPiesing63 @HeidiSoulsby @richarddigard Interesting looking at tax rates. Given Medicare is 2% and Guernsey SSC is around 11% in total 20p income tax isnt exactly low"
X Link 2024-10-29T13:50Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@oldfarmhorace I think many on the sub continent and in Africa as well and indigenous peoples would disagree. Its a very European centric view of the world"
X Link 2024-10-29T14:10Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"@oldfarmhorace Helped Would Britain have won without the Americans in WW1 or 2"
X Link 2024-10-29T14:57Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@oldfarmhorace Its lucky some accountant have a great deal of integrity"
X Link 2024-10-29T16:02Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@oldfarmhorace You have just upset a large proportion of Guernsey society . Boer is simply a farmer just like you H"
X Link 2024-10-29T16:08Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@DavidPiesing63 Maybe missing something in Charles article I cant see how you would position say trust or a fund admin business earnings its income in Guernsey as not taxable in Guernsey on a territorial basis"
X Link 2024-10-29T21:28Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"@DavidPiesing63 Different than now with the various Certifications [--] - [--]. There is already CRS and FATCA reporting So where would the additional tax be - on domestic companies How do Malta then justify there rebate to companies with foreign shareholders"
X Link 2024-10-29T22:11Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@DavidPiesing63 So if the reporting was made seamless then it would be realistic Guernsey digitising the tax administration for companies and individuals . The software is available. Advantages : Seamless administration for taxpayers Fast assessments Quarterly admin streamlined CS payroll π"
X Link 2024-10-30T07:29Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@NigelStaples @mjconcanno60904 Is it on what basis are you measuring that @Lindsay_Gsy mentioned the waste solution and export to Sweden was economically and environmentally superior to alternatives"
X Link 2024-10-30T08:30Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"@guyplum @mjconcanno60904 @DavidPiesing63 In this instance he is correct. In [--] years since zero ten we have dismissed VAT and robbed middle guernsey with all kinds of indirect taxes and removal of allowances without solving the deficit. The tax base needs to be broader"
X Link 2024-10-30T08:32Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"@Lindsay_Gsy @NigelStaples @mjconcanno60904 Can you explain the 30m savings Was this compared to to landfill solution at Chouet As in actual annual operating costs"
X Link 2024-10-30T22:07Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"A first review at high level #chog shall I prepare a Guernsey version including amendments UK Autumn Budget [----] - Key Highlights https://t.co/buvqwRUg7L UK Autumn Budget [----] - Key Highlights https://t.co/buvqwRUg7L"
X Link 2024-10-31T14:45Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"@pvbsc1 @DavidPiesing63 @Richard_D_E @oldfarmhorace @Digbylj @GuernseyPress You have used that gif before π€£. I am positive about living in Guernsey as the @drandy_sloan noted today zero ten was planned with GST and our financial position has deteriorated as politicians and pretended the structural deficit didnt matter What we must create is growth"
X Link 2024-10-31T22:20Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@PeterRoffey5 @Richard_D_E @DavidPiesing63 @pvbsc1 @oldfarmhorace @Digbylj @GuernseyPress If that is case then why are the costs and staffing increasing exponentially. When compared figures the FTE in health were [---] staff increased and costs up nearly 400m since [----]. Another [--] staff last year. The [----] budget has [--] plus hires. How many are health @AlBrouard"
X Link 2024-11-01T05:50Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"Listening to @PeterRoffey5 and Lyndon Trotts Hot Seat on @BBCGuernsey. Its not clear Lyndon sees urgency now yet didnt in 2023"
X Link 2024-11-02T11:26Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"Is this an area we need states to intervene and encourage those with empty accommodation to make it available or release them Warning to owners of empty houses as craze grows https://t.co/kFWemvkqsn Warning to owners of empty houses as craze grows https://t.co/kFWemvkqsn"
