Author: Government of Jersey

News this week…

Public Health advice on meningitis cases in KentPublic Health Jersey is aware of reports of meningitis cases affecting young people in Canterbury and the surrounding area, including students at the University of Kent. The risk to people living outside of the area is very low. Government publishes All Age Mental Health StrategyThe Government of Jersey … Read more News this week…

Jersey’s Financial Services industry: It’s Time to Win 

Andrew McLaughlin, Chief Executive Officer, Government of Jersey Jersey’s finance sector is arguably the Island’s most remarkable economic achievement of the past 60 years – built almost from scratch and now responsible for around half of Jersey’s GDP and more than half of government tax revenues. It is an industry which, if listed, would be the size of a FTSE 100 company. … Read more Jersey’s Financial Services industry: It’s Time to Win 

Our valued migrant workers : Offering support and important information 

The subject of migrant workers in Jersey – and specifically how they are treated – has been in the spotlight recently. In this blog post, Minister for Justice and Home Affairs, Deputy Mary Le Hegarat, explores the value of migrant workers to Jersey, the responsibilities of employers and offers a reminder of where migrant workers … Read more Our valued migrant workers : Offering support and important information 

News this week…

Launch of the All Age Mental Health StrategyThe Minister for Health and Social Services and Minister for Children and Families will launch the All Age Mental Health Strategy (2026–2030) on Thursday 19 March. Statement from the Minister for Justice and Home AffairsThe Minister for Justice and Home Affairs, Deputy Mary Le Hegarat, issued a statement … Read more News this week…

Spotlight on Frontline: Supporting patient journeys with Outpatient Appointments Supervisor Alex Le Blancq

Every day, hundreds of Islanders rely on Outpatient Services to navigate their healthcare journey. Behind the scenes, a dedicated team works tirelessly to make sure appointments run smoothly, questions are answered, and patients feel reassured. One of those people is Alex Le Blancq, Outpatient Appointments Supervisor – whose calm presence and commitment to patient care … Read more Spotlight on Frontline: Supporting patient journeys with Outpatient Appointments Supervisor Alex Le Blancq

Spotlight on Frontline: A day in Dermatology with Kelly Ahearn

News this week…

Publication of the Gender Pay Gap ReportThe Government of Jersey has released the 2025 Gender Pay Gap Report which shows the difference between the average gross hourly earnings for men and women across the public service is continuing to fall. Housing Minister proposes Rent tribunal membersThe Minister for Housing, Deputy Sam Mézec, has lodged a … Read more News this week…

News this week… Men sentenced for assisting unlawful immigration, international treaties extended to Jersey and changes to social housing criteria

Two men sentenced for assisting unlawful immigrationTwo men have been sentenced by the Royal Court for assisting unlawful immigration. Philip Ozouf received 120 hours community service and a £5,000 fine, while Roberto Lora received a £5,000 fine. The case is the first of its kind for the Jersey Customs and Immigration Service.  PFAS standards in drinking waterThe Minister … Read more News this week… Men sentenced for assisting unlawful immigration, international treaties extended to Jersey and changes to social housing criteria

Spotlight on Jackie De Almeida – Leading, learning and lifting up Jersey’s young people 

When you ask Jackie De Almeida, Team Leader at Jersey Youth Service (JYS), what a typical day looks like, she laughs. “If two days look the same, something’s probably gone wrong.” After 14 years in youth work – and two in her leadership role – she knows unpredictability isn’t a hurdle; it’s part of what makes the job meaningful.  Jackie’s … Read more Spotlight on Jackie De Almeida – Leading, learning and lifting up Jersey’s young people 

Spotlight on Bill Moore – Supporting young Islanders to thrive 

Every weekday evening, behind the doors of First Tower Youth and Community Centre, young people gather to talk, laugh, create, learn and – most importantly – be themselves. Leading this vibrant, everchanging space is Bill Moore, Senior Youth Worker at the First Tower Youth Project, part of the Jersey Youth Service. With a career shaped by empathy, curiosity, and a … Read more Spotlight on Bill Moore – Supporting young Islanders to thrive