2020 news

A plan to support Islanders wellbeing by encouraging more walking and cycling has been published.

Jersey’s Minister for Treasury and Resources, Deputy Susie Pinel, has welcomed the publication of the Fiscal Policy Panel’s (FPP) 2020 Annual Report.

Jersey Youth Service is calling on young people to share their ambitions for the future of youth work as part of a national campaign.

The Minister for Health and Social Services, Deputy Richard Renouf, has responded to concerns regarding the Jersey Care Model ahead of next week’s debate in the States Assembly.

Jersey Fire and Rescue Service is issuing advice ahead of this year’s Bonfire Night and fireworks season,

People queueing for and using taxis at the Weighbridge taxi rank will be issued with free disposable masks before their journey to reinforce new guidance on wearing masks in enclosed spaces.

A project is underway between the Government and the charity Earthwatch Europe to plant the first Tiny Forest in the Island in response to the climate emergency.

Minister for Treasury and Resources, Deputy Susie Pinel, has published more information on possible payment options for PYB taxpayers.

Islanders are being encouraged to spend the balance of their Spend Local cards as soon as possible.

A trial of government vehicles to test the feasibility of biodiesel as a replacement for diesel fuel is underway.

Following the Jersey COVID Alert app launch on 14 October, we have now secured interoperability with the Protect Scotland and StopCOVID NI apps

A Director of Improvement and Innovation has been appointed for Health and Community Services

Children’s Services will introduce a new system to improve the management of comments, compliments and complaints, following a recent review of the service.

There has been a confirmed positive case of Covid-19 in a child who attends Plat Douet Primary School

Ministers have agreed a one-off deferral of the rent increase (“rent freeze”) next year for islanders living in social housing owned by Andium Homes.

Several initiatives are being organised in Jersey in recognition of National Care Leavers’ Week.

Statement from Council of Ministers on the proposed care memorial

A report which sets out the vision, objective and planning assumptions for the new Island Plan has been published.

A woman has been fined for failing to self-isolate after being instructed to by the authorities

Statistics Jersey has today published the September 2020 Retail Prices report.

New public health guidance is strongly recommending that Islanders wear masks in public indoor spaces to protect the Island from community spread of COVID-19

A schoolgirl’s emblem, created to remember the lessons from the Independent Jersey Care Inquiry, will be unveiled this week at a tree planting event.

Statistics Jersey have today published the results from the latest Business Tendency Survey. The quarterly Jersey Business Tendency Survey (BTS) provides timely, qualitative information about the Island’s economy.

A case of COVID-19 has been confirmed at St John's primary school

More than 13,000 flu vaccinations have been delivered to eligible Islanders so far.

A hotel has been fined £20,000 for failing to comply with Public Health COVID-19 guidelines, in the first case of its kind to be brought before the Licensing Assembly.

Deputy Rowland Huelin explains proposals for a legal framework to provide more responsive migration controls

Home Affairs Minister explains the Future Border and Immigration System which will apply from January 2021

Council of Ministers ask the States Assembly to make changes to the controls on who can access work and housing in Jersey.

Prisoners break vegetable records at RJA&HS show

The Assistant Minister for Education has given a statement in the States Assembly about COVID-19 and university students

Breast Cancer Screening services have resumed at the General Hospital after appointments were disrupted in March due to COVID-19.

Rouge Bouillon will be closed to through-traffic from 9am on Saturday, 24 October, until 9pm on Sunday, 1 November, between Queen’s Road roundabout and the Savile Street / Parade Road junction in order to resurface the road.

Launch of annual campaign to tackle domestic abuse

World Menopause Day raises awareness of ovarian condition

Dr Susan Turnbull, Medical Officer of Health, will be retiring after almost 40 years of public service.

Health workers are being asked to act as volunteer vaccinators for their colleagues

Millions of pounds will be invested into Jersey’s education system as part of a long-term programme of reform if States Members agree.

Statistics Jersey have today published their latest economic indicators report.

An assessment of Jersey’s marine and land environments has been published as one part of a number of appraisals helping to shape the draft Island Plan.

