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