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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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Employees in Jersey who report wrongdoing in their workplace could soon be safeguarded under proposed new legislation designed to prevent unfair treatment.

Work to make parts of St Helier more attractive and pedestrian-friendly is set to begin in the coming weeks with the planting of new trees in the town centre.

The number of temporary agency healthcare workers employed by Jersey’s health service has fallen over the past year, according to the island’s Health Minister.

Schools across Jersey are set to undergo a significant restructuring as the government prepares to introduce a new partnership model following a year-long review of the education system.

Islanders are being encouraged to pick up a paintbrush and take part in a public art event designed to celebrate creativity and community spirit.

 A church in Jersey is seeking permission to create a new family-focused space inside its building in a bid to encourage more children and young people to take part in services.

Plans have been submitted to develop a new art and food technology studio within the grounds of St George’s Preparatory School at La Hague Manor.

Solar panels could soon appear on the roofs of schools, car parks and depot buildings across the island after a new agreement between Jersey Electricity and the government.

Jersey’s government has signed an order introducing what officials describe as the most significant reform to the island’s residential tenancy legislation in over ten years.

Jersey’s States Assembly has approved new legislation that will allow abortions to take place up to 22 weeks of pregnancy, extending the current limit of 12 weeks in most cases.

Milk and butter produced in Jersey have been recalled after traces of a chemical not suitable for human consumption were discovered, the island’s dairy company has confirmed.

In a significant decision, lawmakers have approved a package of new legislation designed to strengthen protections for women and girls facing violence and domestic abuse.