2019 news

The campaign has been recognised at the highest levels by the recruitment marketing profession

An online consultation has been launched by Growth, Housing and Environment to gauge public opinion on the plans for seven new bus shelters.

From Monday, opening times at La Collette will change

More health and social care services will be provided in the community for Islanders in future, with more working with expert partnets to provide services

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

A well-known parrot who survived a school fire in the 90s and has helped thousands of new students settle into school life is celebrating his 70th birthday

Ashley John Baptiste says the talk gives him the opportunity to show that "no dream is ever too big"

Statistics Jersey have today published the results of the September 2019 Business Tendency Survey.

Islanders who take ranitidine are being reassured that alternatives are available.

The Government has appointed Sir Mark Boleat to the Board of Andium Homes as an independent Non-Executive Director, with the intention that he acts as Chair.

The Law Officers' Department has been awarded a Lexcel accreditation in recognition of its practice and people management.

Jersey's Royal Court has upheld the validity and compatibility with human rights of a notice issued by the Attorney General under the Investigation of Fraud Law

Supreme Court judgment accepts Jersey Attorney General’s argument on EU free movement of capital

Motorists are being reminded that Rouge Bouillon roadworks are scheduled to begin this Sunday, 27 October.

See the updated figures for life expectancy and healthy life expectancy in Jersey

The Migration Policy Development Board (MPDB) has published an interim report summarising its research surrounding migration controls and how any changes could be used to help reduce the island’s reliance on inward migration.

The Chief Minister has welcomed the Comptroller and Auditor General’s recommendation for a pay policy for all States-owned companies.

Students will tomorrow debate the advantages and pitfalls of social media and the role it plays in the lives of young people

A number of initiatives are being organised in Jersey for National Care Leavers’ Week

Children and young people can spend next week honing their digital and culinary skills, as part of three half-term camps run by Skills Jersey

Businesses that sell alcohol are being urged to renew their liquor licence before the annual deadline of 5pm on Tuesday, 5 November 2019.

More than 3,000 career changers, job seekers and students found out about the diverse opportunities and training available across the island’s industries at this year’s Jersey Skills Show

A young woman who has shown 'outstanding commitment' to putting young people first and ensuring their voices are heard has been chosen as this year’s new Youth Ambassador

The Chief Minister yesterday signed a renewed agreement with an international institution to broaden the teaching of the Portuguese language and culture in Jersey

The Minister for Children and Housing, Senator Sam Mézec, has lodged the draft Children and Education (Amendment) (Jersey) Law to end the use of physical punishment in Jersey

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

Revenue Jersey has issued online advice to help answer tax concerns and queries for those individual taxpayers experiencing delays in receiving their 2018 tax return notices.

The Government of Jersey publishes its plan to make public services more efficient and to redirect the money saved into improving front-line services

Health Visitors from Family Nursing and Home Care have achieved Stage 1 of the UNICEF Baby Friendly Initiative, an internationally-recognised award of quality care.

Jersey’s Law Officers’ Department work alongside the Kenyan government to tackle financial crime

The UK is to extend its World Trade Organisation membership to include the Channel Islands

A ministerial decision has been signed to make Green Street one-way

Government welcomes announcement of Fire and Rescue pay settlement

Statistics Jersey have released the September 2019 Retail Prices Index (RPI) figures. See the latest report...

The External Relations Minister is in Washington DC this week, to attend meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank (WB).

The first section of a major project to resurface Rouge Bouillon road will begin on Sunday, 27 October with the section between Queen’s Road roundabout and the junction to Drury lane, being completely closed to traffic until 3 November.

Parents in Jersey who are concerned about their child’s language development are being urged to ask for help and support as Developmental Language Disorder Day (DLD) happens this week.

