2018 news

Customer and Local Services is celebrating the successful launch of their new customer services hub in La Motte Street.

Representatives from the island’s sports industry have collaborated with Highlands College to design a new sports course

Projects include funding for a Digital Academy as well as modernisation and support for non-ministerial functions.

The financing has been approved for a new academy, where Jersey’s professional digital skills can be developed.

The Access India programme, a scheme that supports businesses in accessing the Indian market, has been opened up to Jersey firms.

The Minister for Children and Housing, Senator Sam Mézec, has today published details of a children's legislation transformation programme.

Review finds JCRA investigation was reasonable

Following a rigorous selection and training process, fourteen Authorised Civil Celebrants will be sworn in at the Royal Court tomorrow, giving them authority to conduct wedding ceremonies at any non-religious licensed venue in Jersey.

In 2018 there have been 159 fly tipping reports to the Environmental Protection department compared to 105 last year.

With 100 days to Brexit, the Government of Jersey are today announcing plans for a series of public events to engage residents and businesses in the preparations that are underway for the UK’s exit from the European Union

Vegetables and herbs grown at La Moye are being used to supply a charity café as part of a number of prison initiatives that are benefitting the community

Statistics Jersey have released a report on long term health conditions and multi morbidity

La Moye prison has been offering one-to-one sessions to help inmates quit smoking as the prison prepares to be smoke free in January

Islanders who wish to quit smoking are being encouraged to visit their local pharmacies for support

A new Director General has been appointed for Health and Community Services

Recycling advice for Christmas wrapping paper

More than half of all motorists are now using the PaybyPhone payment system when they park.

A programme to foster international school links and bring Chinese students to study in the island has begun at Jersey College for Girls.

Skills Jersey has relocated to town in a move that will create a more efficient and joined-up service to children, young people, lifelong learners and employers

The External Relations Minister, Senator Ian Gorst, has signed an asset-sharing agreement to return confiscated assets to Kenya as part of ongoing work to tackle financial crime.

Jersey and Gunersey officials have pledged to work together to share expertise and deliver high-quality services to islanders.

The Education Minister is stepping down as Deputy Chief Minister and resigning as Chair of the States Employment Board to focus solely on Education.

Work to completely remodel St Mary’s Primary School will begin in January. The work will retain the historic parts of the building, while creating a modern learning environment.

A number of roles in Health and Community Services are regraded after an independent report finds they were wrongly uplifted

Legislation designed to protect Jersey’s international interests and to ensure the government is able to respond effectively to the potential impacts of Brexit has been passed.

The Minister for External Relations, Senator Ian Gorst, will lead a delegation to Kenya and Rwanda next week to strengthen Jersey’s links with East Africa

Jersey and Guernsey officials will next week [Monday 10 December] formalise plans to work together to deliver high-quality health and care services.

Revised pay offers have been made to a number of pay groups. This follows continuing discussions since announcing the implementation of pay offers for Civil Servants, Teachers, Head Teachers and Uniformed Services.

La Moye prisoners with a background in carpentry will be working on transforming a disused school bus into an additional library for Haute Vallée School.

Officers are working to minimise the impact of the proposed industrial action by civil servants tomorrow (Friday 7 December) from 9am to 11am.

The 2018 report on the Jersey Opinions and Lifestyle Survey has been released today by Statistics Jersey

List of schools impacted by proposed industrial action

It has been agreed to introduce a limited amount of commercial fishing, for a small number of inshore boats for a short period to allow for data to be collected which will assist future stock management.

The department for Children, Young People, Education and Skills has issued a statement ahead of proposed industrial action by some civil servants on Friday, 7 December.

The Chief Minister has given a statement following Dame Margaret Hodge's visit to Jersey

A year-long trial closure of Chasse Brunet to through-traffic will start on Monday 10 December

Les Quennevais Sports Centre has been rated excellent following a two-year assessment by Quest Plus, a leading UK assessor for the sport and leisure industry

The co-founder of a leading programme to inspire young people to become interested in design and engineering is in Jersey this week to teach Le Rocquier School pupils

The government has announced proposals for a new model of health care for Jersey, which is led by clinical professionals, and is supported by a modern, effective, efficient and restructured Health and Community Services department.

Combined Control Room is the latest step towards ‘One Gov’

Workshop identifies ways to improve voluntary sector's working relationship with the States of Jersey

EY has been appointed as the States of Jersey's digital modernisation delivery partner

Treasury Minister approves thirteen funding bids

Jersey's Health Minister responds to report from the Hospital Policy Board

Minimum standards for rental accommodation will come into force following the signing of a Ministerial Order

Chief Minister sets strategic objectives for States Chief Executive

Tax services will be restricted in January while the computer system is updated and all taxpayers’ paper-based files are packed securely and moved to La Motte Street

The Health and Safety Inspectorate is relocating to sit alongside Justice and Home Affairs colleagues in Maritime House

The Child Measurement report for 2018 has been published today by Statistics Jersey

You're invited to find out about resurfacing work on La Route des Quennevais

The findings of a government-funded strategic review into Jersey’s culture, arts and heritage has been published

Parking at Le Parc de la Petite Falaise, Trinity, is to be better regulated

Robin Walker MP underlines that the future relationship between Jersey and the UK will respect the shared constitutional relationship between the two jurisdictions, and the Crown Dependencies’ fiscal autonomy.​

Minister welcomes 5G connectivity for the Channel Islands

Deadline to answer wildlife law questionnaire is approaching

Jersey signs landmark Customs Arrangement with the UK

Health and Community Services launches a new campaign to encourage young women to get their first cervical screening test

Beneficial Ownership policy document is published

Islanders are reminded to come along next week to meet members of the Council of Ministers at two public events, where senior politicians will explain government’s plans for their time of office

The House Price Index report for the third quarter of 2018 has been published by Statistics Jersey.

La Moye is the only place in the Channel Islands that grows the houseplant, which is delivered each November to Co-op stores across the island.

