2022 news

​Islanders will be able to attend a free exhibition in Jersey Museum’s Link Gallery, showcasing this year’s Jersey Design Awards winners, from 9 January until 31 January.

More than 100 dairy cows at a Jersey farm have fallen ill and died since Thursday, samples from the feed and the animals have been sent for analysis.

An exclusion zone has been placed around an area of open water in St Ouen’s Bay which was the site of a collision between a fishing boat and the Commodore Goodwill.

A project to understand the movement and behaviour of bluefin tuna in Jersey continues for a second year running.

An action plan seeking to tackle the issue of vacant homes has been published by the Minister for Housing and Communities, Deputy David Warr, today.

La Frégate on the Esplanade, St Helier, has been awarded Grade 2 listed status, based on its architectural significance, following a recommendation from Jersey Heritage.

Updated advice from Public Health, States Vets and Natural Environment has been issued to minimise the risk of Islanders coming into contact with Avian Influenza (bird flu).

Islanders will be able to exchange toys they no longer want for something new to them via an event at St Paul’s Centre next month.

New restrictions on the importation of pork and pork products have been introduced in Jersey to help prevent the spread of African swine fever.

Jersey Police and colleagues from Driver and Vehicle Standards (DVS) are reminding motorists to check their vehicles and ensure they’re roadworthy ahead of the colder winter months.

Islanders are being reminded of the planning rules and required permissions for using homes for short-term holiday lettings.

Jersey’s Deputy Chief Veterinary Officer has written to local bird keepers to remind them of the importance of good biosecurity measures, and to strongly encourage separating poultry from wild birds whenever possible.

The review of the Our Hospital Project has issued its report and recommendations to the States Assembly

A report analysing bat recordings logged over the past decade in Jersey has been published by the Government of Jersey and the Bat Conservation Trust.

​A report looking into potential sites for two new primary schools in St Helier has been published.

​The Chief Minister, Deputy Kristina Moore, has written to two States-owned entities in relation to using Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) in two key upcoming housing developments.

​New planning guidance has been published for consultation, which if adopted would restrict the development of new large homes in Jersey.

​The Minister for Infrastructure, Deputy Tom Binet, who is responsible for the review into the Our Hospital project has released an update on the review and the timeline for the publication of the final report.

Avian influenza (bird flu) restrictions will be lifted in Jersey from Thursday 13 October, following no new outbreaks in the past six weeks.

To mark World Homelessness Day, the government is raising awareness of the local services available for Islanders who find themselves, or someone they know, needing support.

The Minister for Housing and Communities, Deputy David Warr, has published a formal definition of homelessness in Jersey

A study of the “blue carbon” resources in the sea around Jersey has been published by the government’s Marine Resources team.

Minister for Infrastructure, Deputy Tom Binet has appointed Mr Alan Moore as the Principal Expert Adviser to support the Our Hospital review team.

The Minister for the Environment, Deputy Jonathan Renouf, has published an updated framework for Conservation Areas in Jersey, setting out the basis for introducing the new areas.

The Minister for the Environment, Deputy Jonathan Renouf, has confirmed that he will not call a public inquiry into the planning application for the redevelopment of the former Water’s Edge Hotel in Bouley Ba

All birdkeepers in Jersey must house their birds from this Wednesday (7 September 2022) to help prevent further outbreaks of Avian Influenza (bird flu).

Islanders are being asked for their views on how the proposed extension to Coronation Park should look.

Samples sent for testing, after six chickens died at a property in St Lawrence, have proved positive for avian influenza (bird flu).

Organisations, parishes, and landowners have the opportunity to bid for funding to create countryside paths as part of a new Countryside Access and Wellbeing project.

Large sections of the cycle path along St Aubin’s Bay promenade have been widened, and new markings and signage have been introduced, to make the route safer and encourage more people to cycle.

Samples taken from the birds which died suddenly at a farm in St Peter at the weekend have all proved positive for Highly Parthenogenic Avian Influenza (bird flu).

The Government has approved a project to build 169 new affordable homes in St Helier.

A herring gull found dead at Long Beach, Gorey, has tested positive for Avian Influenza (bird flu).

Islanders encouraged to report signs of bat roosts

Islanders are being reminded that Jersey’s new Single Use Plastics Law comes into effect two weeks from today, on Thursday 21 July 2022

​Islanders are being reminded of the potential dangers of Oak Processionary Moth caterpillars, which have been found at St Andrew's Park, a private garden, and a number of other locations in the area.

The Environment Minister has decided to grant conditional approval for the Our Hospital planning application

Invasive Species Week aims to raise awareness of threats to biodiversity

The Minister for Housing and Communities, Deputy Russell Labey, has outlined proposals to bring forward a new policy to support local first-time buyers.

An assessment of Japanese Knotweed in Jersey has confirmed the presence of the invasive, non-native weed in 270 sites across the Island

Jersey’s on-Island greenhouse gas emissions statistics for 2020 have been published as part of the UK’s annual inventory

The Minister for the Environment’s Jersey Architecture Commission has launched the Jersey Design Awards for 2022.

From today, Islanders who have completed an assessment determining whether they are eligible for free PFOS testing will begin to receive letters from Public Health confirming whether their referral has been approved.

Fishing will no longer be permitted in Portelet Bay, after States Members voted to create Jersey’s first No Take Zone.

Four areas of Les Ecréhous have been designated as Areas of Special Protection under Jersey’s Wildlife Law.

Jersey’s Chief Vet has thanked Islanders for their efforts to date to help stop the spread of avian influenza (bird flu).

Bridging Island Plan is approved

Senator Lyndon Farnham makes a speech at a Chamber of Commerce lunch, to brief members on the Our Hospital Project

Extension for Springfield spectator improvements

The Minister for the Environment has published a framework to set out how conservation areas may be designated in Jersey.

The Carbon Neutral Roadmap, which sets the policies to put Jersey on a pathway to net-zero emissions by 2050, has been published and lodged with the States for approval.

The referral deadline for Islanders seeking blood tests for PFAS has been extended until Wednesday 6 April.

The Minister for the Environment, Deputy John Young, has lodged proposals to regulate social work and mental health services for children and young people.

Jersey's Chief Veterinary Officer, Alistair Breed, is introducing formal restrictions and biosecurity measures requiring keepers to prevent their birds from having contact with wild birds.

Jersey's Chief Vetenary Officer, Alistair Breed, has introduced new biosecurity measures to prevent domestic and wild birds coming into contact.

Bird keepers are being urged to house their birds after a further positive case of bird flu was identified.

A proposed fee structure to allow the regulation of children's care services has been proposed

Two cases of bird flu have been identified in Jersey

The Minister for the Environment, Deputy John Young, has called a public inquiry into the recently-lodged plans to further develop Jersey’s Waterfront area.

The Minister for Housing and Communities, Deputy Russell Labey, has launched a survey to further understand the future needs of homeowners in Jersey.

The public inquiry into the planning application to develop the Overdale site for the Our Hospital project will be delayed by one week.

​The independent planning inspectors reviewing the draft Bridging Island Plan have submitted their report to the Minister for the Environment, following the recent Examination in Public.

Kelly Whitehead has been appointed as the government’s Group Director for Regulation.

The Island of Jersey has been given land at Millbrook Playing Fields by a benefactor who wishes to remain anonymous