The first annual conference and graduation ceremony for government employees who support children and young people’s emotional mental health and wellbeing through the ELSA programme takes place tomorrow

Two hundred young people who attend Jersey Youth Service projects around the island are due to attend the YOSCARS event to celebrate their achievements this week

Women in Jersey are being encouraged to discuss the subject of menopause and approach their GP for help and support on World Menopause Day.

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

Students preparing for life after school and members of the public who are considering a career change or developing their skills are encouraged to attend the Jersey Skills Show this week

The Employment Forum has recommended that the minimum wage should increase by 3.8 percent to £8.32 per hour from 1 April 2020.

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.

Read Statistics Jersey's Labour Market Report for key information on both public and private sector total employment

Islanders are being encouraged to join the Big Education Conversation as part of a major review of Jersey’s education system.

Motorists using Five Oaks roundabout are being advised to allow extra time for journeys when travelling into St Helier from Monday, 14 October as the next phase of roadworks begin on La Grande Route de St Martin.

Chief Minister issues an update on Government Plan engagement with Islanders

SelectUSA visits Jersey to facilitate business expansion and investment into the United States

A woman who works alongside Health and Community Services to champion the rights of islanders suffering from poor mental health has been shortlisted for a national award.

A new mental health drop-in facility is due to open

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.

Children and young people are today being reminded of the mental health provision and support available to them, as well as new initiatives being launched by the Children, Young People, Education and Skills department

The States Veterinary Officer, Brian Smith, is reminding people who import dogs, cats or ferrets for sale or for rehoming to have the correct paperwork when they arrive in the island to ensure entry.

Statistics Jersey today released figures of the number of people registered as actively seeking work on the Island.

A survey has been launched to gauge islanders’ awareness of, and receptiveness to, ideas which could become part of Jersey’s Sustainable Transport Strategy.

The Minister for Children has issued a statement about the Independent Jersey Care Inquiry

Young people and adults with experience of living in care in Jersey have contributed to a national report that was published last week

New service helps people with diabetes

School children are benefitting from an exercise initiative that aims to improve their fitness, wellbeing and concentration.

Jersey and Guernsey have attended the annual political summit with the region of Normandy and the department of La Manche to re-sign a cooperation agreement that promotes greater partnership working between the three jurisdictions.

The sons and daughters of foster parents in Jersey are being invited to take part in a national awareness campaign this month.

Government’s gender pay gap is published

Treasury Minister welcomes Fiscal Policy Panel's Annual Report for 2019

Graduates and school leavers who would like to become qualified accountants are being encouraged to apply for a new government training scheme.

Additional time is now required to complete the resurfacing on Longueville Road on Sunday, 13 October.

The sixth cohort of islanders to complete an apprenticeship programme that is unique to Jersey will graduate at a ceremony on Tuesday [8 October].

The owners of medium goods vehicles (MGVs) are being warned not to leave it to the last minute to book the new Driver and Vehicle Standards (DVS) inspection.

Another school has revised its mobile phones policy in a bid to enhance learning and wellbeing and ‘liberate’ students from the pressures associated with social media.

From concerns about food and medicine supplies to questions about passports and applying for settled status, islanders can raise their Brexit-related queries with Ministers and experts at an event on Monday (7th October).

The Government of Jersey has confirmed that it is working closely with parish Connétables and the Island’s charitable sector, including Citizens Advice Jersey, to provide additional support for vulnerable Islanders in the event of a no-deal Brexit.

St Helier businesses are being encouraged to take to the streets of town next week to congratulate this year’s cohort of University College Jersey students who are graduating

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

Starting this term all Government of Jersey primary and secondary schools will be independently reviewed. The reviews will evaluate the quality of provision for Jersey’s pupils, with a report of the findings being made available to the public

The latest report presenting estimates of the size and performance of Jersey's economy in 2017 has been published by Statistics Jersey.

A teacher from an award-winning organisation that pioneered dedicated GCSE and A-Level equivalent courses for the design, engineering and construction professions is in Jersey this week

A campaign to protect islanders who are most vulnerable to flu is underway