2021 news

The Minister for Health and Social Service has made an amendment to the COVID-19 (Workplace Restrictions) Order which means that anyone who enters retail premises must always wear a mask while on site.

The Jersey Library has been accepted to join the British Library’s Living Knowledge Network which is a partnership of over 20 national and public libraries in the UK.

Critical workers travelling to Jersey, whose employers apply to exempt them from the usual isolation requirements, will soon have to meet new testing requirements

The Government of Jersey have commissioned 4insight to conduct an Island wide survey to establish the public’s views on the COVID-19 vaccination to ensure the Programme is understanding the needs of Islanders.

Appointment of Interim Chief Executive and Head of the Public Service

The weekly COVID-19 vaccination statistics indicate the programme is delivering the vaccine to priority groups efficiently and is on target with capacity to vaccinate all Islanders over 50 by the end of April.

Organisations who want to apply for funding from the second tranche of Fiscal Stimulus Fund have until 31 January to submit an Expression of Interest.

The Treasury has launched a review into the way GST is collected on goods which are imported into the Island for personal use.

Statistics Jersey have today published the results from the latest Business Tendency Survey.

The Acting Minister for Education, Deputy Jeremy Maҫon visited Rouge Bouillon Primary School today to see first-hand the safety steps that they have implemented since pupils return to school.

Adults who are at increased risk of severe illness and mortality from COVID-19, will receive a letter from Government inviting them to book their COVID-19 vaccine.

Statement from the Minister for Health and Social Services regarding care home visits

Ministers for External Relations and Environment issue a statement on transitional arrangements for fishing industry

The Government of Jersey has responded to the Comptroller and Auditor General’s (C&AG) report on anti-corruption arrangements.

Islanders can now call the Coronavirus Helpline for free following an agreement with JT.

Health Minister announces a delay to the reopening of non-essential retail outlets

Students studying or working in a sports related field with a level 4 and 5 in higher education will be able to study for an additional year in Sport at University College Jersey to obtain a full degree.

A new landmark agreement between General Practitioners and Health and Community Services (HCS) allows patient records to be viewed and shared electronically for the first time.

Islanders aged over 80 who opted to receive their COVID-19 vaccine at their homes instead of Fort Regent will start to receive them this weekend.

The Minister for Health and Social Services, Deputy Richard Renouf will sign extensions to COVID-19 Orders, which act as temporary legislation, on a monthly basis from 31 January.

Every staff member in primary and secondary schools and colleges, as well as students in Years 11 and above, will be offered Lateral Flow Testing (LFT).

Statistics Jersey has today published the December 2020 Retail Prices Index report.

Speech made by the Minister for Economic Development at a COVID-19 press conference.

Speech made by the Health Minister at a COVID-19 press conference.

Press conference speech by the Chief Minister, Senator John Le Fondré.

A new chair and two new members have been appointed to the Statistics Users Group.

Islanders who have a passion for nature will be able to join this year’s Pondwatch JE online on Saturday 23 January which runs from 12pm to 1pm.

On the 1 January 2021, the UK-EU Trade & Cooperation Agreement (TCA) came into effect.

Islanders are being reminded that customs declarations will be required for unaccompanied personal goods imported from the EU, following the UK’s departure from the European Union.

This Cervical Cancer Prevention Week (18-24 January), women are being urged to take up their invitation for a routine cervical screening appointment.

The Government of Jersey has responded to the Comptroller and Auditor General’s (C&AG) Thinkpiece on Public Audit in Jersey.

Islanders aged 75-79 will be able to book their COVID-19 vaccine appointments from Monday, 25 January as part of the next eligible group as outlined by the Joint Committee for Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) vaccination schedule.

Renewed support for victims and witnesses of crime on the island has been pledged today with the launch of Victims First Jersey and the Victim and Witness Charter.

Public engagement and communication plan for development of Jersey's new hospital

The Government is today launching a campaign inviting Islanders to apply to become Specialist Short Break Carers for children with disabilities.

Jersey's credit rating has been confirmed as unchanged by Standard and Poor's

In response to new variants of COVID-19 being identified in South America, Ministers have agreed to introduce further restrictions at Jersey’s borders.

An online consultation has today (Friday, 15 January) opened, asking respondents to choose whether they would prefer Jersey’s main skatepark to be built at Les Quennevais Sports Centre or South Hill Gardens.

"We are working as fast as we can to bring additional support and certainty to businesses."

Faith leaders in Jersey are encouraging and reminding Islanders who are aged 80 and over to book their free COVID-19 vaccination appointment.

Students from Jersey attending all universities and colleges in England will now pay home fees, aligning them with students who are UK-residents, following a decision from the UK Government.

Four local candidates have been appointed to sector leadership positions in the newly-formed Economy Department within the Government of Jersey.

A bus service which will loop around St Helier, linking key destinations such as Liberation Station, the General Hospital, Town Hall, Town Market and the northern residential areas is to be trialled.

The latest COVID-19 vaccination statistics as at 10/01/2021

Companies are being reminded that they have until 31 January 2021 to file their 2019 tax returns.

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

Statistics Jersey have today published their latest economic indicators report.

Parents of children who are in their final year at a Government of Jersey primary school are being sent details next week to confirm their child has a place at a secondary school.

Jersey’s Acting Education Minister has released the attendance figures for primary and secondary schools on the first day back to school.

Over 200 Islanders have joined the COVID-19 vaccination programme as volunteers to work as part of the support team.

On 8 January 2021, the Royal Court ordered the forfeiture of a van used by Nicholas Paul Brown to commit multiple motoring offences, including dangerous driving and driving with excess alcohol.

Early indications show there has been a successful start to the Spring school term today in Jersey.

The Chief Minister responds to the resignation of the Education Minister

Jersey launches new medicinal cannabis sector

Parents, students and school staff are being reassured and reminded of the public health guidelines ahead of opening schools next week.

Good afternoon, and a very Happy New Year to you and to your families.

I want begin by echoing your thanks to all Islanders, who have responded as a community to the new laws and guidance brought in just before Christmas.

We are in a better place now than we were in mid-December with about 25 new cases per day instead of the 78 or so new cases per day we saw before Christmas.

Ministers agree staged process for reconnecting the Island

Islanders wanting to quit smoking this year are being encouraged to use Jersey’s Stop Smoking Service, Help2Quit, for support.

The Minister for Education has responded to the UK's announcement on exams.

Islanders can now file their 2020 tax return, either online or by completing a paper form.

From today, Islanders aged 80 and over can now book their free COVID-19 vaccination through the online booking system.

COVID restrictions on gatherings and workplaces are extended until Ministers meet to discuss a review of their impact

Eligible businesses can now apply for financial support from the Government’s Visitor Attractions and Events Scheme, which opens today.

A statement from the Minister for Education, Senator Tracey Vallois

Chief Minister issues statement in response to the UK Prime Minister's announcement

From Wednesday 6 January, Islanders aged 80 and over can book to receive their free COVID-19 vaccination as part of Tier 2 of the Government’s COVID-19 vaccination programme.

The Fiscal Stimulus Fund (FSF) has opened its second tranche of funding for applications today.

From today, Monday 4 January, Islanders will be invited to take part in a Citizen’s Jury that will address one of the most challenging of ethical issues; Should assisted dying be permitted in Jersey and if so, under what circumstances?