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'Slowmance' on the cards for Jemma the sloth away from Jersey Zoo
Jemma is moving from Jersey Zoo to join Santos, a male sloth, in the UK in the hopes they will start breeding.
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Young people interested in politics needed to represent Jersey in Sydney
Jersey needs two people aged 18 - 29 to join the Commonwealth Youth Parliament (CYP) in Australia this July.
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Free bus passes at 65 being 'looked at'
Older islanders may have to wait longer before they get a free bus pass as the Infrastructure Minister considers the future of the concessionary fares system.
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Island prices being monitored as oil prices jump amid Iran war
Jersey's Chief Minister says the government is monitoring the impact on the island's economy of the Iran war.
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Jersey RFC secures promotion
Jersey RFC have won promotion to National Two level with a 38 -7 victory over Berkshire.
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Woman (36) charged over racial assault outside Jersey's Islamic Centre
A 36 year old women will appear in court over a 'racially motivated incident' outside Jersey's mosque.
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Jersey's first Women’s Parliamentary Caucus a 'resounding success'
The first Women's Parliamentary Caucus in Jersey has been hailed a 'resounding success' in unity and support.
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Motorcyclist seriously injured in Grouville crash
A motorcyclist has been seriously injured in a road traffic collision in Grouville.
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Islanders 'pull together' to raise money for Macmillan Jersey
Islanders are coming together to raise money for Macmillan Jersey in the annual Rowathon.
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Two muslim islanders targeted in 'racially motivated' assault
A man and a woman have been arrested, after two muslim islanders suffered a 'racially motivated' assault outside Jersey's Islamic Centre.
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Minister considering charge for disposing of some household appliances
The Infrastructure Minister has said he is looking into introducing a charge for the disposal of certain goods such as fridges and televisions.
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Scrutiny calls for faster ferries to France and a review of flat-rate freight fee
Reducing journey times to France is one of the ways DFDS could improve its services, a scrutiny panel has concluded.
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Stark warning issued about capacity of Jersey Fire & Rescue
A review has found that Jersey Fire & Rescue needs 'considerable' work to meet national standards and there are a 'large number of extreme risks' with current operating levels.
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Student to tackle Kilimanjaro, London Half and 100K Ultra for charity
A 20-year-old student from Jersey has been inspired by her mum to take on three major endurance challenges for three charities.
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Channel Islanders urged not to panic buy fuel
ATF Fuels says supply is not an issue but price volatility is already in evidence on some garage forecourts.
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Fort Regent Bear auctioned for £900
The Jersey feature sold for £900 this week at auction, raising money for animal charities.
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More than 25 puffins a week wash up on Channel Island beaches
Animal protection charities are collating the numbers of dead seabirds after a change in wind direction is bringing them onto island beaches.
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DFDS introduces 'Islanders’ Rate' discount
The island's ferry firm says it has introduced a 15% discount on return travel from Jersey.
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£3m radiology suite opens at Jersey's General Hospital
A £3 million radiology suite at Jersey's General Hospital is improving how doctors deliver keyhole treatments for conditions including blood clots and cancers.
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First Point signs Lido contract
Lido Jersey (First Point Property Services) has agreed a lease for the Havre des Pas bathing pool and its facilities.
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Two cars taken for joyrides in 48 hours
Two cars were taken and driven away in Jersey last weekend, as police continue to warn motorists against leaving keys in parked vehicles.
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Weekender to return in September
Organisers of Weekender and Lib in The Square have announced some changes to the island's festival scene this summer.
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Ambulance responder running London Marathon to fund defibrillators
Jess Collins, a frontline trainee technician, is training to run the London Marathon for Jersey Heart Support Group.
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JSPCA to close vet clinic for non-shelter animals
The JSPCA is closing its assisted vet clinic at the end of May.
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Applications open for postal voting in June election
People can now apply to vote by post in Jersey's June election.
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Wonky Town 2026 is cancelled
Wonky Town 2026 has been cancelled due to the financial risk being 'too high'.
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Jersey philanthropist remembered as a 'truly remarkable man'
Tributes are being paid to Sir David Kirch, who spent the past two decades gifting his fortune to the island's over 70s.
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'Design code' being drawn up for Gorey Pier
People in Jersey are being asked for their opinions on how Gorey Pier should look in the future.
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Channel Islands mobile portability issues to be resolved soon
Problems exporting a JT number to the new Co-op mobile network should be over by mid-March.
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Channel Islanders in the Middle East told to follow local warnings
As many as 94,000 British nationals either live or on holiday in places like Dubai which has been hit by Iranian missiles.
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LibertyBus fares increase 8% for adults and 10% for children
LibertyBus has increased single bus tickets by as much as 20p for contactless customers.
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Jersey could be back in rugby national leagues
A win this weekend could see Jersey RFC back in the national rugby leagues.
