Reckless driving in Jersey’s “culture”
RECKLESS approaches to driving – including excessive speeding and drink-driving – are a cultural problem in Jersey, the police chief has said as he revealed that the Island’s first mobile traffic camera has caught people at “very, very high speeds”. And introducing road safety courses, crushing vehicles and naming employers of drink drivers were all […] The post Reckless driving in Jersey’s “culture” appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-30 15:28:00

Legionella traces force temporary closure of Aquasplash
AQUASPLASH is set to be closed for several days after an outbreak of legionella bacteria was discovered. Routine testing uncovered traces of the bacteria in a number of water outlets within the facility. Following tests carried out on Friday, operator Serco Jersey Ltd closed the showers and basins. The swimming pools are unaffected by the […] The post Legionella traces force temporary closure of Aquasplash appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-30 14:49:27

Primary school meal scheme ‘an extremely successful project’
AN initiative to provide primary school children with either a free or subsidised hot main meal has been an “extremely successful project”, the Education Minister has said as the scheme begins its roll-out out across all primary schools in Jersey. Speaking in the States Assembly yesterday, Deputy Catherine Curtis said that the project had “delivered […] The post Primary school meal scheme ‘an extremely successful project’ appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-30 14:06:00

Prime investment: Jersey’s oldest fish and chip shop up for sale
JERSEY’S oldest fish and chips shop is up for sale, with its owner looking towards retirement. Prime Fry, on Trinity Road in St Helier, is up for sale after first opening in 1912. Owner Tom Howell initially started working at the shop in 1983 before moving on to open Golden Fry in St Brelade. When […] The post Prime investment: Jersey’s oldest fish and chip shop up for sale appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-30 12:33:00

Gas worker says safety test was refused by boss, court hears
A GAS worker accused of manslaughter over the Haut du Mont explosion told police he was “annoyed” with himself for not standing up to his boss when he was told to reconnect the gas without carrying out what has been described as a “crucial” safety test. John Wright told police said that he was told […] The post Gas worker says safety test was refused by boss, court hears appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-30 11:32:37

‘We are busy trying to understand the future but we are using yesterday’s vocabulary’
Author, researcher, artist and organisational consultant Dr Julian Stodd tells Natasha Baluchi that AI is a fundamentally social context, which will change the experience of workplaces IN recent years, artificial intelligence has emerged as a prominent topic of discussion, garnering significant media attention. Especially within a business, tasks at hand can now be automated, information […] The post ‘We are busy trying to understand the future but we are using yesterday’s vocabulary’ appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-30 11:30:00

PFAS decision not transparent enough, campaigner says
A PFAS campaigner has said he is “very disappointed” after wording referring to a potential public-health risk was removed from the Information Commissioner’s decision to force the government to reveal which fields had been treated with biosolids. Paul Le Claire, chair of Water Awareness Jersey, questioned the “transparency” of the decision to revise the wording. In March […] The post PFAS decision not transparent enough, campaigner says appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-30 09:25:00

Bulls see red again but refuse to lose
A HAT-TRICK of headers and a Harry Curtis dismissal did not stop the Jersey Bulls from continuing their unbeaten run as they drew 3-3 away to Egham Town last night. A frantic start to the Bulls’ fifth away game this month saw them fall 2-0 down inside the opening 10 minutes to a Sebastian Karczewski […] The post Bulls see red again but refuse to lose appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-30 09:12:33

Plan to freeze Overseas Aid funding ‘not credible look’
INTERNATIONAL Development Minister Carolyn Labey said that a potential drop in the proportion of overseas aid contributions Jersey makes would not be a “credible look” for the government. Speaking in the States yesterday – the day the Council of Ministers released its 2027 Budget – Deputy Labey made the comments as she faced questions over […] The post Plan to freeze Overseas Aid funding ‘not credible look’ appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-30 08:49:00

Plans submitted to turn vehicle workshop into pet cremation centre
A VEHICLE workshop in St Lawrence could be turned into a pet and horse cremation business, if planning proposals are approved. Willow Tree Limited, Jersey’s only individual cremation service for horses, has applied to change the use of Millbrook Depot, situated on Le Chemin Des Moulins. The building is one of a “cluster” owned by […] The post Plans submitted to turn vehicle workshop into pet cremation centre appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-30 07:44:49

Trade truces, rising yields – and resilient markets
Jenson Holmes from Titan Wealth offers this week’s round-up of global markets INVESTORS have, in the last week, been balancing encouraging developments on global growth and trade with renewed concerns over inflation and higher borrowing costs. At their Washington summit, President Trump and President Xi Jinping discussed matters ranging from AI and trade to the […] The post Trade truces, rising yields – and resilient markets appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-30 06:30:00

How much retiring early affect how much income you get in retirement?
Erin Bisson from BWCI outlines some of the things to consider when deciding when to leave the world of work CHOOSING when to retire is one of the biggest financial decisions you will ever make.While the idea of finishing work earlier can be very appealing, the age at which you retire can have a significant […] The post How much retiring early affect how much income you get in retirement? appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-30 06:30:00

Ministers quizzed over worker housing and financial risks of hospital project
AROUND 800 workers are expected to be involved during the peak period of the project to build the Island’s new hospital, the Health Minister has confirmed. Senator Tom Binet, who signed the contract for the development at Overdale at the start of June, gave more details about the workforce, and accommodation arrangements, during question time […] The post Ministers quizzed over worker housing and financial risks of hospital project appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-30 06:00:00

Priorities shaped by ‘issues that matter most’ – Chief Minister
AT the same time as unveiling the Budget for 2027, ministers have spelled out their strategic priorities for the next four years. The list of 11 key priorities is spread across four so-called “pillars”, aimed at tackling the cost of living, restoring competitiveness, investing in Jersey and maintaining financial stability. The document states: Taken together, […] The post Priorities shaped by ‘issues that matter most’ – Chief Minister appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-29 20:00:00

Cycling initiative launched to keep children healthy while getting them to school
NEW ‘bike bus’ schemes are rolling across the Island each morning, helping children travel to school while keeping active. Groups of children, accompanied by a leader, meet at designated “stops” and ride together along a set route, picking up other classmates on the way. “Think of it exactly the same as a regular bus, just riding on your bike,” Jay Cracknell, active travel officer at Jersey […] The post Cycling initiative launched to keep children healthy while getting them to school appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-29 13:50:00

Gas leak in Millennium Park
A SECTION of Millennium Town Park was barricaded off while work to identify a possibly gas leak was carried out. Several signs were put up advising people not to smoke in the area while work was being carried out. Island Energy confirmed that a “gas escape” had been found. It is understood that the leak, […] The post Gas leak in Millennium Park appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-29 12:55:12

Customer Hub launches weekly Quiet Hour to support a more inclusive experience
A WEEKLY quiet hour is being introduced to provide a calmer environment for Islanders accessing services and support from the government. The initiative will begin on Thursday at 3pm and will continue at this time moving forward. The Customer Hub at the government’s Union Street headquarters provides access to a wide range of Government services, […] The post Customer Hub launches weekly Quiet Hour to support a more inclusive experience appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-29 12:23:00

Gas engineer ‘almost sure’ valves were closed
A GAS engineer accused of manslaughter over the Haut du Mont explosion told police in interview he was “almost sure” he had closed the gas valves at the flats the day before the blast. In a video interview which was played to jurors yesterday, Neil Armstrong’s version of events was heard for the first time. […] The post Gas engineer ‘almost sure’ valves were closed appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-29 10:41:19

