The island of Guernsey has a population of around 63,000 in 24sqmi and forms the legal and administrative centre of the Bailiwick of Guernsey.
From 1612 Alderney had a Judge appointed, with similar judicial powers to a Bailiff; but on 1 January 1949 the island adopted a new constitution, giving up some independence, moving closer to Guernsey and confirming that it is part of the Bailiwick of Guernsey [REF].