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Jersey Boys Bound for the O2
A five member Jersey band are heading to the final of a national competition at London's O2 Arena.
Hold Your Fire who describe their sound as melodic punk are set to face 16 other groups in the climax of the Surface Unsigned competition.
They're being supported by a grant from the Jersey Arts Trust and head to London on the 25th September.
Last updated at 11:50am, 6th September 2010
A five member Jersey band are heading to the final of a national competition at London's O2 Arena.
Hold Your Fire who describe their sound as melodic punk are set to face 16 other groups in the climax of the Surface Unsigned competition.
They're being supported by a grant from the Jersey Arts Trust and head to London on the 25th September.
Last updated at 11:50am, 6th September 2010
Paulo Dances His Way to the West End
A St. Helier man lives out his dream tonight as he appears in a West End Musical.
Dancer Paulo Teixera is set to appear in the hit show We Will Rock You at the Dominion Theatre.
He'll be performing in front of an audience including family and friends from Jersey.
Last updated at 11:50am, 6th September 2010
A St. Helier man lives out his dream tonight as he appears in a West End Musical.
Dancer Paulo Teixera is set to appear in the hit show We Will Rock You at the Dominion Theatre.
He'll be performing in front of an audience including family and friends from Jersey.
Last updated at 11:50am, 6th September 2010
Jersey Live: Crowds Wowed, But Queues Test Festival-Goers Patience
Performers Paul Weller and Groove Armada delighted a sell-out crowd of 10,000 at this year's Jersey Live.
But there have been numerous complaints on the festival's Facebook page about long queues on the first day.
Some festival-goers reported waits of more than two hours in 25 degree heat while bags were searched.
186 people needed first aid over the two days, and 11 were taken to hospital.
St John Ambulance says around 20 of those they looked after were youngsters who had drunk too much on the way to the event.
Some were vomiting and collapsing in the queues outside.
Eight people were arrested for theft and public order offences, and 40 people were thrown out - four of them for having drugs.
Police say the festival 'passed peacefully and without serious incident'. Both the force and St John Ambulance have praised the event control staff.
Festival organiser Warren Le Sueur says the long queues were caused by a large number of people turning up at the same time.
He says they made changes so that things ran more smoothly on Sunday and they will review their procedures for next year.
Last updated at 11:31am, 6th September 2010
Performers Paul Weller and Groove Armada delighted a sell-out crowd of 10,000 at this year's Jersey Live.
But there have been numerous complaints on the festival's Facebook page about long queues on the first day.
Some festival-goers reported waits of more than two hours in 25 degree heat while bags were searched.
186 people needed first aid over the two days, and 11 were taken to hospital.
St John Ambulance says around 20 of those they looked after were youngsters who had drunk too much on the way to the event.
Some were vomiting and collapsing in the queues outside.
Eight people were arrested for theft and public order offences, and 40 people were thrown out - four of them for having drugs.
Police say the festival 'passed peacefully and without serious incident'. Both the force and St John Ambulance have praised the event control staff.
Festival organiser Warren Le Sueur says the long queues were caused by a large number of people turning up at the same time.
He says they made changes so that things ran more smoothly on Sunday and they will review their procedures for next year.
Last updated at 11:31am, 6th September 2010
Fight At Snow Hill
A man has been assaulted and kicked to the ground in a fight at Snow Hill at 3am today.
It involved two groups of men and happened near the public toilets.
Police say the main protagonist was wearing a light blue t shirt.
Anyone with information should call 612612 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111
Last updated at 11:25am, 6th September 2010
A man has been assaulted and kicked to the ground in a fight at Snow Hill at 3am today.
It involved two groups of men and happened near the public toilets.
Police say the main protagonist was wearing a light blue t shirt.
Anyone with information should call 612612 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111
Last updated at 11:25am, 6th September 2010
Festival-Goers Flock To Jersey Live
Some 10,000 will be heading to Trinity this weekend for Jersey Live.
Organisers say the seventh annual festival will be the biggest yet.
Groove Armada is headlining on the main stage on Saturday night, with Paul Weller taking the top spot on Sunday.
There will also be performances from Professor Green, Biffy Clyro, Kate Nash and Tinie Tempah.
Around 60 Honorary Police officers will be on duty over the two days to direct traffic and help music fans get safely to and from the Showground.
Last updated at 8:25am, 4th September 2010
Some 10,000 will be heading to Trinity this weekend for Jersey Live.