Channel Islands’ Junior Surf team taking part in European surfing competition
A TEAM of local junior surfers have travelled to Ireland to compete in a prestigious annual competition, hoping to further add to the Channel Islands’ reputation as a major surfing hotbed. The team is set to compete in the European Junior Surfing Championships 2026 – the first time the Irish Surfing Federation has hosted the […] The post Channel Islands’ Junior Surf team taking part in European surfing competition appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-29 08:26:00

Jersey claim sixth edition of the padel inter-insular
JERSEY claimed padel inter-insular honours on home soil with a convincing 45-19 win over Guernsey. Jersey’s victory in the sixth edition of the inter-island competition, avenging last year’s defeat in Guernsey, means the overall Corcuera Cup score is now level at three apiece. St Clements Sports Hub hosted 64 matches across the weekend, from Saturday […] The post Jersey claim sixth edition of the padel inter-insular appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-29 07:52:49

Islander blind in one eye faced near-year wait as sight deteriorated in other eye
AN Islander who is completely blind in one eye waited almost a year for a follow-up appointment after surgery on their remaining functioning eye – during which time their sight significantly deteriorated. The case has emerged in a recently published Social Security Medical Appeal Tribunal judgment concerning a dispute over the patient’s Long-Term Incapacity Allowance. […] The post Islander blind in one eye faced near-year wait as sight deteriorated in other eye appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-29 07:50:51

2027 Budget proposals mark “beginning of a journey”
MINISTERS have spelled out their determination that the government gets a grip on spending, particularly in relation to health, as the first Budget of the new political term was unveiled. Total spending of £1.3 billion, including £405 million allocated to the Health Department, is spelled out in the draft Budget, which will be debated in […] The post 2027 Budget proposals mark “beginning of a journey” appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-29 07:01:00

Public outcry crushes plans to move cider press
THE government has backed out of controversial plans to remove a historic King Street landmark after the move sparked public outcry over the weekend. The apple crusher – which sits between Broad Street and the high street – was set to be moved to Howard Davis Park as part of a wider scheme to create […] The post Public outcry crushes plans to move cider press appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-29 06:36:00

Islanders contribute to Bergerac “success”
HUNDREDS of Islanders have served as extras in the new Bergerac since the revamped detective drama was launched – as Jersey “continues to play an integral role” in the show. Production company BlackLight TV said that around 500 supporting artists have been recruited from Jersey over the three series so far. Filming for the third […] The post Islanders contribute to Bergerac “success” appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-28 13:16:00

Islanders invited to ‘say what you see’ as gameshow legend makes Jersey return
A COMEDIAN who remains best known for anchoring a popular TV quiz show for many years is to mark his 60th anniversary in showbusiness with a gig in Jersey. Roy Walker will be returning to the Island on Friday 30 October after making several visits during the 1980s and 90s when the Jersey nightlife scene […] The post Islanders invited to ‘say what you see’ as gameshow legend makes Jersey return appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-28 11:15:00

New creative plans for aMaizin space
THE former adventure play barn at the aMaizin! Adventure Park is at the centre of plans for a new hub to bring artists, designers, freelancers and other creative businesses together “under one roof”. Jersey-based furniture designer and maker Gigi Cooke has submitted a change-of-use planning application, hoping to create a vibrant space where creatives in […] The post New creative plans for aMaizin space appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-28 11:04:00

New government’s first Budget unveiled
THE new government has unveiled its proposed spending plans for the next four years – including a multi-million-pound package of measures aimed at relieving some of the cost of living pressures Islanders are facing. The intended 2027 to 2030 Budget, described by Chief Minister Lyndon Farnham as “measured and responsible” sets out plans for around […] The post New government’s first Budget unveiled appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-28 09:56:08

Island Energy was “quite a toxic environment” before explosion, HR chief tells jurors
ISLAND Energy’s working practices was “unprofessional” and the firm had “quite a toxic environment”, the woman hired to head up the HR department has said during the Royal Court trial into the Haut du Mont explosion. Giving evidence on Thursday, Kimberley Paterson told the jury that the company’s HR policies had “basic things missing” and […] The post Island Energy was “quite a toxic environment” before explosion, HR chief tells jurors appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-28 09:29:13

States Vet urges dog owners to keep up with pet vaccinations
A case of a potentially fatal bacterial disease – which can in some rare instances spread to humans – has been confirmed in an unvaccinated Jersey dog. Leptospirosis is a primarily zoonotic infection which is spread by urine, and can be “serious and fatal” to animals. New Era Veterinary Hospital warned dog owners that there […] The post States Vet urges dog owners to keep up with pet vaccinations appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-28 09:26:57

Parent appeals decision on disabled child given dance videos instead of lessons
A PARENT’S fight against what they argue is “structural” discrimination at a Jersey school has reached the Royal Court. An Employment and Discrimination Tribunal held last year heard about bungled special needs education provision at the school and found in the parent’s favour on several points. The tribunal found there were three acts of discrimination […] The post Parent appeals decision on disabled child given dance videos instead of lessons appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-28 08:49:00

Cannabis prescribing gaps revealed as Health discloses investigation into death involving drug
JERSEY is powerless to intervene against UK doctors prescribing medicinal cannabis to Islanders, a senior health official has told politicians – after a death involving the drug was investigated. Health policy director Ruth Johnson said there was a lack of oversight on the medicinal cannabis trade as most doctors prescribing medicinal cannabis to Islanders do […] The post Cannabis prescribing gaps revealed as Health discloses investigation into death involving drug appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-28 07:52:33

Employee who set fire to company van sentenced
A DISGRUNTLED employee who set fire to his boss’s van in a cocaine-fuelled frenzy has been jailed after turning himself in. Construction worker Claudio Antonio Nascimento Andrade (32) torched the interior of the Ford Transit amid a row over unpaid wages. The Royal Court was told that Andrade injected a gram of cocaine half an […] The post Employee who set fire to company van sentenced appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-28 07:38:52

Pensions to rise above RPI
PENSIONS will increase by nearly 2% more than RPI from next month. Jersey pensioners will receive a 4.7% increase in the old age pension from the beginning of October, with someone receiving a full-rate pension getting just over £14 more a week to a new figure of £312.48, On an annual basis, the increase is […] The post Pensions to rise above RPI appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-28 06:30:00

Pub group changes loyalty scheme
A PUB company has revised its loyalty programme, stating that the changes will make the scheme simpler and more rewarding. Liberation Group will give customers the equivalent of 3% on spending on food, drink and accommodation at its outlets across the Channel Islands. The new system replaces the former loyalty programme which offered 5% back […] The post Pub group changes loyalty scheme appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-27 20:39:00

Visitor numbers to Jersey Museum plummet after free-entry trial scheme ended
VISITOR numbers to Jersey’s national museum have plummeted following the axing of government-backed scheme to allow free entry, the JEP can reveal. Jersey Heritage revealed that visitor numbers to Jersey Museum dropped from over 15,000 last summer to 11,600 this year – a 23% decrease. The decline coincided with the reintroduction of entry fees from […] The post Visitor numbers to Jersey Museum plummet after free-entry trial scheme ended appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-27 11:59:00

WIN an overnight stay at the Atlantic Hotel with three-course dinner and breakfast
We’ve partnered with the Atlantic Hotel to offer you the chance to win an overnight stay for two, including a three-course dinner and breakfast. Escape west for the night Spend a night away from it all at The Atlantic Hotel, set in ten acres of private grounds overlooking the spectacular expanse of St Ouen’s Bay. […] The post WIN an overnight stay at the Atlantic Hotel with three-course dinner and breakfast appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-27 11:47:19

Recruitment freeze has saved millions and “will continue”, says Chief Minister
THE civil service recruitment freeze is estimated to have saved £31 million by the end of last year in annual staffing costs avoided, the Chief Minister has said – as he confirmed that the cost-saving measure “will continue”. The update from Senator Lyndon Farnham came shortly before publication of the most recent public spending report […] The post Recruitment freeze has saved millions and “will continue”, says Chief Minister appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-27 11:06:00

