blog.gov.jeI ended my last blog by stating that Jersey was in a strong, and in some respects enviable position in relation to Brexit, but that there were substantial challenges ahead. I want to take a little time to explore the context in which we will be seeking to protect the Island’s interests over the months … Read more Jersey’s constitutional position in relation to Brexit
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Jersey’s constitutional position in relation to Brexit
Tell Us Once: part 3
It’s been a while since we last updated you on the Tell Us Once project. There has been a lot of work going on behind the scenes, and we want to tell you about some of the new services we have delivered to make your life easier. Tell us you’re leaving the island If you’re leaving … Read more Tell Us Once: part 3
A changing world
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In addition to his more widely publicised comments about forthcoming economic ‘turbulence’ and the post-Brexit ‘rollercoaster’, the UK Chancellor, Philip Hammond, also told the Conservative Party conference in Birmingham this month that business hates uncertainty. While commentators may be divided in their prognoses for the future of the economy and the effects of Brexit, very … Read more A changing world
Customer portal: part 1
Today we start a series of blog posts to discuss the development of what will be the most visible face of eGovernment: the customer portal. The customer portal is one of the eGov foundation components. The other components are digital ID, the people and business directories and the integration layer. You can read more about … Read more Customer portal: part 1
Planning for the best possible future for Jersey after Brexit
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Three months have passed since the Brexit vote and much water has passed under the proverbial bridge. The English media narrative has lurched from predicting imminent catastrophe to expressing cautious optimism about the future. The UK government has recovered some of its equilibrium although, viewed from the outside, there is little clarity about which lines … Read more Planning for the best possible future for Jersey after Brexit
Towards a digital ID – part 6
Six weeks has passed since my last update on our progress towards introducing a digital ID scheme for Jersey, so this is a good time to update you on recent activity. For those who haven’t been following this series up until now, please review the previous blog posts on this subject so that you understand the … Read more Towards a digital ID – part 6
Maintaining stability in an uncertain world
As we approach the debate on the Medium Term Financial Plan Addition I have been reflecting on its overall aims in light of feedback and questions over recent months, and in view of the independent assessment we have now had. It is fair to say that every aspect of the plan has been scrutinised and … Read more Maintaining stability in an uncertain world
Ant’s Challenge
As soon as Ant proposed his challenge, I knew I wanted to take it on. Raising awareness of disability in the island is something that’s very close to my own heart. As a parent of a man who has Down’s syndrome, I’m aware of the many issues people with learning disabilities and their families experience … Read more Ant’s Challenge
Ant’s Challenge
Given the challenges that Ant has set himself over the years since his stroke, it was only right to take on this small challenge for him. As a former journalist, my previous career had many parallels with Ant’s work at the Jersey Evening Post, indeed our paths crossed on many occasions. Being able to communicate … Read more Ant’s Challenge
The importance of the eGov programme to residents
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I am very excited to take up the new role of Assistant Minister for eGovernment. This is the first of what I hope will be regular blogs. The eGov programme is one of the most important programmes being undertaken by the States of Jersey. When successful this will revolutionise the way residents interact with the … Read more The importance of the eGov programme to residents