Alan Bates, Guernsey Electricity's MD, said they were "working through a snagging list" with contractors.

BBC: Guernsey Electricity generator launch delayed

Alan Bates, managing director of Guernsey Electricity, said with the cable link being unavailable for much of 2012 the amount of emissions would rise when last year's figures are produced.

BBC: Guernsey greenhouse gas levels rise slightly

Guernsey Electricity managing director Alan Bates said the "price rise of this size was not ideal" but the fault had led to increased costs, which are now being passed on to customers.

BBC: Guernsey's 9% electricity rise expected to remain