Victims of sexual offences will have greater protection and a clearer pathway to justice when a new law comes into force on Friday 23 November

Pantosaurus – the friendly animated dinosaur – who provides simple advice to children on how to stay safe will help to switch on the Christmas lights in St Helier on Thursday

The States Employment Board has agreed revised pay offers for two groups of public servants, and the implementation of the existing pay offer for three other groups

A 12-week consultation, which seeks islanders’ views on divorce reform, the future of civil partnerships and the age of marriage, has been launched

The Health and Community Services department has organised two information sessions later this month for nurses who would like to return to the profession

The Minister and Assistant Minister for Treasury and Resources are proposing a change in the 2019 Budget, which would introduce a new principle of presumed consent for married women in relation to their tax affairs

The Health and Community Services department is inviting islanders interested in a career in nursing to find out more about studying for their degree in Jersey

The Council of Ministers has approved a significant new plan for Children and Young People that aims to make Jersey the best place to grow up in

Parents, caregivers and professionals are invited to an event this week to gather ideas about how to give children the best possible start

Eco active are running a free 'lunch and learn' session to teach island businesses how to better understand their energy bills and save money

Two consultation papers have been published proposing to regulate consumer lending and pensions business

A drop-in session will take place on Wednesday evening so that islanders can give their views on how safety can be improved for walkers and cyclists on Route Orange.

UK Government reaffirms commitment to constitutional relationship with Jersey

Jersey's Chief Minister, Senator John le Fondré, makes his first official visit to China

Assets have been confiscated from a US identity theft fraudster

Tributes to St Helier Deputy Richard Rondel, who has died after a long illness

The Chief Minister will preside over a student debate about overseas aid in the States Chamber.

Pet owners planning on travelling to the EU after Brexit are advised to prepare as soon as possible.

Jersey's Minister for External Relations has welcomed the U.K. Prime Minister's statement on the UK-EU Withdrawal Agreement

The Jersey's Chief Minister has received the Hospital Policy Development Board's report

Volunteers are being urged to contact HM Prison La Moye to support a variety of duties

The Minister for Home Affairs has approved a change in policy that will make 130 seasonal work permits available for the agriculture industry to employ workers from outside the European Economic Area

A new facilities management course has been developed at Highlands to address the need for more skilled islanders

Patients experiencing a cough this winter are being encouraged to try simple remedies or over-the-counter cough medicines first, rather than expecting antibiotics from their GP

Teams from the department of Children, Young People, Education and Skills came together over half term to deliver an exciting cookery course for young people.

Jersey's External Relations Minister visits United Arab Emirates and Bahrain

Supplies of the ‘enhanced’ flu vaccine for people aged 65 and over have arrived in the island

A group of anti-bullying ambassaors and their teachers are visiting London with the Education Minister to take part in a nationwide event that aims to stop bullying

Staff from across the States of Jersey were celebrated at the first-ever One Gov Awards ceremony last night (Wednesday 7 November)

States Members have joined Ministers and senior officials in signing the Pledge to Jersey’s Children and Young People

Guidance for how the States' draft Taxation Companies Economic Substance Law will operate has been published.

The latest employment figures have been released by Statistics Jersey

Jersey Library has completed a four-year project to index Evening Post newspapers covering the period of the Great War.

Following extensive refurbishment, the island's blood donation service has reopened.

Application forms are being sent today to all parents who registered for a States’ school place for September 2019.

Ministers boost ties with high-growth global markets outside the EU

Senator Sam Mézec has agreed a two-year extension to the contract with a company that administers the States tenancy deposit scheme. Under the extension, mydeposits Jersey will continue to administer the scheme on behalf of the States until 2020.

Planning and Building Control are the next to move their customer services to La Motte Street

Islanders will have the chance to meet members of the Council of Ministers at a series of public events, where senior politicians will explain government’s plans for their time in office.

International Games Week is a global initiative which aims to connect communities through their local libraries.

Health and Community Services has set about strengthening its governance arrangements following criticism in a recent report by the Comptroller and Auditor General

Children with disabilities and their families are invited to sign up to a new register, which will provide information about the activities and support available

Annual increases in rents for people living in socially rented housing are set within new restricted range.

Proposed changes to the Jersey Immigration Rules will allow EU citizens to remain living in Jersey after Brexit.

The Youth Oscars (YOSCARS) are being held on Tuesday 30 October and will be attended by Education Minister and Children's Minister.

Passport and Customs helpdesks move to the same location as a wide range of other government services from Monday 29 October

Broad Street is due to be closed to traffic from 8.30am to 4pm this Sunday (28 October) so that changes can be made to two zebra crossings at Charing Cross.

The Children, Young People, Education and Skills Department has launched a consultation into changes to the short breaks provision for children with disabilities

The second phase of resurfacing work on La Grande Route de St Clement is set to take place over next week’s half term holidays

Plans for redevelopment at the prison have been signed off by the Home Affairs Minister

A drop-in session is being held at Hautlieu School to consider proposals to make Bagatelle Lane safer

A new head teacher has been appointed to Springfield School

60% of primary school children have received the flu vaccination.

Jersey’s Treasury Minister has welcomed the publication of the independent Fiscal Policy Panel’s (FPP) latest Annual Report

Update on the progress made in 2017 towards reducing the island's greenhouse gas emissions has been published.

The Minister for External Relations has lodged a draft Taxation Companies Economic Substance Law for debate by the States Assembly on 4 December 2018

An opportunity has arisen for the States of Jersey Development Company to buy the Waterfront Leisure Complex from the existing lease holder

The Minister for External Relations has lodged a new Sanctions and Asset-Freezing Law to allow Jersey to impose the same sanctions as the UK after Brexit

The first annual progress report on the Disability Strategy has been published today

Statistics Jersey have released the Retail Prices Index report for September 2018

With only a week to go until the island's first 'Wellfest' event, islanders are being asked to remmeber to book their tickets for the free event at Les Ormes, on Saturday 27 October.

New figures reveal that more than half of three to four year olds now use mobile devices to access the internet for nearly eight hours a week.