Reduction in school’s outdoor space “deeply concerning,” says Constable
A MAJOR reduction in the outdoor play space for children at an urban small-scale school has left parents and ministers questioning the adequacy of the facilities for a modern primary school. An unstable neighbouring property backing onto Springfield School’s outdoor playground has led to various safety measures being installed including support beams and the closure […] The post Reduction in school’s outdoor space “deeply concerning,” says Constable appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-27 10:21:00

Victoria College opens refurbished Sixth Form Centre
A NEW Sixth Form Centre was opened this week at Victoria College, following government investment in the college’s post-16 provision. The new centre was officially reopened by Education Minister Catherine Curtis and featured an event attended by the chair of the Board of Governors, members of the senior leadership team and school prefects. With a […] The post Victoria College opens refurbished Sixth Form Centre appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-27 06:29:00

Former restaurant owner sentenced for sexual touching
A FORMER restaurant owner who put his hand beneath a woman’s clothing and squeezed her bottom without consent has avoided prison despite the “profound effect” his actions had on her. Grega Zver (35) was sentenced to 90 hours of community service, six months’ probation and a 12-month restraining order in the Magistrate’s Court on Friday. […] The post Former restaurant owner sentenced for sexual touching appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-26 10:57:00

New ‘fit-for-purpose’ CAMHS building opens
A NEW “fit-for-purpose” building for Jersey’s Children and Adolescent Mental Health Service was opened recently. The new centre has been designed to improve the experience for young people and their families after complaints that the old building at Liberté House on La Motte Street was too stuffy, did not provide enough privacy and not accessible. Assistant […] The post New ‘fit-for-purpose’ CAMHS building opens appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-26 09:31:00

‘Gambling is as wicked an addiction – as powerful – as drugs or alcoholism’
EVEN when Leicester City were on the verge of their historic Premier League title ten years ago, Advocate Cyril Whelan was not tempted to pop down to the bookies and put a fiver on their deciding match. It was nothing to do with a lifetime’s experience of the Foxes. The former chairman of the Jersey […] The post ‘Gambling is as wicked an addiction – as powerful – as drugs or alcoholism’ appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-26 08:34:00

Manchester United academy coach brings experience to Jersey
A FORMER Manchester United academy coach with more than two decades of experience at the club is heading to Jersey to share his knowledge with the Island’s football coaches. Neil Harris spent 21 years working within Manchester United’s academy, progressing from development centre coach to lead youth development phase coach during his time at Carrington. […] The post Manchester United academy coach brings experience to Jersey appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-26 08:00:00

Calling all future life-savers…
A CPR pop-up event designed to equip Islanders with the tools they need to confidently save a life will take place at St Brelade’s Bay tomorrow from 10.30am to 12.30pm. It comes just over two months after a group of Islanders worked together to save the life of a Dutch tourist found lying without a […] The post Calling all future life-savers… appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-26 06:38:00

WIN some free DOH!
We’ve partnered with DIP DOH Pizza Co. to offer the chance to win a meal for FOUR! Tucked into the Waterfront, DIP DOH Pizza Co. is Jersey’s home of Neapolitan-style sourdough rounds and pan-baked Detroit squares. Plus, a killer dip menu that guarantees no crust is left behind. To enter and be in with a […] The post WIN some free DOH! appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-26 05:00:00

Bowl Ā Crock is set to return for it’s third year of skating success
AN annual celebration of skateboarding, music, and youth culture is set to return to Jersey tomorrow, as the Island prepares to welcome 35 professional skaters from the UK and France. Bowl Ā Crock is a free open-jam format where amateur riders and adaptive athletes get the opportunity to shred alongside professional skateboarders from around the […] The post Bowl Ā Crock is set to return for it’s third year of skating success appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-25 20:16:00

Ministers defend decision to delay PFAS legislation
PLANS to introduce legal PFAS limits have been put on hold while ministers work with Jersey Water to understand the full impact the legislation would have on the business. Environment Minister Mary Le Hegarat said that the government “needs to look at what, moving forward, is affordable” and that it had agreed to give the […] The post Ministers defend decision to delay PFAS legislation appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-25 14:24:00

Joint ministerial talks aim to improve inter-island connectivity
INTER-ISLAND connectivity and attracting more cruise ship visitors were among the priority topics during recent talks between the Economic Development Ministers of Jersey and Guernsey. Deputy Gerald Voisin, who took on the Economic Development role in Jersey after the election in June, hosted his counterpart Deputy Sasha Kazantseva-Miller, President of Guernsey’s Committee for Economic Development. […] The post Joint ministerial talks aim to improve inter-island connectivity appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-25 14:14:19

Islanders invited to discover how they can make a difference through international volunteering
A SPECIAL event is being held next month to allow Islanders interested in volunteering in international community projects to find out more about the work of Jersey Overseas Aid. For more than 50 years, Jersey volunteers have supported projects in countries including Malawi, Kenya, Nepal and Zambia, helping communities tackle poverty and work towards long-term […] The post Islanders invited to discover how they can make a difference through international volunteering appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-25 13:14:00

Jersey Water CEO: Water bills could be influenced by PFAS requirements
FURTHER above-inflation hikes in Islanders’ water bills cannot be ruled out due to uncertainty over how much potential PFAS-related infrastructure improvements could cost, the head of Jersey Water has said. Yesterday, it was confirmed that, from 1 January, average household water bills will rise by around £30 per year. This will bring the average annual […] The post Jersey Water CEO: Water bills could be influenced by PFAS requirements appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-25 13:02:00

Young Islanders asked for their views in survey
YOUNG Islanders are to be asked to share their experiences and opinions of life in Jersey to help shape Government policy. The Jersey Children and Young People’s Survey is being re-launched by Statistics Jersey and will be put to students in Years 4, 6, 8, 10 and 12. The surveys will be collected between Monday 5 […] The post Young Islanders asked for their views in survey appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-25 12:43:00

Islanders may need to be “economically active” for longer, Chief Minister says
ISLANDERS may need to work for longer as pensioners become a larger proportion of the population, the Chief Minister has said. While stopping short of saying the retirement age could be increased, Senator Lyndon Farnham said that all Islanders should “stay as economically active as we possibly can for much longer”. His comments came after […] The post Islanders may need to be “economically active” for longer, Chief Minister says appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-25 12:39:00

Firefighters spent ‘six minutes’ at Haut du Mont checking for gas leak prior to explosion
FIREFIGHTERS responding to reports of a “strong smell” of gas at Haut du Mont on the night prior to the explosion spent a total of six minutes checking for a leak before leaving the site, jurors heard yesterday. On 25 September 2025, the States Employment Board pleaded guilty to two offences contrary to the Health […] The post Firefighters spent ‘six minutes’ at Haut du Mont checking for gas leak prior to explosion appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-25 10:49:08

Bulls restore YouTube stream for Bedfont clash
JERSEY Bulls have confirmed that tonight’s away fixture against Bedfont Sports will be streamed free on YouTube after the club received sponsorship from Bloomsbury Money. The Bulls had announced earlier this week that their away matches would no longer be publicly streamed, with coverage instead available exclusively at the Bulls Bar at Springfield. The decision […] The post Bulls restore YouTube stream for Bedfont clash appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-25 10:18:55

No current plans for UK-style tourist tax, minister says
SCHEMES being rolled across several major UK cities charging tourists for overnight stays are unlikely to be introduced in Jersey, the Economic Development Minister has said – despite recent calls for further government investment in the visitor economy. Deputy Gerald Voisin said that he was “not in favour” of the introduction of a tourist tax […] The post No current plans for UK-style tourist tax, minister says appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-25 09:58:00

