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Here’s your weekly round-up of last week’s news, long-reads (blogs), and updates on important initiatives from the Government of Jersey. đź“° News Reminder: Draft Heritage Law consultation Islanders are invited to share their views on the proposed Heritage Law, which aims to protect archaeological finds and align Jersey with international heritage standards.  Read more Draft … Read more Highlights from the Government of Jersey

WATCH: Inside the new temporary facility for Crematorium Services

From today (Monday 1 September), multi-faith and all non-religious funeral services held at Jersey Crematorium will be temporarily relocated from the existing location on Westmount Road to the Members’ Room at the Royal Jersey Agricultural & Horticultural Society (RJA&HS) in Trinity. The RJA&HS Members’ Room has been thoughtfully refurbished to provide the same respectful and … Read more WATCH: Inside the new temporary facility for Crematorium Services

Highlights from the Government of Jersey

Here’s your weekly round-up of last week’s news, long-reads (blogs), and updates on important initiatives from the Government of Jersey. đź“° News New Code of Practice approved for Health and Safety Inspectors The Government of Jersey has approved a new Code of Practice for Health and Safety Inspectors, aiming to enhance transparency and consistency in … Read more Highlights from the Government of Jersey

Delivering more than Healthcare – the Social Value of the new Acute Hospital

The New Healthcare Facilities Programme (NHFP) is about more than bricks and mortar – through the Programme’s Social Value targets, it has committed to creating lasting benefits for Jersey that will go far beyond the improved healthcare services that can be delivered owing to the new buildings and infrastructure. What is social value – and … Read more Delivering more than Healthcare – the Social Value of the new Acute Hospital

Highlights from the Government of Jersey

Here’s your weekly round-up of last week’s news, long-reads (blogs), and updates on important initiatives from the Government of Jersey. đź“° News Public realm improvements begin in St Helier Work has officially started on the first phase of the Public Realm Enhancement Scheme in St Helier. This initiative will transform key areas of the town centre, making … Read more Highlights from the Government of Jersey

Clinically designed, patient focused – how our new Acute Hospital has been designed around care

The new Acute Hospital at Overdale will house some of the Island’s most critical healthcare services including operating theatres, an Emergency Department, inpatient wards and Maternity. While Islanders may already be familiar with the Acute Hospital’s main features, what’s perhaps less visible – but equally important – is the thoughtful, collaborative planning behind the hospital’s … Read more Clinically designed, patient focused – how our new Acute Hospital has been designed around care

Investing in the backbone of Island life – Our infrastructure and utilities

Every day, we rely on infrastructure we rarely stop to think about – the roads that take us to work and school, the pipes that deliver clean drinking water, the drains that prevent flooding, and the sea walls that protect us from the force of the Channel. These are the systems that keep Jersey running … Read more Investing in the backbone of Island life – Our infrastructure and utilities

Keeping the Island Running: Beyond the treadmill

Highlights from the Government of Jersey

As summer progresses, the Government of Jersey continues to deliver updates and insights across key areas including employment, infrastructure, environment, and community development. Here’s a round-up of the latest news, blogs, and key messages from August 2025. đź“° News Trainee Minimum Wage Rates reintroduced The Government of Jersey has announced the reintroduction of Trainee Minimum Wage Rates to support access to … Read more Highlights from the Government of Jersey

Broad Street Public Realm Improvements