2020 news

The Minister for Social Security has agreed a two-month extension to the COVID-19 Related Emergency Support Scheme (CRESS).

The Children's Minister makes a statement about Jersey's first ever Children's Day

Latest test results show Jersey has no known active cases of COVID-19

Older Islanders who have been isolating during the COVID-19 outbreak have been invited to attend one of two socially-distanced coffee afternoons.

All schools and nurseries have been invited to choose a tree, to plant in their grounds, to celebrate and mark Jersey’s first Children’s Day, this Friday, 3 July 2020.

​Statistics Jersey have today published their latest economic indicators report.

A statement from the Deputy Chief Minister, Senator Lyndon Farnham

Statement from the Minister for External Relations, Senator Ian Gorst

A statement from the Chief Minister, Senator John Le Fondre, on updates to physical distancing guidance.

A statement from the Minister for Health and Social Services, Deputy Richard Renouf, regarding updating physical distancing guidance.

A statement from Senator Lyndon Farnham about the update of physical distancing guidance.

From Friday 26 June, Islanders are advised to maintain a physical distance of 1 metre or more from people outside of their household.

The Government has issued an Activity Risk Guide to support Islanders at high risk of illness from Covid-19 to make suitable decisions, when considering visiting friends and family and spending time outdoors.

Environmental Health is advising Islanders to stay off the beach and out of the water of St Aubin’s bay after a significant slurry spill in Fern Valley flowed into the bay.

An Interim Parental Payment Scheme (IPPS) will launch next Monday 29 June 2020.

Treasury Minister confirms timetable for a reduction in the "de minimis" GST level, and the introduction of simple interest on tax debts

The Health and Safety Inspectorate (HSI) has taken action regarding the sale and use of face masks which are labelled KN95, after the UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) issued a Safety Alert on their use.

More than 10,000 people have now had a Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) test as part of the Covid-19 testing strategy. Of these 10,093 people there have been 318 positive cases.

Two successful primary school headteachers have been appointed to launch new school partnerships in Jersey.

A scheme to help the fishing industry recover from the impact of COVID-19 has been approved.

Islanders will be able to participate in an Island-wide bat survey during July.

Co-funded payroll scheme is amended so more self-employed Islanders can claim for lost income

Statistics Jersey has launched the 2020 Jersey Opinions and Lifestyle Survey

The Government of Jersey has announced the appointment of a new Director of Local Services, Paul McGinnety.

Statistics Jersey have today published their latest economic indicators report.

Outside children’s play areas in several Government parks will reopen by early afternoon tomorrow.

Statistics Jersey have today issued their latest estimate of Jersey's resident population

Advice for those at high or moderate risk of illness from COVID-19 (previously ‘severely vulnerable’ and ‘vulnerable’) has been updated by the Deputy Medical Officer of Health.

The next Planning Committee meeting taking place on Friday, 19 June will be the third to be held virtually and open to the public.

Dexamethasone, an anti-inflammatory steroid, has been approved to treat all hospitalised patients across the UK requiring oxygen, including those on ventilators, from today.

All primary and secondary school students will begin to return to school from next Monday 22 June, the Education Minister has announced today.

Islanders are being encouraged to report any sightings of Oak Processionary Caterpillars this summer.

The States Assembly has approved a proposition to ban single-use plastic bags in order to reduce Jersey’s waste.

The Minister for Health and Social Services has received a report from the Medical Officer of Health (MoH) which advises that the existing regulations in place to prevent the spread of COVID-19 should be maintained.

Islanders who apply for a passport will start to be issued the new blue Jersey variant British passport from this week, following the UK’s departure from the European Union.

From Wednesday, 1 July, time restrictions and charging will be reinstated for Government-run car parks and on-street parking.

Funds worth up to £2 million from dormant bank accounts will be distributed to local charities.

The construction firm behind the building of the new Les Quennevais School, Jersey’s Police Headquarters and the redevelopment of College Gardens will spearhead a consortium to build Jersey’s new hospital.

The Government of Jersey is launching a new campaign, encouraging Islanders to enjoy the opportunities offered by an easing of lockdown restrictions, while still acting to reduce the risk of transmitting COVID-19.

Patients in Jersey requiring treatment at Southampton Hospital will need to isolate for 7 days prior to travelling to the UK from Monday, 15 June.

Statistics Jersey have today published their latest economic indicators report.

Places of worship will be able to reopen as Jersey moves into Level 2 of the Government’s Safe Exit Framework.

The Town Library will partially reopen from Friday 12 June, as the Island moves into Phase 2 of the Safe Exit Framework.

A statement from the Chief Minister, Senator John le Fondre

A statement from the Deputy Chief Minister, Senator Lyndon Farnham

The Government of Jersey has opened a consultation on guidance for consumers who have or are considering borrowing, as well as the providers of credit and related services during Covid-19.

Planning Committee meetings return online

Government publishes draft Level 2 guidance for businesses

An estimated 14,000 taxpayers are expected to file their tax returns online within the next eight weeks in addition to the 9,200 who have done so already.

The Children’s Minister, Education Minister and Children’s Commissioner are taking part in a live Q&A session with young people on Radio Youth FM this evening.

The Minister for Health and Social Services, Deputy Richard Renouf, has welcomed the results of the expanded second round of the community antibody testing programme, which were published today.

Primary schools in Jersey recorded a 93% attendance rate yesterday for the first day back to school for many students following the closures.

This year’s first Visites du Branchage will go ahead from 24 June.

The Sports Consultancy Group has been established by the Assistant Minister responsible for Sport, Senator Steve Pallett.

Almost 300 laptops and internet devices have been ordered or donated to schools to help students, who do not have access to devices, with their home learning.

Statistics Jersey have today published the results of the second round of the community antibody testing program,

Young carers are being celebrated this week as part of a national campaign that aims to highlight the important role that carers play in our communities

A statement from the Chief Minister, Senator John Le Fondre

The Minister for the Environment has published new Supplementary Planning Guidance to inform any future planning application for a new hospital.

Over the past two months, a record-breaking number of Islanders have used a key cycling route and, at the same time, the number of vehicles using the tunnel has dropped by more than a third.

Treasury and Exchequer and the States of Jersey Development Company (SOJDC) have responded to the ‘report on States of Jersey Development Company’

​Statistics Jersey have today published their latest economic indicators report.

The Government has published its Covid-19 strategy update, to suppress the virus, contain it where it arises, and to shield those most at risk.

Jersey's Minister for External Relations meets Penny Morgaunt MP to discuss the Islands' interests during the UK-EU negotiations.

Deputy Gregory Guida, will unveil a mural which aims to raise awareness about the effects of climate change.

This week the Government, volunteer.je and Jersey Sport are celebrating National Volunteers' Week.

The Children, Young People, Education and Skills Department has worked in partnership with Jersey Post to help students get their belongings back from student accommodation.

The fees for people not registered with a GP and using Jersey General Hospital’s Urgent Treatment Centre (UTC) at Jersey General Hospital have been withdrawn.

The Government Co-Funded Payroll Scheme has been extended until at least the end of August 2020, following a decision from the Council of Ministers yesterday.

Students, young people, businesses looking to recruit graduates, and Islanders seeking work or changing careers can receive online and virtual support from Skills Jersey

Government is to provide a daily update on the number of active Covid-19 cases

A statement from the Deputy Chief Minister, Senator Lyndon Farnham.