The newly formed Customer and Local Services ‘One Front Door’ at La Motte Street opens on Monday, 22 October

Sunday 11 November marks 100 years since the end of the Great War. Jersey will hold a number of events to mark the end of hostilities in 1918.

Jersey's Chief Minister has spoken about the importance of investing in local talent.

The results of the September 2018 Business Tendency Survey have been released by Statistics Jersey

Jersey Overseas Aid has joined with Skills Jersey Trackers Programme to begin a partnership aiming to provide potential volunteers for community work projects.

A report on the financial outlook of the Long Term Care Fund has been published today.

Hospital staff are launching an initiative this week to help patients feel more mobile and independent when they have to spend time in hospital

DVS is holding an open day where commercial vehicle operators can find out about the new Commercial Vehicle Operator Licensing scheme

Fostering and Adoption Jersey will this week focus on dispelling the myths around adopting a child.

The maximum taxi / cab tariffs are set to increase from today

A week long campaign to encourage Jersey parents and carers to talk to their children about sexual abuse has launched, as new figures show an increase in offences against children aged between four and eight.

Islanders invited to comment on a draft Wildlife Law

Jersey’s Children’s Minister and government representatives are visiting Norway and Sweden to understand how these countries have embedded the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child into law

People moving to Jersey to take on essential roles, such as doctors, nurses and social workers, will be moving into new key worker accommodation next month

The Chief Minister has signed a Ministerial Decision to appoint four Non-Executive Directors to the board of the Office of the Information Commissioner

The construction of the French Harbour boardwalk, a new cycle track which will provide a link for the routes from the west of the island to Havre Des Pas, begins on Monday

The States of Jersey has today announced six senior leadership appointments across four departments, following an extensive recruitment process.

A young woman dedicated to supporting others with mental health problems will be first to receieve Prince's Trust award

Health and Community Services confirm that the option of pool births has been reinstated at the Maternity Unit

Chief Minister, Senator John Le Fondré, announced in a speech this lunchtime that the States of Jersey would make £30 million of savings in 2019

Islanders can learn more about saving a life and find out about becoming a Community First Responder at Restart a Heart day next week

The registered unemployment report for the third quarter of 2018 has been released by Statistics Jersey.

More than 2,100 adults are protected against flu in the first week of this year’s vaccination programme

Ministers explain how their strategic priorities will be developed, as part of the Government Plan, into costed actions for their four year term of office

Islanders who regularly use coast and countryside paths are invited to put their name forward to join the new Jersey Access Forum

The Treasury and Resources Minister has developed Budget 2019, focusing on affordability, common sense, and balance

Islanders are being encouraged to get involved in World Mental Health Day this week, which has a focus on young people and mental health in a changing world

Dr Turnbull writes to all head teachers to provide reassurance of flu vaccine safety for children

The Minister for the Environment has responded to the findings of the Complaints Board about the processing of the planning applications for Broughton Lodge Farm in St Mary

A new law to protect private land owners against abandoned vehicles parked without owners permission.

Drop-in sessions for parishioners to find out more about road safety proposals in St Ouen

A fifth cohort of islanders to complete apprenticeships with the Trackers programme will 'graduate' this week

The Common Strategic Policy sets out where ministers will focus their efforts

The latest report presenting estimates of the size and performance of Jersey's economy in 2017 has been published by Statistics Jersey.

Between the 4 and 8 October, islanders can hear about upcoming changes to how taxes are collected

Children in Jersey will benefit from a newly refurbished Child Development and Therapy Centre

The Employment Forum recommends a 6.9% increase in the minimum wage

Landlords are invited to a free seminar to help them understand their responsibilities following the introduction of minimum standards for rented accommodation

Law firms in Jersey can now pay property stamp duty on behalf of their clients online

The ban on recreational catching of European Seabass will be lifted from today

Work starts soon on safety improvements to Longueville Road

The new Mental Health Law comes into force on Monday, 1 October

New law aims to uphold human rights and support people with decision making

Trackers, part of Jersey’s Children, Young People, Education and Skills Department, are launching a new civil engineering apprenticeship

This year's Stoptober campaign includes optional carbon monoxide testing for pregnant women

Eighty-three per cent of teachers in Jersey are satisfied with their roles

The annual flu vaccination programme, which launches on Monday, 1 October, will offer the vaccine to secondary school students for the first time.

The Minister for Infrastructure has approved a six-month trial to set a three-hour parking limit on 12 spaces on Victoria Avenue.

Shoppers asked to help shape retail development strategy

Islanders are invited to have their heart rhythms checked for free

Annual Mortality Statistics and Life Expectancy figures have been released today by Statistics Jersey

Neighbouring residents and employees of Jersey's proposed new hospital are invited to hear updates and give their views at a forum this week

New speed limits will apply on roads in Grouville and St Helier after the Minister for Infrastructure signed a Ministerial Decision

​An overview of how Jersey would implement international standards for vehicle safety and roadworthiness has been presented to States Members

Families with young children are invited to ‘make their mark’ at a special beach event with local artist Ian Rolls.

Health and Community Services are encouraging 70 year olds who haven’t yet had the shingles vaccine to take advantage of this effective protection against the condition.

The latest Immunisation Statistics report is released today by Statistics Jersey

​The States of Jersey will soon be providing most of its frontline customer services in one place.

Health staff will be asked for their views on the location of Jersey's new hospital through a survey commissioned by the Hospital Policy Development Board.

A change partner is appointed to help the States of Jersey create One Government culture

Environment experts meet in Jersey to share ideas and discuss future projects

His Excellency Mr Manuel Lobo Antunes, the Ambassador of Portugal, will make an official visit to Jersey tomorrow (Thursday 20 September) to Friday 21 September.

Ministers have responded to an E-Petition asking for a ‘Rental Price Cap Law’.

As part of the French Experience, Jersey’s Assistant Minister for Education, Deputy Jeremy Maçon, will visit Caen on Friday to sign an agreement to strengthen Jersey’s educational links with France.