X Link 2024-11-02T12:24Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"We could definitely do with that in Guernsey. Maybe a test pilot for larger jurisdictions I feel like with a small team and 2-3 years proven tech founders could automate huge chunks of the government. I would sign up for a tour of duty (in the UK). It would need a lot of political aircover - I have no desire to fight a massive bureaucracy π€·β I feel like with a small team and 2-3 years proven tech founders could automate huge chunks of the government. I would sign up for a tour of duty (in the UK). It would need a lot of political aircover - I have no desire to fight a massive bureaucracy π€·β"
X Link 2024-11-02T12:27Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"Exactly the people who we don't need representing us. @DavidPiesing63 @pvbsc1 @PeterRoffey5 Of course it is Davebut if I told you a person in the assembly told me only yesterdaythey think GST is right but would not vote for it so near an electionwould you believe meI was furious and they will walk in next electionno probs. @DavidPiesing63 @pvbsc1 @PeterRoffey5 Of course it is Davebut if I told you a person in the assembly told me only yesterdaythey think GST is right but would not vote for it so near an electionwould you believe meI was furious and they will walk in next electionno probs"
X Link 2024-11-02T14:19Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"@PeterRoffey5 @BBCGuernsey In [----] he may have. To have voted against GST in [----] and then represent a [--] per cent increase in income tax as a no other option proposal is disingenuous"
X Link 2024-11-02T14:26Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@matt_fallaize @PeterRoffey5 @BBCGuernsey Yes however isnt that directly related to this assembly not voting a long term solution [--] months ago Each deputy knew that the structural deficit was not going away. Lyndon knew this then and also knows that income tax is not the long term solution"
X Link 2024-11-02T14:33Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"@guyplum @pvbsc1 @advocategreen1 @BBCGuernsey Interesting to see @GuernseyPolice advising owners of empty properties to secure them. What can be done to get these properties on the market. Given the crisis in housing having properties not available needs to be addressed"
X Link 2024-11-02T14:56Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@LostinGuernsey @guyplum @pvbsc1 @advocategreen1 @BBCGuernsey @GuernseyPolice Other countries manage it. There can be penalties or even risk of losing empty properties"
X Link 2024-11-02T15:36Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@LostinGuernsey @guyplum @pvbsc1 @advocategreen1 @BBCGuernsey @GuernseyPolice So they own a property the cannot maintain and is falling into disrepair Then sell it so it can be used"
X Link 2024-11-02T19:36Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"@MaryLowe501 @DavidPiesing63 @ValeBeryl @pvbsc1 @PeterRoffey5 @GollopGuern Thank you for letting me know it was disappointing. It should be noted those who didnt vote for the package then yet have supported a GST in past and those we know didnt knowing the investment committed by them was unfunded"
X Link 2024-11-03T05:22Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"@MaryLowe501 That is incomprehensible declarations of interests are an important part of governance framework. Is it collective culture of not giving interviews @matt_fallaize have the @GuernseyPress and other media outlets not questioned this What sanctions for late submissions"
X Link 2024-11-03T05:47Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@Jamie_Blackett Its 1m each individual and passing to children [--] years before death is also an option"
X Link 2024-11-03T07:33Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"Is Guernsey so focused on scarcity controlling costs and criticising spending Is this a self fulfilling prophecy What if we had confidence to create focus on investing in based on strengths and identified opportunities"
X Link 2024-11-03T13:48Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"I hope so David. We have to invest in infrastructure and increase risk appetite. That means accepting that we will like make some mistakes on the way. They are also rightly very negative about the risks of unilaterally going down the corporate territorial tax route - as Ive been saying. Which leaves the GST+ package as the most appropriate one for the Assembly to finally adopt this week. Lets hope the penny is dropping . They are also rightly very negative about the risks of unilaterally going down the corporate territorial tax route - as Ive been saying. Which leaves the GST+ package as the"
X Link 2024-11-04T07:35Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"@80album @pvbsc1 @richarddigard What will impact is accommodation cost of living and what looks better for future career options"