Let’s Kick it!
FLIPS, tricks and leaps are set to light up Les Quennevais Skatepark tomorrow, as the skateboarding spectacle of Bowl  Crock is scheduled to unfold from 10am. Bowl  Crock, a project from the charity Skate Space, is entering its third year, and organisers are bringing it back bigger and better than ever before. Aptly […] The post Let’s Kick it! appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-25 07:50:16

Police issue update after Muratti disorder
A GUERNSEYMAN has been banned from future Muratti fixtures following a police investigation into trouble following May’s final at Springfield Stadium. Following the final whistle, disorder broke out which saw several individuals climb onto the pitch and clashes between the two sets of supporters. The disruption involved a confrontation between rival supporters at one end […] The post Police issue update after Muratti disorder appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-25 05:25:00

Netflix nook to appear in Jersey’s libraries
BOOKS that have been adapted into Netflix shows and films are being donated to Jersey’s libraries as part of a major reading initiative across the UK and the Channel Islands. Jersey Library in St Helier and the Communicare Centre in St Brelade are being donated the books through a new partnership between the British Library […] The post Netflix nook to appear in Jersey’s libraries appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-24 13:47:00

Voting to open tomorrow for record-breaking 2026 Pride of Jersey awards
VOTING opens tomorrow for the 2026 Pride of Jersey awards following a record number of nominations being submitted. The awards, organised by the Jersey Evening Post, were first launched in 2015 and has celebrated hundreds of local heroes in the 11 years since. In total, more than 300 nominees have been put forward across 14 […] The post Voting to open tomorrow for record-breaking 2026 Pride of Jersey awards appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-24 13:28:00

Bulls change away-stream arrangements
JERSEY Bulls supporters have taken to social media to voice their disappointment after the club announced changes to its away match live streams. From tomorrow night’s away fixture against Bedfont Sports, the Bulls’ live streams will no longer be publicly available on the club’s YouTube channel. Instead, the stream will be shown exclusively at the […] The post Bulls change away-stream arrangements appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-24 11:00:00

“I don’t want to end up in the dock with you one day” – senior Island Energy officer gives evidence at Haut du Mont trial
A SENIOR Island Energy manager told the company’s chief executive that “I don’t want to end up in the dock with you one day” during a clash over the failure to give suitable training to staff, the Royal Court has heard. Giving evidence at the ongoing Haut du Mont trial resulting from the fatal gas […] The post “I don’t want to end up in the dock with you one day” – senior Island Energy officer gives evidence at Haut du Mont trial appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-24 10:57:29

New hospital risks becoming a care home as dementia patients wait months for places
DEMENTIA patients are deteriorating in hospital while waiting months for a nursing-home place, the Health’s managing director has revealed – warning that without more capacity, the Island’s new hospital risks becoming “the most expensive nursing home in the world”. Andy Weir told the Health and Social Security Scrutiny Panel yesterday that patients who needed nursing […] The post New hospital risks becoming a care home as dementia patients wait months for places appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-24 09:56:00

Care manager spared jail for historical sexual abuse
A FORMER care worker who committed a string of historical sex offences against a teenage boy in the 1990s has been spared jail. Donna Bentley (53) was handed 456 hours of community service for two counts of procuring an act of gross indecency and a single count of indecent assault. She was previously convicted by […] The post Care manager spared jail for historical sexual abuse appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-24 09:21:32

Fields treated with sewage sludge revealed
The locations of fields where sewage sludge has been used as fertiliser have finally been released following an 18-month Freedom of Information row. The post Fields treated with sewage sludge revealed appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-24 09:12:00

Sindy Garthshore – Inspirational Leader of the Year
Nominated by: Lakeside Manor Team A MANAGER at Lakeside Manor has been nominated for Inspirational Leader of the year for “inspiring, supporting, and bringing out the best in everyone every day.” Sindy Garthshore has been nominated the team at Lakeside Manor for quickly becoming a “valued and respected” part of the team. They praised her […] The post Sindy Garthshore – Inspirational Leader of the Year appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-24 08:59:54

Kaye Fontaine – Grandparent of the Year
Nominated by: Annie Fontaine A DEVOTED grandmother whose love, care and support have made a lasting difference to her grandson and his parents has been nominated for the Grandparent of the Year award. Kaye Fontaine’s daughter and nominator Annie Fontaine said she could not begin to describe the amount of love Kaye had for her […] The post Kaye Fontaine – Grandparent of the Year appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-24 08:45:26

FF Windows team – Customer Service Employee of the Year
Nominated by: Pamela Karimjee A WINDOW installation service has been nominated for the Customer Service of the Year award for its speedy work after the devastation of Storm Goretti. FF Windows have been nominated for the award by Pamela Karimjee, who was impressed by the “empathy, courtesy and speed” showed by the team, who replaced […] The post FF Windows team – Customer Service Employee of the Year appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-24 08:26:33

Couple convicted of Islamophobic abuse
A COUPLE who hurled Islamophobic abuse at members of Jersey’s Muslim community and attacked people, including a child, outside the Mosque have been convicted after a three-day trial. Tamara Nadine Dubois (37) and her partner Jade Clarke James Hamon (52) denied using racially motivated language in an incident outside the Jersey Islamic Centre in March. [...] The post Couple convicted of Islamophobic abuse appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-23 16:37:27

Millions spent on health facilities project since 2023
ALMOST £80 million – 10% of the Budget-allocated funds to deliver the government’s New Healthcare Facilities Programme – has been spent without main construction works starting on Jersey’s new acute hospital. As of the end of last year, the programme – which commenced in 2023 – had recorded expenditure totalling just over £79 million, Treasury [...] The post Millions spent on health facilities project since 2023 appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-23 15:00:00

Butterfly declines expose worsening condition of protected dunes
MORE resources are needed to protect the Sand Dunes after butterfly declines exposed the worsening condition of the protected site, a new report has warned. Three butterfly species – the Essex Skipper, Speckled Wood and Small Copper – experienced statistically significant declines along a survey route through the St Ouen site between 2004 and 2023. [...] The post Butterfly declines expose worsening condition of protected dunes appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-23 14:40:00

Court rejects demolition firm’s bid for almost £600,000
A DEMOLITION company’s bid to secure almost £600,000 from a property developer has been rejected after the Royal Court found that its case had not been properly pleaded. Jersey Demolition Contractors Limited applied for summary judgment against Alexander Burnett for £598,981, plus further interest, following a long-running dispute over work on a 12-home development in [...] The post Court rejects demolition firm’s bid for almost £600,000 appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-23 14:37:00

Fay Johnson – Customer Service Employee of the Year
Nominated by: Sarah Vivian A fitness instructor at Aquasplash who encourages her clients to push their boundaries while spreading positivity is nominated in the Customer Service of the Year category. Fay Johnson “brings happiness to all in her class,” her nominator, Sarah Vivian, said. Ms Vivian, who attends one of her classes, said that she has been welcomed [...] The post Fay Johnson – Customer Service Employee of the Year appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-23 13:52:27

Elizabeth Gomez – Customer Service Employee of the Year
Nominated by: Dominika O’Dwyer A SHOP worker has been nominated for Customer Service Employee of the Year for making her customers feel “valued”. “That is exactly what Betty does every day,” Dominika O’Dwyer said of Elizabeth Gomez who works in the Morrisons in Kensington Place. “No matter how busy the shop is she always has a genuine smile and takes the time to ask [...] The post Elizabeth Gomez – Customer Service Employee of the Year appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-23 13:44:28