Organisers say the seventh annual festival will be the biggest yet.
Groove Armada is headlining on the main stage on Saturday night, with Paul Weller taking the top spot on Sunday.
There will also be performances from Professor Green, Biffy Clyro, Kate Nash and Tinie Tempah.
Around 60 Honorary Police officers will be on duty over the two days to direct traffic and help music fans get safely to and from the Showground.
Last updated at 8:25am, 4th September 2010
Jerseyman Aims To Be Flowrider Champ
A local surfer is competing in the European Flow Rider competition in the UK this weekend.
21 year old Jamie de la Haye is in Cornwall showing off his moves on the machine that simulates surfing conditions.
He has put in the practice at the Merton Aquadome in St Saviour where he is an instructor.
If he is successful he will go on to the world championships in Singapore later this year.
Last updated at 8:22am, 4th September 2010
A local surfer is competing in the European Flow Rider competition in the UK this weekend.
21 year old Jamie de la Haye is in Cornwall showing off his moves on the machine that simulates surfing conditions.
He has put in the practice at the Merton Aquadome in St Saviour where he is an instructor.
If he is successful he will go on to the world championships in Singapore later this year.
Last updated at 8:22am, 4th September 2010
Guernsey Teen In Court On Rape Charges
An 18 year man has appeared in court in Guernsey accused of two rapes and an attempted rape.
The charges are in connection with three sex attacks in St Peter Port in July and August.
Filipe Burton has been remanded into custody and will appear before the island's magistrate again on 1st October.
Last updated at 1:20pm, 3rd September 2010
An 18 year man has appeared in court in Guernsey accused of two rapes and an attempted rape.
The charges are in connection with three sex attacks in St Peter Port in July and August.
Filipe Burton has been remanded into custody and will appear before the island's magistrate again on 1st October.
Last updated at 1:20pm, 3rd September 2010
Shopping Complex 'Will Open Next Month'
We are promised Jersey's new Liberty Wharf shopping centre will open next month.
After numerous delays, the former abbatoir on the Island Site is almost finished and shops are moving into the empty units.
The first local business has already opened its doors.
Annette Mueller-Allenspach has turned her interior design hobby into a job with furnishing store 'Exquisite- the Final Touch'.
The complex has been beset by delays, but she says it will be 'worth the wait'.
Gerry Comaskey from Harcourt Developments says converting the historic building has been 'challenging'.
He has not confirmed an official opening date yet, but says it will be at the end of October.
More announcements will be made over the next few weeks about other retailers who will be opening there.
Last updated at 1:20pm, 3rd September 2010
We are promised Jersey's new Liberty Wharf shopping centre will open next month.
After numerous delays, the former abbatoir on the Island Site is almost finished and shops are moving into the empty units.
The first local business has already opened its doors.
Annette Mueller-Allenspach has turned her interior design hobby into a job with furnishing store 'Exquisite- the Final Touch'.
The complex has been beset by delays, but she says it will be 'worth the wait'.
Gerry Comaskey from Harcourt Developments says converting the historic building has been 'challenging'.
He has not confirmed an official opening date yet, but says it will be at the end of October.
More announcements will be made over the next few weeks about other retailers who will be opening there.
Last updated at 1:20pm, 3rd September 2010
Air Show Line-Up: Jet Man, Vulcan and 3 Aerobatics Teams
Jet Man is dropping in on Jersey next week.
Swiss inventor Yves Rossy is the first person to fly wearing a jet-powered fixed wing strapped to his back.
He has been confirmed as being in the line up for next week's Jersey International Air Display.
Organiser Mike Higgins told Channel 103 he will leap out of an aeroplane at 10,000 ft, fly around St Aubin's Bay before cutting the engines and parachuting onto the beach.
Other highlights for next Thursday include the return of the Vulcan, Lancaster, Spitfire and Hurricane.
There will be three aerobatic teams: The Red Arrows, The Patrouille de France and Belgium's Hardship Red.
Last updated at 1:16pm, 3rd September 2010
Jet Man is dropping in on Jersey next week.
Swiss inventor Yves Rossy is the first person to fly wearing a jet-powered fixed wing strapped to his back.
He has been confirmed as being in the line up for next week's Jersey International Air Display.
Organiser Mike Higgins told Channel 103 he will leap out of an aeroplane at 10,000 ft, fly around St Aubin's Bay before cutting the engines and parachuting onto the beach.
