Emergency Services

Formally founded 10 April 1920; professional policing predecessors from 1853. Operated through German occupation of Channel Islands (1940-1945). Led investigation into Emiliano Sala disappearance (2019). Celebrated centenary in 2020.

Third vessel in the Flying Christine line. Original purchased in the early 1950s by Reg Blanchford, founder of St John Ambulance in Guernsey, from a converted RAF seaplane tender. Flying Christine I destroyed in a 1963 storm. Flying Christine II launched 1964, responded to over…

Previously combined as Alderney Fire, Ambulance and Rescue Service. From April 2023, the ambulance component was separated and is now operated by St John Ambulance and Rescue Services, Guernsey.

Founded in 1980 as Guernsey Air Search by Captain Roger Dadd and colleagues from Guernsey Airlines. First aircraft was a Piper Aztec on loan from Guernsey Airlines, later purchased with Lions Club funding. Aircraft cost over GBP 2.7 million; FLIR camera cost GBP 240,000; hangar…

Originally established 1869 at St Anne, closed 1884 due to crew shortages. Re-established 1984 at Braye Harbour. First RNLI station to receive a Trent-class lifeboat (1994). Shannon-class replacement announced October 2025.

Guernsey Coastguard coordinates maritime SAR activity within Guernsey's Search and Rescue Region through VHF Channels 16 and 20. It is responsible for maritime search and rescue coordination within the Bailiwick of Guernsey's Search and Rescue Region. Representatives from…

Air Rescue Channel Islands Limited is a Jersey company limited by guarantee, registered as a Guernsey charity under that Jersey company. It provides emergency aerial and aviation support to the Channel Islands Emergency Services, Health Departments and Governments 24/7. The…

Has funded several CCTV cameras across Guernsey. Past fundraising events include kayak circumnavigation of Guernsey, archery challenges, and Midnight Runway Runs at Guernsey Airport.

Event First Aid is a service offered by St John Guernsey LBG, a charity dedicated to saving local lives and supporting the Bailiwick of Guernsey communities through first aid treatment, education, and training. Its members are qualified to St John Advanced First Aid standards…

Non Emergency Patient Transfer Service (NEPTS) provides non-emergency patient transfer services in Guernsey. The service transports people who are unable to travel by other means to and from doctors' surgeries and the hospital for medical appointments. NEPTS can only be booked…

St John Guernsey LBG is a charity dedicated to saving local lives and supporting the Bailiwick of Guernsey communities through first aid treatment, education, and training. The First Aid in Schools programme has operated since 2008 and delivers a flexible syllabus of First Aid…

Sark Fire & Rescue Service is a fire station on Sark. The service is turned out via JESCC in Guernsey after a 999 call. Its tractor-drawn fire appliances have off-road capability and carry 600 gallons of water. Chief Fire Officer Kevin Adams has been a member of the service…

Alderney Police provides resident policing for the Island of Alderney as a branch of Guernsey Police. The day-to-day policing of Alderney is provided by three locally based officers. Alderney Police are managed by senior officers in Guernsey who make regular visits to the Island…

Guernsey & Alderney Airport Fire and Rescue Service is an airport fire and rescue service providing emergency cover at Guernsey and Alderney airports. It responds to aircraft, medical, fire, and hazardous substance emergencies. The airport's fire station is strategically located…

Guernsey Civil Protection provides support to the emergency services and key responding agencies in the event of an emergency or major incident in the Bailiwick of Guernsey. Guernsey Civil Protection Volunteers are trained and equipped by the Home Department and regularly train…

States of Guernsey Emergency Planning is part of the States of Guernsey, which supports Guernsey 24/7. The States of Guernsey offers career opportunities across areas such as law enforcement, education, health and social care, and policy development. It provides services…