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Minister looking again at patient travel costs to UK
Jersey's health minister says he will consider whether "UK travel should continue to be paid for all patients in all circumstances". Senator Tom Binet was responding to a call from the Jersey Health Advisory Board to see if travel costs could be cut. Carolyn Downs, a non-executive director of the board described current provision as "very generous". Jersey Cancer Relief said treatment can be "an emotional time" and maintaining support, such as being able to take a family member with you, is vital.
Anger over long delays for cataract operations
A cataract patient waiting for more than four years for an operation has said she cannot read, watch television, cross the road alone or drive. Elizabeth de Ferre, 70, from Jersey said she has had four operations scheduled and cancelled - the last two this summer were cancelled on the day - and she was "angry". Figures show 653 patients had waited more than a year in the island for an operation despite 400 being sent to the UK between 2024 and 2025 to cut the waiting list.
Drivers urged to park better after buses blocked
Follow Drivers urged to park better after buses blocked Chris Craddock - Jersey communities reporter; Kate Jennings - Jersey Tue, August 18, 2026 at 1:21 AM EDT Mary Tunney said she has not seen a busier summer in the 22 years she has worked in Bouley Bay [BBC] Cafe operators on Jersey's north coast have asked drivers to be more considerate after bad parking prevented buses from reaching them, and could potentially block emergency service vehicles.
New harbour measures to protect swimmers and boats
New harbour measures to protect swimmers and boats Wed, August 12, 2026 at 5:11 a.m. UTC Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Harbour master Bill Sadler said St Catherine's harbour saw about a dozen near misses a year between swimmers and boats and between boats and other boats [BBC] Measures have been put in place to improve safety for sea swimmers and boat users.
Jersey's Green Lanes scheme nationally recognised
Follow Jersey's Green Lanes scheme nationally recognised Kate Jennings - Jersey; Cameron Weldon - Channel Islands Mon, July 20, 2026 at 5:29 AM UTC Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Active Travel England said the lanes made roads more enjoyable for all [BBC] Island laws where walkers, cyclists and horse riders have priority on some roads over vehicles have been recognised nationally.
Charity asks public to help look after dry land
Follow Charity asks public to help look after dry land Fri, July 10, 2026 at 9:58 AM UTC Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Dave Michel from the National Trust has been supporting wildlife through the heatwave [BBC] A charity has called on islanders to use "common sense" when accessing its land in the hot weather. The National Trust for Jersey said barbecues, fires and cigarettes all present a risk in dry conditions.
The volunteers who keep Jersey's election running
Hundreds of islanders volunteer their services every four years, to support Jersey's election. At each polling station, a returning officer ensures the process runs smoothly, helping residents to cast their votes, overseeing the counting and announcing the results. Those involved have described the overnight effort as "enjoyable" but "exhausting". Polls are open from 08:00 BST until 20:00 on Sunday, 7 June. 'Demanding' Jerry Ramsden has been a returning officer at three elections in Jersey.
The volunteers who keep Jersey's election running
Kate Jennings - Jersey Sat, June 6, 2026 at 11:05 a.m. UTC 3 min read Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Jerry Ramsden said working through the night could be an "exhausting process" [BBC] Hundreds of islanders volunteer their services every four years, to support Jersey's election. At each polling station, a returning officer ensures the process runs smoothly, helping residents to cast their votes, overseeing the counting and announcing the results.
The volunteers who keep Jersey's election running
Hundreds of islanders volunteer their services every four years, to support Jersey's election. At each polling station, a returning officer ensures the process runs smoothly, helping residents to cast their votes, overseeing the counting and announcing the results. Those involved have described the overnight effort as "enjoyable" but "exhausting". Polls are open from 08:00 BST until 20:00 on Sunday, 7 June. 'Demanding' Jerry Ramsden has been a returning officer at three elections in Jersey.
The volunteers who keep Jersey's election running
Kate Jennings - Jersey Sat 6 June 2026 at 11:05 am UTC 3 min read Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Jerry Ramsden said working through the night could be an "exhausting process" [BBC] Hundreds of islanders volunteer their services every four years, to support Jersey's election. At each polling station, a returning officer ensures the process runs smoothly, helping residents to cast their votes, overseeing the counting and announcing the results.
