2019 news

Even-floor lift to be replaced at Pier Road car park

Islanders can have their say on the current personal tax regime as part of an extensive island-wide survey by the States Treasury and Exchequer, with the results helping to reform the island’s tax system.

Children, Young People, Education and Skills is seeking service providers to increase the range and capacity of support to children eligible for short breaks.

The Minister for Infrastructure, Deputy Kevin Lewis, has signed a ministerial decision for a new zebra crossing on Gorey Coast Road (La Route de la Cote) by the Welcome Slipway.

In a bid to provide extra support for young carers, a pilot scheme to create a carer's card is being developed.

A new Combined Control Room for the Ambulance, Fire and Rescue Service and Police became operational yesterday after three months of joint planning and preparation

More than 150 primary and secondary school students and their teachers were yesterday presented with a copy of the Pledge to Put Children and Young People First at a workshop hosted by Jersey’s Children’s Minister

States Chief Executive, Charlie Parker, has today announced the appointment of a new Group Medical Director for Health and Community Services

The States Assembly approves a new Damages Law, which changes the way awards are assessed for those who suffer serious, long-term injuries.

Students and their parents or guardians are being invited to attend information sessions about the financial help that is available for studying at university

A new scheme has been launched to improve safety for mobility scooter users and other road users, by helping those with a mobility scooter to use their vehicle safely.

Parents of children who are in their final year at a States’ primary school are being sent a letter this week to confirm their child has a place at their catchment secondary school

Minsters from Jersey and Guernsey have visited Brussels this week to promote the Channel Islands’ interests ahead of Brexit, and to underline the changes that the islands have recently made to meet EU concerns on economic substance.

A working group of representatives from the voluntary and community sector (VCS) and the States of Jersey have drafted an action plan following a workshop last September.

Ministers from Jersey and Guernsey made an official visit to Paris this week for a series of political meetings.

The Council of Ministers have agreed to support Deputy Russell Labey’s proposition to rescind the previous States Assembly’s decision on a site for the new hospital.

An independent report has been published today, giving an evidence-based estimate of Jersey’s housing requirements between 2021 and 2030.

States of Jersey professionals who work to safeguard vulnerable children and adults have been recognised for their “outstanding contributions” at an awards ceremony

Chief Executive reports on second six months at States of Jersey

Two States Members attend National Prayer Breakfast in Washington D.C.

The Active Team is contacting all members to let them know that the price increase for 2019 has been cancelled.

The Minister for International Development has been asked by the UN to liaise with small countries around the world about setting up funding streams to ensure immediate response to a crisis or emergency.

Senator Steve Pallett, Assistant Minister for Economic Development, Tourism, Sport and Culture, has published a report which sets out the possible future of Jersey’s sports facilities.

Islanders are invited to give their views on divorce reform, the future of civil partnerships, and the age of marriage at a series of public meetings next week.

Environmental Protection officers are appealing for information after bags of waste were found dumped in the St Clement countryside.

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

Islanders who are eligible to receive the shingles vaccine are being urged to take up the offer.

A local history fayre will take place at the Library on the 25 and 26 January offering a range of free public talks.

The Minister for External Relations has made a statement following the rejection by the UK Parliament of the proposed EU Withdrawal Agreement

A local entrepreneur, who launched his business with the help of the Barclays Eagle Lab at Jersey Library, is celebrating a successful first year in which he has grown from a single-person organisation to a team of six working in his own premises.

Islanders are reminded that 'Ready for Brexit' week starts today. A series of events will take place throughout the week to share the Government of Jersey's ongoing Brexit preparations.

A table of civil service pay grades has been published to aid transparency and understanding.

The Ministers for Health and Infrastructure say that they remain committed to delivering a new hospital for Jersey.

New boards have been put up at the General Hospital to make sure that patients, relatives and carers can find out key information about each ward.

Minister makes decision on hospital planning application

Details of arrangements for industrial action planned for next week

Schools have been renewing their contingency plans before the planned industrial action next week. Here is a list of how they will be affected by the action.

The Minister for Education, Senator Tracey Vallois, has established a new Policy Development Board to focus on Early Years.

The Deputy Prison Governor, Nick Watkins, rose through the ranks after joining as an officer in 1988, and has been praised for his loyal service.

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

Islanders are reminded that resurfacing work on La Route des Quennevais starts next week.

Prison, Police and Customs and Immigration officers joined forces over the festive period to search people visiting the prison.

Four books have been shortlisted for the inaugural Channel Islands Children’s Book Award, as nominated by schoolchildren from Jersey and Guernsey.

Islanders are being encouraged to attend a series of events next week, aimed at engaging residents and businesses in Jersey’s Brexit preparations