2014 news

Economic diversification and financial services will be topics of discussion during an official visit to the United Arab Emirates later this week

AAL Recycling Ltd will be responsible for recycling inert material from Jersey's construction industry at the Aggregates Recycling Facility at La Collette

97% of people contacted by Marine Resources indicated they would like to apply for a permit online

A nationality registration prefix, ZJ-, has been secured for the Island

There were 1,730 people registered as Actively Seeking Work in Jersey in March 2014

Jersey in Figures presents key economic and social information about the Island within one booklet

Chief Minister welcomes the UK Prime Minister's recognition of Jersey's leading approach to raising standards of transparency on beneficial ownership

Positive action planned to protect children from second-hand smoke in cars

Aplication to demolish a nineteenth century lodge is approved

The Interim Population Policy proposes that the Island should plan for net migration of +325 people per year

Latest report indicates 98% of babies are immunised, however the Public Health Department says there is no room for complacency

Customs arrest three people in connection with the importation of mephedrone

Jersey joins Guernsey and West Normandy as signatories of a framework agreement for cooperation in marine renewable energy work

Shorter clinic waiting times mean improved quality of life for clinic patients

During the 12 months to March 2014 the All Item Retail Prices Index (RPI) for Jersey increased by 1.7%.

Economic Development and Treasury Ministers welcome publication of a study into comparative prices of cigarettes and tobacco

Payment of harbour dues and equipment repair are part of a proposed package to help the fishing industry

Laser technology by a new Health and Social Services Department consultant widens the range of treatment available at the General Hospital

In the centre's first year, support has been given to more than a thousand jobseekers

14 Island beaches passed the highest standard for clean bathing waters

The latest Business Tendency Survey report has been published by the States Statistics Unit.

Planning Minister announces workshops to discuss regenerating capital

Independent review shows pensions and benefits fund is healthy

Technology, foreign policy and financial services are among the topics to be discussed at a meeting in Malta

The way GP surgeries store medical records is changing to improve patient safety and continuity of care as well as healthcare statistics and planning.

The Skills for Success strategy provides strategic direction for the work of States departments, training providers and the Skills Board

Assistant Chief Minister, Senator Paul Routier, will attend an event in honour of the Irish President during his historic state visit to the UK

Anyone moving into full time paid work will be at least £61 a week better off

A local company will run a temporary café at Elizabeth Terminal while replacement operator is found

Householders asked to check their roof for nesting gulls now, rather than later

The Chief Minister will meet Chinese government officials and business representatives during a three-day visit to Beijing and Shanghai this week

Acting Chief Minister issues statement in response to tragic deaths this weekend

Three applications were considered at the ministerial planning meeting

Protecting business, capturing adjacent growth and exploring new opportunities are at the heart of a framework for the future of the financial services industry

The UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency runs the UK national coastguard, search and rescue services

The British-Irish Parliamentary Assembly is an opportunity to share knowledge and ideas with colleagues from across the British Isles