Other highlights for next Thursday include the return of the Vulcan, Lancaster, Spitfire and Hurricane.
There will be three aerobatic teams: The Red Arrows, The Patrouille de France and Belgium's Hardship Red.
Last updated at 1:16pm, 3rd September 2010
Funeral Records Given To Jersey Archive
Fascinating details of nearly 200 years of deaths in the island have been given to Jersey Archive.
Local funeral directors Pitcher and Le Quesne has handed over its records, including itemised accounts.
Undertakers of the time made detailed notes that give an insight into the lives of those they buried - rich and poor.
One, for a Samuel Binney who died in 1857, reads: 'About the largest man in Jersey. Coffin, extra size, depth and strength'.
Other details revealed include a 51 car convoy that escorted the body of former Bailiff Sir Robert Pipon Marrett to St Brelade's Church in 1884, and a cholera epidemic that claimed the lives of scores of islanders in 1849.
Listen: Senior Archivist Stuart Nicolle says they are a vital read for anyone researching their family's past.
Last updated at 8:36am, 3rd September 2010
Fascinating details of nearly 200 years of deaths in the island have been given to Jersey Archive.
Local funeral directors Pitcher and Le Quesne has handed over its records, including itemised accounts.
Undertakers of the time made detailed notes that give an insight into the lives of those they buried - rich and poor.
One, for a Samuel Binney who died in 1857, reads: 'About the largest man in Jersey. Coffin, extra size, depth and strength'.
Other details revealed include a 51 car convoy that escorted the body of former Bailiff Sir Robert Pipon Marrett to St Brelade's Church in 1884, and a cholera epidemic that claimed the lives of scores of islanders in 1849.
Listen: Senior Archivist Stuart Nicolle says they are a vital read for anyone researching their family's past.
Last updated at 8:36am, 3rd September 2010
More Recycling Spots In St Brelade
There are now more places for people in St Brelade to recycle their rubbish.
Containers for paper, plastic bottles, cans and glass have been put in the car park behind the parish hall.
A bottle bank has also been added to the recycling centre at Les Creux Country Park, where glass was just being dumped.
Last updated at 8:33am, 3rd September 2010
There are now more places for people in St Brelade to recycle their rubbish.
Containers for paper, plastic bottles, cans and glass have been put in the car park behind the parish hall.
A bottle bank has also been added to the recycling centre at Les Creux Country Park, where glass was just being dumped.
Last updated at 8:33am, 3rd September 2010
Inquest Opens Into Driver's Death
An inquest has heard that the woman killed in a car crash in St John last month died of head and chest injuries.
A police detective made a short statement about the fatal accident during the ten minute hearing, and expressed condolences to the family.
Maria Sousa Pestana (34), from St Helier, was killed when the car she was driving hit a granite wall on 22nd August.
She was pronounced dead a short time later at the General Hospital. Three of her four passengers are still in hospital in the UK.
The inquest was adjourned for further reports. Mrs Pestana's body is being repatriated to Madeira for her funeral.
A memorial service will be held in Jersey at a later date.
Last updated at 5:50pm, 2nd September 2010
An inquest has heard that the woman killed in a car crash in St John last month died of head and chest injuries.
A police detective made a short statement about the fatal accident during the ten minute hearing, and expressed condolences to the family.
Maria Sousa Pestana (34), from St Helier, was killed when the car she was driving hit a granite wall on 22nd August.
She was pronounced dead a short time later at the General Hospital. Three of her four passengers are still in hospital in the UK.
The inquest was adjourned for further reports. Mrs Pestana's body is being repatriated to Madeira for her funeral.
A memorial service will be held in Jersey at a later date.
Last updated at 5:50pm, 2nd September 2010
Islanders Paying More For Meat And Veg
We are paying 25% more for meat than shoppers in the UK, and a third more for fresh fruit and veg.
Detailed price comparisions have been published by Jersey States statistics unit.
Prices of many of the things we put in our shopping basket are recorded to work out the cost of living.
They can be compared to the UK.
On average we pay 10p more for a pint of beer, 20 pence less for a packet of cigarettes and 13p a litre less to fill up at the pump.
But pre-tax prices of alcohol, tobacco and fuel are all higher here than on the mainland, though slightly lower than in Guernsey.
Last updated at 11:59am, 2nd September 2010
We are paying 25% more for meat than shoppers in the UK, and a third more for fresh fruit and veg.
