Engagement – Page 2 – Official Government of Jersey Blog

Accessibility and gov.je

Ben Perron 25 August 2023 —,

In an increasingly digital world, ensuring that government information and services are accessible to all citizens, regardless of their abilities, is paramount. Recognising this, the Government of Jersey has taken steps to make gov.je as accessible as possible. Understanding Web Accessibility: A Brief Overview Web accessibility refers to the inclusive practice of designing and developing … Read more Accessibility and gov.je

Digital. What’s in a word?

Graham Ramsden 24 August 2023 —

by Graham Ramsden, Chief Digital Officer The word “digital” has become common place, its everywhere, but what do we mean by it and importantly what relevance does it have for how the Government of Jersey delivers our public services? For some people, digital means technology. Something electronic, with a screen and perhaps buttons, a computer, … Read more Digital. What’s in a word?

Economy: What has been done for you?

Deputy Kirsten Morel 14 August 2023 —

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

Independent Taxation: to B or not to B?

Ian Gorst 21 July 2023 —,

The recent debate in the States Assembly on mandatory independent taxation generated an interesting discussion; real food for thought; and also created a good deal of confusion.

A pledge to a panel to ensure Jersey Children’s Day is never forgotten.

Elaine Walker 14 July 2023 —

By Elaine Walker, Associate Director in CYPES and Head of the Children’s Day Steering Group It’s almost three weeks since around 8,000 children, young people and families packed into Howard Davis Park to celebrate Jersey Children’s Day, and it’s amazing to still hear Islanders talk about it so positively. A lovely letter to the editor … Read more A pledge to a panel to ensure Jersey Children’s Day is never forgotten.

JOIN OUR PATIENT AND USER PANEL PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT PANEL

Karen Wilson 3 April 2023 —

As I wrote in my first blog, when I first came into post, I knew that I wanted to meet people face-to-face to hear first-hand about issues within our health system. As you know, we have already had a positive response to our informal roadshows held in each parish. The breadth of our discussions has … Read more JOIN OUR PATIENT AND USER PANEL PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT PANEL

Elaine Walker, Interim Associate Director, at Children, Young People, Education and Skills talks about her first WomenEd event

Elaine Walker 31 March 2023 —

Last year, when my friend and former colleague Gary Burgess passed away, I promised to get back into blogging as part of my commitment to #bemoreburgess. Unfortunately, I’ve not done very well with my pledge, as juggling a busy workload with a young family is a full-time commitment itself. As a former journalist, I always … Read more Elaine Walker, Interim Associate Director, at Children, Young People, Education and Skills talks about her first WomenEd event

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