2017 news

A new zebra crossing is being installed in Green Street, followed by the resurfacing of the Green Street roundabout

Permission has been granted for 12 new homes to be built on the Living Legend site in St Peter’s Valley following approval from the Planning Committee

Responsibilities of former Assistant Chief Minister, Senator Philip Ozouf, are delegated by the Chief Minister

The Department for Infrastructure is holding a drop in session to provide information about the development of the new sewage treatment works at Bellozanne

Jersey’s credit rating has been maintained at AA- by Standard & Poor’s (S&P) as part of the agency’s regular, bi-annual review

Members of the public are invited to give their views on proposals to replace the current law governing tourism in Jersey

Vaccination offers protection against painful condition to elderly Islanders

Proceeds from property sales to be invested to fund Trust projects for Islanders in need

All Island residents are invited to a two-day event next month focusing on Jersey’s wildlife

The Ministers for the Environment and Infrastructure have set out progress on improving water quality in Jersey

The Department of the Environment wants help to find those responsible for dumping hazardous asbestos in a field near Maufant.

Staff visit Jersey to explain options for studying in Normandy

During the 12 months to December 2016 the All Items Retail Prices Index for Jersey increase by 1.9%

The Department for Infrastructure (DfI) now has 10 four digit vehicle registration numbers available to purchase from its Driver and Vehicle Standards (DVS) office

Government partnership with Prison! Me! No Way!!! is shortlisted for a national marketing award

The changes will pave the way for gay couples to get married

Education Department and teachers' union celebrate two years of successful collaboration

Independent report shows Social Security Fund has enough assets to meet the costs of future pensioners and benefits in the short term

From 1 February 2017, the cost of parking will increase by 2p per unit / hour, from 76p to 78p

The consultation document has been put together after extensive research and discussion with key organisations and individuals throughout 2015 and 2016

1,280 people were registered as actively seeking work in December 2016

The number of people registered as actively seeking work has fallen to the lowest level since December 2010

The risk of an outbreak of avian influenza in Jersey is low, but the Department of the Environment’s Veterinary Officer is taking a number of steps to reduce the risk

Over the next 12 months, large businesses who employ more registered workers than other business in the same sector will have their requirements carefully assessed by the Population Office

The visit will strengthen the links that were formalised in the signing of a memorandum of understanding between Jersey and Rwanda in May last year

The Employment Forum launches a review to look at family friendly employment rights

An independent report has prompted Jersey's Government to decide not to impose regulations on gas prices

During the past two years Mike King managed the transfer of Sport and Culture from Education to create the new Economic Development, Tourism, Sport and Culture department

This Future St Helier project will provide much more space for pedestrians on this busy street