Detailed price comparisions have been published by Jersey States statistics unit.
Prices of many of the things we put in our shopping basket are recorded to work out the cost of living.
They can be compared to the UK.
On average we pay 10p more for a pint of beer, 20 pence less for a packet of cigarettes and 13p a litre less to fill up at the pump.
But pre-tax prices of alcohol, tobacco and fuel are all higher here than on the mainland, though slightly lower than in Guernsey.
Last updated at 11:59am, 2nd September 2010
Changes To Parking At The Airport
Jersey Airport is trialling a couple of changes to try and make leaving and arriving a little easier.
For a three month period it is providing a free for ten minutes drop off and pick up zone on the access road leading to the departure terminal in a bid to stop people using the bus stop.
And as of next month it is relocating taxis that have been pre booked to the short stay car park, to make it safer for people who are arriving to cross the road.
Last updated at 10:52am, 2nd September 2010
Jersey Airport is trialling a couple of changes to try and make leaving and arriving a little easier.
For a three month period it is providing a free for ten minutes drop off and pick up zone on the access road leading to the departure terminal in a bid to stop people using the bus stop.
And as of next month it is relocating taxis that have been pre booked to the short stay car park, to make it safer for people who are arriving to cross the road.
Last updated at 10:52am, 2nd September 2010
Jersey Chamber Of Commerce Says No To More Tax
No changes to our taxes without faster, bigger spending cuts.
That is what the Jersey Chamber of Commerce has told the Treasury in its response to a consultation on taxation.
The letter says it is 'wholly inappropropriate to advance the tax agenda' until the States has done much more to make savings.
And Robert Kirkby, who represents Financial Services, says there has been a lot of detail missing from the process so far and that there needs to be a closer look at the pros and cons of each tax option.
Last updated at 10:32am, 2nd September 2010
No changes to our taxes without faster, bigger spending cuts.
That is what the Jersey Chamber of Commerce has told the Treasury in its response to a consultation on taxation.
The letter says it is 'wholly inappropropriate to advance the tax agenda' until the States has done much more to make savings.
And Robert Kirkby, who represents Financial Services, says there has been a lot of detail missing from the process so far and that there needs to be a closer look at the pros and cons of each tax option.
Last updated at 10:32am, 2nd September 2010
Two Men Still In Custody In Connection With Sex Attacks
Two of the men arrested in connection with the recent sex attacks in Guernsey have been kept in police custody overnight.
The three other men have been released on bail and have not been charged with any offences.
Last updated at 10:19am, 2nd September 2010
Two of the men arrested in connection with the recent sex attacks in Guernsey have been kept in police custody overnight.
The three other men have been released on bail and have not been charged with any offences.
Last updated at 10:19am, 2nd September 2010
Islanders Have Holiday Money Alternatives
Islanders going abroad now have a choice of prepaid currency cards.
Jersey Post has introduced the alternatives to cash in sterling, euros and US dollars.
They can be used around the world like a Mastercard credit card.
The cards were first launched here by Co-op Travelmaker in June.
Last updated at 10:17am, 2nd September 2010
Islanders going abroad now have a choice of prepaid currency cards.
Jersey Post has introduced the alternatives to cash in sterling, euros and US dollars.
They can be used around the world like a Mastercard credit card.
The cards were first launched here by Co-op Travelmaker in June.
Last updated at 10:17am, 2nd September 2010
Teenagers Can Study For A Vocational Qualification
14 year olds going back to school today will have the chance to start studying for a vocational qualification.
They are courses that specialise in more practical subjects - such as construction and hairdressing - while still teaching teens important topics like maths and english.
It is for students who want to focus on less academic options.
John McGuiness, headteacher at Grainville, says it is also about supplying people with the right skills that are needed in the market place.
Last updated at 10:16am, 2nd September 2010
14 year olds going back to school today will have the chance to start studying for a vocational qualification.
They are courses that specialise in more practical subjects - such as construction and hairdressing - while still teaching teens important topics like maths and english.
It is for students who want to focus on less academic options.
John McGuiness, headteacher at Grainville, says it is also about supplying people with the right skills that are needed in the market place.
Last updated at 10:16am, 2nd September 2010
Stamp Specialists Take On Another Dealer
Jersey based stamp specialists Stanley Gibbons has taken over another dealer.
