Channel Islands Brussels Office (CIBO)

Air links are vital for island economies. Since the air links from the Channel islands are to airports that are within the EU (mainly, but not only, in the UK) many aspects of EU legislation are applicable (eg on airport security, passenger rights, and landing slots at EU airports). Airspace …

Linda Lowseck, States Veterinary Officer in Jersey, attended an important scientific conference organised by the European Commission on 2 April on the management of the Schmallenberg virus. This  virus affects sheep  cattle and  goats. It emerged in Germany and the Netherlands in late 2011 and has now been confirmed in 8 Member States …

CIBO attended a seminar on “Fighting Organised Crime: Going for the Money” on 16 March organized by the Centre for European Policy Studies. This subject is of real interest to the Channel Islands, as the Bailiwicks of Guernsey and Jersey work proactively and cooperate closely with other jurisdictions in order …