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Temporary Closure Announced for Jersey Barclays Branch
Barclays customers in Jersey will be unable to deposit cash for more than a week this summer as Barclays prepares to temporarily shut its only island branch for refurbishment work.
Apr 61 min read


Travel Disruption Blamed as Jersey Visitor Spending Falls £24m Short
Visitors to Jersey spent £24m less in 2025 compared with the previous year, according to a government progress report reviewing its £20m living wage support scheme.
Apr 22 min read


Independent Review Ordered Into Jersey Work Permit Rules Over Worker Exploitation Concerns
Politicians in Jersey have raised concerns that the island’s current work permit system leaves seasonal migrant workers vulnerable to exploitation, prompting calls for reform.
Apr 11 min read


Falling Newspaper Sales Put Ferry Service in Jeopardy
A daily freight ferry linking Jersey and Guernsey could be under threat due to falling newspaper demand and rising fuel costs.
Mar 311 min read


Islanders Frustrated by High Costs and Unreliable Travel, New Survey Finds
A new survey has highlighted growing frustration among Channel Islanders over the cost and reliability of travelling off-island.
Mar 272 min read


Channel Islanders Face Age Verification Problems After Latest iPhone Update
iPhone users in Guernsey and Jersey are reporting problems verifying their age following the release of Apple’s latest software update.
Mar 261 min read


School warns fee increase still falls short of covering rising costs
A leading fee-paying school in Jersey has warned that a forthcoming rise in tuition charges will still leave it short of covering day-to-day expenses.
Mar 241 min read


Jersey Business Leaders Urged to Embrace AI with New Governance Guidelines
New guidance aimed at helping Jersey’s business community navigate the rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been issued by the Institute of Directors (IoD) Jersey. The organisation says the framework offers practical support for directors and senior executives as they respond to fast-moving technological changes affecting every sector of the economy. It is intended to address common concerns among leaders who remain cautious about adopting AI. IoD Jersey chair Ian Webb hi
Mar 211 min read


Seaside Sauna Plan Could Transform Summer Visits to Portelet Bay
A visit to Portelet Bay this summer could soon offer more than sun and sea, with proposals that may allow visitors to enjoy pizza, drinks, a swim - and even a sauna.
Mar 191 min read


Planning Committee Approves Revised Hotel Development at Strive in St Peter
Plans for a new hotel at Strive in St Peter have been unanimously approved by the Planning Committee following a lengthy and challenging approval process.
Mar 191 min read


Jersey Introduces New Vape Duty to Curb Youth Use
A new tax on vape products is being introduced in Jersey as part of efforts to address rising e-cigarette use among young people. The measure, approved in the most recent Budget, will add £2 to every 10ml of vape liquid. Officials say the move is designed to discourage uptake while maintaining vaping as a lower-cost alternative for smokers trying to quit. Recent figures show that more than half of adults aged 16 to 34 have experimented with e-cigarettes at least once. This fo
Mar 181 min read


Ports of Jersey to Take Over Shipyard Café Operations at St Helier Harbour
Ports of Jersey has announced it will assume control of the Shipyard café at St Helier Harbour, marking a shift in how food and drink services are delivered at the Elizabeth Terminal.
Mar 182 min read


St Mary Solar Farm Put on Hold as Jersey Electricity Rethinks Energy Plans
Plans for a major solar farm in St Mary have been put on hold, according to Jersey Electricity, as the company reassesses its wider renewable energy strategy.
Mar 171 min read


Crackdown on Illegal Taxi Services Gains Momentum in Jersey
Plans to clamp down on unlicensed taxi operations in Jersey have moved a step closer to becoming law, as proposals to introduce fines and criminal penalties gain political backing.
Mar 171 min read


New Jersey Law Aims to Protect Workplace Whistleblowers from Retaliation
Employees in Jersey who report wrongdoing in their workplace could soon be safeguarded under proposed new legislation designed to prevent unfair treatment.
Mar 171 min read


Minister Says Efforts to Reduce Agency Staff Are Showing Results
The number of temporary agency healthcare workers employed by Jersey’s health service has fallen over the past year, according to the island’s Health Minister.
Mar 162 min read


Plans lodged for new teaching studio at St George’s Preparatory School
Plans have been submitted to develop a new art and food technology studio within the grounds of St George’s Preparatory School at La Hague Manor.
Mar 132 min read


Solar panels planned for public buildings under new Jersey Electricity deal
Solar panels could soon appear on the roofs of schools, car parks and depot buildings across the island after a new agreement between Jersey Electricity and the government.
Mar 132 min read


Jersey Milk and Butter Recalled After Chemical Detected
Milk and butter produced in Jersey have been recalled after traces of a chemical not suitable for human consumption were discovered, the island’s dairy company has confirmed.
Mar 121 min read


Jersey to Require Allergen Labels on All Food Sales
Food businesses in Jersey will soon be required to provide clear information about ingredients that could trigger allergic reactions under new legislation approved by the States Assembly. The updated laws support proposals from the environment minister aimed at improving safety for people with food allergies. The measures are designed to ensure that customers can easily access details about potential allergens in the food they buy. According to the government, the regulations
Mar 121 min read
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