2020 news

Islanders are strongly advised to wear face masks when visiting indoor public places, but this will not currently be made mandatory.

Covid risk assessments for countries are reviewed

A statement from the Minister for Treasury and Resources, Deputy Susie Pinel

A statement from Minister for Economic Development, Senator Lyndon Farnham

Ministers have announced an extension to the Government Co-Funded Payroll Scheme (CFPS) until March 2021.

Statistics Jersey have today published their latest economic indicators report.

The BBC have launched a public consultation into the funding of reduced-cost TV licences for people over the age of 75.

Treasury and Resources Minister, Deputy Susie Pinel, is proposing reforms to simplify the way two-thirds of Jersey’s taxpayers pay their taxes.

The Government of Jersey has invited the Independent Children’s Homes Association (ICHA) to review the Island’s residential children’s homes from next month.

Assistant Social Security Minister, Deputy Scott Wickenden, has lodged a proposition to cut employees’ Social Security contributions by 2%.

Changes in Covid risk announced for four countries

Parents and carers who are keen to keep their children entertained during the summer holidays can now search for ideas on an online resource.

The Assisted Reproductive Unit (ARU), which paused treatment due to the coronavirus pandemic, is to re-open at a dedicated facility at Overdale Hospital from today.

States of Jersey Police announce changes to Deputy Chief Officer position

Waterworks Valley is to be made more pedestrian-friendly on Sundays throughout August in a trial scheme to support Islanders’ wellbeing.

Statistics Jersey have today published their latest economic indicators report.

The Council of Ministers has decided to remain in Level 2 of the Safe Exit Framework until early August.

Islanders have just one week left to file their tax returns online. There are at least 8,000 taxpayers expected to file online by the 31 July deadline.

Islanders who receive Income Support or Pension Plus will receive a £100 additional financial payment this week.

Statistics Jersey have today published the results from the latest Business Tendency Survey.

Temporary bicycle parking is being installed in St Helier this week which, if popular, will be replaced by permanent cycle racks.

Resurfacing and drainage repair works on La Grande Route de la Côte (the St Clement’s Coast Road) between School Road and Rue de Maupertuis will begin on Monday 27 July.

The Government of Jersey has updated its Countries Risk Assessment, which categorises countries into three groups (green, amber and red) with increasing levels of self-isolation and testing requirements depending on current risk.

Mydeposits Jersey has been reappointed as the scheme administrator for the Island’s tenancy deposit scheme.

Patients receiving surgery at the General Hospital will need to follow COVID-19 safety guidance including being swab tested and following a period of self isolation after their test.

Over 60 Islanders attended the latest Closer to Home event, which was the first event since the COVID-19 outbreak.

From today (Monday 20 July), outpatient services will resume at Jersey’s General Hospital. Initially, there will be a reduced level of routine outpatient activity due to the COVID-19 safety guidelines in place for patients and staff.

The Government of Jersey, together with the States of Guernsey, have transferred the Channel Islands Air Ambulance agreement to Gama Aviation, with the aim of securing the long-term sustainability and resilience of the service.

​Statistics Jersey has today published the June 2020 Retail Prices Index (RPI) report.

Statistics Jersey have today published their latest economic indicators report.

Children aged between 4-11 can take part in this year’s Summer Reading Challenge at Jersey Library.

Two primary school headteachers – who have more than seven decades of teaching between them – are retiring this week.

All schools will return full-time in September

Jersey Library’s mobile library service, which allows people to access books and other items across the Island, will restart on Monday 20 July.

Ministers are to discuss a move to Level 1 of the Safe Exit Framework

Hundreds of Haute Vallée students will be able to walk to school more safely following a decision by the Minister for Infrastructure, Deputy Kevin Lewis, to put in place a raised zebra crossing on St John’s Road.

The Essential Worker Antibody Survey of almost 8,000 people found that around 4% tested positive for COVID-19 antibodies, and more than half of the people who had antibodies reported no symptoms.

