Politics of Alderney a Douzainier-Delegate and four Douzainiers appointed by the Alderney ratepayers. In 1923, the first democratically elected members were created with three People's Deputies being added to the States of Alderney. Until the reform of 1948, the States of Alderney consisted of: In 1949, a new constitution for Alderney was instituted with Alderney becoming part of the Bailiwick of Guernsey. The States of Alderney's membership was changed because of the law. The States of Alderney was made up of the President of the States of Alderney and nine elected members. Two members of the States of Alderney are also selected to
Fortifications of Alderney suffers from the strong tides and winter storms which have washed away some of the protecting stonework and requires a high annual maintenance bill to keep it intact. The current cost of maintenance being paid for by Guernsey. Fortifications of Alderney Apart from a Roman Fort, there were very few fortifications in Alderney until the mid 19th century. These were then modified and updated in the mid 20th Century by Germans during the occupation period. Alderney at 8 km is now one of the most fortified places in the world. Current evidence indicates that the Nunnery has its origins as