Category: Revenue Jersey

Jersey’s Financial Services industry: It’s Time to Win 

Andrew McLaughlin, Chief Executive Officer, Government of Jersey Jersey’s finance sector is arguably the Island’s most remarkable economic achievement of the past 60 years – built almost from scratch and now responsible for around half of Jersey’s GDP and more than half of government tax revenues. It is an industry which, if listed, would be the size of a FTSE 100 company. … Read more Jersey’s Financial Services industry: It’s Time to Win 

News this week…

Launch of the All Age Mental Health StrategyThe Minister for Health and Social Services and Minister for Children and Families will launch the All Age Mental Health Strategy (2026–2030) on Thursday 19 March. Statement from the Minister for Justice and Home AffairsThe Minister for Justice and Home Affairs, Deputy Mary Le Hegarat, issued a statement … Read more News this week…

News this week…

Publication of the Gender Pay Gap ReportThe Government of Jersey has released the 2025 Gender Pay Gap Report which shows the difference between the average gross hourly earnings for men and women across the public service is continuing to fall. Housing Minister proposes Rent tribunal membersThe Minister for Housing, Deputy Sam Mézec, has lodged a … Read more News this week…

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… 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

News this week… Draft Licensing Law lodged, and advice to owners travelling with their pets over Christmas

Travelling over Christmas? Biosecurity remindersIslanders are reminded that personal imports of fresh meat, dairy, and live animals from the EU and other regions remain banned to protect livestock. Pet owners travelling to the EU with their pets should check their EU pet passport or Animal Health Certificate is valid before travelling. Helmet safety boost: New … Read more News this week… Draft Licensing Law lodged, and advice to owners travelling with their pets over Christmas

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

ITIS made simple: How to review your rate and estimate 

What is an ITIS Rate?  If you work in Jersey, you’ll pay your income tax through the Income Tax Instalment System (ITIS). Instead of paying your tax in one lump sum at the end of the year, ITIS spreads the cost across 12 months – making it easier to manage.  Your ITIS rate is the percentage of your income that … Read more ITIS made simple: How to review your rate and estimate