It has brought M&N Haworth, which was set up in 1964 - boosting what it can offer collectors.
Nigel Haworth has been taken on as a consultant.
Last updated at 10:15am, 2nd September 2010
Jersey based stamp specialists Stanley Gibbons has taken over another dealer.
It has brought M&N Haworth, which was set up in 1964 - boosting what it can offer collectors.
Nigel Haworth has been taken on as a consultant.
Last updated at 10:15am, 2nd September 2010
Cabbies Upset About Airport Parking Move
New parking measures at Jersey Airport have upset local cab drivers.
From next month, pre-booked cabs will have to wait for their clients in the short stay car park, at a cost of 60p a time.
Airport bosses say it is so passengers don't have to cross the road to the central collection zone.
They delayed making the change in May when cabbies complained they had not been consulted.
But Nigel Dodds, President of the Jersey Cab Drivers' Assocation says there have been no talks since then.
He says drivers will have to pass the charge on to customers.
Last updated at 3:12pm, 1st September 2010
New parking measures at Jersey Airport have upset local cab drivers.
From next month, pre-booked cabs will have to wait for their clients in the short stay car park, at a cost of 60p a time.
Airport bosses say it is so passengers don't have to cross the road to the central collection zone.
They delayed making the change in May when cabbies complained they had not been consulted.
But Nigel Dodds, President of the Jersey Cab Drivers' Assocation says there have been no talks since then.
He says drivers will have to pass the charge on to customers.
Last updated at 3:12pm, 1st September 2010
Vehicle Excise Duty Introduced
A tax on new cars in Jersey has come into force today.
Vehicle Emissions Duty will have to be paid on all vehicles when they are first registered with 'J' plates.
The amount will depend on how polluting it is.
Last updated at 3:07pm, 1st September 2010
A tax on new cars in Jersey has come into force today.
Vehicle Emissions Duty will have to be paid on all vehicles when they are first registered with 'J' plates.
The amount will depend on how polluting it is.
Last updated at 3:07pm, 1st September 2010
Ten Year Old Boy Hurt In Fatal Crash Discharged From Hospital
A 10 year old boy who was hurt in a car crash that killed his mother has now been discharged from hospital in Jersey.
He originally received treatment in Southampton following the accident in St John over a week ago.
The other passengers - a 22 year old woman, 8 year old girl and 12 year old boy - remain in the UK in a stable condition.
Last updated at 12:24pm, 1st September 2010
A 10 year old boy who was hurt in a car crash that killed his mother has now been discharged from hospital in Jersey.
He originally received treatment in Southampton following the accident in St John over a week ago.
The other passengers - a 22 year old woman, 8 year old girl and 12 year old boy - remain in the UK in a stable condition.
Last updated at 12:24pm, 1st September 2010
Another Warning About Internet Scams
Islanders are once again being warned about internet scams that are operating in the island.
Police say various techniques are being used - including cold calls or people pretending to be technicians from Windows Operating System support.
They are reminding us to never give out personal details, including bank ones, without having done the right research into the company.
One way of doing this is to type in the company name plus the word 'scam' into an internet search engine.
Last updated at 11:16am, 1st September 2010
Islanders are once again being warned about internet scams that are operating in the island.
Police say various techniques are being used - including cold calls or people pretending to be technicians from Windows Operating System support.
They are reminding us to never give out personal details, including bank ones, without having done the right research into the company.
One way of doing this is to type in the company name plus the word 'scam' into an internet search engine.
Last updated at 11:16am, 1st September 2010
Poorly Babies Set To Benefit From New Incubator
Parents whose babies are being treated at the hospital's Special Care Baby Unit will have the best that money can buy if their child needs to be transferred to the UK.
It now has a new transport incubator system - which can be loaded more quickly and with less manpower onto a plane - worth nearly £70,000.
It has been bought thanks to £30,000 raised by the League of Friends, and £7,000 by Jersey Post.
Last updated at 10:35am, 1st September 2010
Parents whose babies are being treated at the hospital's Special Care Baby Unit will have the best that money can buy if their child needs to be transferred to the UK.
It now has a new transport incubator system - which can be loaded more quickly and with less manpower onto a plane - worth nearly £70,000.
It has been bought thanks to £30,000 raised by the League of Friends, and £7,000 by Jersey Post.
Last updated at 10:35am, 1st September 2010
School Dinners: Chips Are Out, Vegetables Are In
Butternutsquash risotto and shepherds pie are set to replace chips for school dinners.
