25 Jan 01-  The States have rejected a proposal to increase the minimum residency before someone can build on the island from 10 to 15 years. Many members were concerned that this might restrict the current upturn in the economy.

19 Feb01- Over 300 people so fat have signed a petition to the Queen asking Her Majesty to over-ride a decision of the States to sell off on a long lease, the existing old rectory in order to raise funds to build a new one. Many feel strongly that the property was given to the people of the island and the States have no legal right to dispose of it.

30 Mar01- One of Alderney's three online betting companies has not renewed its annual £50,000 licence. The other two Surrey Sports International and Sportingbet.com have both renewed. Surrey employ 40 staff and are evaluating what effect the UK's decision to abolish betting tax will have on their business.  Sportingbet remain confident and would like to see the States approve online interactive gaming.

10 Apr 01 - Shopkkeeper Noel Hayes is hoping to start a new daily air link to Cherbourg this June. He currently flies in produce for his shop from France and sees this new link as vital for Alderney.

18 Apr 01- The States have approved the issue of six electronic gaming licences at a cost of £75,000 p.a. valid for 3 years. This will enable gamblers worldwide to play games such as roulette, poker and other casino games over the internet. Draft legislation is being prepared.

11 Jun 01- Sportingbet.com based in Alderney has announced a massive jump in annual turnover to 31 March 01 from £27.4m to £324.7m, following acquisitions during the year. Net loss was down from £3.3m to £2.2m, with the company currently trading profitably. Customers increased from 11,397 t0 90,065 in 104 countries. 

6 Aug 01- Alderney's tourist season is looking better than expected, although the early months were slow due to the Foot & Mouth epidemic in the UK. Arrivals are the same or slightly better than 2000. Self catering is full in August and Hotels & Guesthouses are now concentrating on bookings for Sept/Oct.

Aug 01- The States have reported considerable interest being expressed from companies around the World including Las Vegas in the USA, in the six electronic gaming licences which were approved in April at a cost each of £75,000 p.a. valid for 3 years. This has been widely published in UK National newspapers recently as many countries are still to change their gaming laws.