DEATHS could have been prevented had mental-health staff listened more to concerns from families, according to an expert who has been campaigning for the introduction of formal guidelines around the specific role of carers for more than a decade. The call for a better partnership between carers and medical staff who care for Islanders with […]
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Government must put right injustice of colleges having no VAT relief – leaders
A letter to the Chancellor has called for more investment in the FE sector to ensure colleges can deliver the extra space needed for a growing cohort.
Landmark assisted-dying debate begins
POLITICIANS are debating how Jersey would introduce a legal right for Islanders to end their lives under defined circumstances. Introducing the proposition in the States, Health Minister Tom Binet said the Assembly would be making an “extremely important decision for our island”. The proposed details were workable, with “excellent safeguards” that would be “hard-wired throughout”, […]
Who are the firm tasked with finally delivering the new hospital?
Bouygues UK – a subsidiary of Bouygues Construction and a firm with experience delivering more than 400 healthcare facilities worldwide – has been named as the government’s preferred tender for the new hospital project at Overdale. Construction could begin as early as next year, pending final agreements, following a series of delays to the project. […]
Ministers facing fight for funding: What might be in the Budget?
A BUDGET immediately before an election can tend to be a bit of a damp squib as Members, and in particular, ministers seek to limit any potential damage to their political stock with one eye on polling day. The current Council of Ministers though may not have that luxury with much being made of the […]
Planning reform: What has changed?
In a move to address long-standing frustrations with the Island’s planning system, Jersey’s government has embarked on a comprehensive reform agenda that promises to streamline the development process while balancing the need to preserve the Island’s unique heritage. At the forefront of these efforts is Andrew Marx, the head of development and land at the […]
In Pictures: Crowds gather to celebrate Beltain with burning of 40ft wicker man
Celtic Fire Festival: Burning the Wicker man took place at Butser Ancient Farm in Hampshire.
Robert Plant and Johnnie Walker’s ex-radio colleagues arrive for DJ’s funeral
Walker died aged 79 in December, with his death being announced on New Year’s Eve by Bob Harris
Geri Halliwell-Horner and husband celebrate victory at the races
The couple’s horse won the 3.50pm Willoughby De Broke Open Hunters’ Chase at Warwick Racecourse on Monday.
Alarm at lack of plan as algae resurfaces on NI’s largest fresh water lake
Noxious blooms covered large parts of the lough last summer.