The Education Department has commissioned Jersey Pottery to introduce a healthier menu, which will be phased in over the next three years.
It says it wants to work with health to encourage youngsters to start eating well and keep up the good habits for the rest of their lives.
It is part of the plan to tackle the growing obesity problem in the island.
Last updated at 10:33am, 1st September 2010
Butternutsquash risotto and shepherds pie are set to replace chips for school dinners.
The Education Department has commissioned Jersey Pottery to introduce a healthier menu, which will be phased in over the next three years.
It says it wants to work with health to encourage youngsters to start eating well and keep up the good habits for the rest of their lives.
It is part of the plan to tackle the growing obesity problem in the island.
Last updated at 10:33am, 1st September 2010
Early Airport Service And More Sunday Routes
Islanders and holidaymakers will be able to get to the airport in time for very early flights from October.
TTS is putting on a new service that will arrive just before 6am as part of its winter schedule
There will also be more Sunday services including in St Lawrence, St Mary and St John.
Transport Minister Constable Mike Jackson says it is about bringing the bus timetable up to date.
Last updated at 10:31am, 1st September 2010
Islanders and holidaymakers will be able to get to the airport in time for very early flights from October.
TTS is putting on a new service that will arrive just before 6am as part of its winter schedule
There will also be more Sunday services including in St Lawrence, St Mary and St John.
Transport Minister Constable Mike Jackson says it is about bringing the bus timetable up to date.
Last updated at 10:31am, 1st September 2010
Parents Asked To Be Patient As School Bus Gets Going Again
Parents are being warned to expect some overcrowding and schedule problems as the school bus service gets running again tomorrow.
TTS says there is always a period of trial and error at the beginnning of the year as it figures out demand for each service.
Tristan Dodd, Acting Director of TTS, says they will put on relief buses if there is not enough room to take children home in the afternoons.
And it says there is only one change - to the number 959 leaving Wellington Road at 3.48p.m.
It will no longer serve the Victoria Village area and will now terminate at Hougue Bie.
Pupils wishing to travel to Victoria Village are advised to use the service 21 instead.
Last updated at 10:29am, 1st September 2010
Parents are being warned to expect some overcrowding and schedule problems as the school bus service gets running again tomorrow.
TTS says there is always a period of trial and error at the beginnning of the year as it figures out demand for each service.
Tristan Dodd, Acting Director of TTS, says they will put on relief buses if there is not enough room to take children home in the afternoons.
And it says there is only one change - to the number 959 leaving Wellington Road at 3.48p.m.
It will no longer serve the Victoria Village area and will now terminate at Hougue Bie.
Pupils wishing to travel to Victoria Village are advised to use the service 21 instead.
Last updated at 10:29am, 1st September 2010
VIP Visit From Malta
Jersey is looking forward to a VIP visit from Malta today.
The High Commissioner, His Excellency Mr Joseph Zammit Tabona, is coming to the island on a relationship building exercise.
He will be taking a close look at our finance industry as well as talking to government officials about how the two islands can create economic opportunities.
It is the latest move to create closer links with Malta after the signing of a Double Taxation Agreement in January.
Last updated at 7:25am, 1st September 2010
Jersey is looking forward to a VIP visit from Malta today.
The High Commissioner, His Excellency Mr Joseph Zammit Tabona, is coming to the island on a relationship building exercise.
He will be taking a close look at our finance industry as well as talking to government officials about how the two islands can create economic opportunities.
It is the latest move to create closer links with Malta after the signing of a Double Taxation Agreement in January.
Last updated at 7:25am, 1st September 2010
Chance For Over Twenties To Advance In The Workplace
There is help on hand for islanders in their twenties who can not find a job.
The States have created Advance Plus which provides training and work experience for those who are unemployed in that age group.
It follows on from the Advance To Work scheme which provides similar help for 16 to 19 year olds. At the moment more than 1,200 youngsters between 16 and 25 are out of work.
Richard Plaster, Chairman of Jersey Skills Board, says they would eventually like to place people within the construction and retail sectors, but will start with the administrative one.
Those who would like more information should contact Careers Jersey at La Motte Street.
Last updated at 4:17pm, 31st August 2010
There is help on hand for islanders in their twenties who can not find a job.
The States have created Advance Plus which provides training and work experience for those who are unemployed in that age group.
