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Powerful Poppy Display Pays Tribute to the Fallen

Ministers Defend Lido Tender Amid Calls for Community Takeover Jersey’s Council of Ministers has criticised attempts to overturn a decision on who will run the Havre de Pas Lido, describing the move as “disappointing.” The government recently awarded the tender to local company First Point, which is set to take over management of the popular bathing pool next year. However, Deputy David Warr, who chairs the Lido’s steering group, has lodged a proposition calling for the site

Free Bus Travel for Veterans on Remembrance Sunday Veterans in Jersey will be able to travel for free on LibertyBus services this Sunday as they attend Remembrance Day ceremonies across the island. The bus company said the initiative was part of its ongoing commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant, which supports members of the armed forces community. Kevin Hart, Director of LibertyBus, said the gesture was intended to recognise the service and sacrifice of veterans and to mak

A new council has been created in Jersey to guide the island’s approach to artificial intelligence (AI) and support its roll-out across key sectors. Digital Jersey has announced the launch of the AI Council, which will serve as a central body to coordinate AI-related projects and strategies between government, industry and regulatory organisations. The group aims to encourage collaboration, share expertise and ensure the technology is developed responsibly. According to Digit

Gender pay gap in Jersey

The Jersey Chamber of Commerce has launched a fierce response after planning officers advised against approving the proposed Strive hotel development in St Peter. Plans lodged in August outline a hotel, spa, conference venue and pool complex beside Strive Health Club near the Airport Road, with the ambition of creating a “sports, leisure and cultural destination” to support a wide range of community activity. The proposal drew early praise from islanders who welcomed the idea

DFDS partners with Eyecan to improve ferry travel for passengers with sight loss To mark Invisible Disabilities Week , ferry operator DFDS  has teamed up with local charity Eyecan  to explore ways of making travel easier and more inclusive for passengers with visual impairments. The collaboration forms part of DFDS’s wider Sunflower initiative , which focuses on recognising and supporting travellers with hidden disabilities across its routes. As part of the project, Mark Coxs

Pet Groomer Blames Landlord Neglect for Major Business Loss A Jersey pet groomer says her business has suffered badly because of her landlord’s failure to repair her rented shop unit. Suzie Hazlewood, who ran Mucky Mutz  in Les Quennevais Precinct, claimed repeated leaks and damp made her premises unsafe. “Water came through the ceiling into the electrics,” she said. “It got worse with mould and fungus growing.” Ms Hazlewood said the building’s owner, UK-based High Tide Inves

Government Releases Ferry Contract After Mounting Criticism Jersey’s government has released details of its 20-year agreement with ferry operator DFDS, following growing public and industry concern over the company’s performance. Retailers have voiced frustration at DFDS’s freight charges and a series of cancelled sailings between Jersey and Guernsey, prompting a scrutiny panel to demand transparency around the long-term contract. Economic Development Minister Deputy Kirsten

Digital Jersey Scales Back Training After Government Funding Cut JERSEY  – The organisation responsible for promoting Jersey’s digital sector has announced it will scale back several of its training courses following a government funding reduction. Digital Jersey, which runs technology and digital skills programmes for islanders, said it faces a £400,000 shortfall  next year after the Education and Skills Department reduced its financial support. Chief Executive Tony Moretta

JT Group Acquires Isle of Man’s Leading Telecoms Provider Jersey Telecom’s parent company, JT Group, has announced the acquisition of Manx Telecom Group, the Isle of Man’s leading telecommunications provider. The deal makes JT Group the largest telecoms operator across the UK Crown Dependencies. The combined company will serve customers in Jersey, Guernsey, and the Isle of Man, with a commitment to investing in “resilient and secure, next-generation digital networks.” JT Grou

Ten local organisations are being offered free cyber health checks as part of a new initiative aimed at strengthening Jersey’s defences against cyber crime. The Jersey Cyber Security Centre (JCSC) has launched a pilot programme to provide tailored guidance and advice, helping businesses and charities assess their cyber resilience and identify potential vulnerabilities. As part of the scheme, participating organisations will complete a detailed survey examining existing protec

Jersey firms say staff shortages are holding back growth, survey finds A growing number of Jersey businesses say skills and staff shortages are hampering their operations, according to the latest Business Tendency Survey  from Statistics Jersey . The quarterly report, which tracks economic sentiment among local firms, found that 70% of businesses operating at or above capacity  cited a shortage of skilled workers as their biggest constraint. Meanwhile, more than half of under

Telecoms operator Sure by Beyon has announced plans to invest £48 million

Jersey Post Group’s Chief Executive Officer, Mark Siviter, has been elected to the Board of Directors of PostEurop, the association representing postal operators across Europe. His appointment follows a vote held during PostEurop’s General Assembly in Albania. Mr Siviter will begin his two-year term on 1 January 2026 , joining a board made up of senior representatives from some of Europe’s leading postal organisations, including Deutsche Post and DHL (Germany), Swiss Post, Po

Les Quennevais Parade and Precinct in west Jersey may be one step closer to regeneration, as the Council of Ministers prepares to back a proposition calling for the area to be prioritised. The initiative, put forward by St Brelade Deputy Helen Miles, asks for the shopping precinct to be included in the Future-Fit Retail Roadmap and the West of Island Planning Framework, both key guides for Jersey’s development. It also requests that Les Quennevais be considered in work by the

St Martin Residents Voice Fears Over Belle Fontaine Solar Farm Proposal Plans for a large solar farm at Belle Fontaine, St Martin, have sparked opposition from residents who fear the project could disturb the parish’s peaceful countryside and harm local wildlife. The proposed 5.2-megawatt development would span roughly eight hectares of Crown land and form part of Jersey Electricity’s (JE) Solar 5000  initiative, which aims to produce 25 megawatts of solar energy locally by 2

Finance and retail executives in the Channel Islands are urging companies to make environmental responsibility a central part of their business strategies. The call came during the Business Sustainability Conference held in Jersey on Wednesday, where local and regional business leaders gathered to discuss climate and environmental challenges. Andrew Mitchell, founder of Jersey-based finance consultancy Equilibrium Futures, said: “Money makes the world go around, but it also d

Family-Run Portuguese Restaurant to Close After 30 Years in Jersey Barros’ Tropical Bistro is set to close its doors in December 2025, marking the end of three decades serving the island’s community. The family-run Portuguese restaurant first opened on Colomberie in 1995 before relocating to its current spot on the corner of David Place, where it has remained ever since. Manager and chef Michelle de Barros has confirmed that the closure comes as a result of the building’s lea

The Times Jersey  will launch The Journal next week, a new dedicated section focused on business and finance, offering sharp insight into Jersey’s evolving economic landscape and key industry developments. Designed for the island’s business leaders, investors, and professionals, The Journal  delivers in-depth coverage of local enterprise, professional services, and the sectors shaping Jersey’s future. Regular features include: Business and economic news Legal and financial an