2013 news

If the scheme is approved, the new centre could open in autumn 2014

An investigation has begun into a container fire on New North Quay

Education, Sport and Culture will outline its programme for the future direction of IT education

Minister for External Relations discusses France's list of non-cooperative states with Ambassador

Senator Ian Gorst to represent Jersey alongside and Guernsey's Deputy Chief Minister

Michael Robinson managed the integration of the Customs and Excise Department and the Immigration and Nationality Department

Two independent boards launched to coordinate the agencies that safeguard and protect Islanders

Historic Abuse Redress Scheme to transfer from Mourant Ozannes to Lacey Advocates

Regiatered actively seeking work (ASW) figures for August 2013 have been released

A Ports of Jersey statement on the announcement of a new freight service

Data collected from offshore weather stations will help forecast the weather and improve safety at sea

The consultative body that advises the Social Security Minister on employment-related maters has recommended a 10 pence increase to the minimum wage

Group of nurses become first non-medical prescribing practitioners able to write prescriptions

New campaign launched to encourage Islanders to dispose of electrical items correctly

The current supply of housing land can meet demand for new homes if the proposed changes to the Island Plan go ahead

The Planning Applications Panel refuse an application for community homes in St Lawrence

Increasing number of pets are failing Jersey's entry rules, causing hardship and expense

The Secretary of State for Justice and Lord Chancellor, the Rt Hon Chris Grayling MP, will visit Jersey next week

The Treasury Minister will represent Jersey at the Labour Party conference next week

Greater protection for children and young people through multi-agency approach

Islanders have until next Friday to give views on proposals to protect seas

Island link to world's oldest active trophy in international sport, the America's Cup

Barclays to support event for three years, and dates for 2014 announced

An ongoing modernisation programme sees changes to out-of-hours pathology service

The Chief Minister, Senator Ian Gorst, has signed a tax information exchange agreement with Switzerland at the Swiss Embassy in London

Thousands of Islanders have been issued with registration cards as the new Control of Housing and Work Law begins to take effect

Traffic delays continue as Mount Bingham remains closed after a substantial rock fall on Sunday

An improved autumn / winter bus timetable will start from 30 September this year (2013)

'JobsFest' initiative will include events to prepare locally qualified jobseekers to return to work, as well as an employer incentive scheme

Treasury has issued its half-year corporate report, which shows that revenue and spending are consistent with forecasts and the financial position for the budget is positive

Construction projects generate the largest amount of solid waste in Jersey, so new Planning guidelines aim to reduce waste on building sites, resulting in economic and environment benefits

Jersey's latest retail sales figures have been published by the Statistics Unit.

The Assistant Chief Minister, Senator Sir Philip Bailhache, will represent Jersey at the Liberal Democrat Party conference in Glasgow next week

Ministers from Jersey and Guernsey agree not to proceed

A major pain management conference is to be held in Jersey for the first time

Annual report that compares prices in Jersey, UK and Guernsey has been published for 2013

The UK Prime Minister has urged MPs to give their backing to Jersey and the Crown dependencies in comments made in the House of Commons this week

Chief Minister issues statement on a judgment issued by the Royal Court in a data protection case

Changes are to be made to the cervical screening programme for women in Jersey

The Caymanian Premier and the Minister of Financial Services, Commerce and Environment for the Cayman Islands will visit Jersey on 12 September

New chair aims to establish board by October, and for Government body to start reviewing investment applications soon after

TTS Minister invites companies to tender for transport and disposal of air pollution control residue

Man sentenced over oil drums of hazardous waste found fly tipped in St Ouen

Health department pledges alternative means of moving patient care to GPs

Decision on the development of a new chalet is deferred. The application attracted more than 200 public comments

Legislation to stop profiteering from gas and electricity services

During his visit, the Lord Mayor will meet politicians, finance industry representatives and the Deputy Bailiff

Planning Minister urges Islanders to give views on proposed changes

Year 11 and 12 students given help with medical educational and career opportunities

Senator Ian Gorst's statement regarding the crash of a light aircraft today

Employers given practical advice on legally-required documents such as pay slips and contracts

A six month project begins this month to strengthen the road from Rue des Pres Trading estate to Gorey Village

Proposed board's chair, non-executive directors and tenant representatives sought

The 100% grant is available for work such as the installation of loft insulation or draft proofing