The new Acute Hospital at Overdale will house some of the Island’s most critical healthcare services including operating theatres, an Emergency Department, inpatient wards and Maternity. While Islanders may already be familiar with the Acute Hospital’s main features, what’s perhaps less visible – but equally important – is the thoughtful, collaborative planning behind the hospital’s … Read more Clinically designed, patient focused – how our new Acute Hospital has been designed around care
Month: August 2025
Clinically designed, patient focused – how our new Acute Hospital has been designed around care
Investing in the backbone of Island life – Our infrastructure and utilities
Every day, we rely on infrastructure we rarely stop to think about – the roads that take us to work and school, the pipes that deliver clean drinking water, the drains that prevent flooding, and the sea walls that protect us from the force of the Channel. These are the systems that keep Jersey running … Read more Investing in the backbone of Island life – Our infrastructure and utilities
Keeping the Island Running: Beyond the treadmill
From early morning workouts to family swim sessions, Les Quennevais Sport Centre plays a vital role in supporting the health and wellbeing of Islanders aged 5 to 95 years old. But behind every spinning class, swimming lesson, and training session is a dedicated team keeping everything running smoothly. Leisure Assistant, Josh Clayson, has been in … Read more Keeping the Island Running: Beyond the treadmill
Highlights from the Government of Jersey
As summer progresses, the Government of Jersey continues to deliver updates and insights across key areas including employment, infrastructure, environment, and community development. Here’s a round-up of the latest news, blogs, and key messages from August 2025. 📰 News Trainee Minimum Wage Rates reintroduced The Government of Jersey has announced the reintroduction of Trainee Minimum Wage Rates to support access to … Read more Highlights from the Government of Jersey
Broad Street Public Realm Improvements
The vision Following on from the recent pedestrian improvement works in New Cut and King Street, and with funding in place for the coming years, there is now the opportunity to improve the public realm on Broad Street, for everyone who lives, visits, works, shops or runs businesses in the heart of St Helier. The … Read more Broad Street Public Realm Improvements
Higher-than-average sea surface temperatures around Jersey
If you are a sea swimmer, surfer, snorkeler or diver, you may well have noticed how warm the sea has been through most of 2025. The sea around Jersey is quite shallow and due to our local currents, a lot of the water remains swirling around the Islands, with cooler water to the north and … Read more Higher-than-average sea surface temperatures around Jersey
Investing in Jersey: Housing as our first priority
Access to affordable, suitable housing remains one of the most pressing challenges facing our Island. Too many Islanders – particularly young people and families – are struggling to find homes that meet their needs and are within reach financially. High property prices, limited supply, and a mismatch between what’s available and what’s needed has placed growing pressure … Read more Investing in Jersey: Housing as our first priority
Transforming Jersey’s Sports Infrastructure From Fort Regent to Oakfield and Beyond
A new era for sport in Jersey Jersey is undergoing a major transformation of its sports infrastructure. What began with the unavoidable closure of Fort Regent has evolved into a forward-thinking, Island-wide programme to deliver modern, inclusive, and high-quality facilities for all. This transformation is not just about replacing buildings, it’s about creating a more … Read more Transforming Jersey’s Sports Infrastructure From Fort Regent to Oakfield and Beyond
The Future of healthcare in Jersey: A conversation with the independent advisors
This blog is a conversation between the three independent advisors supporting the Minister for the New Healthcare Facilities Programme in Jersey. Their diverse expertise brings transparency, informed oversight, and a balanced representation of Islander voices to this significant infrastructure project. Dr Nigel Minihane is a retired General Practitioner with over 30 years of experience in … Read more The Future of healthcare in Jersey: A conversation with the independent advisors
Handling with care
After 25 years working in retail, Robin Boleat joined the public service as a porter at the General Hospital and 15 years later, he still looks forward to work every day. Working with people has always been the most rewarding part of the job for Robin. However, after 25 years in retail he was ready … Read more Handling with care