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More than just rain or shine: keeping the Island running

Posted on — Categories Keeping the Island Running, Weather

From bracing snowstorms at the airport, to informing farmers on whether to cover their potatoes, Senior Forecaster, Bryan de Gruchy, has seen it all in his three decades in the Infrastructure and Environment Department’s Meteorological Section. Bryan said: “A lot of what people see is just a basic weather forecast telling us whether it’s going … Read more More than just rain or shine: keeping the Island running

Performance Report 2024, Dr Andrew McLaughlin, Chief Executive Officer

Minister for Treasury and Resources, Deputy Elaine Millar

Jersey’s strength has always been built on prudent financial management, a commitment to living within our means, and making sure that we protect our reserves for the future. Unlike many other jurisdictions, we have low levels of borrowing and by making responsible financial decisions, we continue to provide stability and security for Islanders. The 2024 … Read more Minister for Treasury and Resources, Deputy Elaine Millar

Playing our part in the Climate Change Global challenge

We often hear about climate change in terms of global headlines describing distant disasters, so we asked Jane Burns, Climate Change Engagement Manager, and Lisette Jones, Head of Environment and Climate, to explain what climate change looks like for our Island and what’s being done about it.  By extending the UK’s ratification of the Paris … Read more Playing our part in the Climate Change Global challenge

From schools to beach kiosks: keeping Jersey’s property portfolio running

Whether you’re going to the markets for your groceries, exercising at Les Quennevais Sport Centre, or meeting your friends at a local café on the beach, each of these spaces are part of Islanders’ daily lives, and spaces that are managed by Jersey Property Holdings (JPH). JPH act as the corporate landlord for all publicly … Read more From schools to beach kiosks: keeping Jersey’s property portfolio running

Charting a brighter future by degrees 

ITV Channel Weather Presenter Lily Carter reflects on how the Jersey Bursary helped her secure her dream job  Government support for those considering extending further education studies does not end at undergraduate degree level, with funding available for courses that fill skills shortages in the Island.  Student finance is available for professional qualifications required by … Read more Charting a brighter future by degrees 

Rowing for All: Connect Me

Building a Future in Jersey: the Economy

Tom Holvey could be said to specialise in island economies. Before he came to Jersey, he worked for a time on a rather more remote island, as Chief Economist for the government of St Helena. “There’s definitely something about an island mentality,” he says. “You feel you’re that bit more independent, more reliant on yourself. … Read more Building a Future in Jersey: the Economy

When cleaning is a serious operation 

A sterile environment is vital in operating theatres. We have all seen surgeons on TV dramas or docu-series going through extensive hand-washing routines before beginning a procedure, but who are the unsung heroes behind the scenes who ensure the environment and equipment used is clean to ensure patient safety and optimise recovery?  In Jersey, this … Read more When cleaning is a serious operation 

Clarifying the Minimum Wage increase 

By Deputy Lyndsay Feltham, Minister for Social Security  As Minister for Social Security, I want to take a moment to clear up some confusion surrounding the entitlement to the minimum wage. I know there’s been a lot of discussion, and it’s important to make sure everyone has the correct information.  What is the minimum wage?  … Read more Clarifying the Minimum Wage increase