Responsibility for the digital industry has returned to the Economic Development portfolio

Minister for Infrastructure proposes Jersey should process Alderney's waste in the Energy from Waste plant

When the UK leaves the EU in 2019, new rules will apply for all British passport holders travelling to the Schengen area of Europe.

The Chief Minister's speech at the opening of Jersey Enterprise Week 2018

The States of Jersey seeks a partner to help modernise government’s digital services

Apply to become an independent civil celebrant, closing date 3 October 2018

The Environment Minister has banned recreational fishermen from catching bluefin tuna

Jersey’s Health and Social Services Minister has welcomed the opening of a public inquiry examining plans for a new hospital.

A public inquiry into the Future Hospital planning application to build on the existing hospital site is set to begin next week.

The interim Director General of Health and Community Services, Anthony McKeever, responds to a report on governance from the Comptroller and Auditor General

Pupils at Le Rocquier School will be the first to benefit from a new digital engineering programme being launched in Jersey.

​More than 300 primary school teachers are expected to attend a learning conference tomorrow to discuss high-quality teaching

The legislation necessary for Jersey to meet international standards for vehicle safety and roadworthiness will be presented to the States Assembly later this month

The 2018 Jersey School Survey report has been released today by Statistics Jersey.

These eight Pledges are more than 'nice words' – this is how we are going to hold ourselves to account

Jersey will be hosting a British-Irish Council (BIC) Environment Sector officers' technical workshop next week to discuss the Asain hornet Vespa Velutina.

A collaborative effort across government and the wider community is working to prevent suicide

Ministers issue first response to an e-petition

The Jersey Care Commission commissioned an independent report to address concerns expressed by the Jersey Care Inquiry

The new pledge commits those who sign it to play their part in speeding up the pace of change for children,

A campaign is launched to reduce the amount of rubbish found in the glass delivered to La Collette

Building a Foundation: the States of Jersey works with the Voluntary and Community sector

Resurfacing work on West Park Roundabout is due to start on 15 September

Attestations confirmed valid for all British citizens living in Jersey

A new Family Division Registrar of the Royal Court is appointed

Customs and Immigration refuse entry to a man deported from the UK for serious drugs offences

EY has been appointed to help modernise how the States runs its finance operation

A footpath is closed at First Tower after a maintenance worker disturbs a nest of Asian Hornets

Average earnings increased by 3.5% in the year to June 2018

Early results indicate that students across the Island have performed well.

Consultation regarding new measure for busy junction in St Brelade

The States of Guernsey and Government of Jersey have jointly commissioned a feasibility study to identify the best model for a cyber security incident response capability that will operate across both islands.

Church service in St Helier coincides with Donation Awareness Week

Growth, Housing & Environment has linked with JCG in partnership with Primary Engineer to embed engineering into primary and secondary school curriculums.

Air sampling carried out after a routine asbestos inspection of South Hill finds debris above ceiling tiles on the second floor

Minister pledges more transparency in publishing data

Those living near to hospital site invited to raise their concerns

Jersey has achieved the highest A-level results for years, with our young people achieving a higher pass rate compared to England, early results findings published today reveal.

New report includes wealth of statistics for the year ending 31 December 2017

Report includes range of statistics and information for 2017

Find out who the new appointments are to the States of Jersey senior leadership team

An update on temporary closures at Fort Regent as a result of asbestos investigations.

The demolition of the Fort Regent cable car stations starts today, as contractors begin a 12-week project to safely dismantle the 48-year-old structures.

Ward to close for fortnight while essential work is carried out

The States of Jersey has made two-year pay offers for 2018 and 2019 to the different pay bargaining groups representing the majority of its 6,800 employees.

Annual report showcases work of busy blue-light service

Latest hospitality training programme to commence in September

Toilets and changing rooms closed during health and safety investigation

Bereaved relatives to be given special bags for transporting possessions

Jersey Zoo's charity shop plans are approved by Planning Committee

A series of public briefings on our new revenue collection system are being arranged for the autumn

Hospital Policy Development Board assurance review starts work

New headquarters for the States of Jersey

A public consultation has been launched on the implementation of the 2012 FATF Recommendations on Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (CFT).

A second forum for people living and working near Jersey’s proposed new hospital is planned for Wednesday 1 August 2018 from 6 to 8pm at St Paul’s Centre

Minister announces decision on Tamba Park planning applications

The Future Hospital team has proposed minor changes to the hospital plansin response to feedback and discussions with the public, Growth, Housing and Environment, and the Jersey Architecture Commission

Islanders are invited to a silent disco beach clean at Havre des Pas this Sunday

The independent inspector due to consider proposals for a new hospital has agreed to widen the terms of reference of the public inquiry to include a high-level, planning-based assessment of alternative sites

From September 2019 there will be a new BA in Social Work Degree run by University College Jersey at Highlands College

The Infrastructure Minister has agreed to sell three States-owned fields overlooking St Catherine’s Bay to the National Trust

Amended care regulations published for comment

Home Affairs Minister, Connétable Len Norman, pays tribute to States of Jersey Police Chief Officer, Rob Bastable

Chief Minister, Senator John Le Fondré, explains how he sees Policy Development Boards working

Statistics Jersey have released the Retail Prices Index report for June 2018

His Excellency Mr Y K Sinha, the Indian High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, will make his first visit to Jersey from Friday 20 July to Sunday 22 July 2018.

Five new appointments are announced to senior leadership positions in the public service

Skills Coaches would also like to hear from parents or guardians of 16-18 year olds who are not in education, employment or training to discuss ways of supporting them.

The same Ministerial Decision also approves the demolition of the former swimming pool building. Tenders are being invited for this work.

The Council of Ministers have agreed to withdraw the proposed migration policy, which was to be debated by the States Assembly in September.

A new Director of Civil Aviation has been appointed for Jersey and Guernsey, following a joint recruitment process

A new Improvement Plan has been approved to tackle the most urgent priorities in Jersey's Children's Services

The results of the June 2018 Business Tendency Survey have been released by Statistics Jersey

Suzanne Conoops has retired following 39 years working as a teacher in Jersey, 22 of which were as the headteacher of Plat Douet School.

