March 2023 – Official Government of Jersey Blog

Elaine Walker, Interim Associate Director, at Children, Young People, Education and Skills talks about her first WomenEd event

Elaine Walker 31 March 2023 —

Last year, when my friend and former colleague Gary Burgess passed away, I promised to get back into blogging as part of my commitment to #bemoreburgess. Unfortunately, I’ve not done very well with my pledge, as juggling a busy workload with a young family is a full-time commitment itself. As a former journalist, I always … Read more Elaine Walker, Interim Associate Director, at Children, Young People, Education and Skills talks about her first WomenEd event

New Healthcare Facilities Programme – Team Update #2

Christian May 31 March 2023 —,

What are Feasibility Studies? Currently, the focus of the NHFP team and our advisors is to produce a series of feasibility studies which will confirm whether, and how, we can deliver a multi-site healthcare solution for Jersey. What does this process involve? Firstly, we need to ensure that the project team understands the clinical clusters … Read more New Healthcare Facilities Programme – Team Update #2

Jo Poynter explains why contributing to Jersey’s first Dementia Strategy is so important.

Jo Poynter 28 March 2023 —,

Jo Poynter, Associate Director for Improvement and Innovation for Health and Community Services, appeared on the BBC Breakfast show on Thursday 23 March. Jo was interviewed by presenter Jenny Mullin about the Dementia Strategy, a piece of work being carried out by the Government of Jersey in partnership with the charity, Dementia Jersey. The strategy, … Read more Jo Poynter explains why contributing to Jersey’s first Dementia Strategy is so important.

How do you contact Revenue Jersey?

Christophe Ait-Elhadj 22 March 2023 —,

Revenue Jersey is constantly seeking ways to improve our customer service, which is why we’ve made an online Enquiry Form.

The importance of engagement with islanders – Deputy Karen Wilson, Minister for Health and Social Services

Karen Wilson 21 March 2023 —,

When I first came into post I knew that I wanted to meet people face-to-face to hear first-hand about issues within our health system from those who have previously or currently use the services we provide, and what they think can be done to improve it. That’s because I don’t underestimate the impact that someone’s … Read more The importance of engagement with islanders – Deputy Karen Wilson, Minister for Health and Social Services

Why an Espresso is good for everyone in Government

Christopher Vieira 20 March 2023 —

In a changing world, learning and development keeps employees up to date, inspired to learn and promotes a culture to thrive in. This is really important when those employees serve taxpayers who rightly expect a civil service that is driven towards continual improvement and excellence. As an organisation focused on how we can continue to … Read more Why an Espresso is good for everyone in Government

New Healthcare Facilities Programme – Team Update #1

Christian May 17 March 2023 —,

This is the first in a series of regular blogs that are designed to provide Islanders and colleagues across the Government of Jersey with an update on the work of the New Healthcare Facilities Programme team. Our team are tasked by Ministers with delivering new healthcare facilities that are fit for purpose, cost effective and … Read more New Healthcare Facilities Programme – Team Update #1

Jersey celebrates St Patrick’s Day

Martyn White 17 March 2023 —,

Interim Associate Director of CYPES, Elaine Walker, explains how Jersey will join the global green festival this weekend to celebrate St Patrick’s Day. Growing up in my hometown of Dublin, St Patrick’s Day was very much celebrated, like it is around the world, featuring parades, pubs and plenty of partying. St Patrick’s Day falls on … Read more Jersey celebrates St Patrick’s Day

The Chief Minister, Deputy Kristina Moore, speaks to BBC Jersey about drainage systems affecting housing developments

Kristina Moore 17 March 2023 —,

On Wednesday 15 March the Chief Minster, Deputy Kristina Moore, appeared on the BBC Breakfast show with presenter Jenny Mullin to discuss drainage issues impacting the development of new affordable housing, particularly in St Peter. The first part of the interview featured Islander, Kevin Pallot, who is hoping to purchase one of the homes at … Read more The Chief Minister, Deputy Kristina Moore, speaks to BBC Jersey about drainage systems affecting housing developments

Chief Minister, Deputy Kristina Moore: Commonwealth Day Message

Kristina Moore 15 March 2023 —,

This week, I was delighted to record a Commonwealth Day Message from The Rt Hon Patricia Scotland KC, Commonwealth Secretary-General. Please click on the link for the video message (opens in Youtube): https://youtu.be/5G2Y1plV5lU

Month: March 2023