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A major redevelopment of Fort Regent could see a new multi-use arena, bowling alley and six-screen cinema open by 2029, subject to planning approval and funding, government officials have confirmed.

Spending on consultants, agency staff and temporary workers in Jersey has fallen by nearly £45m over the past three years, according to the Government of Jersey. A new report shows external workforce costs dropped from £82.8m in 2023 to £38m in 2025. The largest savings came from a £13.3m reduction in consultancy fees and an £18m decrease in spending on agency staff in health and social care. Chief Minister Lyndon Farnham said the figures demonstrated the progress being made

Plans have been lodged to redevelop mental health facilities in Jersey that have been described as “not fit for purpose.”

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

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.

More than half of adults in Jersey are overweight or obese, while many are not getting enough exercise, according to a new public health report.

A new survey has highlighted growing frustration among Channel Islanders over the cost and reliability of travelling off-island.

iPhone users in Guernsey and Jersey are reporting problems verifying their age following the release of Apple’s latest software update.

Government workforce numbers in Jersey have fallen by 181 in non-frontline roles as a recruitment freeze on back-office positions remains in place.

Jersey’s government has approved a limited programme allowing recreational fishing of Atlantic bluefin tuna, following what officials described as a “remarkable recovery” of the species.

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.

A former chief minister has proposed delaying potential changes to how schools teach children about sexual identity.

About 200 children aged nine to 11 have designed, built and raced miniature Formula 1 cars in a new primary school initiative led by STEM Racing UK and Digital Jersey.

The Times Jersey is inviting local entrepreneurs and start-ups to take part in a new business feature celebrating companies launching on the island in 2026.