GPs in Jersey will no longer charge women for cervical screening (known as a smear test) from 1 August.

Channel Island Ministers visit Brussels and meet Ambassadors, European Commission representatives and MEPs

​A discussion forum for people living and working near Jersey’s proposed new hospital is planned for this Wednesday

Resurfacing of St Clement’s Inner Road is due to start later this month

The Jersey Youth Service has received silver level accreditation, by the national youth charity Ambition, for its outstanding and quality service to young people and for its excellent leadership.

Rent Safe Scheme for managing agents and letting agents is formally launched

A big screen is to be erected on the Waterfront for football fans to watch the World Cup

Infrastructure Minister makes joint statement with landowners clarifying current position with Les Quennevais field purchase

The registered unemployment report for the second quarter of 2018 has been released by Statistics Jersey

Jersey’s Children’s Commissioner, Deborah McMillan has announced today that she is working with UNICEF to provide the opportunity for all schools in Jersey to become a ‘Rights Respecting School’.

Jersey’s first same-sex marriage has taken place at The Office of the Superintendent Registrar today at 12 noon

New Board is established to examine hospital site decision

Chief Executive reports to States Members on his first six months in post

Since this Positive Parenting programme was launched in April, more than 350 parents in Jersey have already experienced some Triple P parenting support, either in groups or individually.

Last year, more than 2,200 Jersey children took part, and we’re expecting even more to join in this year!

Interim appointee pledges to bring services closer together

Swimmers and beach-goers are reminded to remain alert for the possibility of jellyfish stings this weekend, and are being advised how to treat stings.

Ministers accepted the findings of the public consultation and have decided that the former children’s home should not be demolished

Almost 94% of the public who responded to a consultation about the future of the former Haut de la Garenne children’s home do not think that the building should be demolished.

Statistics Jersey has released the finance and legal sector GVA and productivity report for 2017

he Chief Minister, Senator John Le Fondré, has signed a Ministerial Decision confirming his intention to appoint Senator Sam Mézec to the newly established role of Minister for Children and Housing

The Chief Minister today signed a Ministerial Decision confirming his intention to appoint Deputy Carolyn Labey to the new role of Minister for International Development.

The Minister for External Relations, Senator Ian Gorst, jhas finalised a new double taxation agreement with the UK government

Range of different organisations to showcases their services for mums and dads

The Chief Minister and Minister for External Relations today attended the second annual summit with Guernsey and the French department of Ille et Vilaine.

Household Reuse & Recycling Centre survey throughout July

Find out about the grant available to help address skills and training gaps in local industry sectors

My role is to promote and protect children’s rights in Jersey and hold government to account on its commitment to the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC).

The government have concluded that improvements to the care of children in Jersey have not been fast enough or deep enough since the Care Inquiry reported.

Plastic Free July starts this Sunday

New inter-island partnership is formed to improve joint working between Jersey and Guernsey public services

The consultation, launched by the States of Jersey, is asking anyone with an interest in care home fees and regulation to comment on the proposed fee structure.

A call for public comments on hospital planning application

Islanders are being asked to report sightings of Colorado beetles

Jersey's population estimate for 2017 has been published by Statistics Jersey

The Government has set out the details of a scheme where EU citizens living in the Island can register for ‘settled status’ following Brexit

Local Jèrriais teachers have visited schools in the UK with a view to learning new ways of working

A review of Jersey’s Safeguarding Partnership Boards has been conducted for the Community and Constitutional Affairs Department, following the Board’s first five years in operation.

Three States primary schools are to get new headteachers

Views are being sought on proposals for a new zebra crossing in Gorey

Children aged nine to 12 years are being asked to nominate their favourite book of the last 12 months

Senior appointments made in Health and Community Services

​Jersey’s Customs and Immigration Officers working at the harbour had a busy weekend as a result of a commercial drugs seizure and an immigration refusal.

Chief Minister announces names of States Members who will be Assistant Ministers in the new government

Jersey's new Information Commissioner will take up his post on 2 July 2018.

Public sector restructuring plans are finalised following staff consultation

Statistics Jersey have released the Jersey Housing Affordability report for 2017

Nick Cameron has been announced as the next Head of Jersey Prison Service and Prison Governor of La Moye, taking up his post on 13 August 2018.

Parents and students will be able to learn more about higher education funding at a series of drop-in sessions

People Hub HR team relocates

Latest report on premature mortality has been released by Statistics Jersey.

Interim Director General is appointed for new Children, Young People, Education and Skills department

The 2018 Jersey Opinions and Lifestyle Survey is launched today

States of Jersey 2017 Annual Report and Accounts are published

Your views are wanted on increasing the minimum wage

Jersey's inaugural WellFest will include workshops, taster sessions and inspirational talks

States of Jersey seeks a partner to help transform its financial management processes

Chief Officer for Health and Social Services leaves the department

Electrical engineering and gardening are two areas in which teh Department for Infrastructure is looking to recruit apprentices

The daily rate of an army reservist starts from £37.47 rising to £46.42

Review of Jersey Competition and Regulatory Authority begins

New webpages are added to the Data Protection section of gov.je

The House Prices report for Q1 2018 has been published by Statistics Jersey

The results of the first comprehensive staff survey since 2008 have been published

Groups are gathering this week for a high profile conference on domestic abuse.

Almost 20 schools in Jersey are now registered as ‘Sun Safe’ Primary schools.

The results for the March Business Tendency Survey have ben released

A new programme is launched in secondary schools to help students

Jersey can now exchange driving licences from 17 more countries, without the need for people taking the local test

Help will be available on mental health issues, mindfulness and parenting

The last phase of resurfacing work starts on Tuesday 21 May 2018

Same-sex marriage could be legal in Jersey from July this year

Resurfacing work starts at Coronation Park car park on Monday 21 May

Senior leadership changes are announced in the States of Jersey

The Department for Infrastructure will start road surface improvements on La Rue de La Sergente and Le Mont de La Pulente from Monday 21 May.

