2021 news

Revenue Jersey is reminding employers to prepare for changes to the way they submit their returns of employees’ tax deductions, taxable benefits, contributions and manpower.

Children are being encouraged to take part in the summer reading challenge.

​Jersey Customs and Immigration Service (JCIS) are reminding resident EU nationals, that they have until today, Wednesday 30 June, to apply for the EU Settlement Scheme.

Ministers have agreed changes to the isolation period for children and young people who have been identified as a direct contact of a COVID positive person.

Islanders wishing to secure a standout registration mark for their vehicle will be able to bid at an auction, on Saturday 10 July.

Children and young people in schools and nurseries across the Island will take part in activities this week to mark the second Jersey Children’s Day on 3 July 2021.

Lateral flow testing is now open for a greater number of businesses who can sign up to be part of the Community Testing programme.

Elizabeth Street will be closed to traffic on Tuesday 29 June to allow school children to play outside as part of a national ‘Playing Out’ campaign. The campaign is one of the Government’s Sustainable Transport Strong Start initiatives.

The Government of Jersey has offered to extend, for three months, the transition period allowing certain French vessels to continue to fish in Island waters.

The Government of Jersey has responded to the Comptroller and Auditor General’s (C&AG) latest Covid report.

As COVID-19 cases continue to rise, Islanders are being reminded to continue to keep their guard up and follow the public health guidelines.

​Staff in Health and Community Services are raising awareness of the importance of HIV testing and early diagnosis to support National HIV Testing Day on 27 June.

​Islanders are being reminded that their Social Security contributions will return to the pre-pandemic 6% in July.

Jersey’s Vaccination Programme is launching a campaign to encourage any remaining eligible Islanders to book for their first dose of the COVID vaccine.

The latest vaccination statistics as at 20 June show that 92% of over 40s have had at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine, and 85% are fully vaccinated.

Today, Jersey's biomedical scientists are celebrated as part of Biomedical Science Day 2021.

Two further virtual public exhibitions have been launched as part of the Our Hospital Project this week.

JT is to sell a majority stake in its Internet of Things (IoT) division

A scheme to provide interim financial support to the Island's fishing industry has been approved by Ministers.

A speech by the Chief Minister, Senator John Le Fondre

Speech by the Minister for Health and Social Services, Deputy Richard Renouf

A speech by the Minister for Economic Development, Senator Lyndon Farnham

Ministers have agreed to relax the isolation policy for fully vaccinated direct contacts, and to extend the COVID Status Certification scheme to those who have been fully vaccinated outside the Common Travel Area (CTA).

The establishment of an organisation which will improve Jersey’s cyber security has taken a significant step forward.

Islanders are being encouraged to share their feedback on a proposed scheme to improve the promenade area at Bel Royal’s seafront.

On Tuesday 22 June, the Minister for Health and Social Services published the initial report of Jersey’s Assisted Dying Citizens’ Jury.

A pilot scheme has launched which aims to help small and medium-sized businesses in Jersey improve their productivity.

​Three new cycle shelters are being added in St Helier as part of a four-month pilot scheme to encourage Islanders to cycle in and out of town.

GovLife podcast series is launched

Students at Haute Vallée have joined adults supported by the Learning Disability Service to co-create pieces of artwork to raise awareness about Learning Disability Week.

​Two new Closer to Home events will take place at the end of June and will deliver activities and services to Islanders at the Library.

​Students at Haute Vallée will take on two of their teachers in a triathlon fundraiser to raise money for Brightly, a local children's charity.

Ministers announce updates to the Safer Travel Policy and Jersey’s Reconnection Roadmap

​As at Sunday 13 June, 75% of all Islanders aged over 18-years old had received one dose of a Covid-19 vaccine

Deputy Medical Officer of Health, Dr Ivan Muscat, has written to the school community

Jersey’s Heart Team in Health and Community Services has been recognised for their work caring for patients who suffer blackouts (syncope). Their service will be listed as an international centre of excellence.

A further £6.8 million of Fiscal Stimulus funding is being released to a range of organisations including Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust, The Shelter Trust, Jersey Hospice Care and the National Trust.

