2020 news

Last Saturday the J4 registration plate sold for £380,000

The Chief Minister publishes the 2019 Performance Appraisal of the Government of Jersey's Chief Executive

Updated guidance to enable landlords and tenants to manage rent arrears and the ends of tenancies has been issued today (Wednesday, 30 September), following the reinstatement of the full Residential Tenancy (Jersey) Law 2011.

The first National Risk Assessment (NRA) Report of money laundering has been published by the Government of Jersey. The NRA is the first public, centrally co-ordinated risk assessment of money laundering undertaken in the Island.

Statement from the Minister for Health and Social Services, Deputy Richard Renouf

Statement from the Deputy Medical Officer of Health, Dr Ivan Muscat

Islanders are being urged to protect themselves and others by getting the flu vaccination this year.

A public exhibition showcasing the shortlisted designs for a memorial to acknowledge the children and young people who were failed and harmed whilst in Jersey’s care system, is due to open next month.

Contact-tracing teams are looking into the circumstances surrounding four people who tested positive for Covid-19 earlier this month and who had all visited the same venue.

Jersey’s health services have been preparing for the usual winter demand pressures, with the added complication of COVID-19 this year.

Jersey Fire and Rescue Service is supporting Home Safety Week 2020, a national campaign led by the National Fire Chiefs Council, from 28 – 4 October.

Jersey Youth Clubs are to re-open over the next two weeks

Stoptober encourages people to quit smoking for the first 28 days of October and is back for the ninth year running. Evidence shows that not smoking a single puff for 28 days significantly increases the chances of giving up for good.

The Health and Safety Inspectorate has published its annual report for 2019.

Statistics Jersey have today published their latest economic indicators report.

A statement from the Chief Minister, Senator John le Fondre

Deputy Richard Renouf has made a statement at a press conference today

The Association for Psychological Therapies has shortlisted the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) as one of three finalists for an internationally recognised award for ‘Excellence in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy’ (DBT).

The Minister for Health and Community Services, Deputy Richard Renouf, has lodged a proposition to the States Assembly to support the strategic direction of the Jersey Care Model, which is due to be debated in the first week of November.

The Minister for Treasury and Resources, Deputy Susie Pinel, has today lodged a draft amendment to the law which would mean all Islanders pay their taxes on a Current Year Basis (CYB).

To celebrate European Day of Languages, this autumn every child starting Reception class across Jersey’s primary schools will receive a Jèrriais translation of Julia Donaldson’s classic picture book ‘The Gruffalo’s Child’.

Eligible Islanders will benefit from a 13.8% increase to the Community Costs Bonus from this October.

Islanders who may have lost their jobs as a result of COVID-19 can access support as part of the latest Closer to Home event.

The Government of Jersey’s department Growth, Housing and Environment has been renamed Infrastructure, Housing and Environment from today.

The Deputy Chief Minister, Senator Lyndon Farnham is joined by the Deputy Medical Officer for Health, Dr Ivan Muscat, at a Press Conference.

​Statistics Jersey have today published their latest economic indicators report.

Ministers from Guernsey and Jersey are today attending the annual political summit with the region of Normandy and the department of La Manche.

The States of Jersey Police are currently investigating two large parties under Covid-19 legislation. 　

Digital systems have recently transformed the way healthcare is delivered in Jersey, with several projects reaching completion during this pandemic.

Two new employees will join Customer and Locals Services to help deliver the Disability Strategy for Jersey.

The processing of COVID-19 tests at the new on-Island laboratory has begun.

A granite stone has been installed by the cycle path in St Peter’s Valley marking the work of former Deputy Richard Rondel.

Ministers have praised Jersey’s Youth Service and Liberate, the Channel Islands’ equality and diversity charity for hosting a ‘successful’ Jersey Virtual Pride 2020.

The Jersey Community Foundation has awarded almost £200,000 of grants to charities for projects which help people to cope with the impact of COVID-19.

Green-fingered prisoners from HM Prison La Moye have had their efforts recognised at the RJH&S’s Summer Flower and Produce Show.

J4 - the registration mark on the Lieutenant-Governor’s official vehicle – is to be sold to the highest bidder.

It is strongly recommended that students, from the age of 11, should wear face coverings while on school buses, unless they are medically exempt.

Statistics Jersey have today published their latest economic indicators report

Director of Property is appointed

The Minister for Education is pleased to clarify that the Jersey Youth Service did not financially sponsor the statue of George de Carteret.

Young Islanders disappointed that they cannot travel to Guernsey to take part in this year’s Pride event can log on to an online party to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community instead.

As part of the £150m Fiscal Stimulus Package developed to support Islanders after the outbreak of COVID-19, 105,000 Spend Local cards are being distributed to Islanders.

An outdoor survival course which aims to build young people’s confidence and communication skills is still accepting applicants.

The Minister for Home Affairs, Connétable Len Noman, gave a speech today for Emergency Services Day

Islanders are reminded that the change to the “de minimis” level for paying GST on unaccompanied imported goods comes into effect on 1 October.

The main COVID-19 symptoms are being highlighted to help Islanders look out for them during the colder winter months.

Work has started on a £7.3m project to build a dedicated acute mental health facility within Clinique Pinel at St Saviour’s Hospital, which was delayed due to COVID-19.

The life-saving work of Jersey’s emergency services is due to be recognised on Wednesday as the Island takes part in a national day to honour 999 workers.

Islanders are reminded of self-isolation rules as two people are fined for breaching the rules

An Island-wide government cyber security risk assessment will launch next week, aimed at providing insight into the current cyber security maturity of businesses on the Island.

Chief Minister appoints Deputy Rowland Huelin as new Assistant Minister

This week (7 – 11 September), the British Beekeepers Association is promoting National Asian Hornet Week.

A Jersey charity has won the contract to prepare meals for five Island secondary schools.

Government updates landlord policy to support its commercial tenants

Local businesses are being encouraged to undertake a business health check amidst the ongoing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

‘Our Hospital’ site shortlist reduced from five to two

Statistics Jersey have today published their latest economic indicators report.

Les Quennevais branch library reopens on Monday

The 2020 report on the Jersey Opinions and Lifestyle Survey has been released today by Statistics Jersey.

From the 9 September onwards every eligible adult and child in Jersey will receive a £100 Spend Local card

The Government’s ambition for Islanders’ physical wellbeing over the next decade has been announced in a report published today.

EU (and EEA and Swiss nationals) living in Jersey are being advised to apply to the Jersey-EU Settlement Scheme as soon as possible.