Drivers urged to 'show compassion' and follow cat law
Cat owners in Jersey are urging drivers to follow the law and report if they hit a cat. In October 2021, the island's Road Traffic Law...
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The Times Jersey
Oct 151 min read
Half of Channel Islanders face difficulties affording rent, electricity, and food.
Around half of Channel Islanders are struggling to cover their daily living expenses, according to a recent survey conducted by Island...
Oct 141 min read
St Helier Christmas Lights Switch-On Moves to New Location
This year's Christmas lights switch-on in St Helier will take place at a new location. Parade Gardens will host the event on Thursday, 14...
Oct 141 min read
Heroic firefighters selected as finalists for prestigious award
Three firefighters from Jersey, who rescued a man from the sea, have been named finalists for a Pride of Britain award. Jonny Burch,...
Oct 131 min read
EU postpones biometric border scheme just five weeks ahead of planned rollout
The European Union's entry-exit system (EES) has been postponed once again, just ahead of its planned rollout on November 10th. The...
Oct 131 min read
New speed camera may be implemented next year
The States of Jersey Police may begin using new speed camera equipment as early as January 2025, a scrutiny panel has been told....
Oct 131 min read
Citizenship rule for politicians could be removed
The requirement for constables and deputies to be British citizens could be removed if a proposition is approved. Deputy Montfort Tadier...
Oct 131 min read
Electric car scheme set to end by year’s close
Jersey's Electric Vehicle Purchase Incentive (EVPI) scheme, which supports residents in buying electric cars, is expected to close to new...
Oct 131 min read
£100k allocated to children's sports programs in new initiative
Eight primary schools and eight sports organisations will receive a share of £100,000 to promote sustained engagement in sports and...
Oct 132 min read
Woman dies after falling overboard from cruise ship
A woman in her 20s has died after going overboard from a cruise ship near the Channel Islands, according to rescue services. The incident...
Oct 111 min read
New MV Mistral Berthing Trial Scheduled for Upcoming Date
A berthing trial for a 502ft (153m) ship in the harbours of the Channel Islands and Portsmouth is scheduled for next week. DFDS, one of...
Oct 111 min read
New Hourly Wage Suggested for Carers in Jersey
Jersey ministers are considering introducing a standardised hourly rate for carers who provide in-home care services. A Ministerial...
Oct 111 min read
Channel Islands to Provide Subsidies for Ferry Service to France
The governments of Jersey, Guernsey, and Sark have reached an agreement to subsidize a passenger ferry service to France through the end...
Oct 111 min read
Channel Islands dodge UK pumpkin shortage, but they might be smaller than usual
In Jersey, Phil Le Maistre from Master Farms echoed this sentiment, saying, "The pumpkins aren’t quite as big this year, likely due to...
Oct 112 min read
£5m solar farm set for completion this year
Jersey's first solar farm is set to be completed by the end of the year, according to Jersey Electricity (JE). The company is installing...
Oct 111 min read
Consultation launched for proposed new banking legislation
The Jersey government is seeking public feedback on draft legislation aimed at changing the system for reclaiming money if a bank closes....
Oct 101 min read
The Northern Lights are visible tonight
The Northern Lights are expected to be visible tonight over Jersey in the Channel Islands, creating excitement among residents. Islanders...
Oct 101 min read
Public consultation launched for upcoming banking legislation
The government in Jersey has asked for views on its draft legislation to change the system people use to claim money back if their bank...
Oct 102 min read
Multi-agency training exercise
On Tuesday 8 October, the emergency services and other responders took part in a live major incident exercise to test procedures at the...
Oct 101 min read
"Government Spending on External Staff Rises in 2023"
The States of Jersey reported an increase in spending on consultants, agency workers, and other external staff in 2023 compared to the...
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