Tenants and landlords 'benefit from law changes'
Priya Jobanputra said the updates provided more transparency for landlords and tenants [BBC] A Jersey lawyer says new tenancy regulations provide stronger protection to tenants and structure for landlords. Changes to the Residential Tenancy Law have come into force introducing more "robust processes around notice, tenancy types and rent increases".
Weather impact challenging for building industry
Mike Osborne said it was a challenging time for sector [BBC] The wettest February on record and winter storms added to the challenges facing Jersey's builders according to an industry representative.
More than 20,000 trees to be planted in Jersey
Search query More than 20,000 trees to be planted in Jersey Tue, December 2, 2025 at 6:17 AM UTC Trees for Life CEO, Alex Morel, said trees "just make you feel better, they're nature's medicine". [BBC] More than 20,000 trees will be planted in Jersey to boost biodiversity and replenish public parks and arboretums, conservationists have said. Charity, Jersey Trees For Life, said the saplings - made up of 82 species - had arrived in the island from the UK.
French rules target ice used in seafood exports
Packaging for scallops being taken to France are causing issues, officials say [Reuters] A seafood supplier has said it is becoming "very difficult" to export to France due to new import requirements - including on how ice is made.
Minister resists calls to pause stamp duty tax
Islanders who buy homes they do not intend to live in currently pay an extra 3% in tax on top of stamp duty [BBC] Estate agents are calling for ministers introduce a stamp duty surcharge holiday, going further than a reduction proposed in the latest Government of Jersey budget. Islanders who buy homes they do not intend to live in currently pay an extra 3% in tax on top of stamp duty, but the government proposed it be lowered to 2%.
Spike in donations from people leaving island
A Jersey charity shop has said it is doing more house clearances for people who plan to leave the island. Care and Relief for the Young (CRY) Jersey said it had seen an increase in donations and demand for items to be collected. Elk Hargreaves, general manager of the charity's shop, said the demand meant it needed more volunteers. Charity shops across the island are taking part in Second Hand September, a campaign to encourage people to re-use, rather than buy new items.
'Parsnip coffee and no heating - how I survived the German occupation'
It has been 85 years since the German occupation began in Jersey during World War Two, but 92-year-old David Isherwood still vividly remembers the anguish of those five years — from freezing winters, when it was too cold to go to school due to a lack of fuel, to being desperately hungry. But, Mr Isherwood said it was not all bad being a child during the tumultuous period.
Jersey's unique lizards face habitat threat
Wall lizards are native to Jersey but are in danger of dying out [BBC] An ecologist has said it is essential to maintain the habitat of Jersey's wall lizards in the north east of the island to prevent the species from dying out. The lizards are native to the island and Jersey is the only part of the British Isles where they are found.
Call for pensions reform to help ageing population
A business consultant has urged the Jersey government to introduce statutory workplace pensions to help improve quality of life for an ageing population. Kevin Keen said the government should introduce measures ensuring staff were automatically enrolled in work pensions unless they opted out. Jersey's government was criticised last summer for shelving plans for auto-enrolment pensions. It comes ahead of a conference looking at how the island can address the challenges of people living longer.
UK minister says buses are 'lifeblood' of island
UK minister says buses are 'lifeblood' of island Simon Lightwood said he had seen that buses were "the lifeblood of the island" [BBC] A UK minister said buses were the "lifeblood" of Jersey after a visit to the island. The minister for local transport, Simon Lightwood MP, was given a tour of the bus depot at La Collette and Liberation Station on Thursday. LibertyBus, the bus operator in Jersey, is currently subsidised by the UK government under its contract.
UK minister says buses are 'lifeblood' of island
Kate Jennings - BBC News, Jersey Fri, April 25, 2025 at 5:31 AM UTC 1 min read Simon Lightwood said he had seen that buses were "the lifeblood of the island" [BBC] A UK minister said buses were the "lifeblood" of Jersey after a visit to the island. The minister for local transport, Simon Lightwood MP, was given a tour of the bus depot at La Collette and Liberation Station on Thursday. LibertyBus, the bus operator in Jersey, is currently subsidised by the UK government under its contract.
Second resignation in a month at opera house
Kate Jennings - BBC News, Jersey Thu, April 24, 2025 at 5:50 PM UTC 1 min read Interim chairperson Dave Chalk has resigned from Jersey Opera House [BBC] The interim chairperson of Jersey Opera House has announced he is stepping down. It comes weeks after the interim director of the opera house Andy Eagle resigned from his post to return to family in the UK. The venue's board said interim chairperson Dave Chalk had decided it was the right time to step away as the theatre entered a new phase.
