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News this week… New EU Entry/Exit system, applications for civil celebrants open and Disability Inclusion Report published

Posted on — Categories Accessibility, Chief Minister, CSP, Employment, Social Security and Housing, External Relations, Health, Home Affairs, Investing In Jersey, Violence Against Women and Girls Taskforce

This week, the Government of Jersey shared several strategic updates reflecting its commitment to public service, community wellbeing, and long-term development. European Union Entry/Exit SystemThe Government explains the EU’s new Entry/Exit System (EES), which will affect how non-EU nationals, including Jersey residents, travel to the Schengen Area. Islanders are encouraged to stay informed and plan … Read more News this week… New EU Entry/Exit system, applications for civil celebrants open and Disability Inclusion Report published

Creativity in Motion: The Skate & Create Story  

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Supported by Connect Me, Skateboard Jersey and artist Kelly Eastwood brought the community together at St Andrew’s Park for an afternoon of skateboarding and creativity.

Dairy for Development – Jersey’s Growing Impact in Zambia

Minister for International Development and JOA Chair Deputy Carolyn Labey reflects on Jersey’s growing impact in Zambia, where dairy development is transforming livelihoods and strengthening key partnerships. As I reflect on my recent visit to Zambia, I am struck not only by the warmth of the welcome we received but also by the depth of … Read more Dairy for Development – Jersey’s Growing Impact in Zambia

News this week… early years education and care, a new priority bus gate and free tyre checks

This week, the Government of Jersey shared several strategic updates reflecting its commitment to public service, community wellbeing, and long-term development. Views of parents and carers on early years education and care The Minister for Education and Lifelong Learning published a new research report on early childhood education and care, based on the views of more than … Read more News this week… early years education and care, a new priority bus gate and free tyre checks

Jersey’s Humanitarian Programme: A Source of Pride and Global Influence

By Deputy Carolyn Labey, Minister for International Development and Chair of Jersey Overseas Aid Earlier this year, alongside the Chief Minister, Bailiff and David Peppiatt, Director at the British Red Cross, I had the honour of delivering a keynote speech for the 80th anniversary of Jersey’s Liberation. Speaking on such an important milestone was a … Read more Jersey’s Humanitarian Programme: A Source of Pride and Global Influence

Western Bus Gate Public Realm Improvements

The week’s news… funding for childcare, organ donors and annual vaccine campaign

Last week, the Government of Jersey shared several strategic updates reflecting its commitment to public service, community wellbeing, and long-term development. States Employment Board pleads guilty The Vice Chair of the States Employment Board (SEB) and the Chief Fire Officer both issued statements after the SEB pleaded guilty to charges following an investigation by the … Read more The week’s news… funding for childcare, organ donors and annual vaccine campaign

Cross-Nation Leadership Education Summit: A Landmark Beginning

At a recent cross-nation Education summit, I joined other Ministers and leaders from across the British Isles to reflect on the future of our education systems. The discussions were rich and wide-ranging and a number of themes stood out during the summit which were – inclusion, workforce, demographics and mobile phones.

Keeping the Island Running: Behind the scenes of signs and road lines

Road markings and signage keeps Jersey’s roads safe and running, but behind them are a lot of early starts and heavy lifting. Road Markers, Nick Coote and Bruno Viera, are essential in keeping motorists travelling safely, often long before the rest of us are on our morning commute. Nick, who has worked for the Infrastructure … Read more Keeping the Island Running: Behind the scenes of signs and road lines

Investing in Public Spaces – Making Jersey a More Vibrant, Welcoming Island

Public spaces are where community life happens. From markets and sports fields to town squares and coastal paths, they bring people together, support health and wellbeing, and shape the experience of living in and visiting Jersey. But many of these spaces need care and renewal. Our central markets require modernisation, a number of our sports … Read more Investing in Public Spaces – Making Jersey a More Vibrant, Welcoming Island