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'No-fault' divorces allowed after 'long overdue' law change
Major changes have been agreed to the island's 80-year-old divorce law.
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Assisted dying will be offered in Jersey
An assisted dying service will be offered in Jersey to terminally-ill adult residents in unbearable suffering who have less than six months to live.
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Attempt to delay food business licensing scheme
Introduction of a licensing system for businesses in Jersey that sell food could be delayed.
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Migration to Jersey is 'needed' for 'stable' future
Jersey needs at least 700 people to move to the island each year to 'maintain' the working population.
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Jersey U-turns on import ban on used petrol and diesel vehicles by 2030
Jersey's Environment Minister has announced the government will scrap a ban on importing used, non-electric vehicles to the island in 2030.
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Search continues for Les Creux Pavilion tenant
Jersey's Infrastructure Minister has announced the government and Jersey Community Land Trust will no longer be working together on a future use for Les Creux.
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'Momentous' week in Jersey's States
Dignity in Dying campaigners from Jersey and the UK are demonstrating outside the States building, and watching proceedings in person, as the Assembly takes an historic vote on assisted dying.
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Plans to charge wealthiest patients for medical travel
Travel from Jersey to the UK for medical treatment could become means-tested.
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Railway Walk reopens 'several weeks' ahead of schedule
The Railway Walk path has already reopened after a landslide, despite the government predicting it would be closed for 'several weeks'.
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New bar opening at former Rojo and X site to evolve Jersey's nightlife
A new social space and sports bar is opening on Beresford Street, taking a step away from traditional late-night clubbing in the aim of changing with the times.
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Former Chief Minister seeks re-election
Former Jersey Chief Minister John Le Fondré will run for election this summer.
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Château Vermont to become home to new music campus
Jersey's School of Popular Music is packing up and relocating to Château Vermont this summer, in what will be a 'dream move'.
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St Saviour break and entry suspect pictured posing on motorbike
A male suspect has been pictured flexing his arms in a photo, after being linked to a break and entry, where a motorbike and helmet were stolen.
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'Overstretched' neurology department following under-experienced managers
Jersey's neurological department is overstretched, with 'dedicated' staff following inexperienced managers, a review has found.
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Channel Islanders asked to report injured or dead seabirds
People in Jersey, Guernsey, Alderney and Sark are being asked to report any injured or dead seabirds they see on the beaches.
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'Concerning' e-bike rider not stopping for police
A person on an e-bike has been 'causing concern' between town and St Aubin for the past two weeks.
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Scottish man (27) jailed for smuggling £17,500 worth of cocaine to Jersey
Findlay John Mackay from Dumfries, Scotland, has been jailed for more than four years for importing £17,500 worth of cocaine into Jersey.
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'Jersey Lifts' drivers could be fined £10,000
Deputy Catherine Curtis wants Jersey's government to update the law to stop illegal taxis operating through Facebook groups,
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Railway Walk still closed and 'extremely unsafe'
A landslip caused by prolonged heavy rain has closed part of Jersey's Railway Walk.
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3 in 4 Jersey cats not microchipped or registered incorrectly
Petowners are being urged to register their cats correctly, as it is revealed that around half are not microchipped, and of those that are, a significant number have outdated or no details.
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Guernsey and Jersey politicians discuss air and sea links
Economic Development representatives from Guernsey and Jersey have continued talks about improving inter-island connectivity.
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Opera House contractor chosen for Jersey Airport redevelopment
The construction firm that led the £13 million transformation of Jersey Opera House has been appointed to redevelop the airport's departures lounge.
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Jersey's Health Insurance Fund 'not sustainable'
The fund that provides financial benefits for medical services, such as subsidised GP visits, is not sustainable, the government's auditor has warned.
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'Jersey must be stopped from sleepwalking into cashless economy'
A St Brelade deputy is bringing a States vote to force in-person businesses in Jersey to accept cash.
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Numerous entries from Jersey for the Guernsey Rally
Jersey driver Ross le Noa is hunting his seventh consecutive win in the Guernsey Rally.
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Drivers reported for ignoring 'Road Closed' signs
Honorary Police have reported 12 drivers in a single morning ignoring a road closed sign on Bagatelle Road in St Saviour.
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Flood warnings in place for next 24 hours
Heavy and persistent rain is forecast in the Channel Islands this afternoon and overnight.
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Deputy Ozouf faces third suspension
The committee responsible for overseeing States members' conduct has called for the further suspension of Deputy Philip Ozouf.
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Review highlights gaps, shortcomings and barriers to lifelong learning
Jersey lacks a modern, fit-for-purpose base for accessible vocational training, a scrutiny review has concluded.
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Islanders asked about diesel and petrol car phase out
Jersey's government wants islanders' input on the plans to phase out petrol and diesel cars.