Jersey becomes a Donor Nation to the International Centre for Asset Recovery

Funding is allocated to support the next stage in establishing a modern, customer-focused public service

A public inquiry to examine the new future hospital planning application will begin on Monday 17 September

Around fifty organisations are due to attend the event

Fostering and Adoption Jersey is launching a new campaign to recruit 25 new foster carers

From 14 May the ladies' toilets in the market will be closed for refurbishment

Islanders can make appointments when surgeries are closed

The Treasury Minister approves further funding to help establish a modern, customer-focused, value-for-money public service.

An improved weather forecasting service is now available which will show which direction the wind is forecast to blow on an hourly basis

Due to Bank Holidays next week the Office of the Superintendent Registrar will be closed on Monday 7th May and Wednesday 9th May (Liberation Day).

An Amendment to the UK Sanctions and Anti-Money Laundering Bill, that would have attempted to make Jersey create a public register of beneficial ownership, has been withdrawn

Internationally recognised and proven scheme introduced to help Jersey parents

Departments retain some unspent funds for ongoing projects

A team of seven new female prison officers have been recruited to work at La Moye Prison

Chief Executive announces next steps in restructuring the public service

The Chief Minister has met UK Ministers to address constitutional concerns arising from the Sanctions and Anti-Money Laundering Bill passing through Parliament

Islanders are being encouraged to file their tax returns as soon as possible, in order to avoid extra administration costs and possible fines

Work to adapt unit at St Peter to commence in mid-May

Jersey has cooperated fully in a review of the arrangements for the Exchange of Notes on Beneficial Ownership between the United Kingdom, Crown Dependencies and Overseas Territories.

The process was launched in response to the Independent Jersey Care Inquiry’s recommendation that the site should be demolished.

A public inquiry on new outline plans for a future hospital for Jersey will be held later this year

The memorial is intended to serve as a public acknowledgement to the many hundreds of children and young people who were ill-served by the child care system over many decades.

Permission to make changes to buildings at St Peter’s Technical Park ready for the transfer of hospital catering to the site has been approved by Jersey’s Planning Committee

The review highlighted the difficulty of respecting an individual’s right to a private life at the same time as trying to keep them safe from harm, in this case self-neglect.

Work is nearing completion on a new tax collection software system for the Taxes Office

Jersey’s Attorney General investigation into a large-scale illegal fishing enterprise principally involving the over-harvesting of South African rock lobster

Training scheme to encourage people to be more aware of wildlife at sea. Offered by Jersey’s Ramsar Management Authority.

Jersey Safeguarding Partnership Board and its partners across the States of Jersey are working together with the NSPCC on a joint local PANTS campaign and new Helpline.

The number of people seeking work has dropped to a new low in the first quarter of 2018

Outgoing Education Minister thanks staff for their dedication to the Island's young people

The results of a poll to find out how the government can improve St Helier’s open spaces has been published

Fees for businesses who employ migrant workers are being used to pay for courses which improve the skills of established Jersey residents

The latest employment figures have been released by Statistics Jersey

The registered unemployment report for the first quarter of 2017 has been released

A contract is awarded for a new sewage treatment work at Bellozanne to a UK construction company

A new zebra crossing is to be constructed on Janvrin Road by the Department for Infrastructure

Safety improvements are coming to Longueville Road following public consultations by the Department for Infrastructure

Manche-Iles Express have been asked to provide an extra 23 weekend return trips with the costs underwritten in 2018

​A decision on development plans for Tamba Park has been deferred for more information. The proposals are for a new 27-unit holiday village and a four-bedroom house on Green Zone land bordering St Lawrence and St Mary.

The campaign will be run by the Jersey Safeguarding Partnership Board in partnership with the NSPCC and partners throughout the States of Jersey.

The Minister for the Environment has adopted and published revised Supplementary Planning Guidance on the protection of historic windows and doors

Following a recommendation from the Future Hospital Project Board, the Political Oversight Group has approved the submission of the application for outline planning permission for the revised Future Hospital

Senator Andrew Green, the Minister for Health and Social Services, has announced that he will not be seeking re-election in May.

Proposals are announced for an increase in benefit rates for all Income Support households

Fewer planning restrictions proposed for listed buildings

The fee for cervical screening at Le Bas Centre will be abolished from 1 June, and a contract with GPs is planned which would allow women to receive a free smear test either at their GP practice or at Le Bas Centre.

The Department of the Environment has released a short film to explain Jersey’s targets and progress in reducing greenhouse gas emissions

J001 is one of the 50 number plates up for auction sale on Saturday 28 April 2018

The Minister for the Environment, Deputy Steve Luce, has refused a planning application to build 65 homes on Green Zone land in Peter.

The Minister for Infrastructure has signed a speed limit order so the first phase of the review of speed limits can start

Advances in technology have meant that more information can be obtained easily from taximeters than in the past

The Chief Minister has welcomed a visit by the President of Alderney to develop cross-Channel Island cooperation

The Children’s Commissioner and her team shortlisted the 350 entries

Commercial green waste, plasterboard and non-recyclable inert waste charges increase on Monday 2 April

Statistics Jersey has today released the 2018 births and breastfeeding profile for Jersey.

More than 750 people have taken part in the Island-wide consultation so far

The Chief Minister sets out Jersey's ongoing preparations for Brexit, one year ahead of the date that the UK will leave the European Union.

Chief Executive stands down States of Jersey Transition Team

Independent review of Jersey’s future housing needs is launched

Three young people from Jersey with experience of the care system in the Island joined the delegation and afterwards spoke about what they had learnt.

A Chair is appointed for Jersey’s new Data Protection Authority

As well as listing events, the website will also give clubs and societies involved in arts and heritage the chance to promote their groups to attract new members and followers

Car parking charges are increasing from Tuesday 3 April to cover cost of refurbishment in Minden Street car park as well as a programme of lift replacement in multi storey car parks

Professionals from a number of agencies have been nominated for the awards which are being given in recognition of an outstanding contribution towards Safeguarding in Jersey.

