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Jersey Architecture Awards Move to Three-Year Cycle After Drop in Entries
Jersey’s architecture awards have been postponed and will now take place every three years instead of every two, following a decline in submissions and growing resource pressures.
5 hours ago1 min read


Digital Healthcare Initiative Delivering Real Impact
A new digital health initiative is enabling clinicians to support vulnerable patients at home while helping to cut hospital admissions, a Jersey charity has said.
5 hours ago2 min read


Pump Track and Sand Dunes Approved for Jersey Park Upgrade
Plans to transform Coronation Park Playing Fields have been approved, with work expected to be completed this summer.
2 days ago1 min read


House Sparrow Leads Channel Islands Birdwatch Rankings
The house sparrow has topped the list of the most-recorded bird in the Channel Islands for the second consecutive year in the RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch.
2 days ago1 min read


Prison Population on the Rise, Report Finds
The number of people held in Jersey’s prison has risen again, according to the latest annual report from the States of Jersey Prison Service.
3 days ago1 min read


Construction Starts on New Purpose-Built Youth Centre
Construction has officially started at the former Ann Street Brewery site in St Helier, with the government describing the development as a “major milestone” for youth services on the island. Project leaders confirmed the new building will rise to five storeys and feature a range of facilities, including a rooftop kick pitch, a large climbing wall, a dance studio and a sports hall, alongside other dedicated spaces for young people. The Youth Enquiry Service is expected to rel
4 days ago1 min read


Jersey Unveils Plans for 81st Liberation Day Celebrations
Plans for Jersey’s upcoming Liberation Day celebrations have been announced by the Bailiff, marking 81 years since the island was freed from German occupation.
5 days ago2 min read


Public Invited to View Updated Fort Regent Plans at Jersey Exhibition
Islanders are being invited to view revised proposals for the future of Fort Regent at a public exhibition later this month. The Government of Jersey, alongside the States of Jersey Development Company (SoJDC), will present the updated designs at the Pomme d'Or Hotel on 14 April at 17:30. The latest plans follow extensive public consultation. An independent survey in 2021 gathered feedback from more than 2,500 people, while a further consultation last year attracted responses
6 days ago1 min read


Temporary Closure Announced for Jersey Barclays Branch
Barclays customers in Jersey will be unable to deposit cash for more than a week this summer as Barclays prepares to temporarily shut its only island branch for refurbishment work.
Apr 61 min read


Tourism Optimism Fades as Iran Conflict Pushes Costs Higher - But Jersey Eyes Staycation Boost
A promising start to the year for Jersey’s tourism sector has been threatened by rising costs and growing global uncertainty following the outbreak of war involving Iran, industry leaders have warned.
Apr 62 min read


Prisoners Offered Football Coaching Qualification in New Jersey Rehabilitation Initiative
The States of Jersey Prison Service has introduced a new eight-week football coaching programme in partnership with Jersey Bulls coach Paul McKay, aimed at supporting rehabilitation and personal development among inmates.
Apr 41 min read


Registered Sex Offenders in Jersey Increase Again as Authorities Stress Public Protection
The number of registered sex offenders in Jersey rose to 211 in 2025, according to the latest annual report from the Jersey Multi‑Agency Public Protection Arrangements. The figure marks an increase from 202 recorded in 2024.
Apr 41 min read


Jersey Scraps 2030 Ban on New Petrol and Diesel Cars
Plans to ban the sale of new petrol and diesel cars in Jersey by 2030 have been dropped following public opposition, Environment Minister Steve Luce has announced.
Apr 31 min read


DFDS Plans Return of Jersey–St Malo Sailings After Ferry Damage
Ferry operator DFDS says it expects to resume sailings between Jersey and St Malo on Tuesday after one of its vessels was damaged during a berthing incident.
Apr 31 min read


Appeal Rejected for Ship Officer Jailed Over Fatal Jersey Collision
A ship officer jailed after a ferry collision that killed three fishermen has lost his appeal against his sentence.
Apr 31 min read


£250,000 Upgrade Approved for “Unusable” Jersey Park Toilets
Public toilets described as “dirty” and “broken” are set to be refurbished after parishioners approved a £250,000 upgrade at Elephant Park.
Apr 21 min read


Travel Disruption Blamed as Jersey Visitor Spending Falls £24m Short
Visitors to Jersey spent £24m less in 2025 compared with the previous year, according to a government progress report reviewing its £20m living wage support scheme.
Apr 22 min read


Independent Review Ordered Into Jersey Work Permit Rules Over Worker Exploitation Concerns
Politicians in Jersey have raised concerns that the island’s current work permit system leaves seasonal migrant workers vulnerable to exploitation, prompting calls for reform.
Apr 11 min read


Channel Islands Set to Launch New Digital Visa Programme
Visitors travelling to Jersey, Guernsey and the Isle of Man from outside the UK and Ireland will be required to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) from 23 April, authorities have confirmed.
Apr 11 min read


St Helier Restores Historic Shipyard Garden After £1 Purchase
Work is underway to restore the former Allix Shipyard gardens after the Parish of St Helier took ownership of the site earlier this year for £1.
Mar 311 min read
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