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Social Security Funds Remain in Strong Financial Health
The Minister for Social Security, Deputy Lyndsay Feltham, has reassured Islanders that Jersey’s pension funds are in a strong and secure position, with reserves exceeding £2.5 billion — enough to pay pensions for more than seven years without further contributions. Responding to public concerns, Deputy Feltham said claims that the Government is misusing the Social Security Reserve Fund are “simply not true.” She emphasised that the funds are growing and will continue to do so
Oct 17, 20251 min read


Guernsey and Jersey take part in annual political meetings with Brittany and Ille-et-Vilaine
Channel Islands strengthen regional ties at political summits in Brittany and Ille-et-Vilaine Representatives from Jersey, Guernsey, Alderney, and Sark attended this week’s annual political summits with the regional council of Brittany and the departmental council of Ille-et-Vilaine. The meetings reinforced long-standing partnerships between the Channel Islands and their French neighbours, built through Memorandums of Understanding — Jersey’s dating back 15 years with Ille-et
Oct 15, 20251 min read


Jersey Deputy Convicted of Immigration Law Breach
A senior Jersey politician is awaiting sentencing after admitting to multiple immigration offences linked to his business. Deputy Philip...
Oct 3, 20251 min read


Jersey Hosts First Cross-Nation Education Summit
Education Ministers, union leaders and senior officials from across the British Isles will gather in Jersey this week for a major summit...
Sep 16, 20251 min read


Health funding rises by almost £60m in latest budget
Health and education are set to receive the largest funding increases under the government’s 2026 budget proposals, unveiled on Tuesday....
Sep 16, 20252 min read


Jersey Approves Major Overhaul of Rental Rules After Heated Debate
Jersey’s parliament has signed off on a package of reforms to the island’s rental laws following a lengthy three-day debate in the States...
Sep 13, 20251 min read


Senators to Return After States Approves Law
Jersey’s States Assembly has voted to reinstate senators in time for the next election, restoring the island-wide mandate scrapped in...
Sep 12, 20251 min read


Tenant and Landlord Protections Move Forward After Key Vote
Efforts to strengthen rental protections in Jersey have advanced after States Members rejected an amendment that sought to remove most of...
Sep 11, 20251 min read


Illegal Lift Prosecutions Prove Difficult, Minister Says
Efforts to prosecute Islanders offering paid lifts through social media remain challenging, the Home Affairs Minister has acknowledged....
Sep 9, 20251 min read


Deputy Urges Split Election Dates
Deputy Proposes Separate Election Dates for Senators Jersey politician Montfort Tadier has called for elections for senators to be held...
Aug 28, 20251 min read


Possible Cuts to Treatments Stir Uncertainty
Impact of Potential Cuts to Elective Procedures Still Unclear, Says Panel Chair Uncertainty remains over how island residents could be...
Aug 9, 20251 min read


Petition to Remove GST on Food Surpasses 1,000 Signatures
A growing petition calling for the removal of goods and services tax (GST) on food has now surpassed 1,000 signatures, triggering an...
Aug 7, 20251 min read


Changes to Income Support Could Boost Family Claims
Proposed Income Support Reforms Aim to Encourage Work Among Jersey’s Youth A proposed change to Jersey’s income support rules could see...
Jul 22, 20252 min read


Health Minister Grilled Over £350m Spending Plans
Minister's £350m Investment Plan Draws Scrutiny Panel's Surprise Leaders of a key scrutiny panel have expressed surprise following a...
Jul 16, 20252 min read


Jersey young leaders meet President Macron in UK
Three young leaders from a Jersey programme aimed at strengthening ties between the UK and France have met President Emanuel Macron and...
Jul 12, 20251 min read


£120,000 Bonus for Jersey Ports Boss Defended by Minister
Treasury Minister Defends £120K Bonus for Ports of Jersey CEO Treasury Minister Deputy Elaine Millar has defended a £120,000 bonus...
Jul 9, 20252 min read


Consultation to discuss planned airport hotel
Public Invited to Share Opinions on Proposed Hotel Near Jersey Airport Residents are being encouraged to give their feedback on a new...
Jul 2, 20251 min read




Public Backs Fort Regent Redevelopment Plans, Survey Finds
Overwhelming Support for Fort Regent Revamp, Survey Reveals A sweeping regeneration plan for Fort Regent has won strong public backing,...
Jun 11, 20252 min read


Report: 19 Formal Complaints Filed Against States in 2024
Jersey Government Oversight Panel Reviewed 19 Formal Complaints in 2024 An independent panel tasked with reviewing public grievances...
May 22, 20252 min read
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