Month: October 2025

Empowering Islanders: Hortensia reflects on her role in Pensions and Care

Hortensia Santos is a member of the Pensions and Care team. She describes her role and working for the Government of Jersey.         Customer service is at the heart of Employment, Social Security and Housing (ESSH), and that dedication was recently recognised at the Jersey Customer Service Awards. The department was proud to be shortlisted … Read more Empowering Islanders: Hortensia reflects on her role in Pensions and Care

News this week… Climate Council Review, AquaSplash joins Active facilities, Safe Places Scheme launched, and more

This week, the Government of Jersey shared several updates reflecting its ongoing commitment to sustainability, community safety, health empowerment, and international cooperation. Climate Council Commences Strategic ReviewThe Jersey Climate Council has begun a strategic review of the Island’s Climate Action Plan. This process will assess progress made so far and identify opportunities to accelerate Jersey’s … Read more News this week… Climate Council Review, AquaSplash joins Active facilities, Safe Places Scheme launched, and more

What role can a small island play in addressing the world’s biggest humanitarian crises? More than you might think

Inside Gov: Why Jersey’s Role in Global Humanitarian Leadership Matters, by Ed Lewis, Executive Director, Jersey Overseas Aid When I sat down to host the latest Inside Gov podcast, the humanitarian community was facing unprecedented challenges. Global aid cuts had drastically reduced agencies’ ability to deliver – just as climate emergencies, conflict, and displacement were driving needs … Read more What role can a small island play in addressing the world’s biggest humanitarian crises? More than you might think

News this week… New EU Entry/Exit system, applications for civil celebrants open and Disability Inclusion Report published

This week, the Government of Jersey shared several strategic updates reflecting its commitment to public service, community wellbeing, and long-term development. European Union Entry/Exit SystemThe Government explains the EU’s new Entry/Exit System (EES), which will affect how non-EU nationals, including Jersey residents, travel to the Schengen Area. Islanders are encouraged to stay informed and plan … Read more News this week… New EU Entry/Exit system, applications for civil celebrants open and Disability Inclusion Report published

Creativity in Motion: The Skate & Create Story  

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Supported by Connect Me, Skateboard Jersey and artist Kelly Eastwood brought the community together at St Andrew’s Park for an afternoon of skateboarding and creativity.

Dairy for Development – Jersey’s Growing Impact in Zambia

Minister for International Development and JOA Chair Deputy Carolyn Labey reflects on Jersey’s growing impact in Zambia, where dairy development is transforming livelihoods and strengthening key partnerships. As I reflect on my recent visit to Zambia, I am struck not only by the warmth of the welcome we received but also by the depth of … Read more Dairy for Development – Jersey’s Growing Impact in Zambia

News this week… early years education and care, a new priority bus gate and free tyre checks

This week, the Government of Jersey shared several strategic updates reflecting its commitment to public service, community wellbeing, and long-term development. Views of parents and carers on early years education and care The Minister for Education and Lifelong Learning published a new research report on early childhood education and care, based on the views of more than … Read more News this week… early years education and care, a new priority bus gate and free tyre checks

Jersey’s Humanitarian Programme: A Source of Pride and Global Influence

By Deputy Carolyn Labey, Minister for International Development and Chair of Jersey Overseas Aid Earlier this year, alongside the Chief Minister, Bailiff and David Peppiatt, Director at the British Red Cross, I had the honour of delivering a keynote speech for the 80th anniversary of Jersey’s Liberation. Speaking on such an important milestone was a … Read more Jersey’s Humanitarian Programme: A Source of Pride and Global Influence

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