Country code: 44, followed by (0)1481.

Roaming agreements exist with international mobile phone companies. Handsets can be hired. Coverage is good.

Public access is available at Internet cafes and in libraries.

Only Guernsey stamps will be accepted on outgoing mail. The main post office is at Smith Street, St Peter Port. Post boxes are painted blue.

• The local newspapers are The Guernsey Press and Star and The Guernsey Weekly Press.
• English, French, German, Dutch and Italian newspapers are also available at newsagents.
• All the main British newspapers are available in Guernsey on the day of publication.

• Channel Television is popular.

For more information, see the United Kingdom section.

• BBC Radio Guernsey operates.
• Commercial radio includes 104.7 Island FM.