A virtual event has been arranged to help Islanders and businesses prepare for the end of the Brexit Transition Period

Children returning from UK schools and residential placements to be tested for Covid-19

Islanders can now access a single page online which lists all the available support services for mental health and wellbeing.

Students at two secondary schools have been tucking into a free breakfast before lessons begin as part of a new initiative to help improve students’ wellbeing and concentration.

Jersey is celebrating Allied Health Professions (AHPs) Day today, by recognising AHPs for delivering outstanding health and social care.

Government shares its Covid-19 experience at a virtual Microsoft conference

A new smartphone application, designed to alert users when they have been near another app user who has recently discovered that they have COVID-19, has been launched today for Islanders to download.

Statement from the Chief Minister, Senator John Le Fondré

As Senator Le Fondré has mentioned, this year’s Government Plan is all about protecting the Island’s future.

Today the Council of Ministers has lodged the proposed Government Plan for 2021 to 2024.

The Government Plan 2021-2024 reflects the response to Covid-19 and the plans being put in place to protect our Island’s future.

Following an increase in the number of COVID-19 cases globally, departments across Government are reassuring the 1600 students studying off-Island (and their parents or carers) that support is available for them.

US Ambassador to the UK has been in Jersey for an official visit

Developments across mental health services including upgrades to facilities, improved care plans, integration of departments and improved access to support, have benefited patient and staff experiences.

The States of Jersey Prison Service (SoJPS) is inviting prisoners and members of Jersey’s Christian community to take part in Prisons Week

Islanders are being advised against taking children trick or treating this Halloween due to risks associated with the Coronavirus pandemic.

Children and young people struggling with their mental health can now access immediate advice from a newly appointed practitioner.

Statistics Jersey have today published their latest economic indicators report.

Islanders have one week left to give their opinion on St Brelade’s Bay and why they love it.

The results of a survey of Islanders’ views on Government’s strategic priorities are published.

Improvements at Orchard House have enabled better care for patients receiving mental health treatment in a safe and welcoming environment.

Islanders can take a virtual gallery tour to see the three shortlisted designs for a memorial to acknowledge those who were failed while in Jersey’s care system.

From Tuesday, 13 October all passengers arriving from a green region will need to self-isolate until they receive a Day 0 negative test result.

Minister for Social Security, Deputy Judy Martin, as lodged Regulations to update the Island’s maternity benefits and provide better support for families.

For the first time, this year’s Jersey Skills Show has been extended to a five-day event and will be brought to schools and Islanders virtually.

Deputy Susie Pinel, Minister for Treasury and Resources, has signed a Ministerial Decision lodging a proposition to establish the Fiscal Stimulus Fund.

Jersey Fire and Rescue Service (JFRS) has again joined forces with Jersey Electricity to offer their free annual electric blanket testing service to all Islanders.

The registered unemployment report for the third quarter of 2020 has been published today by Statistics Jersey.

Collaboration between Health and Community Services departments aims to give Islanders greater access to routes of care, with single assessments and care plans, offering positive outcomes for patients.

Ministers propose date for new Covid self-isolation requirements

Over 1,700 children took part in this year’s Jersey Library Summer Reading Challenge.

The Government of Jersey has today released a report on the results of a survey into proposals to move all taxpayers to paying their tax on a Current Year Basis.

The Jersey Care Commission has published the first of its inspection reports of two children’s homes in the Island.

Ministers have toured the new Les Quennevais School, which opened its doors on time this term.　

Latest reclassification of countries and regions for people travelling to Jersey

Local dieticians will be joining a national campaign to highlight the importance of good nutrition and hydration as part of Malnutrition Awareness Week 2020.

The latest report presenting estimates of the size and performance of Jersey's economy in 2019 has been published by Statistics Jersey.

Statistics Jersey have today published their latest economic indicators report.

Spend Local cards, which were issued as part of the £150 million Fiscal Stimulus Plan, have so far been used to generate £4.5 million for the local economy.

Three senior nurses and a health care assistant have reflected on their time at the General Hospital and working through the COVID-19 pandemic.