It follows on from the Advance To Work scheme which provides similar help for 16 to 19 year olds. At the moment more than 1,200 youngsters between 16 and 25 are out of work.
Richard Plaster, Chairman of Jersey Skills Board, says they would eventually like to place people within the construction and retail sectors, but will start with the administrative one.
Those who would like more information should contact Careers Jersey at La Motte Street.
Last updated at 4:17pm, 31st August 2010
Injured Boy Back In Jersey
A ten year old boy who was flown to Southampton for treatment following a car crash in St John which killed his mother is now back in Jersey's General Hospital.
34 year old Maria Sousa Pestana died when the car she was driving hit a granite wall more than a week ago.
The three other passengers, 22 year old woman, 8 year old girl and 12 year old boy, remain in the UK.
They are all described as being in a stable condition.
Last updated at 1:08pm, 31st August 2010
A ten year old boy who was flown to Southampton for treatment following a car crash in St John which killed his mother is now back in Jersey's General Hospital.
34 year old Maria Sousa Pestana died when the car she was driving hit a granite wall more than a week ago.
The three other passengers, 22 year old woman, 8 year old girl and 12 year old boy, remain in the UK.
They are all described as being in a stable condition.
Last updated at 1:08pm, 31st August 2010
Guernsey Police Hunt Serial Sex Attacker
A serial sex attacker has struck for a third time in Guernsey.
A woman was assaulted as she walked alone along Forest Lane in the island's capital in the early hours of Saturday morning.
Guernsey Police think a silver chain found at the scene could be a vital clue to finding the wanted man.
They believe he is responsible for two other sex attacks that happened last month.
Detective Chief Inspector Ruari Hardy, who is leading the manhunt, has repeated an appeal to people not to walk alone late at night.
He told Channel 103, 'while the current situation remains as it is, the streets are not safe'.
Last updated at 12:59pm, 31st August 2010
A serial sex attacker has struck for a third time in Guernsey.
A woman was assaulted as she walked alone along Forest Lane in the island's capital in the early hours of Saturday morning.
Guernsey Police think a silver chain found at the scene could be a vital clue to finding the wanted man.
They believe he is responsible for two other sex attacks that happened last month.
Detective Chief Inspector Ruari Hardy, who is leading the manhunt, has repeated an appeal to people not to walk alone late at night.
He told Channel 103, 'while the current situation remains as it is, the streets are not safe'.
Last updated at 12:59pm, 31st August 2010
Should Failing Ministers Be Forced Out?
Ministers should be out of a job if they don't deliver budget cuts.
That is the view of Senator Sarah Ferguson who has led a study of the first stage of the Comprehensive Spending Review.
Her scrutiny panel has found that some ministers aren't rising to the challenge of saving money in their departments.
It says there needs to be a 'change of culture' within the Council of Ministers to achieve the 10% target.
Listen: Channel 103 asked the senator what she thinks should happen to the ministers that fail.
Last updated at 12:55pm, 31st August 2010
Ministers should be out of a job if they don't deliver budget cuts.
That is the view of Senator Sarah Ferguson who has led a study of the first stage of the Comprehensive Spending Review.
Her scrutiny panel has found that some ministers aren't rising to the challenge of saving money in their departments.
It says there needs to be a 'change of culture' within the Council of Ministers to achieve the 10% target.
Listen: Channel 103 asked the senator what she thinks should happen to the ministers that fail.
Last updated at 12:55pm, 31st August 2010
Car Set Alight In St Clement
A car has been taken and set on fire in St Clement.
The red Skoda was driven from outside one of the tower blocks at Les Marais to La Mare car park and set alight.
Police say it happened sometime between 1pm on Saturday and 11am on Sunday.
Last updated at 12:48pm, 31st August 2010
A car has been taken and set on fire in St Clement.
The red Skoda was driven from outside one of the tower blocks at Les Marais to La Mare car park and set alight.
Police say it happened sometime between 1pm on Saturday and 11am on Sunday.
Last updated at 12:48pm, 31st August 2010
Six Charged Over Two Town Fights
Six men are up before Jersey's magistrate following two separate fights in town over the Bank Holiday weekend.
One happened in Broad Street in the early hours of Saturday morning.
The other was at the Weighbridge on Sunday.
Last updated at 12:45pm, 31st August 2010
Six men are up before Jersey's magistrate following two separate fights in town over the Bank Holiday weekend.