X Link 2024-11-04T19:03Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@ViaerFou @DavidPiesing63 @pvbsc1 @PeterRoffey5 @matt_fallaize You are mistaken. After [-----] income you lose allowances - so tax free allowance and others at rate of [--] in every [--] earned. Effectively this results in higher earners losing all allowances at around [------] and paying a flat 20% top 5% of taxpayers pay 25% of tax revenue"
X Link 2024-11-05T05:33Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"This is the fairest package now as it was in January [----]. - Those earning under [-----] better of than with income tax option - broader tax base so business and tourists pay [--] million tax - improves credit risk No one has tabled a sensible alternative. @BBCGuernsey The 'GST plus' package (together with the lower income tax rate for those on 30K or less allowances for social security etc) must now have a chance at least of getting through It is relatively progressive compared to 22% on inc tax. @BBCGuernsey The 'GST plus' package (together with the lower income tax rate for those on 30K or"
X Link 2024-11-05T05:39Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"@matt_fallaize @ChasMcHugh @guyplum @DavidPiesing63 @advocategreen1 @richarddigard @BBCGuernsey @GuernseyPress Well funded pension scheme that allows its use to pay deposit on house. What Singapore has achieved is impressive. My parents lived in Changhi and on East Coast. The apartments and complex was amazing"
X Link 2024-11-05T05:43Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"Sydney is aiming to build [-----] homes by [----] in high density pockets along the new metro line. Does everyone agree or support it Of course not. Guernsey requires [----] units to solve housing crisis. Time to zone key development reverse the blight of ribbon development"
X Link 2024-11-05T05:49Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"Interestingly in Sydney high density areas have increased in value as demand is for the amenities and shorter commute times. Would similar occur in Guernsey and free up family home for families https://www.realestate.com.au/news/sydney-metro-line-suburbs-record-huge-growth-in-population-and-home-values/ https://www.realestate.com.au/news/sydney-metro-line-suburbs-record-huge-growth-in-population-and-home-values/"
X Link 2024-11-05T06:01Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@matt_fallaize @ChasMcHugh @guyplum @DavidPiesing63 @advocategreen1 @richarddigard @BBCGuernsey @GuernseyPress Here is a different approach which may suit Guernsey Maybe we should ask you Guernsey people what they would see for the future https://youtu.be/v5vZe3R2fL0si=DdRILE1RwwCQTVcn https://youtu.be/v5vZe3R2fL0si=DdRILE1RwwCQTVcn"
X Link 2024-11-05T06:15Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@guyplum @ChasMcHugh @matt_fallaize @DavidPiesing63 @advocategreen1 @richarddigard @BBCGuernsey @GuernseyPress Brexit was a disaster not helped by shift in global politics and the pandemic impact. We dont need or want to replicate Singapore. We can look at what would work here"
X Link 2024-11-05T08:37Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"reading the venom and outrage on another site earlier telling States to stop wasting money etc Are people angry at or is it a symptom of the deterioration in their own living standard as a result of hidden charges and rising house costs Thoughts Guernsey people"
X Link 2024-11-05T08:41Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@LostinGuernsey @pvbsc1 @ViaerFou @DavidPiesing63 @PeterRoffey5 @matt_fallaize Whats your point"
X Link 2024-11-05T08:42Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@LostinGuernsey Good point. Do you think he recognises his own role in this"
X Link 2024-11-05T08:43Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@richarddigard @YvonneBurford @DavidPiesing63 @pvbsc1 The reason Aurigny was bought remains valid ( to protect slots at Gatwick) How would investment on investment in rail tunnel to expanded Jersey Airport and modern deep water port in Guernsey"
X Link 2024-11-05T08:55Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"@NigelStaples @matt_fallaize @ChasMcHugh @guyplum @DavidPiesing63 @advocategreen1 @richarddigard @BBCGuernsey @GuernseyPress Yet we need more houses that are affordable just not if its going to impact my part of the island. Singapore is what 4m people. We require [----] to [----] units now to equalise supply and demand. It is sensible to look at other external solutions and cherry pick"
X Link 2024-11-05T09:03Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@NigelStaples @matt_fallaize @ChasMcHugh @guyplum @DavidPiesing63 @advocategreen1 @richarddigard @BBCGuernsey @GuernseyPress Its much more comfortable to grumble into your crab pot eh @NigelStaples. Whilst the young families leave because they cant afford to stay. Maybe the newcomers do give a flying f and want to contribute to the community"