UK moves towards compulsory voting unlikely to be followed in Jersey
MOVES to make it compulsory to vote in UK elections are unlikely to be replicated in Jersey despite the Island’s poor voter turnout figures, an influential backbench politician has said. Deputy Carina Alves, chair of the Privileges and Procedures Committee, expressed her view in the wake of news that senior figures in the Labour Party [...] The post UK moves towards compulsory voting unlikely to be followed in Jersey appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-23 11:40:46

Offering a positive picture of stability in volatile times
Allan Stewart and Jamie Crawford, of wealth-management company Oakglen Wealth, tell Emily Moore why the expanding business has reason to be confident about the future FOR most people, 31 January 2020 will go down in history as the day on which the UK officially left the EU. But, for the owners of one Jersey-headquartered wealth-management [...] The post Offering a positive picture of stability in volatile times appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-23 11:30:00

‘Professional advice is more important in a world of AI’
Chartered Institute for Securities and Investment chief executive Tracy Vegro and Jersey branch president Rholo Mba talk to Emily Moore about the job market, AI and financial literacy WHEN did you last have an open, honest conversation about money? Not a moan about how much the weekly grocery shop cost, or how expensive your heating [...] The post ‘Professional advice is more important in a world of AI’ appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-23 11:30:00

Full of beans after 30 years: Popular coffee shop expands
Dave Stokes, founder of Bean Around the World – which has just opened a new outlet in the Market – talks to Emily Moore about how he turned a tasty brew into an ‘Island institution’ FOR many people, a morning without coffee is unimaginable, as we rely on that daily fix of caffeine to give [...] The post Full of beans after 30 years: Popular coffee shop expands appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-23 11:30:00

Bernadette and Tony Volante – Angel of the Year
Nominated by: Donna Volante A PARENTAL duo who continue to support their daughter despite the health challenges she faces have been nominated for Angel of the Year. Bernadette and Tony Volante, nominated by their daughter Donna Volante, are described as “amazing” in all they do, even if it is just being there for her. Miss [...] The post Bernadette and Tony Volante – Angel of the Year appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-23 11:12:39

David Hewitt – Customer Service of the Year
Nominated by: Margaret Breen David Hewitt, who works at the Gorey Village post office and Morrisons, has been nominated for the Customer Service of the Year award his readiness to help, no matter the query. Margaret Breen, a frequent customer at the post office and the Morrisons, said: “He’s always ready to go the extra mile to [...] The post David Hewitt – Customer Service of the Year appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-22 13:53:18

St Martin’s Surgery – Community Champion of the Year
Nominated by: Julie Dutton ST Martin’s Surgery has been nominated for Community Champion for “representing the very best of what community healthcare can and should be”. The nominator, Julie Dutton, has praised the medical practice for being “a genuine village doctor experience built around time, trust and personal connection,” as doctors take time to know [...] The post St Martin’s Surgery – Community Champion of the Year appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-22 13:36:22

Jail for man who beat Hinge date ‘from head to toe’
A JUDGE has condemned a defendant’s “utter lack of remorse” following a case that left a victim and her children severely traumatised. The Royal Court heard that the victim’s sense of safety in her own home had been “destroyed” by what was described as a “horrific” incident. The defendant repeatedly interrupted as Commissioner Patricia Lees [...] The post Jail for man who beat Hinge date ‘from head to toe’ appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-22 11:32:35

Road closed after vehicle flips
MOTORISTS are facing disruption following an incident on one of the Island’s coastal routes. A two-vehicle collision on La Grande Route de la Côte in St Clement has caused one vehicle to flip. Emergency services are dealing with the collision, which has prompted a temporary road closure and diversion. Drivers are being advised to avoid [...] The post Road closed after vehicle flips appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-22 11:18:42

Couple on trial for attacking Muslims after prayer meeting
A CHILD has told the Royal Court how an alleged confrontation outside a place of worship left them feeling “scared”. The incident is said to have happened as worshippers emerged from Friday prayers, with members of the congregation describing how they stepped in to protect the youngster. The court heard that what followed left a [...] The post Couple on trial for attacking Muslims after prayer meeting appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-22 11:13:28

Codebreaking centenarian recognised after keeping wartime secrets for decades
THE contribution of a young radio enthusiast to vital codebreaking intelligence work during the Second World War has been recognised decades after he was “demobbed”. Duncan Walker, who was born in Wales and moved to Jersey after the War, recently celebrated his 100th birthday. He was one of the group of codebreakers whose worked remained [...] The post Codebreaking centenarian recognised after keeping wartime secrets for decades appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-22 11:01:00

Decision to euthanise orangutan “responsible” decision, Durrell say
ONE of Jersey Zoo’s beloved orangutans had to be put down yesterday after animal care and veterinary teams monitored a slow decline in health. Anette, who was known as Nettie, was a 43-year-old Sumatran orangutan who was suffering from a number of age-related health problems, including suspected osteoarthritis and dental issues which had affected her [...] The post Decision to euthanise orangutan “responsible” decision, Durrell say appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-22 10:18:00

Chamber survey shows employer concerns about minimum wage
EMPLOYERS have expressed concern about the pace at which the Island’s minimum wage has risen recently. In a response to a survey carried out by the Jersey Chamber of Commerce across a wide range of sectors, many respondents expressed reservations abut the impact of minimum wage increases on business sustainability, recruitment and employment opportunities for [...] The post Chamber survey shows employer concerns about minimum wage appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-22 10:18:00

Man handed life sentence for raping and abusing children in his care
A “DANGEROUS” and “predatory” paedophile who raped and abused a pre-pubescent child over a two-year period has become just the third Islander to receive a life sentence for offences other than murder. During yesterday’s Royal Court sentencing, Aaron Roy Forsythe Gardner (36) was told his crimes had been “heinous in their planning and continued execution” [...] The post Man handed life sentence for raping and abusing children in his care appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-22 09:43:43

Improved inter-island air passenger traffic welcomed by Chamber of Commerce
AN “encouraging” boost in inter-island air passenger traffic has been welcomed by Jersey’s Chamber of Commerce. Chamber’s visitor economy chairman Tim Crowley congratulated Aurigny, after the Sarnian airline celebrated a 9% growth in travellers between Jersey and Guernsey. The number of passengers carried on the route between January and August was marked as 46,362 in [...] The post Improved inter-island air passenger traffic welcomed by Chamber of Commerce appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-22 08:50:00

Dog daycare site to reopen in St Martin
PLANS to turn a St Martin field into a horse livery with a dog daycare’s outdoor venue have been approved – on condition that the equine business stays in place. Proposals to develop the site into a dog daycare have previously been rejected and have provoked a backlash from nearby residents, who raised concerns about [...] The post Dog daycare site to reopen in St Martin appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-21 10:18:00

Bulls Women’s match at Oxted & District suspended after horror injury
THE Jersey Bulls Women’s fixture away at Oxted & District yesterday was called off after just nine minutes after a horrific injury to winger Taylor Smythe. After contesting an innocuous high ball with her opposing right-back, an awkward landing led to Smythe suffering a triple dislocation to her leg. Paramedics were immediately on the scene [...] The post Bulls Women’s match at Oxted & District suspended after horror injury appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-21 10:11:23

Students urged not to enter unsafe buildings
A ISLANDWIDE warning has been issued to students amid a spike in young people entering unsafe abandoned and derelict buildings over the summer as part of a social media craze. On one occasion, one young person required first aid due to a cut from broken glass, while there have also been instances of fires being [...] The post Students urged not to enter unsafe buildings appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-21 07:17:57

