Category: Retail

Jersey’s Battle of Flowers blossoms in the heart of St Helier for 2025 

The iconic Jersey Battle of Flowers is evolving – and this summer, it’s blooming and spreading right into the heart of St Helier with the inaugural Town Takeover until Friday 12 September.  The shopfronts of 16 local businesses have been transformed into floral showcases, celebrating the rich heritage of this Island tradition while bringing a … Read more Jersey’s Battle of Flowers blossoms in the heart of St Helier for 2025 

How Jersey’s Government is bringing new life to town and the visitor economy

Jersey’s Government has recognised the importance of revitalising the town centre and supporting the visitor economy as part of its strategic priorities. But what steps are being taken to turn those policy decisions into action? Olivia Chaplin, Head of Visitor Economy, and Charlotte Howe, Head of Retail Economy, explain the work that is in progress … Read more How Jersey’s Government is bringing new life to town and the visitor economy

Building a Future in Jersey: the Economy

Tom Holvey could be said to specialise in island economies. Before he came to Jersey, he worked for a time on a rather more remote island, as Chief Economist for the government of St Helena. “There’s definitely something about an island mentality,” he says. “You feel you’re that bit more independent, more reliant on yourself. … Read more Building a Future in Jersey: the Economy

New Sustainable Seating on French Lane

French Lane has received a makeover with the arrival of two new benches outside the entrance to the Central Market. These benches were commissioned by the Government of Jersey to be created by local collective Racc’moder using storm-felled timber. The benches represent a commitment to smart procurement and support for Jersey’s local circular economy. Read … Read more New Sustainable Seating on French Lane

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

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Opportunity through Connectivity

Last Saturday, for the first time since Brexit, a Condor ferry and a Manche-Iles Express ferry arrived from Granville carrying passengers who didn’t all have French passports. This didn’t stop them enjoying the day in Jersey, however, as those French citizens travelling only with their national ID cards were able to take advantage of a … Read more Opportunity through Connectivity

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