X Link 2024-11-05T10:24Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"Deputy Parkinson is correct that there are advantages for non residents to buy Guernsey businesses which can extinguish the tax liabilities in the company. a non Guernsey acquirer can pay more by 20% because the tax liability are extinguished where they remain for residents"
X Link 2024-11-05T13:47Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"@DavidPiesing63 @guyplum @dep_parkinson Thats my thought though his amendment was not to introduce it but investigate it so needed to be added to another option"
X Link 2024-11-05T14:20Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"Listening to debate and cant help think most dont understand technology and process savings. my IT support are shocked that a regulator is relying on submitting data on a proprietary software like excel local accountants group I am in references RS saying IT is a success/2"
X Link 2024-11-05T16:22Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"You do need to invest one off to reduce recurring expenditure"
X Link 2024-11-05T16:30Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@Lindsay_Gsy This on using Microsoft Software to upload data to GFSC Portal. Excel and the file format are owned by Microsoft; nuances (like your experience) and specific features within these formats can create compatibility issues with other software requiring purchasing the software /3"
X Link 2024-11-05T16:36Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"There are [---] more Health staff than [--] years ago. Can someone ask why"
X Link 2024-11-05T17:31Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"@oldfarmhorace A lot of the commentary and arguments were of cuts when it was a freeze at existing levels. Is that what happens when [----] voters are being told their pay is frozen as the election looms. Be interesting if Trump wins to see how the public service is slimmed down"
X Link 2024-11-06T07:48Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@richarddigard @advocategreen1 @NigelStaples @MaryLowe501 @matt_fallaize @DavidPiesing63 in [----] the Zero [--] decision was known to have created a deficit. Is the need for additional tax now recognising this structural deficit"
X Link 2024-11-07T11:23Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"@oldfarmhorace @twitter Mines definitely gone quiet. Also less on Israel Gaza"
X Link 2024-11-07T13:29Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@oldfarmhorace @twitter How does this make sense Trump Putin Putin Iran support and by extension its proxies Trump supporters for Israel"
X Link 2024-11-07T13:51Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@oldfarmhorace There is an irony that jobs in risk and compliance and the private unregulated businesses providing these services are the fastest growing sector. How many people do you know who were employed in Business Development now are in risk and compliance roles"
X Link 2024-11-08T07:01Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"@mjconcanno60904 You mean what they think is populist. Populist would be cutting spending and not raising taxes"
X Link 2024-11-08T07:36Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@drandy_sloan @richarddigard A key point is Jersey have on 15% of workforce in public sector vs over 20% in nancial services. In Guernsey its more like 20%. We spend less than Jersey per capita on public services have a shrinking private sector and want to tax it more. Its not a sustainable model"
X Link 2024-11-08T07:56Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@DavidPiesing63 @drandy_sloan @richarddigard What has been done in I understood this arose from deemed distribution rules being ruled as unfair by OECD I find it incredible that SSC is charged in dividends to employees owning shares when they are paid a market rate salary"
X Link 2024-11-08T08:08Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@richarddigard @advocategreen1 @NigelStaples @MaryLowe501 @matt_fallaize @DavidPiesing63 Someone would though π. I only heard of MAHA yesterday. Going to be interesting to watch it unfold in . What do you think as a way of bringing control on HSC costs"
X Link 2024-11-08T08:20Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@gsyblue @oldfarmhorace Growth was external pressure via Moneyval IMF and also shift in CRS FATCA and before SoX Its a long way from being digitised and thats is future to reduce costs and improve risk and compliance monitoring. Not cost effective or foolproof without data and cultural change"
