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Matt Winter and Justyna Niedospial 13 August 2025 —,

If you are a sea swimmer, surfer, snorkeler or diver, you may well have noticed how warm the sea has been through most of 2025. The sea around Jersey is quite shallow and due to our local currents, a lot of the water remains swirling around the Islands, with cooler water to the north and … Read more Higher-than-average sea surface temperatures around Jersey

Natasha Day, Head of Strategic Housing and Regeneration 11 August 2025 —

Access to affordable, suitable housing remains one of the most pressing challenges facing our Island. Too many Islanders – particularly young people and families – are struggling to find homes that meet their needs and are within reach financially. High property prices, limited supply, and a mismatch between what’s available and what’s needed has placed growing pressure … Read more Investing in Jersey: Housing as our first priority

Infrastructure & Environment and Luke Chipperfield 7 August 2025 —,

Progress Update  With Oakfield’s much anticipated opening approaching, especially with schools returning for their autumn term, it’s vital that the centre and its schedule are prepared. As of the first day of term, schools have had access to the studio, gym and 3G pitch, before the rest of the centre in mid-September. Upcoming Milestones  Week … Read more Transforming Jersey’s Sports Infrastructure From Fort Regent to Oakfield and Beyond 

Government of Jersey 7 August 2025 —

This blog is a conversation between the three independent advisors supporting the Minister for the New Healthcare Facilities Programme in Jersey. Their diverse expertise brings transparency, informed oversight, and a balanced representation of Islander voices to this significant infrastructure project. Dr Nigel Minihane is a retired General Practitioner with over 30 years of experience in … Read more The Future of healthcare in Jersey: A conversation with the independent advisors

Government of Jersey 4 August 2025 —

After 25 years working in retail, Robin Boleat joined the public service as a porter at the General Hospital and 15 years later, he still looks forward to work every day. Working with people has always been the most rewarding part of the job for Robin. However, after 25 years in retail he was ready … Read more Handling with care

Government of Jersey 28 July 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

Government of Jersey 22 July 2025 —

In this article, Cora O’Brien, Deputy Comptroller of Revenue Jersey, outlines how theIsland’s international tax strategy is evolving as part of the Financial ServicesCompetitiveness Programme, ensuring Jersey remains a stable, reputable, andattractive jurisdiction for global investment in an increasingly complex tax landscape. Jersey’s international finance centre (IFC) is the powerhouse of our economy, generating 40% … Read more Driving international competitiveness through a future-focused tax strategy

Government of Jersey 21 July 2025 —

Through a series of targeted workstreams, the Financial Services Competitiveness Programme is helping to streamline Jersey’s business environment. Helen De La Cour, Director of Financial and Professional Services at the Government of Jersey, shares what’s happening behind the scenes, and why the impact could reach beyond the financial services sector. Helen, you’re leading Workstream 2 … Read more Quick wins and improving the business environment

Katie Sharman 21 July 2025 —

When Islanders think of Driver and Vehicle Standards, better known as DVS, chances are they picture a driving examiner with a clipboard or someone sorting a vehicle logbook in the office. While that is a valuable part of DVS, there is also a highly skilled, tight-knit team of traffic officers whose work ranges from inspecting … Read more Keeping the Island Running: From vehicle inspections to swimming pool deliveries

Government of Jersey 18 July 2025 —

The Island’s financial services sector operates in an increasingly competitive global environment. A cross-agency team – bringing together government, the regulator and industry – is working to ensure Jersey is taking decisive steps to protect and grow its financial services sector. Tom Le Feuvre, Director of External Relations at the Government of Jersey, shares the … Read more Future-proofing Jersey’s competitiveness

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