Couple hopes to “get justice” after taking complaint to UK Privy Council
A COUPLE who have “exhausted” their options in a long-standing battle with government officials over noise and smells stemming from a nearby catering unit have taken their grievance to the UK Privy Council in a last-ditch attempt to “get justice”. The update from Paul and Sally Wood, who live close to St Peter’s Technical Park, [...] The post Couple hopes to “get justice” after taking complaint to UK Privy Council appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-21 07:15:00

CAMHS expands local training pathway with second doctorate placement
A PATHWAY designed to increase the number of locally trained clinical psychologists within children’s mental health services has confirmed its second doctorate placement. Natasha Belim, who works with Children and Adolescent Mental Health Services, will begin her studies at the University of Southampton in September 2026. Unlike traditional routes into the profession, her clinical placements [...] The post CAMHS expands local training pathway with second doctorate placement appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-21 06:50:00

Treasury Minister: Andium business model “robust”
ANDIUM Homes has “sufficient” funding to support the delivery of its contracted capital programme and “next immediate priorities”, according to the Treasury Minister – who has said the affordable housing provider “operates a robust business model”. Senator Alan Maclean made the comments in a written response to questions from St Clement Deputy Karen Wilson regarding [...] The post Treasury Minister: Andium business model “robust” appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-21 06:01:00

WIN 2x Tickets to The Mystery of Jersey Opera House
Calling all trainee detectives! We’ve partnered with Jersey Opera House to offer you the chance to solve a thrilling murder mystery! Win 2x tickets to The Mystery of Jersey Opera House, an award-winning board-game style theatre show where your skills are needed to solve an exciting murder mystery. “Better than a good game of Cluedo.” From the [...] The post WIN 2x Tickets to The Mystery of Jersey Opera House appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-21 05:00:00

Search for assault suspect
THE police are looking for a man who they say committed an assault in the early hours of Saturday morning. According to the States police, a 28-year-old man was injured in “an altercation” on Ann Street, outside St Saviour’s Court, between midnight and 00.35 am. The man suffered a laceration to his head and was [...] The post Search for assault suspect appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-20 14:36:31

Security fence installed at secondary school after knife incident
THE government broke its own planning rules to install a “critical” safety fence at a school without securing permission after a former student wielding a knife entered the building, threatened a pupil and had to be restrained by staff. Haute Vallée school have installed a 2.4m high fence around the perimeter of the school after an [...] The post Security fence installed at secondary school after knife incident appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-20 13:21:00

Access to housing and boosting the economy to form part of government’s four-year plan
THE first hints at the core priorities which will underpin the new political term have been revealed by the Chief Minister, ahead of the four-year government strategy being released later this month. During a Corporate Services Scrutiny Panel hearing yesterday afternoon, Senator Lyndon Farnham cited boosting household incomes for Islanders, bolstered competitiveness within the economy and [...] The post Access to housing and boosting the economy to form part of government’s four-year plan appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-20 11:37:00

Trump’s Chinooks land in Jersey
FOUR US army chinooks made a stop in Jersey this week. Ports of Jersey said that the dual rotor military helicopters were officially in Jersey on a “diplomatic” visit, but it is understood that they were part of Donald Trump’s visit to Ireland earlier in the week. Before arriving in Jersey, the chinooks made a [...] The post Trump’s Chinooks land in Jersey appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-20 09:15:00

Gorey Pier landing stage removal “largely complete”
“ESSENTIAL” works being carried out at Gorey Pier have taken longer than planned – but the removal of the deteriorating landing stage is now “largely complete”. Ports of Jersey had previously hoped that the project, which forms part of wider plans to ensure the pier’s long-term stability, would finish “just ahead of the summer holidays”. [...] The post Gorey Pier landing stage removal “largely complete” appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-20 08:16:00

Bulls hold free-scoring Winchester to goalless draw on the road
CAPTAIN James Querée complimented his side’s professionalism after keeping a clean sheet and securing a point away at free-scoring Winchester City on Saturday. Heading into the fixture, the home side had scored 15 goals in their opening five games, and they will have backed their chances for more when the Bulls were reduced to ten [...] The post Bulls hold free-scoring Winchester to goalless draw on the road appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-19 17:59:53

“It’s been lovely’: Bergerac returns to Jersey for series three
THE cast and crew of the Damian Molony-led Bergerac reboot descended upon Jersey this week to film the show’s third series, which will feature a mysterious “Devil’s Hole” cold case murder. Broadcaster UKTV previously confirmed that the Irish actor will be continuing his portrayal of Jim Bergerac for series three, while Zoë Wanamaker and Robert [...] The post “It’s been lovely’: Bergerac returns to Jersey for series three appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-19 10:28:00

“We have to grow our own” – Harris hails progress but promises more from Jersey Cricket
JERSEY Cricket chairman John Harris believes the island is making “good progress” but insists there can be no let-up as the organisation looks to build on a successful year. Speaking after the association’s AGM on Tuesday evening, Mr Harris highlighted the men’s international performances, the growth of junior cricket and the emergence of the women’s [...] The post “We have to grow our own” – Harris hails progress but promises more from Jersey Cricket appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-19 09:00:00

Call for ‘honest conversations’ on accessibility
EMPLOYERS and government bodies have been urged to start an “honest conversation” about inclusivity – which could help Islanders with disabilities, ADHD and more. Skills Jersey’s head of skills Stuart Penn – who was born with one fully-formed limb and has worked as a military training consultant and motivational training facilitator – spoke at an [...] The post Call for ‘honest conversations’ on accessibility appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-19 08:55:00

Steve Bouchard – Inspirational Leader of the Year
Nominated by: Dani Perrier THE chief float designer for, and former long-serving chairman of, The Optimists Club has been nominated for Inspirational Leader of the Year for “making an outstanding contribution to Jersey life, creating a legacy that will be felt for generations to come”. Steve Bouchard has dedicated 43 years of leadership service, with [...] The post Steve Bouchard – Inspirational Leader of the Year appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-18 15:52:36

Darren Bowring – Inspirational Leader of the Year
Nominated by: Rebecca Quinn THE director of the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service has been nominated for Inspirational Leader of the Year for the “differences his leadership, commitments and visions” make to improving the lives of children and young people. Nominator Rebecca Quinn, who is a learning disability liaison nurse within CAMHS, said that [...] The post Darren Bowring – Inspirational Leader of the Year appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-18 15:48:32

Richard Canard – Inspirational Leader of the Year
Nominated by: Ben Ricou and Jodie Kettle THE head of wealth distribution across Jersey, Guernsey and the Isle of Man at HSBC has been nominated by two colleagues for Inspirational Leader of the Year. Richard Cannard has been praised for “transforming high-performing teams into exceptional ones, creating a culture where ambition, trust, and collaboration thrive”. [...] The post Richard Canard – Inspirational Leader of the Year appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-18 15:43:33

Janie Du Feu – Inspirational Leader of the Year
Nominated by: Mia Du Feu A HOSPITAL ward manager has been nominated for Inspirational Leader of the Year for her “exceptional dedication and leadership”. Described by her nominator, Mia Du Feu, as a “selfless” person, Rozel Ward manager Janie Du Feu regularly stays late to ensure her patients and staff are supported. Even when on [...] The post Janie Du Feu – Inspirational Leader of the Year appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-18 15:38:58

Sophie Reid – Inspirational Leader of the Year
Nominated by: Alana Williams AN ISLANDER with terminal brain cancer has been nominated for the Inspirational Leader of the Year award after transforming her own health journey into a source of hope and support for others. Nominator Alana Williams said Sophie Reid had shown exceptional courage and leadership following her diagnosis by speaking openly through podcasts, [...] The post Sophie Reid – Inspirational Leader of the Year appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-18 15:06:47