The current Les Quennevais School, which has educated thousands of children during its 56-year history, is closing its doors for good on Thursday.

The work of the Community Task Force - which coordinated support for Islanders during lockdown– will now be incorporated into the Government’s usual work.

Jersey and United Arab Emirates agree business support initiatives

Islanders can once again accompany their partners for pregnancy scans at the General Hospital.

Closer to Home public drop-in event this week

Five sites are shortlisted for Our Hospital project

Senator Lyndon Farnham announces measures to help keep people in their jobs and protect their livelihoods

Deputy Judy Martin explains how Jersey's economy will be supported in the months to come

Deputy Susie Pinel announces a package of measures to minimise the impact of the pandemic

Senator John Le Fondré announces plans to support Jersey's recovery from the effects of the global pandemic

The Urgent Treatment Centre (UTC) at Jersey’s General Hospital is to close due to low rates of COVID-19 infection and easing of lockdown measures.

A support package of more than £150 million to boost the economy in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic has been unveiled by the Government of Jersey today.

Statistics Jersey have today published their latest economic indicators report.

The law that protects Jersey’s children is being updated so that earlier help is given to children and families, with support services working closer together to understand, assess and meet the wellbeing needs of children.

The Government of Jersey has responded to a report on complaints handling, which was issued this week by the Comptroller and Auditor General (C&AG).

The impact of COVID-19 on businesses, education and training will be the focus of this year’s Jersey’s Annual Skills & Employability Conference on Thursday.

The registered unemployment report for the second quarter of 2020 has been published today by Statistics Jersey.

Patients receiving care with the Jersey General Hospital will once again be able to transfer to UK hospitals on commercial flights, with bookings being made from 9 July onwards.

The Minister for the Environment, Deputy John Young, has set out for States Members his proposal for a ‘bridging’ Island Plan, which would provide a new planning framework for managing Jersey’s environment between 2022 and 2024

On 13 July, the Minister for External Relations from the Government of Jersey, Senator Ian Gorst, will host a webinar on growth and partnership opportunities between the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Jersey

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

Jersey has joined the UK in introducing a new sanctions regime which ensures that funds or assets held in Jersey linked to gross human rights violations will be frozen

The Minister for Education has approved £65,000 of funding to be paid to nurseries which provided care for children of critical workers and vulnerable children during the lockdown.

The Government is to provide a loan of up to £10 million to Blue Islands.

Economic Council recovery work is under way

The Jersey General Hospital will open to visitors again from Monday, 6 July with strict COVID-19 safety measures in place to safeguard staff, patients and visitors.

With the deadline for online tax filing on 31 July, Revenue Jersey has produced a new guidance video to help Islanders prepare for online filing

The States of Jersey Prison Service (SoJPS) is due to re-start social visits for prisoners on Monday 6 July, following the easing of Covid-19 restrictions at the facility.

Statistics Jersey have today published their latest economic indicators report.

Almost every primary school child in Jersey has now returned to school, with one year group recording a 99% attendance rate.

Driver and Vehicle Standards (DVS) has re-opened its doors for theory and practical driving tests.

The Primary Care Body, on behalf of all the GPs in the Island, wish to inform patients that GPs will not be renewing the temporary contracts with Health and Community Services in August.

The Minister for Treasury and Resources, Deputy Susie Pinel, has today signed a Ministerial Decision making several amendments to the Government Co-Funding Payroll Scheme (CFPS).

States Assembly agrees testing programme for the opening of Jersey’s borders

A secondary school described as a support for the town community during the COVID-19 pandemic has been given a grant by a St Helier charitable trust to buy devices for students and families to access learning.

Latest Brexit Update Report is presented to the States Assembly

Islanders can apply for a scheme that supports apprentices and businesses through professional mentoring and industry-specific training

Government sports centres expand their programmes and apply reduced charges