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£1.5 million allocated to support charities from Jersey Reclaim FundThe Government has announced the second annual allocation of £1.5 million from the Jersey Reclaim Fund, continuing the Government’s commitment to provide long term, stable support for local charitable and voluntary organisations. Construction begins on new youth centre for St HelierWork has officially begun on a … Read more News this week…

Frontline: Piotr Wrobel – Using digital innovation to support better care

Piotr Wrobel works in Digital Health at Health and Care Jersey, where he designs and improves digital tools that help healthcare staff spend less time filling in forms and more time caring for people. Although much of his work happens behind the scenes, the tools he creates are used directly in day‑to‑day patient care, making … Read more Frontline: Piotr Wrobel – Using digital innovation to support better care

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Review into bone densitometry scansAn independent review has identified potential concerns with the diagnosis and treatment recommendations of some patients who underwent bone densitometry scans at the Hospital between January 2017 and January 2022. Revisions to first-time buyer policy guidanceThe Minister for Housing has updated Jersey’s first-time buyer policy guidance so that more Islanders can … Read more News this week…

Keeping the Island Running: Planning and Building Services

Across the Island, new homes, facilities and developments take place. Behind all of these are a team ensuring plans are well-designed, sustainable, and most importantly safe.  The Infrastructure and Environment Department’s Planning and Building teams play an important role supporting Islanders, the construction industry, and the wider economy by ensuring plans are suitable for Jersey.   Planning Officer Trainee, Mihaela … Read more Keeping the Island Running: Planning and Building Services

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Ministers welcome approval of the Jersey Capital Investment FundThe Council of Ministers welcomes the States Assembly’s decision to approve the establishment of the Jersey Capital Investment Fund.  Public Sector Staffing Report December 2025The Government of Jersey has released the Public Sector Staffing Statistics report, which shows the number of people working in the public service … Read more News this week…

The Real Heat: Myth Busting Air Source Heat Pumps

Air source heat pumps are transforming the way Jersey heats its homes. But despite their popularity, older misconceptions still put people off making the switch. We’re here to set the record straight with the truth behind the most common myths. ❌ MYTH 1: “Air source heat pumps are expensive to run” ✅ The Real Heat: … Read more The Real Heat: Myth Busting Air Source Heat Pumps

Do You Really Need to Insulate Your Home Before Getting a Heat Pump?

Heat pumps are one of the most efficient, low carbon heating options available today – typically producing around three units of heat for every unit of electricity used. They are suitable for most homes and are becoming an increasingly important part of the transition away from fossil fuel heating. And here’s the key message many … Read more Do You Really Need to Insulate Your Home Before Getting a Heat Pump?

Keeping Highlands College running smoothly: A day in the life of caretaker Jacek

At Highlands College, thousands of Islanders pass through the campus each year – students beginning new careers, tutors preparing lessons, professionals attending training, and visitors exploring opportunities. Behind the scenes, a small team works quietly and constantly to keep the College safe, clean, and running smoothly. One of those people is Jacek, a caretaker who … Read more Keeping Highlands College running smoothly: A day in the life of caretaker Jacek

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Public Health advice on meningitis cases in KentPublic Health Jersey is aware of reports of meningitis cases affecting young people in Canterbury and the surrounding area, including students at the University of Kent. The risk to people living outside of the area is very low. Government publishes All Age Mental Health StrategyThe Government of Jersey … Read more News this week…

Jersey’s Financial Services industry: It’s Time to Win 

Andrew McLaughlin, Chief Executive Officer, Government of Jersey Jersey’s finance sector is arguably the Island’s most remarkable economic achievement of the past 60 years – built almost from scratch and now responsible for around half of Jersey’s GDP and more than half of government tax revenues. It is an industry which, if listed, would be the size of a FTSE 100 company. … Read more Jersey’s Financial Services industry: It’s Time to Win