Young people driven away by high prices - study
Summary
A new report by the Guernsey Community Foundation shows that young people in Guernsey are considering leaving the island due to high living costs. The study also found that many residents face poverty, with some lacking basic necessities like food and heating.Key Facts
- The report is called the Quality of Life Report 2025.
- It was compiled by the Guernsey Community Foundation.
- 22% of pensioners, 19% of children, and 17% of working-age adults live in relative poverty in Guernsey.
- About 5% of islanders, or approximately 3,200 people, often lack essentials like food and heating.
- 51% of the poorest households do not have carpets or floor coverings in every room.
- More than a third (38%) of these households do not have a bed for each person, resulting in people sharing beds.
- Young people in Guernsey are experiencing more bullying and lower self-esteem, with rates of high self-esteem among school pupils dropping by 22% from 2016 to 2022.
- The findings aim to prompt discussions about social issues before the next general election in June 2025.
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