X Link 2024-11-08T08:48Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@oldfarmhorace @gsyblue Its a few years ago I saw a report showing margins were falling and compliance costs were growing. The technology to work from anywhere automate and connect different software has changed the landscape and is an opportunity for Guernsey"
X Link 2024-11-08T09:21Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@oldfarmhorace @gsyblue AI is both a threat and an opportunity. We can choose which it will be here"
X Link 2024-11-08T09:24Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@oldfarmhorace @gsyblue An analogy is the impact of EV on fuel duty. Early adopters who tend to be more affluent have bought EV. Fuel tax is now hitting the poorest hardest instead of the original user pays logic. Income tax is similar. Increasing it is likely to push private sector roles away /2"
X Link 2024-11-08T09:42Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@oldfarmhorace @gsyblue From Guernsey and proportionately more roles in CS"
X Link 2024-11-08T09:45Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@dep_parkinson @HeidiSoulsby @chrisblingsy @GollopGuern @Lindsay_Gsy @Govgg Working towards a company tax in step with Jersey and is sensible. I would expect them to be more collaborative if we were in step in GST If we look at growth rates Jersey with GST have a stronger economy than Guernsey. In part at least from investment due to GST"
X Link 2024-11-08T10:21Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"What was said to GIBA to change the public statement made from supporting GST to supporting 1a I havent seen there revised statement"
X Link 2024-11-08T10:47Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@oldfarmhorace Jersey have invested in housing business development and growth is at around 6% . They have better airlines and I think yesterday announced major investment in their port area. They may have more spending they are seeing growth have transport links that are attractive"
X Link 2024-11-08T11:10Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@oldfarmhorace It is very telling when you speak to Guernsey business people who have moved to Jersey who ruefully admit that Jersey is a much better place to do business. We have a challenge yet must step up to reverse this"
X Link 2024-11-08T11:12Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@ShaneLanglois @oldfarmhorace If you have not read it have a review of the S&P credit risk report. With demographics we cannot rely on income tax alone and what you suggest would see jobs move to Jersey and elsewhere. [-----] is not even a high salary anymore with mortgage and rental costs"
X Link 2024-11-08T12:45Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"Incredulous that Lyndon is using UK taxpayers comparisons to justify these rises. I cam from London in [----] and at time my tax fell and my mortgage went up. Net of both there was little difference. The changes in costs since [----] middle Guernsey is much worse off"
X Link 2024-11-08T12:53Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"@ShaneLanglois @oldfarmhorace Why not start with ensuring money from companies is taxed before loan repayments Tax liabilities deferred in companies are crystallised and taxed if ownership becomes no guernsey Inccrease the tax cap"
X Link 2024-11-08T14:55Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@jameswpen @NigelStaples @DavidPiesing63 @richarddigard @advocategreen1 @MaryLowe501 @matt_fallaize As Deputy Helyar said they can use reserves. Come next election to. Thats a good question to ask when those who rejected it [--] months ago"
X Link 2024-11-08T16:44Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"I wonder how many Guernsey politicians who talk about [-----] salary combined for a family is substantial live on anything like that. Lyndon referring to GIBA but the announcement supporting income tax isnt on their website. I am a professional tax advisor it is detrimental"
X Link 2024-11-08T18:01Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"@RossLeBrun @NigelStaples @GollopGuern @advocategreen1 @DavidPiesing63 @richarddigard @MaryLowe501 @matt_fallaize Have you got the stats then"
X Link 2024-11-08T18:26Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
"@RossLeBrun @NigelStaples @GollopGuern @advocategreen1 @DavidPiesing63 @richarddigard @MaryLowe501 @matt_fallaize On contrary the poorer cannot afford the upgrade hence there are more combustion engine cars. Glad to know you have the statistics π"
X Link 2024-11-08T19:13Z [---] followers, [--] engagements
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