I recently had the privilege of attending the Regen Gathering organised by Hypha consulting in Jersey which left me feeling invigorated and hopeful for the future of our beautiful island community. The event focused on regenerative food systems, but this year also provided a bridge to the visitor economy, bringing together a raft of world-renowned … Read more Regen Gathering 2024 – optimism and community
Category: Agriculture
Regen Gathering 2024 – optimism and community
Economy: What has been done for you?
During the first year of Government, there has been an enormous amount of work undertaken to support Jersey’s economy across every sector. This list shows some of things that have happened so far: For all sectors Arts Digital Financial Services Maritime Rural Sport Visitor
Jersey Resilience: New Civil Contingencies Law to be prioritised
The Government of Jersey takes the resilience of the Island very seriously indeed and is constantly reviewing how it is assessing the challenges ahead and learning from those which we have recently faced. For example, the Report of the Jersey Independent COVID-19 Review, High Expectations, contained a number of recommendations aimed at ensuring that civil … Read more Jersey Resilience: New Civil Contingencies Law to be prioritised
Promoting economic growth
The Economic Development Department (EDD) oversees a large portfolio of activity which will be enhanced by the transfer of Sport and Culture later this year – subject to States approval. I am delighted to be working with my new Assistant Ministers: The Constable of St Brelade, Steve Pallett, who has responsibility for Sport, Liquor Licensing … Read more Promoting economic growth
The business of environment
So what have I achieved in my first four months as Planning and Environment Minister? What have I done to help with business-friendly policies? What am I aiming for when it comes to helping trade? Firstly, can I say that things take time. That much I have found out. And in many cases there are laws … Read more The business of environment