Children's Services remain hopeful mother of baby left at hospital will come forward

Old play equipment at Coronation Park has been updated by the Department for Infrastructure

Tickets are available for the Jersey Symphony Orchestra at Fort Regent - both online and in person

Future Jersey is the Island's first long-term, community vision. It reflects Islanders' ambitions for the future and tracks progress towards them over time

Jersey Water and the Jersey Fresh Water Angling Association backing national campaign to raise awareness of the damage to local wildlife from invasive species

Mental health, alcohol awareness and the voice of young people are on the agenda for annual training conference

The Home Affairs Minister, Deputy Kristina Moore, welcomes the Comptroller and Auditor General’s report on police governance

Jersey's government announces provider of Digital ID for online services

Surgery option available free-of-charge for medical support

Islanders reminded about the service offered by Help 2 Quit

A helpline has been set up for anyone who has been affected by the news of the newborn baby boy who was left at Jersey’s General Hospital early on Sunday morning.

Islanders with an interest in the planning of Jersey’s Esplanade Quarter and wider area are invited to take part in a third community workshop

Deputy Sam Mézec, the chairman of the Care of Children in Jersey Review Panel, will also attend the visit.

Les Quennevais School project faces delay after land sale stalls

The inmates’ work will showcase their artwork and crafts and will be exhibited from this Thursday at The Harbour Gallery, St Aubin, until 8 April.

One of the key recommendations was to publish the “Severe Weather and Grands Vaux Flood Plans”

Three businesses combine for partnership with States of Jersey on hospital project

Under the proposals there are plans to include rape trials by jurat, which the Education and Home Affairs Scrutiny Panel have recommended.

The Law will repeal and replace legislation dating from the 1830s to the 1940s, to build on the strengths of justice and fairness in our system.

Ports of Jersey Ltd has been invited to assume operational control of the Jersey Aircraft Registry (JAR)

Health professionals and police officers continue to be concerned for the welfare of the mother of a newborn baby boy who was left at Jersey’s General Hospital in the early hours of yesterday morning (Sunday 18 March)

Request for anyone with information about a baby boy left at the General Hospital early this morning (Sunday 18 March) to come forward

The Minister for Home Affairs has announced the news today following the release of a new consensus statement for Jersey in which top health professionals have signed up to about the use of e-cigarettes.

The Romanian Ambassador to the UK will attend a reception at the Town Hall to welcome Jersey's first Honorary Consul

Plans for 63 news homes at Beaumont were today approved by Jersey’s Planning Committee

The remaining disc parking areas in St Helier are changing to paycard / PayByPhone

You can now take the driving and knowledge tests together when applying to drive a taxi

Jersey law to reduce problems with seagulls and other wild birds now in place

The Jersey consensus statement explains that based on the latest limited research evidence there is sufficient confidence to say that e-cigarettes are less harmful to smokers’ health than if they continue to smoke conventional cigarettes.

An independent report has been published on the results of the second part of a major review into the Social Security scheme which considers changes to benefits

Proposals for a revised planning application for Jersey’s new hospital have been unveiled

The latest report has been published by Statistics Jersey

As part of this year’s National Awareness Day on Sunday 18 March a range of organisations and senior leaders in Jersey are joining forces to raise awareness of child sexual exploitation this week.

Details of the work involved in developing a Children’s Plan for Jersey will be made public for the first time at the ‘Engagement Day’ on 14 March, at Hotel de France, an event which is open to everyone.

Opinion poll finds two-thirds of Islanders say it is best for new hospital to be built on current site

Project to modernise parish school buildings

Jersey’s Superintendent Registrar has released the Annual Life Event statement for 2017, which also shows that the number of births were at their lowest since 2002 and deaths at the highest since 2002.

​The event is taking place on Saturday, 10 March, from 12pm to 3pm, at The Link, Eagle House, La Colomberie. As this is a drop-in event, no booking is required and children and young people can just turn up on the day.

The Chief Minister reponds to a report from the Commissioner for Standards

The States of Jersey's Chief Executive sets out proposals to restructure Jersey's public service

Island-wide opinion poll finds islanders want modern public services

Tonight's anticipated snow has led to the cancellation of both tomorrow's outpatient appointments at Westmount / Overdale and PTS transportation to day care centres.

The schools will close and disruption to roads and services is expected

The Access to Justice Advisory Panel, Chaired by Senator Paul Routier MBE, held a number of public hearings during 2016 and 2017 to take evidence on how the legal aid scheme could be improved

The HMCI report concluded that it was a "good report on a good prison" and described La Moye as a 'safe prison with low levels of violence' with professional officers who were respected by prisoners

A temporary amendment to the licensing law would allow pubs and bars to continue serving customers for an extra two hours on 18 and 19 May 2018

The Cancer Projections report for 2017 to 2037 has been published

New study on Jersey’s grass snakes numbers being higher, but still at high risk of extinction

Trackers recruits second intake for the hospitality industry

Phase 2 of the Gunsite flood alleviation project started today, Monday 5 March

A wide range of leading national experts on sport and physical activity from across the British Isles will speak at a conference on Thursday 1 March

The States of Jersey Statistics Unit has become Statistics Jersey, following approval and registration of the Statistics and Census (Jersey) Law 2018

A new pedestrian and cycle path from Bellozanne and Fern Valley is planned by the Department for Infrastructure

The House Price Index report for the fourth quarter of 2017 has been published by the Statistics Unit.

Planning approval has been given for the new sewage treatment plant

Productivity, Brexit and restructuring the public sector are some of the topics the Chief Executive covered in his speech to the Chamber of Commerce today

The Chief Executive of the States, Charlie Parker, addressed members of Jersey's Chamber of Commerce at lunchtime today

Jersey oysters, lobsters, Jersey Royals and dairy products will be on prominent display at a major agricultural show in Paris this weekend

The Chief Minister has given the Chief Executive oversight of Children's Services to speed up the pace of change

Online surveys have been developed available for children aged from three to eighteen years old.

The new Laws will enable data to continue moving freely between Jersey and the European Union

28 new homes will be built on the site of an old nursing home at La Pouquelaye

The Privy Council’s decision marks a further step towards the recovery by the Jersey authorities of hundreds of millions of dollars stolen from the Nigerian public purse.

