2014 news

Nearly 100 people who hadn't cycled for more than a year got back in the saddle during initiative

With many more people using the Island's seas and coast during the summer months, the Department of the Environment is reminding Islanders to refer to its code of conduct when interacting with marine wildlife

Prestigious standard has been awarded for first time in Channel Islands

Jersey's paths are used by an estimated 100,000 people a year including walkers, horse riders, dog owners and cyclists

​Talking therapy will provide faster, more accessible services for mental health issues

In 2013 the Fire & Rescue Service responded to 1,186 incidents, a slight increase on 2012

The Ordre du Mérite Maritime medal was awarded to Mike Smith for his diplomacy and development of legislation

The commemoration of the event which led to the start of the First World War is being supported by the International Maritime Organisation

More parishes to be included in Jersey Post scheme to look after elderly residents

Residents of sheltered accommodation feel the benefits of energy efficency measures carried out by the Community Buildings Programme

Grouville School becomes Jersey's first to reach Unicef level 1 accreditation as a rights respecting school

1,530 people were registered as Actively Seeking Work (ASW) in Jersey in May 2014

Free information and training for people interested in helping to conserve bats

Islanders can all take part in the consultation on the future of Jersey's ports

Temporary staff recruited for extra checks on the importation of duty free goods at the ports and airport this summer

A project to make St Helier a better place to be starts next month

Planning Minister agrees artificial pitch for Springfield - but imposes conditions on revised plans

The United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) is extended to Jersey

Connétable of St Helier to represent Jersey at New Jersey's 350th anniversary celebrations

HMS Iron Duke to fire a 15-gun ceremonial salute at Corbiere

Gus Paterson will take over as the new Director of Civil Aviation, a post that is jointly funded by Jersey and Guernsey to oversee the regulatory and security requirements of the Channel Islands' airspace

Success for a smart phone app to help the Department for the Environment map the invasive Japanese knotweed, but your help is still needed

Jersey's Planning Minister defers a decision on Springfield plans until he's had a chance to look at the site

The Planning Minister has rejected plans to rebuild the ruins of a farm at Egypte demolished by German forces during the war but has indicated that a smaller, more environmentally friendly application may be viewed more favourably

Islanders are being asked what they think the minimum wage should be from April 2015

Pan-island training in emergency services' major incident response

10 to 17 year olds can try a range of water sports for free next month

A successful scheme to teach computer programming is being rolled out ahead of schedule

Jersey's latest retail sales figures have been published by the Statistics Unit

The completed project will provide greater opportunities for young people and a better base for the Youth Service

Man taken to hospital with burns to his hands

The proceeds of the bond will go into a ring fenced fund which will be lent to affordable housing providers to finance investment in affordable homes

A tumble dryer or washing machine was the most likely source of a serious fire in town yesterday, according to firefighters

Chairman sought for financial services watchdog

The number of passengers travelling through Jersey Airport in 2014 so far is up 3.3% compared to last year

The British Horse Society and the States vet advise Islanders buying a horse to find a reputable seller and to get the right paperwork done

Park users survey results in three-month trial of a new skate park

War veterans and heads of state from around the world will be joined by a delegation from the Channel Islands at a series of commemorative services in Normandy to mark the 70th anniversary of the D-Day landings

The draft regulations provide for a free and independent dispute resolution service

Jersey’s historic properties can be made energy efficient according to a new report

The States of Jersey Treasury and Resources Minister, Senator Philip Ozouf, has made the following statement

850 islanders who used the A and E department in January are to be asked for their views for an independent survey

Pharmacies will be highlighting the dangers of keeping unwanted and out-of-date medicines in the home during a two-week campaign