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Information and public services for the Island of Jersey
L'înformâtion et les sèrvices publyis pouor I'Île dé Jèrri
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
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
There’s something special about being out on the water — the rhythm of the oars, the breeze in your hair, and the sense of achievement with every stroke. But for many in Jersey, trying out rowing has often felt out of reach. That’s where the Jersey Rowing Club, supported by funding from Connect Me, is … Read more Rowing for All: Connect Me
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
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
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
Jersey’s government has been in office for just over a year now, and we are using each month this year to focus on one of the priorities we set when we took office. This month, the focus is on ‘Building a Future in Jersey’, which housing is a crucial part of. Since taking office, responding … Read more Housing: One Year On
