2019 news

A strategy that sets out how the Island will address the climate emergency declared by the States Assembly earlier this year has been published.

A report by the Planning Officers Society has made a series of recommendations to improve the process followed by the Government of Jersey’s planning services

New planning guidance for the southwest of St Helier has been adopted by the Minister for Environment. It replaces the 2008 Esplanade Quarter Masterplan with immediate effect.

A tri-island summit has ended, with representatives from Jersey, Guernsey and the Isle of Man having discussed how they can learn from one another, and work together, to address the challenge of climate change.

80 volunteers will plant trees and hedgerows at the north coast as part of the Government's response to the climate emergency.

Islanders are invited to a workshop to give their views on the character of St Helier

The ongoing spate of heavy rain is encouraging crapauds, or western toads to come out of hibernation to enjoy the wet conditions.

From Monday, opening times at La Collette will change

Islanders who walk their dogs off the lead while on the beach between now and April are being asked to make sure their pets do not to disturb the wild sea birds feeding on the shoreline.

Islanders are encouraged to get involved in three consultations

The winners of the Jersey Architecture Commission Design Awards 2019 are being announced at a ceremony on Friday, 20 September, at St Helier Town Hall.

More islanders are being sought to become home energy auditors and provide energy assessments for homes in Jersey.

Islanders are invited to have their say on the revision of legislation which aims to ensure greater health and safety in the preparation, service and distribution of food.

Islanders advised against swimming at Havre des Pas for 24 hours

A nursery project is underway between Natural Environment and the charity Jersey Trees for Life, to help grow a stock of native tree species ready for planting across the island.

Young islanders are being invited to attend a drop-in event tomorrow to give their views on how the Government should tackle the climate emergency.

Rangers from the Government of Jersey and National Trust for Jersey are planning to participate in a joint environmental task, in recognition of World Ranger Day.

Natural Environment Officers are asking islanders to think carefully before buying exotic pets like terrapins.

More than 500 young people have so far given their views on carbon neutrality, in a consultation which will help form the Government of Jersey’s response to the climate emergency.

An interim response to the States Assembly’s decision to declare a climate emergency has been published today.

Commercial sellers and industrial users of a rodent-killing pesticide rodenticide are being urged to sign up to a stewardship scheme to help reduce the risk of exposing wildlife to the poison.

Islanders are being reminded to dispose of their waste lawfully and responsibly following convictions of fly-tipping yesterday (16 July) in the Magistrate’s Court, resulting in fines totaling £1,500 for the offenders.

The first intern under a new scheme designed to increase engagement in scientific research and promote understanding and action in sustaining the environment has joined the Government of Jersey.

An interim report into PFOS in Jersey’s drinking water supplies has been published today.

Jersey Met have confirmed that the island is now officially in a period of meteorological absolute drought after a period of 15 consecutive days with no measurable rainfall.

Islanders can give their views on the key issues to be tackled by the new Island Plan, which will shape how Jersey’s natural and built environment will look over the next decade.

Four environmental initiatives are being launched this summer and islanders are invited to give their views

Islanders will be able to apply to take part in an island wide bat survey during July.

Islanders are being asked to keep an eye out for the Colorado Beetle, an invasive species which could harm Jersey's potato crops.

Two scientists from Cranfield University will visit the island this week (Thursday, 20 June - Friday, 21 June) to discuss the latest practices in pesticide and fertiliser use with Government, members from the potato and dairy industries and Jersey Water.

Jersey is getting involved with World Oceans Day – the annual global celebration of the protection and conservation of our shared ocean – which this year, is being held on Saturday, 8 June 2019.

Tenants and landlords are being asked to give their opinions on how a licensing system for rented accommodation should be implemented.

An interim States Veterinary Officer has been appointed to fill the role for five months while a permanent replacement is found.

The States Vet is urging bee keepers to be vigilant following a confirmed case of a disease that affects honey bees.

A digital countryside access map which shows where existing coast and countryside paths are, and who can use them, has been published by Natural Environment officers.

The Minister for the Environment, Deputy John Young, has issued a statement following the States Assembly's adoption of a proposition to take action on climate change.

Islanders are being encouraged to put forward environmental projects that may qualify for a grant to help conserve Jersey’s countryside.

The Jersey Architecture Commission Design Awards, which celebrate and promote the work of architects, designers and crafts people, will be launched this Friday 26 April.

Officers from Environmental Protection are today carrying out dye tracing in the ongoing investigation into alleged pollution in Elizabeth Marina.

A three-dimensional online model of Jersey has won a prestigious award in recognition of its use of technology.

Recreational anglers and a small number of commercial fishermen will be able to fish for bass again from Monday, 1 April under strict requirements.

Draft Wildlife Law Consultation Responses

Environmental Protection continues its investigation into a potential breach of the Water Pollution (Jersey) Law 2000

A beekeeper with 17 years’ experience has been appointed as the 2019 Asian Hornet Coordinator

The Minquiers and Écréhous have been registered by inter-governmental organisation OSPAR as Marine Protected Areas

Islanders can now apply for an international driving permit (IDP) which has been introduced in response to Brexit.

The Minister for the Environment, Deputy John Young, has pledged to work with politicians from across Britain and Ireland to tackle marine litter

Islanders are invited to give their views on proposed amendments to the overall planning objectives for construction on the Jersey Gas site in Tunnell Street, St Helier.

Environmental Health is writing to the residents of 50 homes close to the Airport runway as part of investigations following the discovery of trace levels of PFOS in a registered borehole.

An independent review has concluded that it is reasonable for Jersey Electricity to impose standby charges on commercial customers which generate their own electricity.

The Minister for the Environment will join politicians from across Britain and Ireland later this month to discuss a number of marine environment issues.

Visitors will discover the importance of pollinators in Jersey and learn what they can do to help sustain thriving local wildlife.

Islanders are invited to a weekend of discovering nature and learning about why pollinators matter.

Environmental Protection officers are appealing for information after bags of waste were found dumped in the St Clement countryside.

Minister makes decision on hospital planning application