Melissa Alves: ‘I don’t want sympathy – I want change’
This week marks National Inclusion Week, an annual event that promotes inclusion in the workplace and beyond. Antonia Rubio spoke to Melissa Alves, who has spent years fighting barriers that she says should no longer exist – from inaccessible shops and housing to workplace discrimination and cancelled flights. THERE is a question that runs through [...] The post Melissa Alves: ‘I don’t want sympathy – I want change’ appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-18 15:00:00

Mark Baker – Inspirational Leader of the Year
Nominated by: David Tomes AN executive coach, business speaker and author who “supports people with life threatening illness and helps parents, teachers and authority figures build self belief” has been nominated for Inspirational Leader of the Year. Mark Baker has been nominated by David Tomes, who praised Mr Baker for “supporting over 1,000 people facing [...] The post Mark Baker – Inspirational Leader of the Year appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-18 14:51:12

Tracey Rowland – Grandparent of the Year
Nominated by: Claire Rowland A “DEVOTED” grandmother, who always takes time to help take care of her grandchildren, has been nominated for the Grandparent of the Year award. Claire Rowland nominated her mother, Tracey, and said that it was the little things that made her so deserving of the award. “I never even have to [...] The post Tracey Rowland – Grandparent of the Year appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-18 14:45:09

Jean Roche – Grandparent of the Year
Nominated by: Eiryane Dean A GRANDMOTHER who encouraged her grandchildren to pursue their passions while also instilling a sense of community in them has been nominated for Grandparent of the Year. Jean Roche “has been and continues to be an inspiration to the seven of us cousins every day”, according to her nominator and granddaughter, Eiryane [...] The post Jean Roche – Grandparent of the Year appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-18 14:41:53

Sharon Donnelly – Grandparent of the Year
Nominated by: Sinead Donnelly SHARON Donnelly has been nominated for Grandparent of the Year for her perseverance in always putting her grandchildren first, even when she is in pain. Sinead Donnelly, her daughter and nominator, said “she does it all”. Four years ago, Miss Donnelly became very unwell and has faced difficulties since. But, her [...] The post Sharon Donnelly – Grandparent of the Year appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-18 14:37:59

Islanders offered chance to shape standards for assisted dying
PROPOSED details of how Jersey’s Assisted Dying Service will operate have been opened to public consultation. Over the next three months, Islanders will have the opportunity to give their views on the new service, which is scheduled to commence in late 2027. The introduction of a right for people to choose to end their lives, [...] The post Islanders offered chance to shape standards for assisted dying appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-18 05:30:00

Dru Burdon – Environmentalist of the Year
Nominated by: Anonymous A WOMAN who has spent her life looking after hedgehogs has been nominated for Environmentalist of the Year. Dru Burdon is described as someone who is a “real angel” even if she “has no wings” through her all her hard work at the Jersey Hedgehog Preservation group where she has saved many [...] The post Dru Burdon – Environmentalist of the Year appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-17 15:59:13

Jersey Employment Trust – Diversity and Inclusion Champion of the Year
Nominated by: Kenan Osborne A CHARITY which helps Islanders with disabilities, long-term health conditions and neurodiverse conditions find opportunities in work and life has been nominated for the Diversity and Inclusion Champion of the Year award. Nominator Kenan Osborne said Jersey Employment Trust was a “remarkable champion of diversity and inclusion”, supporting hundreds of Islanders [...] The post Jersey Employment Trust – Diversity and Inclusion Champion of the Year appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-17 15:47:51

Michelle Ollivro – Diversity and Inclusion Champion of the Year
Nominated by: Marina Mauger A LEARNING support assistant for neurodivergent individuals and co-ordinator of the Ollivro Family and Friends Battle of Flowers Float has been nominated for Diversity and Inclusion Champion of the Year. Her nominator, Marina Mauger, said that Ms Ollivro was her teaching assistant for many years, and was always “reliable and dependent”, [...] The post Michelle Ollivro – Diversity and Inclusion Champion of the Year appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-17 15:38:05

Louise Hotton – Diversity and Inclusion Champion of the Year
Nominated by: Louise Hotton A SUPPORTIVE co-ordinator who helps create a welcoming and inclusive environment for volunteers has been nominated for the Diversity and Inclusion Champion of the Year award. Nominator Charlotte Makin said Louise Hotton, her co-ordinator at Acorn, had always been supportive of her neurodivergence and accepted her for who she was. Ms [...] The post Louise Hotton – Diversity and Inclusion Champion of the Year appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-17 15:23:19

SD Catering Team – Customer Service Employee of the Year
Nominated by: Sigita Laiviniece SD Catering has been nominated for Customer Service of the Year for being “a local business that quietly makes a huge difference to our Island”. Nominator Sigita Laiviniece praised the team for doing far more than providing “exceptional” food. “They support local businesses and charities, participate in fundraising and have provided [...] The post SD Catering Team – Customer Service Employee of the Year appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-17 14:57:27

Rami Hammoude – Customer Service Employee of the Year
Nominated by: Tracy Collins A DEPUTY manager of a hotel has been nominated for the Customer Service Employee of the Year award, having “consistently demonstrated exceptional customer service”. Rami Hammoude joined La Haule Manor in April 2024 and according to his nominator, hotel general manager Tracy Collins, he has made a lasting impact on the business. [...] The post Rami Hammoude – Customer Service Employee of the Year appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-17 14:47:26

Dave Cottrell – Customer Service Employee of the Year
Nominate by: Charlie Miles THE event manager at the Royal Jersey Show-ground has been nominated in the customer service category for the “exceptional support” he shows his customers and for always going “the extra mile” to ensure their success. Dave Cottrell has worked at the showground for more than 20 years. In that time, his [...] The post Dave Cottrell – Customer Service Employee of the Year appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-17 14:37:41

Julian Roffe – Customer Service Employee of the Year
Nominated by: Chantelle Mundy Dunne A DIRECTOR at a local property and surveying firm has been nominated in the Customer Service of the Year category for his “professionalism, responsiveness and genuine commitment to outstanding service”. Julian Roffe, who is described as having an “exceptional reputation” works at Sarre & Co, where he has brought value [...] The post Julian Roffe – Customer Service Employee of the Year appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-17 14:32:25

Bonne Nuit Cafe Staff – Customer Service Employee of the Year
Nominated by: Sandra Noel CAFE staff members who consistently go above and beyond to make customers feel welcome have been nominated for the Customer Service Employee of the Year award. Nominator Sandra Noel said that no matter the day, the time or who served her, she was always greeted with “a smile and fabulous service”. [...] The post Bonne Nuit Cafe Staff – Customer Service Employee of the Year appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-17 14:22:46

Conor McMurray – Customer Service Employee of the Year
Nominated by: Karen Hammond THE co-owner of Dunn-Ross Fisheries has been nominated for the Customer Service Employee of the Year award. Conor McMurray, who took over the long-established business this year alongside his wife, Kirsten, has been nominated for the award by a customer. Mr McMurray’s nominator, Karen Hammond, said hat she had received “continuous good service” [...] The post Conor McMurray – Customer Service Employee of the Year appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-16 15:54:56

Ken Browne – Customer Service of the Year
Nominated by: Paul Battrick A FUNERAL director at De Gruchy’s Funeral Care described by one of his nominators as “one of Jersey’s unsung heroes” has been nominated in the Customer Service of the Year category. Ken Browne has been nominated by Paul Battrick, a former funeral director, who said he had “always admired Ken’s exceptional [...] The post Ken Browne – Customer Service of the Year appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-16 15:48:41

Collette Willmett – Community Champion of the Year
Nominated by: Bernadette Cooper A ST Clement resident has been nominated for Community Champion of the Year for her “long commitment” to the parish, particularly through her work with numerous voluntary groups. Collette Willmett has been praised by Bernadette Cooper for all her “hard work” as a committee member and volunteer of the parish’s Community [...] The post Collette Willmett – Community Champion of the Year appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-16 15:37:16