Store 'overwhelmed' by Easter egg donations
Dozens of Easter eggs have been donated to the charity appeal [BBC] A Jersey department store said it had been overwhelmed by the response to its appeal for Easter eggs to give to families affected by domestic violence. De Gruchy said it chose to support local charity Freeda Jersey which supports women and children who have experienced domestic abuse. The store said people and businesses had been more than "generous" with their donations after launching the appeal on 10 April.
Store 'overwhelmed' by Easter egg donations
A Jersey department store said it had been overwhelmed by the response to its appeal for Easter eggs to give to families affected by domestic violence. De Gruchy said it chose to support local charity Freeda Jersey which supports women and children who have experienced domestic abuse. The store said people and businesses had been more than "generous" with their donations after launching the appeal on 10 April. Marketing lead Alana Rimeur said the store received eggs, baskets and vouchers.
Mentally Strong Kids: “That’s Not Fair!”
In this monthly column, we’re covering topics important to parents tackling everyday mental health issues with their children, giving them practical tools to help them grow into resilient, confident and kind kids.
Businesses say red tape cut could boost building
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Businesses say red tape cut could boost building Original
Businesses say red tape cut could boost building Kate Jennings BBC Ben Cairney said a cut in red tape will give the construction industry a boost Businesses have welcomed the relaxation of planning regulations in Jersey which they say will help bring more affordable homes to the market. Planning and Environment Minister, Deputy Steve Luce, is removing the 3,000 sq ft (279 sq m) floorspace limit on new residential developments, which was introduced by the previous administration.
Businesses say red tape cut could boost building
Businesses have welcomed the relaxation of planning regulations in Jersey which they say will help bring more affordable homes to the market. Planning and Environment Minister, Deputy Steve Luce, is removing the 3,000 sq ft (279 sq m) floorspace limit on new residential developments, which was introduced by the previous administration. He also said there would be more flexibility regarding changes to windows and doors in certain listed buildings in Jersey.
Mentally Strong Kids: Help! My Kindergartner Has a “Boyfriend”
In this monthly column, we’re covering topics important to parents tackling everyday mental health issues with their children, giving them practical tools to help them grow into resilient, confident and kind kids.
Mentally Strong Kids: How to Stop the Whining
In this monthly column, we’re covering topics important to parents tackling everyday mental health issues with their children, giving them practical tools to help them grow into resilient, confident and kind kids. Here, Kate Jennings, LPC-S, DFWChild Mom Approved counselor at The Bug and Bee in Fort Worth, gives us her informed advice on more effective ways for parents to respond to their kids when they whine—and keep whining.
Mentally Strong Kids: Should I Force My Kid to Hug Family?
In this monthly column, we’re covering topics important to parents tackling everyday mental health issues with their children, giving them practical tools to help them grow into resilient, confident and kind kids. Kate Jennings, LPC-S, DFWChild Mom Approved counselor at The Bug and Bee in Fort Worth, gives us her informed advice on why not making your child give hugs, even to family members whom you trust, will teach your kids to set body boundaries and protect themselves in the long run.
Mentally Strong Kids: When My Kid Says They’re Fat
“Help! My kid says they’re fat.” How should parents respond? In this new, monthly column, DFWChild is covering topics important to parents tackling everyday mental health issues with their children, giving them practical tools to help them grow into resilient, confident and kind kids. Giving us her professional advice is Kate Jennings, LPC-S, a DFWChild Mom Approved counselor at The Bug and Bee in Fort Worth.
Charity says rising prices making life 'tough'
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Pupils build electric go-karts in climate lessons
Kate Jennings - BBC News, Jersey July 22, 2024 at 10:16 PM·2 min read Pupils from five Jersey primary schools have built and raced electric go-karts as part of a scheme to teach them about reducing carbon emissions. Students from Grouville, Rouge Bouillon, First Tower and D’Auvergne joined counterparts at St Michael’s School earlier in July for the race. The event marked the end of six months of go-kart building and planning work by pupils, and saw some presented with prizes.
Jersey dog mess campaign aims to raise money for charity Original
Clean-up campaign aims to cut down on dog mess By Kate Jennings, BBC News, Jersey BBC People are being encouraged to pick up dog poo to raise money for dog charities People from Jersey are being asked to help in the fight to clean up dog mess and raise money for charities at the same time. A group of professional dog walkers launched "The Wild Poo Project" on social media after one of them found 86 items of dog faeces on three recent walks.
