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Scientific Officer for Invasive Species in the Infrastructure and Environment Department, Adam Dallas-Chapman, is at the forefront of Jersey’s battle against invasive species. From removing Asian Hornet nests to working collaboratively with counterparts in Guernsey, France and England, Adam is key in protecting the Island as we know it. “My role is split in two,” … Read more Keeping Jersey’s biodiversity safe
The launch of Jersey Connections on 5 December in London marked an exciting milestone in our ongoing efforts to strengthen ties with the Jersey diaspora. The journey to Jersey Connections The concept of Jersey Connections began as a recommendation outlined in the Island Identity report: to build a stronger sense of belonging among those with … Read more Jersey Connections: Bringing our global communities together
As Assistant Minister with responsibility for Women’s Health, I am proud to share the progress Jersey is making in addressing the health needs of women and girls. Over the past year, we have been listening to the voices of local women and girls—through our Women’s Health and Wellbeing Survey and consultations with professionals, we’ve gained … Read more Listening and Acting: Our Commitment to the Health and Wellbeing of Women and Girls
Pet owners travelling with their pets to the EU are being reminded to check their EU pet passport or Animal Health Certificate is valid before travelling and to consider what action they may have to take if weather conditions impacts their crossings. During the winter months, ferries may be cancelled, delayed or even brought forward … Read more Travelling with pets this Christmas – advice from the Animal Health and Welfare Team
With a diverse portfolio of buildings and facilities that he needs to look after, Maintenance Officer in Jersey Property Holdings (JPH), Ben Makin, plays a key role in ‘Keeping the Island Running’. Including schools, healthcare facilities, sport sites, and even public toilets, Ben’s work ensures Jersey’s infrastructure remains functional and safe for all Islanders. Ben … Read more From the lifeguard station to public toilets: Keeping the Island Running
As Assistant Minister for External Relations, with responsibility for growing Jersey’s ties with the state of New Jersey, I have just returned from a very productive first official visit. One of the highlights was meeting the Governor of New Jersey, Phil Murphy, with whom I had the opportunity to discuss how we can grow our … Read more Old Jersey Meets New
What happens when creativity meets community? Prisoners in Jersey are teaming up with local artists to craft skateboard ramps and design custom decks for young people. This project not only provides practical support for the skateboarding scene but also offers a pathway for prisoners to reconnect with society.
Beneath the streets of Jersey, lies an intricate network of drainage pipes and tunnels that are keeping our waste treatment processes running smoothly and our homes safe from floods. Paul Jacklin started his career as a young worker laying drains, before joining the Infrastructure and Environment Department almost two decades ago. Now a chargehand for … Read more Keeping 355 miles of underground pipes running
For more than 25 years, Stuart Matthews has been at the heart of maintaining some of Jersey’s parks and gardens, and now he is the Head Gardener at St Brelade’s Winston Churchill Park. Stuart’s passion for gardening, inspired by his grandad during his school days at Les Quennevais, keeps the park colourful for both Islanders … Read more Keeping Winston Churchill Park running all year round
We recently caught up with Joshua Twohig-Jones about his role as a Youth Worker, his Jersey Youth Service journey and what the service had planned for National Youth Work Week 2024. Can you tell us how you got involved with Youth Work? As a teenager I attend St Peter’s Youth Club on a Wednesday night for their Intermediate … Read more An interview with Lead Youth Worker Joshua Twohig-Jones