One happened in Broad Street in the early hours of Saturday morning.
The other was at the Weighbridge on Sunday.
Last updated at 12:45pm, 31st August 2010
Last Chance To Influence Bailiff's Future Role
We are being given one last chance to have a say about the role of Jersey's crown officers.
There is a public meeting on Thursday at St Paul's Centre at 7.30pm about the positions of Bailiff and Attorney General.
Lord Carswell, who is chairing the review panel, says they have received a 'good amount' of written responses.
But he wants to give islanders a final opportunity to contribute.
He told Channel 103, 'This is for the future of Jersey. They absolutely must have a say and, as far as possible, understand what is being suggested and agree with it.'
www.gov.je/crownofficersreview
Last updated at 9:21am, 31st August 2010
We are being given one last chance to have a say about the role of Jersey's crown officers.
There is a public meeting on Thursday at St Paul's Centre at 7.30pm about the positions of Bailiff and Attorney General.
Lord Carswell, who is chairing the review panel, says they have received a 'good amount' of written responses.
But he wants to give islanders a final opportunity to contribute.
He told Channel 103, 'This is for the future of Jersey. They absolutely must have a say and, as far as possible, understand what is being suggested and agree with it.'
www.gov.je/crownofficersreview
Last updated at 9:21am, 31st August 2010
New CI Co-op Boss Appointed
The Channel Islands Co-op will have a new CEO as of January 2011.
Colin Macleod, who is currently the store's Retail Controller, will take over when Jim Hopley retires.
Replacing Colin will be Mark Cox, who at the moment is Director of Store Operations for Sandpiper CI.
He will also become Chief Operating Officer.
Last updated at 9:17am, 31st August 2010
The Channel Islands Co-op will have a new CEO as of January 2011.
Colin Macleod, who is currently the store's Retail Controller, will take over when Jim Hopley retires.
Replacing Colin will be Mark Cox, who at the moment is Director of Store Operations for Sandpiper CI.
He will also become Chief Operating Officer.
Last updated at 9:17am, 31st August 2010
St Matthew's Church To Get £125,000 Of Public Money
£125,000 of public money is being used to restore St Matthew's Church in St Lawrence.
It is coming from the emergency fund that has been set aside to help the economy.
It has been given on the condition local companies and labourers will be used to carry out the work.
It will go towards restoring the bell tower and starting work on the Lady Chapel.
Last updated at 8:34am, 30th August 2010
£125,000 of public money is being used to restore St Matthew's Church in St Lawrence.
It is coming from the emergency fund that has been set aside to help the economy.
It has been given on the condition local companies and labourers will be used to carry out the work.
It will go towards restoring the bell tower and starting work on the Lady Chapel.
Last updated at 8:34am, 30th August 2010
And Girls With Learning Needs At Beaulieu Set To Benefit From Public Money Too
Meanwhile girls with learning needs are set to benefit from work that will be carried out at Beaulieu School thanks to public money.
The school has been given nearly £70,000 to refurbish the upper floor to provide four classrooms and toilets for those with special learning requirments.
A decision on whether to grant the school a further half a million pounds of public money will be made once the tender process for the classrooms has been completed.
Last updated at 8:33am, 30th August 2010
Meanwhile girls with learning needs are set to benefit from work that will be carried out at Beaulieu School thanks to public money.
The school has been given nearly £70,000 to refurbish the upper floor to provide four classrooms and toilets for those with special learning requirments.
A decision on whether to grant the school a further half a million pounds of public money will be made once the tender process for the classrooms has been completed.
Last updated at 8:33am, 30th August 2010
New Homemaker Opens At The Grand Marche
Islanders have the chance to pick up something for the home as well as the fridge when they visit the Grand Marche from today.
A homemaker store is opening on the first floor.
Paul Clark, Store Operations Manager for the Co-op, says they have gone to great lengths to keep it local such as using Jersey Oak and a local artist to decorate a children's area.
And he says it is about providing a leisure experience rather than just a shop.
Last updated at 8:33am, 30th August 2010
Islanders have the chance to pick up something for the home as well as the fridge when they visit the Grand Marche from today.
A homemaker store is opening on the first floor.
Paul Clark, Store Operations Manager for the Co-op, says they have gone to great lengths to keep it local such as using Jersey Oak and a local artist to decorate a children's area.
And he says it is about providing a leisure experience rather than just a shop.
Last updated at 8:33am, 30th August 2010
