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The IMF and OECD have forecast the future economy – what do they mean for Jersey?
Posted on — Categories Economy, Productivity
Category: Economy
The Prospects for Growth
Tax package to boost tech investment and support staff mobility
Last week’s Government Plan contained a unique package of tax measures that we are rolling out from 2024. The package has two important aims:
To boost business productivity by promoting investment in Regulatory Technology, through a 150% super-deduction for RegTech spend.
To remove tax barriers that currently create uncertainty and cost for businesses with staff moving into and out of the Island.
Moneyval: A summary
Posted on — Categories Combatting Financial Crime, Economy, External Relations
Today (Wednesday 27 September), an independent assessment begins of Jersey’s capability to combat financial crime. The assessors are from MONEYVAL – but what is MONEYVAL and why is this so important? This blog provides the background information
Cyber Security Awareness Month: What’s it all about?
Posted on — Categories Combatting Financial Crime, Digital, Economy, Engagement, Events, Information Services, Safety
In a guest blog, Matt Palmer, Director – Cyber Emergency Response Team looks ahead to Cyber Security Awareness Month
Competition and Productivity
Posted on — Categories Economy, Finance, Productivity
How can competition help Jersey become more productive? In a guest blog, Sarah Price, the JCRA’s Chief Operating Officer, explains
Economy: What has been done for you?
Posted on — Categories Agriculture, Careers, Combatting Financial Crime, Community, Culture, Digital, Economy, Education, Employment, Engagement, Events, Finance, Retail, Sport, Tourism
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
The future is digital…. and human
In the second in the series of blogs on the future Visitor economy for Jersey, we explore the potential of digital for the sector. I spoke to business leader and industry ambassador Matt Falla about how he sees the industry in 2030. Click to watch the video here. Whilst human interactions and experiences will always … Read more The future is digital…. and human
Cost of Living focus: Your FAQs answered on inflation and rising costs
What’s the difference between cost of living and inflation? The cost of living refers to the amount of money required to sustain a certain standard of living, including expenses such as housing, food, transportation, and healthcare. It varies depending on location, lifestyle, and individual preferences. While the cost of living considers specific expenses, inflation reflects … Read more Cost of Living focus: Your FAQs answered on inflation and rising costs
Economic Notes: July
This month’s economic note considers the link between population and economic growth in a Jersey context.
Hospitality and Tourism – why is now a critical turning point and why do we need a strategy?
This is blog post number one of five on the current state of our hospitality and tourism industry, why we are at a critical turning point, and why we need a strategy to help navigate us to the right place. A few weeks ago, I sat down with Robert Mackenzie to discuss what is different … Read more Hospitality and Tourism – why is now a critical turning point and why do we need a strategy?