Category: Education

Highlights from the Government of Jersey

Here’s your weekly round-up of last week’s news, long-reads (blogs), and updates on important initiatives from the Government of Jersey. 📰 News Public realm improvements begin in St Helier Work has officially started on the first phase of the Public Realm Enhancement Scheme in St Helier. This initiative will transform key areas of the town centre, making … Read more Highlights from the Government of Jersey

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

Minister for Education and Lifelong Learning, Deputy Rob Ward

Charting a brighter future by degrees 

ITV Channel Weather Presenter Lily Carter reflects on how the Jersey Bursary helped her secure her dream job  Government support for those considering extending further education studies does not end at undergraduate degree level, with funding available for courses that fill skills shortages in the Island.  Student finance is available for professional qualifications required by … Read more Charting a brighter future by degrees 

When cleaning is a serious operation 

A sterile environment is vital in operating theatres. We have all seen surgeons on TV dramas or docu-series going through extensive hand-washing routines before beginning a procedure, but who are the unsung heroes behind the scenes who ensure the environment and equipment used is clean to ensure patient safety and optimise recovery?  In Jersey, this … Read more When cleaning is a serious operation 

Jersey Connections: Bringing our global communities together

The launch of Jersey Connections on 5 December in London marked an exciting milestone in our ongoing efforts to strengthen ties with the Jersey diaspora. The journey to Jersey Connections The concept of Jersey Connections began as a recommendation outlined in the Island Identity report: to build a stronger sense of belonging among those with … Read more Jersey Connections: Bringing our global communities together

Old Jersey Meets New

As Assistant Minister for External Relations, with responsibility for growing Jersey’s ties with the state of New Jersey, I have just returned from a very productive first official visit. One of the highlights was meeting the Governor of New Jersey, Phil Murphy, with whom I had the opportunity to discuss how we can grow our … Read more Old Jersey Meets New

An interview with Lead Youth Worker Joshua Twohig-Jones

We recently caught up with Joshua Twohig-Jones about his role as a Youth Worker, his Jersey Youth Service journey and what the service had planned for National Youth Work Week 2024. Can you tell us how you got involved with Youth Work? As a teenager I attend St Peter’s Youth Club on a Wednesday night for their Intermediate … Read more An interview with Lead Youth Worker Joshua Twohig-Jones

Future Economists Essay Competition: Commended D

Neil Sontakke answered Question 2: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) estimated that global inflation increased to 8.8% in 2022, driven by rising food and energy prices. What does economic theory tell us about what actions and initiatives the Government of Jersey might introduce to deal with the consequences of high inflation and cost of living?

Future Economists Essay Competition: Commended C

Saesha Chohan answered Question 1: ​The UK Dasgupta Review of Economics and Biodiversity states that ‘Our unsustain​able engagement with nature is endangering the prosperity of current and future generations’. What economic policies could Jersey introduce to protect and restore the natural environment? ​