2017 news

A family who have been left homeless when a fire destroyed their home have made a special visit to Jersey Fire and Rescue Service to thank them for saving their cat

This law will protect consumers from sharp practices by unscrupulous traders

The Minister for the Environment has agreed fee increases for the department’s services for 2018

A small number of taxpayers who have received their assessment have yet to receive a 2018 ITIS effective rate to give to their employer

Jersey’s Planning Committee has approved plans to knock down the old swimming pool, walkway and cable car station at Fort Regent

Over 10,000 vehicles were checked at various locations around the island

Jersey has become one of only three jurisdcitions to have adopted an important international measure to combat tax avoidance

A report looks at data gathered from people who use food banks in the Island

Flu vaccination is re-emphasised as data shows rise in uptake levels

Robert Sainsbury will replace Helen O'Shea in late February 2018

Public comments on a proposed overhaul of Jersey's criminal justice legislation have been published today

The Employment Forum has recommended a number of improvements to the family friendly rights that are provided in the Employment Law.

Deborah McMillan, a former police officer, teacher and director of children’s services in the UK, is appointed Jersey's first Children's Commissioner

An open tender is launched for an inter-island passenger ferry service between Jersey and Guernsey

Funding proposals and outline business case backed by States Members

Homes available to rent in Jersey will soon have to meet minimum standards

Price increase for 2018 fees and charges from the Department for Infrasturcture are kept in line with States guideline

The Government has reiterated its views on the importance of balancing innovation in fintech virtual currency business with robust regulation

A policy for dealing with encroachments on the foreshore has been approved by the Minister for Infrastructure

Public asked for their views on latest university finance plan

The introduction of performance standards is central to a new set of social housing proposals

The Council of Ministers has presented a new policy on migration

Outstanding amounts can be paid online on this website

The 2017 report on the Jersey Opinions and Lifestyle Survey has been released today by the States of Jersey Statistics Unit

A partnership between government and farmers to improve Jersey’s water quality is making a difference, the latest figures show

The Government has lodged new data protection laws that will enable Islanders and Island businesses to keep in step with international standards

Senator Sir Philip Bailhache is due to meet with government Ministers, senior officials and business representatives, including those from the Ministry of External Affairs, the Ministry of Finance, and the Ministry of State, Culture and Tourism

Dates for inquiries into two significant planning proposals have been announced and Islanders urged to come forward with their views

The EU Code of Conduct Group on Business Taxation (the Code Group) has determined that Jersey is a cooperative tax jurisdiction

From January 2018 all commercial vehicles over 7.5 tonnes must have an annual roadworthiness inspection

Triage scheme provides mental health nursing support for Police and Ambulance Service