Bergerac star John Nettles turns down remake role Original
Bergerac star John Nettles turns down remake role By Kate Jennings, BBC News, Jersey BBC John Nettles, who is 80, said he was "too old" to take a cameo role in the Bergerac remake The lead actor in the original detective series Bergerac has said he was offered a cameo role but turned it down. John Nettles, who is 80, said he was "too old" for the role. The original BBC series, which was based in and depicted Jersey and aired from 1981 to 1991, featured Nettles as Detective Sergeant Jim Bergerac.
Raising minimum wage a key priority for Jersey chief minister Original
Minimum wage rise key priority for chief minister By Kate Jennings, Georgina Barnes, BBC News, Jersey BBC Priorities also included providing all States primary schools with free lunches and reducing GP fees Raising the minimum wage by 2026 is a key priority, the chief minister has said. Deputy Lyndon Farnham outlined his top priorities for the final two years of government at a lunch for businesses at a hotel in St Helier on Wednesday.
Plans for forest school given go-ahead
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Plans for Jersey Grow forest school given go-ahead
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Jersey man sets up charity to help endangered monkeys
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Charity set up to help save endangered monkeys
Kate Jennings - BBC News, Jersey June 5, 2024 at 1:26 AM·1 min read The former head of mammals at Jersey Zoo has created a new charity to help save the most critically endangered primates on Earth. Dominic Wormell set up the Tamarin Trust in March after working for the Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust for 34 years. The charity supports efforts to protect threatened species of tamarins and marmosets which are found in South and Central America.
Concerns raised about the future of Jersey Zoo Original
Jersey Zoo has denied replacing endangered species with less at-risk, more crowd-pleasing animals. Former staff are among those criticising the running of the zoo with accusations of bullying and a lack of engagement from management. Some believe the vision of founder Gerald Durrell to save endangered species from extinction has been lost. The zoo's management has disputed the allegations and said they took all concerns seriously.
Jersey hospital charity folds after raising more than £1m Original
Volunteers that ran a café and shop at Jersey's hospital, raising more than a million pounds for the health department, say they are devastated they could not continue. The League of Friends charity first opened a shop at the General Hospital in 1978. During the Covid pandemic the shop and café were closed and the charity said the costs of reopening were too high. It was dissolved a week ago in the Royal Court.
Jersey Elephant Park upgrade could lead to rate rise, parish constable says
An upgrade to one of Jersey's most popular parks could lead to a rate rise for St Brelade residents, the parish constable has said. The upgrade would involve replacing most of the play equipment at the Elephant Park as well as refurbishing the toilet block. However, residents have delayed a vote on spending £500,000 on the project. St Brelade Constable Mike Jackson said half the project would have to be funded through borrowing.
Long Covid patient racks up £300 GP bill
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Long Covid: Patient racks up £300 bill since clinic closes Original
A man in Jersey said his medical bills have reached more than £300 following the closure of the island's Long Covid clinic. Paul du Four said the condition left him housebound for almost four years, and is causing his body to "waste away". Jersey Hospital launched the service in 2022, but since its closure patients have been referred to their GP. The health department said the decision was taken due to a fall in demand.
Literacy help for adults with learning disabilities in Jersey
Adults with learning disabilities are learning to read and write in Jersey thanks to money from the government's Covid recovery fund. Courses have been on offer at Highlands College since the Autumn of 2022. They started after a number of people with learning disabilities expressed an interest in widening their skills. Highlands College worked with the Health and Community Services (HCS) Learning Disability Service to set up the courses.
Carpet policy changes for Andium Home tenants
Social housing tenants with Andium Homes will no longer have to remove their carpets when moving out. The States-owned affordable housing company changed its policy earlier this year but only for new tenants. Existing tenants who were required to buy new carpet for their homes had to pay for it themselves, or repay a government loan. The government has now replaced the loan with a grant if the tenant is on income support. The States said the scheme had helped 72 tenants so far.
Humber coast included in bid to become a natural world heritage site
An application for wetlands along the east coast to be added to the UK’s tentative list of World Heritage sites has been submitted to the Department of Culture, Media and Sport. It comes after a new report indicates the east coast is one of the world’s most important places for nature.
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