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Charities Across Channel Islands Receive £427,000 Boost from Lottery Fund More than £427,000 has been awarded to charities and community projects across the Channel Islands to support mental and physical wellbeing. The 2024 grants, ranging from £2,000 to £130,000, were distributed to initiatives encouraging physical activity and social connection. In Guernsey, £191,000 was allocated through the Social Investment Fund, while organisations in Jersey received £236,000 via the As

Families Say Jersey Falling Short on Support Despite Island Appeal

Questions Raised Over Funding for Fort Regent Redevelopment

Jersey Records Higher Rate of Skin Cancer Than Guernsey, New Report Finds

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

Regulators are investigating how effectively websites and apps protect children’s personal data and privacy online. The Jersey Office of the Information Commissioner (JOIC) confirmed its participation in a global initiative organised by the Global Privacy Enforcement Network (GPEN). The coordinated effort — referred to as a “sweep” — focuses on reviewing digital platforms used by or designed for children to assess how transparent they are about their data practices. The exerc

Jersey Property Market Sees Rise in Sales as Prices Hold Steady Jersey’s housing market saw a sharp increase in sales during the third quarter of 2025, though activity remains below pre-decade levels, according to new figures. The latest House Price Index  from Statistics Jersey  reported 287 property transactions between July and September — a 26% increase compared to the previous quarter’s 228 sales. Year-on-year, sales were up 55% from 185 recorded in the same period of 20

Tourism leaders in Jersey say confidence in the sector remains high, even as the island recorded a decline in summer visitor numbers. New data from Visit Jersey revealed that 75,100 people visited the island in August — 18,400 fewer than in the same month last year. However, visitors stayed slightly longer on average, with the typical trip length increasing from five to five-and-a-half nights. The agency noted that year-on-year comparisons should be treated cautiously, as its

Rule Change Blocks Wales’ Move for Celtic’s Osmand A recent change to football eligibility rules has ended Wales’ hopes of calling up Celtic’s young midfielder Osmand , whose international pathway once reflected the Channel Islands’ unique place in British football. The Crown Dependencies — Jersey, Guernsey and the Isle of Man — occupy an unusual position within the British Isles. While the King is head of state, each island has its own government and identity, yet none are p

Tiny Seeds Launches ‘The Birds and the Bees’ for Fertility Awareness Week

Plans for Six-Storey Hotel Near Jersey Airport Rejected Proposals to build a six-storey hotel and conference centre close to Jersey Airport have been turned down by the island’s Planning Committee. The project, submitted by Strive Health Club, included plans for 179 guest rooms, along with a spa, swimming pool, and conference facilities. During the committee meeting, three members voted in favour of the development, while four voted against, leading to its refusal. The decisi

Andium Delivers Over 300 New Homes This Year, With Hundreds More on the Way

Jersey Water’s ‘Big Butt’ Campaign Urges Islanders to Save Every Drop A tongue-in-cheek new campaign from Jersey Water  is asking islanders to “grab a big butt” — but it’s all in the name of water conservation. The ‘Big Butt’ initiative  aims to tackle declining reservoir levels by encouraging households to install water butts and collect rainwater for everyday outdoor use. Current water stocks remain well below the 10-year seasonal average , raising concerns about supply res

Developers aim to transform the lido into a resort similar to Benidorm

The Better Journeys Project has announced new funding to help schools across the Channel Islands encourage pupils to walk, cycle and scoot to school. Applications are now open for the project’s Fund for Schools, which offers financial support and expert advice to help education providers improve facilities and programmes that promote active travel. Schools in Guernsey can apply for grants of up to £3,000, while those in Jersey are eligible for up to £1,500. The initiative aim

Businesses are being urged to avoid running charity raffles and lotteries after regulators warned that doing so could breach gambling laws. The Jersey Gambling Commission said it had recently identified several cases in which companies attempted to hold fundraising draws on behalf of charities. Although many firms may be acting with “good intentions,” the commission stressed that only registered charities or licensed third-party operators are legally permitted to run such sch

Two new pedestrian crossings have been installed on Mont Millais to improve safety for students and residents near Jersey College for Girls. The Government of Jersey said the upgrades were designed to make it easier and safer for people walking in the busy school area. The works include a signal-controlled crossing completed in early September and a pedestrian refuge island linking two bus stops south of the JCG car park. Enhancements around the signal crossing include a larg

Islanders are being encouraged to report any suspected side effects from medicines in a bid to improve drug safety. Health and Care Jersey has signed up to this year’s #MedSafetyWeek campaign, joining the World Health Organisation and more than 130 global partners in promoting medicine safety awareness. The initiative, now in its tenth year, highlights the importance of raising concerns through the Yellow Card reporting system. Officials said that by sharing information about

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