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Jersey Library Shortlisted for Regional Library of the Year Award
Jersey Library has been named a finalist for the East and South-East England Regional and Country category in the prestigious British Book Awards’ Library of the Year competition.
Feb 262 min read


Projected Island Population to Fall to 96,460 by 2080
New official forecasts suggest the population of Jersey will hold steady at around 104,540 until mid-century before gradually declining to about 96,460 by 2080.
Feb 262 min read


Famous Faces and Lawmakers Impersonated in Fraudulent Online Adverts
Islanders are being urged to stay vigilant after fraudsters used photos of prominent Jersey personalities and organisations in a series of deceptive social media adverts.
Feb 251 min read


Used Cars Exempt from Upcoming Petrol and Diesel Vehicle Ban
Proposals to prohibit the import of second-hand petrol and diesel vehicles from 2030 have been abandoned, the Environment Minister has confirmed.
Feb 252 min read


Jersey Basks in First “Glorious” Dry Spell of 2026 After Months of wind, cold and rain
After a miserable few months of relentless rain and disruption, islanders finally enjoyed a lovely day as forecasters promised Jersey’s first run of dry, “glorious” weather of 2026.
Feb 241 min read


Hotel Plans ‘Weakened’ by Removal of Sports Facilities
A proposed hotel and conference centre near Jersey Airport has been labelled “significantly weakened” after plans for new indoor sports and leisure facilities were dropped from the scheme. The development, put forward by Strive Health Club, now outlines a 155-room hotel with a conference venue, spa treatment areas, swimming pool and 117 parking spaces. Earlier proposals had been larger, featuring 179 bedrooms, expanded parking, and additional leisure amenities. Planning offic
Feb 241 min read


Parents Now Eligible to Apply for Childcare Funding
Jersey parents can now submit applications for a new childcare support scheme that could provide thousands of pounds to help cover nursery and childminder costs for children aged two to three.
Feb 241 min read


Jersey Set to Record Its Rainiest February Ever
Jersey is heading toward its rainiest February since records began, following a spell of severe weather that brought flash flooding, a landslip and major travel disruption during the school half-term break.
Feb 231 min read


Jersey Zoo Teams Stranded After Cyclones Devastate Madagascar Conservation Projects
Conservation staff linked to Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust in Jersey have been left without reliable food, shelter or clean water after powerful cyclones tore through parts of Madagascar.
Feb 231 min read


Renewed Push to Support Foster Carers as Departures Rise
Children’s services in Jersey have intensified efforts to strengthen the island’s fostering system after dozens of carers stepped down in recent years, according to the government.
Feb 231 min read


Jersey Water Backs Tough New PFAS Limit but Warns Major Public Funding Will Be Needed
Jersey Water has voiced support for a proposed legal limit on toxic “forever chemicals” in the Island’s drinking water, while cautioning that substantial taxpayer investment will be required to meet the target. Steve Luce, the Environment Minister, is asking the States Assembly to amend water legislation so that the combined concentration of four PFAS chemicals does not exceed four nanograms per litre within five years. According to the utility’s most recent water quality rep
Feb 182 min read


Philip Ozouf Faces Third Suspension as Conduct Breach Sparks Fresh Sanctions Call
Politicians in Jersey have put forward a proposal to suspend Philip Ozouf from the States Assembly for a third time in just over six months following his recent criminal sentencing.
Feb 181 min read


Jersey Deputy Pushes Law to Require All In-Person Businesses to Accept Cash
A St Brelade deputy is seeking a States Assembly vote that would compel all in-person businesses in Jersey to accept cash payments.
Feb 181 min read


Funding Boost Pledged for Jersey Bowling Alley Revamp
The new proprietor of Jersey Bowl has unveiled plans to invest thousands of pounds to modernise the long-standing entertainment venue.
Feb 181 min read


Drug-driving law will make prosecution easier
Jersey’s infrastructure minister has unveiled plans to tighten the island’s road traffic laws in a bid to make it simpler to prosecute motorists who drive while under the influence of drugs.
Feb 132 min read


DFDS Sets Out Freight Contingency Plan After Cargo Ship Fire
DFDS has announced additional measures to safeguard freight services after a fire broke out on one of its cargo vessels earlier this week.
Feb 101 min read


Intellectual Property Treaty Extension
Innovators and businesses in Jersey are set to gain easier access to international intellectual property protection after the States Assembly approved a request to extend key global treaties to the Island.
Feb 51 min read


Giant puffin sculptures to be repaired after ‘severe’ damage
Two giant puffin sculptures overlooking Plémont Bay in Jersey are set to undergo repairs after suffering what conservation chiefs have described as “severe” damage during recent winter storms.
Feb 51 min read


Hettich Celebrates First Year of New Store, Highlights Commitment to Jersey’s High Street
Hettich Celebrates First Anniversary of King Street Store, Championing Jersey High Street Investment
Jan 303 min read


Jersey Sees Inflation Rise to 2.8%
Consumer prices in Jersey increased by 2.8% in the year to December, remaining largely unchanged since September and below the UK and Guernsey rates of 3.4%.
Jan 301 min read
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