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Future Economists Essay Competition Winner 2024

Mabel Kelly won with her answer to Question 3: Small businesses are a driver of innovation and economic growth. What does economic theory and evidence tell us about the role of small businesses in driving innovation and economic growth, and, the factors, relevant to Jersey, that would enable small businesses to grow and flourish?

100 Men Aloud: Reinvigorating Jersey’s Choral Culture 

Pedal your way to better health! 

Regen Gathering 2024 – optimism and community

I recently had the privilege of attending the Regen Gathering organised by Hypha consulting in Jersey which left me feeling invigorated and hopeful for the future of our beautiful island community. The event focused on regenerative food systems, but this year also provided a bridge to the visitor economy, bringing together a raft of world-renowned … Read more Regen Gathering 2024 – optimism and community

A Lifeline for Companionship: The Connect Me Social Group

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In an era where social isolation and loneliness are becoming increasingly prevalent, particularly among carers and the elderly, initiatives that foster community connections are essential for our island.

Creative destruction – a force to be embraced and preserved?

Productivity growth at the level of a firm is quite easy to understand.  At its simplest it means a firm finding ways to produce more value with the same or less inputs; but exactly how the actions of individual firms build up to deliver productivity growth at the level of the economy is more difficult to imagine. 

Jennifer’s Journey to Connection: Coach to Connector

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In our interconnected world, the importance of fostering community connections is sometimes overlooked. At the heart of the Connect Me mission are the dedicated individuals known as Connectors. These individuals play a pivotal role in bringing people together, enhancing community spirit, and promoting overall well-being. Today, we delve into the inspiring journey of Jennifer Neill, … Read more Jennifer’s Journey to Connection: Coach to Connector

Returning to Work and Breastfeeding

Posted on Categories Community, Health

To mark International Breastfeeding week, Debra Hennessy, IBCLC, Family Nursing and Home Care (FNHC), and Deborah McCoy, Infant Feeding Specialist Midwife, Health for Community Services (HCS), have collaborated on a series of blog posts to celebrate the week. If you are returning to work soon, congratulations on keeping your feeding going this far! Many women … Read more Returning to Work and Breastfeeding

Common Breastfeeding Problems

Posted on Categories Community, Health

To mark International Breastfeeding week, Debra Hennessy, IBCLC, Family Nursing and Home Care (FNHC), and Deborah McCoy, Infant Feeding Specialist Midwife, Health for Community Services (HCS), have collaborated on a series of blog posts to celebrate the week. Many of the common problems experience in the early days of breastfeeding are caused by poor latch … Read more Common Breastfeeding Problems

Normal Newborn Behaviours

Posted on Categories Community, Health

To mark International Breastfeeding week, Debra Hennessy, IBCLC, Family Nursing and Home Care (FNHC), and Deborah McCoy, Infant Feeding Specialist Midwife, Health for Community Services (HCS), have collaborated on a series of blog posts to celebrate the week. Many of you reading this blog have most likely just entered the sometimes scary world of parenthood. … Read more Normal Newborn Behaviours