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The JSPCA Charity Shop is asking islanders for support ahead of 15 months of major roadworks set to begin on St John’s main road.

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

Mark Temple Appointed Jersey’s Deputy Bailiff Attorney General Mark Temple has been appointed as Jersey’s new deputy bailiff, a move approved by King Charles III and formally announced in the States Assembly. Mr Temple succeeds Robert MacRae, who welcomed the appointment, noting that his successor “has served the island as a law officer for 10 years and I have every confidence that his experience and attributes will serve him well as a judge of the Royal Court and a presiding

Minister Pressed for Clarity on French Rejection of Jersey Scallops Jersey’s Environment Minister has been urged to explain reports that French authorities recently refused consignments of island-caught scallops because they were packed in ice made from local tap water. The Environment, Housing and Infrastructure Scrutiny Panel has asked Minister Steve Luce to provide further information on the incident and to clarify what paperwork or certification is currently required for

Independent Review of Inclusion in Jersey Schools Published An independent review into inclusion and support for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) has been published. Commissioned by the Minister for Education and Lifelong Learning and the Interim Chief Officer of CYPES, the review assessed inclusion practices across Jersey, identifying strengths, areas for improvement, and actions for change. The Government has accepted all find

Jersey Shelter Seeks New Homes for Abandoned Snakes A Jersey animal shelter is appealing to reptile lovers to open their homes to six snakes currently in its care — including Ivy, a ball python who has been waiting nearly a year to be adopted. The Jersey Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (JSPCA)  says it is reaching capacity, with a mix of corn snakes, ball pythons, a Texas rat snake, and a Nicaraguan dwarf boa  all in need of new homes. According to animal car

Safety Upgrades Planned for St Aubin’s Tunnels to Secure Tenants’ Future Plans have been submitted to improve safety at the former railway tunnels in St Aubin, allowing long-term tenants – including two shooting clubs and the Le Petit Train – to remain on site. The proposal includes installing fire screens, fire doors and security gates to bring the tunnels up to safety standards. The move follows earlier concerns that tenants might have to relocate amid safety risks, prompti

Opening of La Pulente’s Permanent Toilets Still on Hold Plans to open permanent public toilet facilities at the Nude Dunes development in La Pulente, St Ouen, have been further delayed, according to Jersey’s Infrastructure Minister. In a written response to a question from Deputy Montfort Tadier, Minister Andy Jehan confirmed that the property owner is still liaising with their insurance provider to ensure they have adequate public liability cover to operate the toilets. Depu

Jersey to Maintain Use of Glyphosate Despite Global Concerns A widely used weedkiller ingredient linked to cancer in a US court case will remain approved for use in Jersey, the government has confirmed. Environment Minister Steve Luce said the island would continue to “follow the lead” of the European Union and the United Kingdom, both of which currently permit the use of glyphosate and glyphosate-based herbicides. The decision follows renewed debate over the chemical’s safet

Emergency Repairs Planned for Historic Victoria Marine Lake Emergency works are set to begin on Jersey’s historic Victoria Marine Lake to address serious safety concerns, including risks of “potential rip tides and whirlpools” linked to changes in tidal flow through breaches in the sea wall, officials have confirmed. The 128-year-old seawater pool, located on St Helier’s waterfront, has been closed since 2023 following damage to its protective wall. The site, built in 1897 to

Sir Tim Le Cocq Concludes Six-Year Tenure as Jersey’s Bailiff Sir Tim Le Cocq has stepped down as Jersey’s Bailiff, marking the end of a six-year term at the head of the island’s judiciary and civic life. Appointed in 2019 by the late Queen Elizabeth II, Sir Tim served as the island’s 90th Bailiff and presided over his final sitting in the Royal Court this week. His tenure officially concludes exactly six years to the day since his appointment — a timeframe he had committed t

Jersey Lifeboat to Get Engine Upgrade for Greater Speed and Endurance One of Jersey’s key rescue vessels is set to receive a major boost next year as it undergoes a full engine refit. The Sir Max Aitken III, operated by the Jersey Lifeboat Association (JLA), will be fitted with two new Baudouin engines supplied by French manufacturers and installed by local marine engineering firm DK Collins. A recent technical assessment found the Tyne-class steel lifeboat to be in “excellen

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

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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

A new report has highlighted that significantly fewer older islanders received the shingles vaccine in 2024 than health experts recommend. According to the Public Health Jersey Immunisation Report 2024 , fewer than 30% of 70-year-olds were vaccinated against shingles — well below the Department of Health and Social Care’s 60% target. Health officials warned that around one in four people are likely to contract shingles at some point in their lives. The condition, which causes

Durrell Trust to Host Royal Celebration Marking 100 Years Since Gerald Durrell’s Birth The Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust has unveiled plans for a special royal event celebrating the life and legacy of its founder, Gerald Durrell, on what would have been his 100th birthday. Widely regarded as a pioneer in wildlife conservation, Durrell’s passion and groundbreaking vision reshaped global approaches to protecting endangered species. To commemorate his centenary, the Trust

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