2018 news

Projects include funding for a Digital Academy as well as modernisation and support for non-ministerial functions.

The financing has been approved for a new academy, where Jersey’s professional digital skills can be developed.

Treasury Minister approves thirteen funding bids

Tax services will be restricted in January while the computer system is updated and all taxpayers’ paper-based files are packed securely and moved to La Motte Street

The Minister and Assistant Minister for Treasury and Resources are proposing a change in the 2019 Budget, which would introduce a new principle of presumed consent for married women in relation to their tax affairs

Jersey’s Treasury Minister has welcomed the publication of the independent Fiscal Policy Panel’s (FPP) latest Annual Report

An opportunity has arisen for the States of Jersey Development Company to buy the Waterfront Leisure Complex from the existing lease holder

The Treasury and Resources Minister has developed Budget 2019, focusing on affordability, common sense, and balance

Between the 4 and 8 October, islanders can hear about upcoming changes to how taxes are collected

Law firms in Jersey can now pay property stamp duty on behalf of their clients online

EY has been appointed to help modernise how the States runs its finance operation

A series of public briefings on our new revenue collection system are being arranged for the autumn

Jersey becomes a Donor Nation to the International Centre for Asset Recovery

The Treasury Minister approves further funding to help establish a modern, customer-focused, value-for-money public service.

Departments retain some unspent funds for ongoing projects

Islanders are being encouraged to file their tax returns as soon as possible, in order to avoid extra administration costs and possible fines

Work is nearing completion on a new tax collection software system for the Taxes Office

The means-tested scheme for higher education funding now includes a higher maintenance grant for living expenses

Islanders who would like their tax bill as early as possible are advised to file their returns in February