Islanders are invited to contribute to a consultation into the new public health law.

The COVID Safe team have successfully traced all current COVID-19 cases.

Islanders are being encouraged to participate in the draft bridging Island Plan consultation by submitting their comments before Monday 12 July.

Proposed Future Fort Regent plans have been published today, and Islanders are invited to share their feedback.

Islanders have until the end of this week to share their views on the inclusiveness of Jersey’s educational and early year settings.

The States Employment Board (SEB) has welcomed the publication of the Annual Report of the Jersey Appointments Commission (JAC) for 2020.

Last month, a panel of business leaders and members of the Highlands College Governing Body validated the College’s performance for the 2019/2020 academic year.

Ahead of another busy weekend of travel arrivals and hospitality visits, businesses are reminded to maintain and ensure they are keeping to measures which protect their staff and customers against the spread of COVID-19.

Ministers are today meeting politicians from across Britain and Ireland to discuss the ongoing recovery from COVID-19.

The du Chemin Suite, the new diabetic retinal screening room at the General Hospital, is now open for patients.

The British & Irish Lions squad arrive in Jersey this Sunday (13 June) to begin a training camp ahead of the 2021 tour to South Africa.

The Government of Jersey has begun to engage the financial services industry in discussions about amendments to the Island’s financial crime strategy.

Five local banks have entered into an agreement to provide £150,000 per year to Community Savings Ltd.

A draft law has been proposed to set the minimum price for a ‘bag for life’ at 70 pence and to ban traders from supplying many ‘single use’ plastic and paper bags.

Joint statement from the Safeguarding Partnership Board Jersey and the Government of Jersey

A Director General has been appointed for Infrastructure, Housing and Environment (IHE).

Ministers announce updates to the Safer Travel Policy for Summer 2021

Islanders aged 18-24 years old will be able to book their COVID-19 vaccine appointments from Sunday 13 June, with appointments starting on Monday 14 June.

Islanders can now access free places on a range of courses through Highlands College, due to funding from the Fiscal Stimulus Fund (FSF).

Changes to Stage 7 of Jersey’s Reconnection Roadmap

Islanders who have received two doses of a COVID-19 vaccine will start to receive their COVID Status Certification in the post from today, Wednesday 9 June.

Islanders have until Friday 11 June to share their views on the Children and Young People Emotional Wellbeing and Mental Health Draft Strategy.

A year-long pilot scheme, starting from Monday 14 June will see a two-way cycle lane along Hill Street, making eastbound travel easier for cyclists.

Businesses are invited to sign up for a free training programme that will change the way they drive in order to reduce fuel consumption and carbon emissions.

Jersey’s emergency services have come together to support Child Safety Awareness Week 2021.

The Minister for Housing and Communities, Deputy Russell Labey, has published an Action Plan outlining his priorities for the Island’s housing sector.

Islanders are being encouraged to book a free hepatitis test following the success of a campaign that began in May.

Islanders aged 25-29 years old will be able to book their COVID-19 vaccine appointments from tomorrow, Friday 4 June.

Her Majesty’s Attorney General has worked with the United States Department of Justice in repatriating just under $1m to the US Treasury in the case of Ivan Scott Butler, an Alabama salesman convicted in the US of tax evasion.

Staff from Disability and Inclusion and the Local Services Team are taking part in a cycle challenge as part of Move More’s Find Your Power Week.

Islanders are invited to give their feedback on the Interim Retail Strategy

On Wednesday 26 May, Assistant Minister for Education, Deputy Scott Wickenden and Director of Education, Seán O’Regan, visited Rouge Bouillon School.

The Chief Minister has made the following statement on the death of Connétable Len Norman, Minister for Home Affairs.

The Duke of Edinburgh Award (DofE) Jersey Committee has completed a partnership project with the Jersey Youth Service, funded by the Channel Islands Lottery. The project has increased accessibility of the DofE to young Islanders.

The Environment Minister has, on behalf of the Government of Jersey, received a report detailing the recommendations of the Citizens’ Assembly on Climate Change.