Guernsey politicians vote to scrap campaign grant for candidates and confirm election date

Politicians in Guernsey have voted to scrap the campaign grant given to electoral candidates.

The funding, worth £500, was intended to help with campaign expenses during a General Election.

The Assembly also voted to reduce the amount political candidates and parties can spend when campaigning for elections.

The maximum that can be spent by individuals is now £6,000 and for parties, it is £12,000.

Guernsey's next General Election has been confirmed for Wednesday 18 June 2025.

The votes were brought by the States Assembly and Constitution Committee.

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