Government of Jersey in Talks with Blue Islands: Updates on Loan Repayment and Future Plans
The government of Jersey is currently in discussions with Blue Islands, an airline based in the Channel Islands, regarding its future. Blue Islands had borrowed £8.5 million from the Government of Jersey to ensure the continuation of its services during the Covid-19 pandemic. As of June, the outstanding capital balance of the loan was still £7 million, indicating that more than half of the loan period had passed. The BBC has reached out to Blue Islands and the Civil Aviation Authority for their comments.
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In conclusion, the government of Jersey is actively engaged in discussions with Blue Islands regarding the airline's future, following the financial support provided during the pandemic. Stay tuned for further developments on this matter.