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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

Campaign Launched to Protect Jersey’s Countryside Access Jersey National Park has unveiled a new awareness campaign aimed at preserving the island’s countryside and encouraging responsible behaviour from walkers and visitors. The initiative, called The Black Sheep series, focuses on safeguarding the park’s network of more than 50 miles of trails, open land, and protected habitats. Organisers say the campaign highlights the impact of seemingly small actions — from leaving mark

Jersey Gas Workers to Face Jury Trial Over Fatal Flat Explosion Three former gas engineers charged in connection with a deadly explosion at a Jersey apartment complex are set to go on trial in September 2026. Lee Ward, 58, Neil Armstrong, 57, and John Wright, 59, appeared before Jersey’s Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday. Each has entered a not-guilty plea to 10 counts of gross negligence manslaughter, relating to the deaths of 10 residents at the Haut du Mont flats in St Helier

Lee Ingram has been appointed President of the Jersey Football Association (JFA), succeeding Bradley Vowden, who stepped down after six years in the role. A local lawyer and former island footballer, Mr Ingram expressed his ambition to see football on the island grow as a diverse and inclusive sport. “I am honoured to have been asked to represent the local Association,” he said. “Bradley was an incredible ambassador for football in Jersey, and I will do my utmost to continue

Tiny Stretch of Bouley Bay Coastline to Go to Private Developer in Exchange for Safety Work A narrow strip of public land at Bouley Bay in Jersey is set to be transferred to a private developer in return for crucial safety improvements. The land, located in front of the long-closed Water's Edge Hotel, is approximately 1.5 metres wide and 20 metres long and will be handed over to W.E. (Jersey) Ltd. Under the agreement, the developer is required to fund the clearance of the pub

A proposal to require every newly-built home in Jersey to include at least one parking space has sparked a fierce debate, amid warnings the move could drive up housing costs and undermine the island’s push for greener transport.

Most sharks released by recreational anglers survived when recommended handling guidelines were followed, according to new research. Scientists from the University of Exeter tagged close to 70 blue, porbeagle and tope sharks to monitor how they behaved after being caught and released by non-commercial fishers. Catch-and-release is widely used to help support shark populations, though some animal welfare organisations argue the practice can still cause harm or even death. The