Earlier this month, the Department for Infrastructure (DfI) announced intentions to raise the sea wall from Gunsite to Beaumont in a bid to stop sea water spilling over the top during storms and high tides.

That work begins today, with the project undertaken in 50 metre sections over a period of 14 weeks. In its first phase, more than 200 metres of sea wall will be heightened by 0.3 metres from Le Perquage car park to the Gunsite.

Using a special curve design, it is hoped that the addition on the sea side will help to deflect waves – a feature of many sea walls around the world.

The construction will see promenade users’ space limited, meaning a car park diversion for pedestrians, cyclists and Le Petit Train.

DfI says noise reduction equipment will be used throughout to minimise disruption for islanders in the area.