Island Life

Students and astronomy enthusiasts had the opportunity recently to go where few have boldly gone before and hear from Helen Sharman – the first British person to visit space. Dr Sharman spoke about her experience at the Sixth Form Centre for students from various island schools and other invited guests – including the Lt-Governor Sir Richard Cripwell – to celebrate both International Women’s Day and British Science week. Olivia Thompson found out more about her journey into space...

Jeannie Cameron was elected as Alderney’s Policy & Finance Committee chair last month. Andy Brown took the chance to chat to the person now at the forefront of the northern isle’s future.