2023 news

Jersey’s first Children and Young People's Plan 2019 to 2023 has been reviewed and published.

The Minister for Health and Social Services, Deputy Karen Wilson, is pleased to announce the appointment of the first three non-executive directors (NEDs) to the Health and Community Services Advisory Board.

The Government has published the Jersey Mortality Report 2022.

Former St Brelade Constable, Enid Quenault, officially opened the new Enid Quenault Health Centre at the former Les Quennevais School on Monday.

A temporary exemption that makes it easier for registered and licensed employees to take a second job has been renewed for an additional year.

​The Minister for the Environment and his Determining Panel have refused the planning application to develop South West St Helier Waterfront.

A total of 66 new and existing teachers graduated from their training at a graduation ceremony at Highlands College.

Plans have taken a step forward for legislative changes designed to make Jersey's inshore territorial waters safer.

A new £10 million shared equity scheme to help Jersey’s first-time buyers into home ownership has been announced by the Minister for Housing and Communities, Deputy David Warr.

Jersey Customs and Immigration Service have seized 600 grams of chocolates laced with Psilocin and Psilocybin, both ‘Class A’ hallucinogenic controlled drugs.

Ministers from Jersey have been in Guernsey for the annual political summit with the departmental council of La Manche and the regional council of Normandy.

More than £415,000 of funding has already been awarded to support Islanders to switch their heating systems away from fossil fuels, under the Government of Jersey’s low-carbon heating incentive

The Minister for the Environment, Deputy Jonathan Renouf, has signed a Special Development Order for the demolition of the most severely damaged blocks at the Haut du Mont site

This term, a further 13 schools will join an award-winning programme to improve students’ oracy - their ability to build conceptual understanding and to express their thoughts, feelings and ideas in spoken language

Over 400 public servants gathered at the Royal Jersey Showground for Jersey’s Public Service Awards 2023

A States Report has been published setting how Jersey will meet its obligations as a responsible maritime state in line with international standards for marine safety and environmental protection

The Corn Riots Festival returns next weekend with a focus on the Island’s native Norman language, Jèrriais

The Minister for Social Security, Deputy Elaine Millar, has published proposals for an 8.6% increase in income support benefits from January next year

If approved by the States Assembly, legislation providing greater protection for trees in Jersey will come into effect on 24 October 2023, with more permitted activity than initially proposed

The Government of Jersey is supporting the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower initiative to raise awareness and support for Islanders with hidden disabilities.

The Minister for Social Security, Deputy Elaine Millar, is delighted to announce the completion of a review and enhancements to the Long-Term Care (LTC) Scheme communications.

Tokens redeemable for a free breakfast muffin will be hidden along walking and cycling paths into Town on Friday morning, rewarding Islanders taking part in World Car Free Day.

The proposed Government Plan sets out the latest income forecast and expenditure proposed by Ministers.

Organisations across Jersey are being invited to get in touch with Public Health if they wish to take part in an event which aims to promote good health and wellbeing.

Following the launch of Jersey’s free period products scheme in October last year, the Minister for Social Security, Deputy Elaine Millar, is delighted to announce that a further 22 locations have been added to the pilot

Three Independent Advisors and two clinical experts have been appointed to support the Government of Jersey’s New Healthcare Facilities Programme

The Government’s annual flu vaccination programme will start next week.

Assistant Minister for Children and Education, Deputy Louise Doublet, has confirmed that legislation to secure the rights of all parents will be lodged by the end of the year

A local company – Jersey Demolition Contractors (JDC) – has been appointed to undertake clearance works, following an open tender process. The works are due to commence this month as part of the next phase for the New Healthcare Facilities Programme.

The Ambassador of Spain to the United Kingdom, His Excellency Mr José Pascual Marco Martínez, visited Jersey this week. It was his first official trip to the Island.

The Government of Jersey has appointed Helen De La Cour Director of Financial Services.

The Minister for Children and Education, Deputy Inna Gardiner, has announced the next stage of the school meals programme.

Children and young people who are suspected of having Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) will benefit from dedicated clinics to diagnose the condition.

As part of the Government’s Disability and Inclusion Strategy and commitment to provide more support and opportunities for Islanders, new Deaf Awareness and Communication course will be held at Highlands College.

An extended network of Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) and a Marine Park will be created, if plans to be put forward by the Minister for the Environment are approved.

The Minister for Infrastructure, Deputy Tom Binet, and the Minister for the Environment, Deputy Jonathan Renouf, are today confirming they wish to move towards a ban on the sale of disposable vapes in Jersey.

A report has been published on seasonal influenza for the winter period 2022-2023.

A preferred contractor has been appointed for the first stage of the refurbishment of Jersey Opera House.

Students heading off to university are being urged to check they are up to date with their meningitis (MenACWY) vaccine before they leave the Island.

Eligible Islanders are invited to receive their COVID-19 autumn booster to ensure they are best protected over the winter months.

From 1 September 2023, more Islanders can access social rented homes in Jersey, following changes to the Affordable Housing Gateway eligibility criteria

The Minister for Social Security, Deputy Elaine Millar is announcing changes to enhance the Pension Plus scheme. This scheme supports lower income pensioners with dental, optical and chiropody costs.