The feedback has informed changes to the final framework and content, and marks the end of nearly two years of public consultation to involve Islanders in shaping the vision

An area at La Collette is available to rent on a nine year term

The means-tested scheme for higher education funding now includes a higher maintenance grant for living expenses

The EU has agreed tighter controls on commercial fishermen, including a reduction in by-catch and further restrictions on the limited fisheries that can target bass

Feedback from the consultation will shape the content of the proposed charter for homecare standards

The Statistics Unit has published the results of the Business Tendency Survey for December 2017

The Chief Minister announced that the government would be leading the way as a good employer by adopting the Caritas Living Wage.

An Islandwide consultation, which will run from 8 February to 22 April 2018, invites Islanders to have their say about the future of the former children's home

The States’ of Jersey and Guernsey have identified Manche Iles-Express as the preferred bidder to provide an enhanced inter-island passenger-only ferry service

Jersey’s Superintendent Registrar, Claire Follain, said that her Office has received a number of calls since the new law was debated in the States last week.

Deputy Moore said: “It is of great concern, and #itsnotok, that 186 sexual offences were reported in Jersey last year and that the States of Jersey police are certain that this type of crime is still under-reported."

Islanders are encouraged to put forward schemes that may qualify for a grant to help improve Jersey’s environment. The Countryside Enhancement Scheme is part of Jersey’s Rural Economy Strategy

An Acting Information Commissioner is appointed

Draft Regulations lodged to improve family friend employment rights, which would include an increase to maternity, adoption and parental leave

A road safety workshop is being held by the Department for Infrastructure to share knowledge with other road authorities

Economic Development Minister signs five-year deal to host Super League Triathlon

Refurbishment project for former nursing home is completed

Local candidates take top jobs in two secondary schools

The third Wild About Jersey event for Islanders to learn about and celebrate Jersey’s outstanding natural environment takes place at Fort Regent Friday 23 to Saturday 24 February

There were more than 150 reports of fly tipping last year according to figures issued by the States

The Children’s Commissioner has met with a range of children and young people and visited six schools

An update on the Government's response to the IJCI's recommendations

From Monday 5 February the toddlers' playground at Coronation Park is being replaced by the Department for Infrastructure

Jersey is joining a national @SurfersAgainstSewage campaign to reduce the Island’s use of single-use plastics

Find about draft Regulations that will protect people against disability discrimination in Jersey

Report summarises feedback from the public on university funding proposals

The new sexual offences law sets out to provide protection to individuals of all genders, and, most particularly, aims to protect children and vulnerable adults in Jersey from abuse and exploitation and ensures that abusers can be appropriately punished.

Islanders who would like their tax bill as early as possible are advised to file their returns in February

Greater awareness of the imminent GDPR legislation will be the focus of this year's Data Protection Day

A £3.5 million extension to Jersey Archive will double the size of the Island’s national repository

Jersey’s Planning Committee approved a planning application (P/2017/1026) to build a farmhouse, office and sheds on Green Zone fields in Trinity

Nitrate levels in untreated surface water in Jersey continue to fall but high rainfall has led to an increase in pesticide levels in surface water near Handois Reservoir

New ten-year comparisons create a longer-term picture of agriculture in Jersey

It follows a case in the Royal Court which found that a person had died intestate or without a will after he was unable to sign his will as a result of paralysis of the hands.

A draft law, laying the foundation for the changes Jersey will need to make as a result of Brexit, has been lodged with the States Greffe

The Charity Commissioner, John Mills CBE, said, “"I welcome this final step towards bringing the Charities Law into force.

This weekend, a live chat was launched on Facebook, through the Apptivism.je app, and in the first ten hours over 450 Facebook users responded.

As evidence of pressure on fish stocks grows, the Environment Minister has published a discussion paper on limiting recreational fishing catches

The latest report has been published.

Health Department sources additional stocks of nasal spray porotection

A number of family pets were quarantined over the Christmas period because their owners didn’t follow the pet travel rules

A drop-in event is to be held at Plat Douet School on Thursday 25 January regarding a road safety scheme

Islanders with an interest in the planning and design of Jersey’s Esplanade Quarter are invited to take part in a second community workshop

On Wednesday 24 January a drop-in session is being held at St Saviour's primary school about safer routes to schools

Unit set to re-open in spring after three to four month project

The Department of the Environment has carried out a study of the non-native marine species that have already affected or are likely to affect the Channel Islands

The States Vet has advised Jersey poultry keepers to be vigilant and to try to minimise contact between domestic poultry and wild birds following an outbreak of bird flu (avian flu) in wild birds in Dorset

He described giving evidence as ‘horrendous”, as he had to face cross-examination by his abuser, who chose to represent himself in court.

Year 5s enjoy a six-week project focussing on French

Two lifts are being replaced in Sand Street and Green Street car parks starting Monday 15 January

YES counselling team move to new high street site

New figures reflect the work of Social Security's Back to Work team in tackling unemployment

The registered unemployment report for the fourth quarter of 2017 has been released

The Minister for the Environment has refused the planning application for a new hospital for Jersey

​“I will listen to children and young people to find out what is important to them. I will speak up for children and young people to ensure their voice is heard.”

The strategy will be published alongside an action plan detailing the steps that Government, industry and the regulator will take to build a sector that supports Jersey’s economy and the digital sector

Islanders with health conditions to benefit from pilot schemes

Access to Work can help to fund essential workplace aids or equipment by providing grants to Islanders with sensory, mobility or other physical disabilities

The changes would make the Chief Executive of the States ultimately accountable for the expenditure of public funds

Fostering and Adoption Jersey is launching a New Year appeal for foster carers for Jersey’s most vulnerable children.

The Department for Infrastructure is starting the resurfacing of St Peter's Valley on Sunday 7 January

A new lighting system is being fitted in tunnel from Monday 8 January

Jersey Met have issued a Red weather warning for the early morning of Wednesday 3 January