Politics

Jersey's health minister has pledged to introduce tougher controls on medicinal cannabis prescribing in early 2027, following an inquest that raised concerns about the impact of treatment on a patient's behaviour and death.

A BBC investigation has alleged that accountancy firm Deloitte helped conceal £508m worth of Roman Abramovich’s assets through backdated documents, potentially allowing the Russian billionaire to avoid millions in tax.

A new online directory has been launched in Jersey to make it easier for islanders to find mental health and wellbeing support. The Mental Health Directory brings information about a range of services together in one place, helping people identify the support available and find options suited to their individual needs. It can be used by those seeking help for themselves or looking for support for someone else. Health officials said the initiative aims to make it simpler for

Jersey’s Justice and Home Affairs Minister has pledged to move forward with legislation aimed at tackling hate crime, with a draft law expected to be presented to the States Assembly by the end of 2027.

Jersey pensioners are set to receive an annual increase of £734 in their old age pension following the introduction of a 4.7% top-up.

Independent observers of Jersey’s 2026 election have called for greater transparency around political spending and campaign funding.

Jersey's current minimum wage is already too high for some parts of the economy, according to Economic Development Minister Deputy Gerald Voisin, who has warned that a further increase could add to businesses' costs.

Questions have been raised over the cost of political consultancy work carried out for Value Jersey during Jersey’s June election.