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States seeks interest for possible housing sites

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BBC News Image of La Val field. Grass is green and there is a broken fence in the foreground. A number horses are in the field. The field backs on to the new Royal Connaught Care home which is on the right hand side of the image. BBC News
Le Val adjoins the existing Jubilee and Connaught care facilities

The States of Alderney has put out an expression of interest to turn two sites on the island into housing.

The former Old Connaught site in Royal Connaught Square and the States-owned land at Le Val have been put forward.

It was hoped the sites could be turned into independent living to help accommodate housing needs on island, island leaders said.

Iain MacFarlane, chair of the Housing Working Group, said: "No decision has been taken to proceed with either development, but these expressions of interest are an important step in exploring the options available to us."

The States of Alderney said a limited supply of affordable housing, the island's ageing population, alongside a demand for key workers and full-time working residents, was why more housing was needed on island.

MacFarlane said: "Housing remains one of the key issues facing Alderney, and we need to look at a range of options if we are to increase the type and number of homes available."

Old Connaught building

BBC News A large white building which rounds a slight corner. It's three stories with windows in each level of the building. The lower level windows are arched, as is the door, while the upper levels are rectangular and smaller. BBC News
The Old Connaught building is located in Connaught Square

The Old Connaught Building is the site of the former Royal Connaught Care Home, which has stood unused for a number of years.

The States has invited developers and investors to explore opportunities for a residential-led redevelopment through either a long leasehold arrangement or purchase of the site.

The plans would be required to preserve and restore the listed principal building, a part of Royal Connaught Square and St Anne Conservation Area.

Le Val field

BBC News Image of La Val field. Grass is green and there is a broken fence in the foreground. A number horses are in the field. The field backs on to the new Royal Connaught Care home which is on the right hand side of the image. The top of a yellow wheelie-bin is in the left hand corner of the image. In this image you can also see more of the green bushes on the left hand side of the field. BBC News
La Val field has been States-owned since 2025

Le Val field was purchased by the States in 2025 with the intention of supporting health and social care provision.

Le Val borders the existing Jubilee and Connaught care facilities.

The States said it was seeking interest for a development partner to explore opportunities for additional sheltered or assisted-living accommodation.

If successful, the partner would work with the government and existing care providers to identify the island's current and future needs, before making plans for a potential development.

The site could include independent living with minimal support, to more supported provision to help residents to live independently for longer.

Further information on the expression of interest can be found on the Supply Guernsey procurement portal.

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