Category: Employment, Social Security and Housing

Workers in Jersey: The recent landmark court case, how the work permit policy operates and what proposed new legislation means for the Island  

The sentencing of former External Relations Minister and current States Member Philip Ozouf and business owner Roberto Lora for assisting unlawful immigration has brought renewed attention to the vulnerabilities faced by temporary migrant workers in Jersey.   The investigation by the Jersey Customs and Immigration Service (JCIS) – the first of its kind – found that Rwandan nationals were employed in roles and locations … Read more Workers in Jersey: The recent landmark court case, how the work permit policy operates and what proposed new legislation means for the Island  

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

News this week… work begins on Haut du Mont memorial garden, changes to support for carers announced and further action taken to protect children from online harms

Haut du Mont memorial garden work beginsWork has started on the memorial garden at Haut du Mont, which is in honour of the ten Islanders who died following the explosion on 10 December 2022.  Changes to services and support for carersThe Minister for Social Security, Deputy Lyndsay Feltham, announced changes to services and support for carers and … Read more News this week… work begins on Haut du Mont memorial garden, changes to support for carers announced and further action taken to protect children from online harms

News this week… Funding of the Jersey Employment Trust, no change to passport requirements for UK travel and initiatives for the National Year of Reading

Joint statement on the funding of the Jersey Employment TrustA joint statement by the Chief Minister, Deputy Lyndon Farnham, the Minister for Social Security, Deputy Lyndsay Feltham, and the Jersey Employment Trust announced that Government will maintain its current level of support to JET throughout 2026, providing confirmed total funding of £2.7 million for this … Read more News this week… Funding of the Jersey Employment Trust, no change to passport requirements for UK travel and initiatives for the National Year of Reading

Supporting Islanders to thrive: A day in the life of Skills Mentor Lauren Byrne 

For many young people and adults across the Island, navigating education, work and personal wellbeing can feel overwhelming. That’s where Skills Jersey’s Skills Mentors come in – and for Lauren Byrne, it’s a role built on empathy, encouragement and a genuine passion for helping people realise what’s possible for their future and achieving those goals. … Read more Supporting Islanders to thrive: A day in the life of Skills Mentor Lauren Byrne 

News this week… Island Construction and Engineering programme, Jersey Employment Trust funding and Jersey Homelessness Strategy

Statements from the Minister for Social Security on the Jersey Employment TrustThe Minister for Social Security, Deputy Lyndsay Feltham, issued updates on the funding of the Jersey Employment Trust on Friday 16 January 2026 and Wednesday 14 January 2026. Minister for Housing publishes Jersey Homelessness Strategy progress reportThe Minister for Housing has published an update on … Read more News this week… Island Construction and Engineering programme, Jersey Employment Trust funding and Jersey Homelessness Strategy

News this week… PFAS food and environment testing results published and support service for mental health carers launched

Support service for mental health carers launchedHealth and Care Jersey has awarded the Listening Lounge a three-year contract to work in partnership with Dementia Jersey, Focus on Mental Illness and Jersey Eating Disorders Support to provide support specifically for carers who support loved ones with mental illness. PFAS testing for food and environment results publishedThe … Read more News this week… PFAS food and environment testing results published and support service for mental health carers launched

Housing in Jersey: Building on Progress 

Minister for Housing, Deputy Sam Mezec, December 2025  As 2025 draws to a close and we approach the end of my second year in office as Minister for Housing, I wanted to take the opportunity to reflect on some key achievements and what I intend to deliver for Islanders before the end of this Government term.   My three key priorities have been to:   Housing touches every … Read more Housing in Jersey: Building on Progress 

Moving to Independent Taxation in 2026? Popular questions answered…

From 1 January 2026, Jersey will complete one of the most significant reforms to its tax system in nearly a century: the move for remaining married couples and civil partners to Independent Taxation. If you’re affected, you’ll have received a Change Guide in November with a checklist to highlight what will be different every step of the way.  The first step for many people, is receiving their first ITIS … Read more Moving to Independent Taxation in 2026? Popular questions answered…

News this week… Hospital Winter Plan launched, strengthened support for carers announced and permission granted for sheltered homes

Strengthened support for carers announcedThe Government is delivering on its commitment to improve support for individuals receiving care and carers across the Island. Following the urgent review announced last month, good progress has been made to ensure there is practical, fair, and sustainable assistance. Planning permission granted for 42 sheltered homesThe Minister for the Environment, … Read more News this week… Hospital Winter Plan launched, strengthened support for carers announced and permission granted for sheltered homes