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Plans to convert reversing bays in St Helier into a new skatepark have been given the green light by planning officials.

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.

The Jersey leg of the de Putron Challenge took place on Tuesday at the Royal Jersey Showground, bringing together some of the island’s brightest young students for a day of competitive quizzing.

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.

Health and care charities in Jersey contributed an estimated £137 million to the island’s society in 2024, according to new research highlighting their growing importance.

Jersey’s construction sector is facing mounting pressures after the island recorded its wettest February on record, with industry leaders warning that poor weather has compounded an արդեն difficult economic climate.

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

A local human rights organisation has expressed concern over proposed legal changes that would allow cases to be retried when juries fail to reach a majority decision.

A former chief minister has proposed delaying potential changes to how schools teach children about sexual identity.

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.

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.

Jersey’s ban on personal imports of meat and dairy products will remain in place for the foreseeable future, according to the island’s Environment Minister.

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.

Employees in Jersey who report wrongdoing in their workplace could soon be safeguarded under proposed new legislation designed to prevent unfair treatment.

Work to make parts of St Helier more attractive and pedestrian-friendly is set to begin in the coming weeks with the planting of new trees in the town centre.

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.

Schools across Jersey are set to undergo a significant restructuring as the government prepares to introduce a new partnership model following a year-long review of the education system.

Islanders are being encouraged to pick up a paintbrush and take part in a public art event designed to celebrate creativity and community spirit.

 A church in Jersey is seeking permission to create a new family-focused space inside its building in a bid to encourage more children and young people to take part in services.

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.