2019 news

The Minister for Home Affairs is giving Islanders more time to comment on a new law that focuses on crimes of prejudice

The Jersey Royal Court has sentenced Alexander Cullen to 14 years of imprisonment for importing 10 kg of heroin, with a value of up to £10 million.

HMP La Moye inmates are once again supplying the Co-Op with approximately 2,000 poinsettias for the festive season.

The States of Jersey Prison Service (SoJPS) has signed the UK's Armed Forces Covenant.

Minister for Home Affairs, Constable Len Norman, and Assistant Minister for Home Affairs, Deputy Gregory Guida, were at HMP La Moye last week to increase their understanding of the service and the staff who work there.

Jersey Fire and Rescue Service (JFRS) is urging islanders planning a Christmas night out to order a takeaway or stop for something to eat on their way home.

The Lieutenant-Governor, Sir Stephen Dalton, may have been a leading figure in the Royal Air Force but it was his wife who was recently reminded of a daring stunt in the air.

Jersey Customs and Immigration Service has launched a consultation to gather public views on Jersey's future immigration system.

The Jersey Safeguarding Partnership Board has launched a domestic abuse campaign

A Jersey-based crime author has led a writing workshop for 24 prisoners at HMP La Moye as part of a scheme to reduce reoffending.

The Infrastructure Minister, Deputy Kevin Lewis has signed a Ministerial Decision to approve pedestrian safety improvements to La Route Orange in St Brelade.

Jersey Fire and Rescue Service (JFRS) is supporting Electrical Fire Safety Week which runs from 18 – 24 November.

Pay offer for 2018-2020 is accepted by prison officers

Jersey Customs and Immigration offficers have seized approximately 80 and 90g of controlled drugs

The Home Affairs Minister appoints new Chief of Police

As Bonfire Night approaches, Jersey Fire and Rescue Service (JFRS) is providing fireworks safety advice to ensure Islanders enjoy displays and events without incident.

Islanders are being invited to give their views regarding the supply, possession and use of different categories of fireworks and pyrotechnics.

The States of Jersey Prison Service (SoJPS) have invited prisoners and members of Jersey’s Christian community to join faith groups across the British Isles, to take part in Prisons Week this week (13- 19 October).

Consultation is launched on the Crime (Prejudice and Public Disorder) Law

Jersey Fire and Rescue Service (JFRS) will again be supporting Jersey Electricity’s (JEC) Annual Electric Blanket Safety Test at the Western Fire Station, St Brelade, on Tuesday and Wednesday 15 and 16 October 2019.

Six members of staff from the States of Jersey Prison Service recently scaled new heights to raise money for a charity that supports serviceman and veterans

Jersey Fire and Rescue Service (JFRS) is supporting the National Fire Chiefs Councils (NFCC) Home Safety Week, which runs from 30 September – 6 October 2019.

10 new prison officers and one prison nurse officer have been recruited to work at the States of Jersey Prison Service (SoJPS).

Government statement following MDMA incidents at the Weekender festival.

Jersey Customs and Immigration Services (JCIS) have announced that, for the first time in ten years, passport fees will increase.

Drugs with an estimated local street value of £300,000 were found in the vehicle

Islanders are being reminded to take care if barbecuing this Bank Holiday weekend, whether on the beach, at the park or in the garden.

Jersey Fire and Rescue Service (JFRS) is reaching out to members of the public for their assistance in assessing levels of risk and planning how to protect Islanders in the future.

The Home Affairs Minister, Constable Len Norman, and Assistant Minister, Deputy Gregory Guida have joined the Jersey Fire and Rescue Service for a training day.

A new Head of Customs and Immigration has been appointed

The Lieutenant-Governor, Sir Stephen Dalton, has praised the ‘passionate’ staff at the prison for their work in preparing prisoners to rejoin the island community after serving their sentences

A new Chief Fire Officer has been appointed

Islanders are being reminded by the Emergency Services about the potential risks associated with hot weather ahead of the high temperatures which have been forecasted this week.

A campaign has been launched today to recruit a new Chief of Police for the Island, following the passing last year of the late, Rob Bastable.

The Jersey Reds rugby team have joined the Jersey Fire and Rescue Service for an interactive training session.

The Catholic Dean of Jersey visited the prison recently, as part of the States of Jersey Prison Service’s community work to support prisoners both during their sentences and to help them reintegrate back into society

Four people have been charged with importing drugs after 5kg of cannabis, 2 kg of MDMA powder, 2kg of MDMA tablets and 1kg of cocaine was seized in St Catherine’s Bay.

The Health and Safety at Work Inspectorate has published its annual report for 2018

​A new prison initiative to encourage stronger family interaction and promote the wellbeing of children with parents in custody begins this week

Customs and Immigration Officers seized drugs from a mans vehicle.

Jersey Customs and Immigration had a busy weekend, resulting in drug seizures and denied entry into the island.

Officers from Customs and Immigration have seized approximately 8.5 kilograms of cannabis from a Spanish national, who had arrived in Jersey from St Malo.

The Minister for Justice and Home Affairs, Connétable Len Norman, welcomes the States of Jersey Police Association 2019 Wellbeing survey.

Defendants will now be able to appear in the Magistrate’s Court via video link from Jersey’s prison.

Consultation feedback report on divorce reform, civil partnerships, and minimum legal age for marriage

Prisoners at the States of Jersey Prison Service (SoJPS) have met with Jersey Therapy Dogs for the first time, as part of regular events to help prepare prisoners for release back into the community.

Jersey’s new head of Probation is marking more than 30 years of working in the service

The States of Jersey Prison Service has introduced virtual visits to enable prisoners to help maintain family ties and relationships which are crucial to aid their rehabilitation.

Family members of prison staff have, for the first time, visited the prison for an open day to showcase the work officers do.

First prison wellbeing fair

More than 60 works of art and craft by Jersey prisoners will go on display as part of the annual Inside Out exhibition

The States Employment Board has authorised formal pay offers for prison officers and Fire and Rescue officers, and their respective unions have agreed to consult their members

Prisoners will be able to communicate easily and frequently with friends, family and support services thanks to a new email-style service

Prisoners have designed bespoke picnic tables for wheelchair users and restored cast-iron brackets for lampposts that line St Brelade’s Bay as part of ongoing projects to benefit the community

Jersey and Guernsey officials working in justice and law enforcement have pledged to work collaboratively to improve the safety and security of the Channel Islands.

Islanders are being encouraged to take part in an online survey, which closes next week, to share their views on divorce reform.

The government has announced proposals to reorganise Justice and Home Affairs to create a department that works collectively and collaboratively to keep islanders safe and secure.

A new Combined Control Room for the Ambulance, Fire and Rescue Service and Police became operational yesterday after three months of joint planning and preparation

Islanders are invited to give their views on divorce reform, the future of civil partnerships, and the age of marriage at a series of public meetings next week.

The Deputy Prison Governor, Nick Watkins, rose through the ranks after joining as an officer in 1988, and has been praised for his loyal service.

Prison, Police and Customs and Immigration officers joined forces over the festive period to search people visiting the prison.