Darcy Twohig-Jones – Community Champion of the Year
Nominated by: Romayni Featherstone THE founder of Her Code, an all-women social group that has made a “huge difference to women across Jersey”, has been nominated for Community Champion of the Year. Darcy Twohig-Jones has been praised by Romayni Featherstone for giving women of all ages a safe and welcoming space to meet new people, [...] The post Darcy Twohig-Jones – Community Champion of the Year appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-16 15:31:31

Aaron Flaherty – Community Champion of the Year
Nominated by: Jo Harris THE company director at AF Plumbing & Heating has been nominated for Community Champion of the Year in recognition of his “incredible kindness, generosity and compassion” towards a family during a time of great difficulty. Aaron Flaherty has been nominated by Jo Harris for installing a new walk-in shower, making it [...] The post Aaron Flaherty – Community Champion of the Year appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-16 15:13:53

Funding cuts mean Jersey withdraw from Under-21 Muratti
JERSEY will not contest this season’s Under-21 Muratti as the Football Association looks to protect its two younger representative fixtures amid funding cuts. Jersey Football Association (JFA) has confirmed John Lloyd and Steve Coutanche will remain in charge of the Island’s Under-16 and Under-18 sides respectively this season. However, the Under-21 side has been withdrawn [...] The post Funding cuts mean Jersey withdraw from Under-21 Muratti appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-16 15:11:51

WetWheels Jersey – Community Champion of the Year
Nominated by: Magdalena Ford WETWHEELS Jersey has been nominated by Magdalena Ford for the Community Champion of the Year award for helping “create moments that families treasure for ever”. Since 2013, Wetwheels Jersey has been helping disabled and disadvantaged Islanders of all ages to experience power boating and being out on the water. Ms Ford [...] The post WetWheels Jersey – Community Champion of the Year appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-16 15:06:00

St Clement’s School – Community Champion of the Year
Nominated by: Jalie Collingwood A PRIMARY school has been nominated for the Community Champion of the Year award for “shaping the lives of countless children and strengthening our community every day”. Nominator Jalie Collingwood praised St Clement’s School for ensuring that every child felt valued, respected and empowered to achieve their full potential. She said [...] The post St Clement’s School – Community Champion of the Year appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-16 14:57:50

Children’s Day Team – Community Champion of the Year
Nominated by: Cheyenne O’Connor THE organisers behind the Jersey Children’s Day have been nominated for the Community Champion of the Year award for “capturing the very best of Jersey in one event, while creating joy, opportunity and lasting memories for thousands of Islanders every single year”. Nominator Cheyenne O’Connor praised the Children’s Day Team for the [...] The post Children’s Day Team – Community Champion of the Year appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-16 14:38:01

Tribe smashes century against Surrey
ASA TRIBE has reached a superb century for Glamorgan in their Rothesay County Championship fixture against Surrey. Glamorgan endured a difficult start to the fixture after being bundled out for just 132 on the opening day, but they finished day one in the green after a remarkable bowling performance saw them turn the star-studded Surrey [...] The post Tribe smashes century against Surrey appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-16 14:28:32

Lower birth rate poses challenge for childcare providers, survey indicates
EARLY years providers are struggling to fill available spaces because of a “lower demand” for childcare services resulting from a falling birth rate, a survey has indicated. The 2025 Childcare Provider Survey has found that 60% of childminders and “almost half” of the registered childcare providers in Jersey reported issues filling their spaces last year. [...] The post Lower birth rate poses challenge for childcare providers, survey indicates appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-15 19:53:00

Sure beset with service issues amid ambitious investment programme
SURE has apologised to its customers following complaints which have led to “active oversight” by the Jersey Competition and Regulatory Authority. For months, Sure’s customers have taken to social media to voice frustrations with the company’s service quality. Users claim that data services have been poor and those migrating from the Airtel network to Sure’s – following Sure’s acquisition of its competitor – have experienced worse connectivity as a result. Alistair Beak, Sure Group chief executive officer, said: “We fully recognise the concerns [...] The post Sure beset with service issues amid ambitious investment programme appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-15 13:30:00

Scott Livingstone – Ambassador of the Year
Nominated by: Barbara Livingstone THE man behind The Theatre Workshop has been nominated for the Ambassador of the Year award for the “extraordinary contribution” he has made to young people’s lives in Jersey. Scott Livingstone, who launched The Theatre Workshop in 2018 with his wife, Lucy, was nominated by his mother, Barbara Livingstone, for his [...] The post Scott Livingstone – Ambassador of the Year appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-15 12:46:10

Wendy Buckley – Inspirational Leader of the Year
Nominated by: Claudine Snape A retired HR and operations manager for a local charity has been nominated for the Inspirational Leader of the Year award for leading through “intergrity and compassion”. Wendy Buckley, who served Dementia Jersey in various roles showed an “unwavering commitment” to the job, according to her nominator, the charity’s chief executive [...] The post Wendy Buckley – Inspirational Leader of the Year appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-15 11:43:52

One for the archives! Islander receives prestigious award in record-keeping
AN Islander has received a prestigious award in record-keeping after devoting her career to the promotion and advancement of archive management. Catherine Kirby, archivist to the superintendent registrar, was awarded a Distinguished Service Award at the annual Archives and Records Association Excellence Awards 2026. Ms Kirby was presented the award at a ceremony in Glasgow [...] The post One for the archives! Islander receives prestigious award in record-keeping appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-15 11:16:00

Transparency concerns to the fore in report by election observers
GREATER transparency for political finances, strengthening the role of the Jersey Electoral Authority and making changes to the system shortly before polling day are among the areas covered in a report by a team of election observers. The team representing the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association has published a series of findings and recommendations after being invited [...] The post Transparency concerns to the fore in report by election observers appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-15 10:01:00

Departmental funding bids create pre-Budget challenge for ministers
SENIOR politicians have been made departmental growth bids totalling £40 million, the Treasury Minister has said ahead of the 2027 Budget being released this month – despite concerns over public spending and spiralling government costs. Senator Alan Maclean, who returned to the Assembly this summer after an eight-year absence from politics, said that many of [...] The post Departmental funding bids create pre-Budget challenge for ministers appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-15 09:23:00

Jersey Opera House to launch major recruitment campaign
JERSEY Opera House is due to launch a major recruitment campaign tomorrow as part of efforts to “realise its full potential”. The announcement follows the news earlier this year that police chief Robin Smith has been appointed to chair the theatre’s board, after a period of uncertainty which saw several senior departures in 2025. This [...] The post Jersey Opera House to launch major recruitment campaign appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-15 09:18:00

Family of mother who died in “severe pain” to meet Health officials to discuss new law
THE family members of a “vulnerable” mother who died in “severe and unmanaged pain” in Hospital following a gallbladder operation are to due to meet with the Health Minister this week to discuss a new law that gives next-of-kin the right to urgently review treatment for their loved ones. Susan Jane Brizell (72) – known [...] The post Family of mother who died in “severe pain” to meet Health officials to discuss new law appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-15 08:31:00

‘There was regular supervision after the explosion – before there wasn’t’, Haut du Mont jury hears
ISLAND Energy staff who stopped a job over safety concerns risked being labelled a “trouble causer”, a former employee has told the Royal Court trial into the Haut du Month explosion. Luke Le Brocq appeared at the Royal Court’s temporary Jubilee Wharf courtroom yesterday to give evidence as the trial of Island Energy and three [...] The post ‘There was regular supervision after the explosion – before there wasn’t’, Haut du Mont jury hears appeared first on Jersey Evening Post .
2026-09-15 07:05:37