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Jersey students have praised the island’s new £8 million sports facilities at the Oakfield Centre, describing them as a welcome boost for fitness and sporting opportunities. Officially opened on Thursday, the state-of-the-art complex sits beside Highlands and Hautlieu colleges and is already proving popular with students who are using the facilities as part of their lessons. The Oakfield Centre includes a 3G pitch, martial arts studios, and a purpose-built gymnastics hall, of

JT Group Acquires Isle of Man’s Leading Telecoms Provider Jersey Telecom’s parent company, JT Group, has announced the acquisition of Manx Telecom Group, the Isle of Man’s leading telecommunications provider. The deal makes JT Group the largest telecoms operator across the UK Crown Dependencies. The combined company will serve customers in Jersey, Guernsey, and the Isle of Man, with a commitment to investing in “resilient and secure, next-generation digital networks.” JT Grou

Jersey Considers Tougher Laws on Dangerous Dogs Jersey’s constables have signaled plans to tighten laws on dangerous dogs to prevent serious injuries. One proposed change targets breeds such as the XL bully, which have been linked to attacks and deaths in other countries. Last year, Jersey banned the import of XL bullies without a special licence following a rise in dog attacks in the UK. At a scrutiny meeting on Friday, States Vet Susana Ramos said she wanted to avoid any in

Ten local organisations are being offered free cyber health checks as part of a new initiative aimed at strengthening Jersey’s defences against cyber crime. The Jersey Cyber Security Centre (JCSC) has launched a pilot programme to provide tailored guidance and advice, helping businesses and charities assess their cyber resilience and identify potential vulnerabilities. As part of the scheme, participating organisations will complete a detailed survey examining existing protec

Plans to convert a former seaside restaurant into self-catering accommodation have once again been rejected. Jersey’s Environment Minister, Deputy Steve Luce, dismissed an appeal against the refusal of updated proposals for the former Nude Food Dunes site at St Ouen’s Bay. The building has remained unused since the restaurant closed in late 2023. Initial plans to redevelop the property into self-catering holiday accommodation were turned down last year, with revised designs a

According to Jersey Fire and Rescue, crews were called to assist an English Bulldog named George Bullfrog , who had fallen onto a ledge about 15 metres (49 feet) below the cliff top on the island’s north coast at Bouley Bay . Using a drone to pinpoint the dog’s exact location, rescuers then hiked roughly 1 kilometre (0.6 miles) to reach the spot before carefully climbing down to retrieve him. The service said George was “very friendly and happy to see us,” adding that he w

Jersey Cows Helping Nepalese Farmers Boost Milk Quality and Income A project involving Jersey cows is transforming dairy farming in Nepal, with local farmers seeing major improvements in milk quality and yield. The initiative has been hailed as a “real success story” in tackling poverty, according to Jersey Overseas Aid. Under the four-year program, genetic material from Jersey cows is being sent to Nepal to allow cross-breeding with local cattle. This process aims to enhance

Jersey firms say staff shortages are holding back growth, survey finds A growing number of Jersey businesses say skills and staff shortages are hampering their operations, according to the latest Business Tendency Survey from Statistics Jersey . The quarterly report, which tracks economic sentiment among local firms, found that 70% of businesses operating at or above capacity cited a shortage of skilled workers as their biggest constraint. Meanwhile, more than half of under

Telecoms operator Sure by Beyon has announced plans to invest £48 million

Jersey’s Chief Minister will officially open a new £8 million sports complex in St Saviour this Thursday. Deputy Lyndon Farnham will welcome sports enthusiasts to the Oakfield Sports Centre, alongside Infrastructure Minister Andy Jehan and Jersey Sport Chief Executive David Kennedy. The new facility features three multi-sport arenas, a 3G pitch, martial arts studios, and a purpose-built gymnastics hall. It will cater to a wide range of sports, including basketball, netball, a

Jersey Post Group’s Chief Executive Officer, Mark Siviter, has been elected to the Board of Directors of PostEurop, the association representing postal operators across Europe. His appointment follows a vote held during PostEurop’s General Assembly in Albania. Mr Siviter will begin his two-year term on 1 January 2026 , joining a board made up of senior representatives from some of Europe’s leading postal organisations, including Deutsche Post and DHL (Germany), Swiss Post, Po

Red Weather Warning Issued for Channel Islands as Severe Winds Approach A red weather warning has been issued for the Channel Islands, with forecasters warning of severe gale-force winds expected to hit from Thursday morning. According to the Jersey Met Office , south-easterly winds of force seven are forecast to shift west to south-west, bringing gusts of up to 65 knots across the Channel Islands shipping area. On land, Jersey and Guernsey are expected to face gusts of ar

Government to Proceed with New Primary School at Former Gasworks Site Despite Calls for More Green Space Jersey’s government has confirmed it will move forward with plans to build a new primary school on the former gasworks site in St Helier, despite renewed efforts to have the land added to the Millennium Town Park instead. Constable Simon Crowcroft had urged the States Assembly to ask ministers to rethink the project, arguing that residents in the island’s capital deserve m

Government Open to Reviewing Freight Pricing if Costs Rise for Islanders The government is willing to revisit Jersey’s freight pricing structure if it is shown to be driving up the cost of goods for islanders, according to Chief Minister Deputy Lyndon Farnham . Deputy Farnham said he remained confident that the current flat-rate system —under which all freight operators pay the same charge per metre of space used on ships bringing goods to the island—was beneficial in the lon

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