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Jersey Introduces Automatic Voter Registration Ahead of June Election
A new system designed to automatically register eligible residents to vote is being introduced in Jersey ahead of the island’s next election.
Mar 251 min read


Students returning from Kent universities advised to contact public health officials
Health officials in Jersey have released updated advice following a meningitis outbreak in Kent, urging certain islanders to come forward for support.
Mar 241 min read


Calls to delay £2.3m sale of former government building in Jersey
A States member has urged ministers to pause the proposed sale of a former government property in Jersey, arguing the site could be put to better use for the local community.
Mar 242 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


Channel Islands Art Takes Centre Stage in Cross-Island Exhibition
A major new exhibition celebrating artistic talent and inspiration from the Channel Islands has opened, bringing together creatives from across the region and beyond.
Mar 211 min read


Jersey Developers Face Clearer Rules on Mandatory Public Art Funding
New guidance has been issued to clarify expectations for property developers in Jersey who are required to allocate part of their budgets toward public art projects.
Mar 211 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


Town Skatepark Plan Proposes Transforming Reversing Bays
Plans to convert reversing bays in St Helier into a new skatepark have been given the green light by planning officials.
Mar 202 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


St Mary’s Primary School and Victoria College emerge victorious from this year’s de Putron Challenge in Jersey
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.
Mar 192 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 Health Charities Deliver £137m Boost to Island Society, New Study Finds
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.
Mar 192 min read


Harsh Weather Conditions Strain Construction Sector
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.
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


Rights Group Raises Alarm Over Plans to Introduce Retrials After Hung Juries
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.
Mar 182 min read


Call to Delay Debate on School Gender Education Policy Until After Election
A former chief minister has proposed delaying potential changes to how schools teach children about sexual identity.
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


Ban on Personal Imports of Meat and Dairy Remains in Force
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.
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
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