The Convenor and Tribunal Board, the independent body that supports the Office of the Children’s Convenor and the Child Youth and Community Tribunal, is recruiting several Board Members. With two vacancies coming up for 2027, the System is looking for people who have experience in working with young people or the legislative framework that exists to support them, such as those with a background in education, health and social care or the law.

Due to the work along La Grande Rue between 10th and 21st August, there will be a planned power outage on Tuesday 18th August at Briarwood.  This will mean that we will not be able to take phone calls until…

La Grande Rue and Les Camps closure - Monday 10th August to Friday 21st August inclusive Les Camps and La Grande Rue will be closed from 10th-21st August inclusive.  There will be access to properties and businesses, however some short…

Ashley Rawles has been appointed as the Chair of the Children’s Convenor and Tribunal Board, an essential part of the Children’s Tribunal Service. The Board is an independent body that provides the Children’s Convenor and the President of the Child, Youth and Community Tribunal with strategic advice, guidance, and support to help them fulfil their statutory responsibilities. Board Members are appointed by the Committee for Health & Social Care and must bring knowledge and experience relevant to the functions of the Children’s Tribunal Service.

Government House hosted a special evening last week, Thursday 6 November, marking 15 years since the introduction of the Children’s Tribunal System and the implementation of the Children (Guernsey and Alderney) Law — a landmark piece of legislation that transformed how the Bailiwick supports and protects children and young people.

The Child, Youth, and Community Tribunal welcomes a new President and 10 Tribunal Members, reinforcing its commitment to improving the lives of children and young people across Guernsey and Alderney. Steve Melbourne MBE steps into the role of President, succeeding Ashley Rawles, who has led the Tribunal with dedication for the past six years. Steve, an Inclusion Officer for the States of Guernsey, has been a Tribunal Member since 2020 and has served as Deputy President since August 2023.