2012 news

Ministers from Health and Social Services Departments in Jersey and Guernsey discuss joint working.

A new hangar providing a service centre for corporate jets will be built at Jersey Airport if plans are approved by the Planning Department.

A number of bus service changes are being proposed for January when new bus operator begins.

Jersey Coastguard is asking Islanders to let them know if they're planning to let off fireworks on a beach

The preservation of windows and doors in historic buildings is the focus of new planning guidelines that have been issued for public consultation.

New Sand Street parking charge system starts 12 November

Social Security Minister clarifies total cost of Income Support payments

Islanders given the chance to learn more about how surgery is carried out at the General Hospital as part of a national campaign to raise awareness about operations.

The Countryside Enhancement Scheme and the Rural Initiative Scheme will open for applications on 1 November 2012.

If recommendations are accepted, the minimum hourly wage could go up to £6.53.

The resurfacing and improvement works at the tunnel form part of a £260,000 contract.

New Law which aims to bring in more effective controls over migrants working in Jersey is ratified by the Privy Council.

Imported Ash trees are banned to protect against Ash Dieback Disease

The former Les Chênes site has been refurbished and renamed 'Field View' by the young people who will live there.

Chief Ministers of Jersey, Guernsey and the Isle of Man hold first formal meeting since their elections

Islanders asked for views on improving the data collected on profits earned by Jersey firms

A report is published on the options for taxing foreign-owned, non-finance companies

During the 12 months to September 2012 the All Items Retail Prices Index (RPI) for Jersey increased by 2.8%.

There were 1,610 people registered as Actively Seeking Work (ASW) in September 2012.

Housing Minister approves plans to develop the former Le Coin site in St Helier

Islanders can find out more about saving money on winter fuel bills at an event organised by the Energy Efficiency Service and the Citizen’s Advice Bureau.

States Members are updated on development plans for a new hospital

Social Security Department publishes first annual report analysing Income Support system.

The demolition phase of an ongoing project of building work at Jersey Airport has been completed.

The Japanese Ambassador will meet senior politicians, the Lieutenant Governor and the Bailiff during a two-day visit to Jersey next week.

Jersey has signed a double tax agreement with the government of Singapore.

Report released before debate about the future of health and social care in Jersey.

2011 statistics for farming in Jersey

Islanders travelling to Madeira urged to take preventative measures to avoid infection.

Housing targets set in the 2011 Island Plan could be exceeded.

Businesses invited to give their views on ISE fee structure for trust companies

The Draft 2013 Budget is published - due for States debate on 4 December

Candle thought to have been cause of the fire

Parishioners asked for their views on proposed changes to roads

Chief Minister issues statement on allegations against former Senator Terence Le Main.

Thousands of Housing tenants benefit from relocation of the department's Customer Service Team.

Planning Minister approves building a new care home and demolishing the Southampton Hotel

Private sector organisations can now apply to the Tourism Development Fund for financial help.

Islanders invited to nominate sites for the Queen Elizabeth II Fields Challenge.

£4.6 million paid to EU Member States in 2011

Measures are introduced to help safeguard vulnerable people living in our community

Discount offered of up to 25% at Elizabeth Marina.

Senator Philip Ozouf attends meeting with UK Chancellor in Tokyo

Ministers and staff from Jersey and Guernsey Housing Departments meet this week

A new service between Jersey and Newcastle will be introduced by the budget airline easyJet in March 2013.

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The Business Tendency Survey provides a set of indicators which can be used to monitor economic performance.

Bus strike has been called off from Wednesday 10 October

£4million scheme will impove the homes of tenants in the Green Street flats

Single Area Payment recognises economic importance of farming industry to Jersey

Jersey, Guernsey and the Isle of Man to negotiate partnership agreements with USA

Drainage project to reduce risk of flooding in north of town

Connex employees continue to strike on Tuesday 9 October

Senator Ozouf will join finance ministers from across the world at Tokyo meetings.

States departments issue advice on dealing with possible bus strike

Senator Paul Routier attends Conservative Party Conference

A new mobile library with better disabled access goes into service next week

Intensive support for long term unemployed helps people back to work

Public warned not to import potatoes for planting

A 4 hour parking trial is being introduced at Ann Place

Islanders are invited to a free safety test for electric blankets between 17 and 18 October at the Western Fire Station.

Jersey Airport is displaying artworks by local students of all ages as part of its 75th anniversary celebrations

The Assistant Treasury Minister supports Green Street site for new police headquarters

Latest labour market report for June 2012 published

Latest annual report from Health and Safety Inspectorate is published

Officials from Jersey and Guernsey have been discussing a new licensing scheme that will affect fishing licences in both islands

New law on debt relief is proposed by the Chief Minister

Statement from the Treasury Minister on the latest Fiscal Policy Panel report

A new Director of Financial Services is due to start in January 2013

The Chief Minister is currently at the Labour Party conference in Manchester, representing the Island on a broad range of issues.