THE Planning department has introduced a fast-track scheme in a bid to stop more jobs being lost in the construction industry. In a statement released today Planning say they are aware of the difficult economic climate facing builders, developers and architects and have announced that any application that can start within three months of a […]
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A Week in Politics
HERE’S the thing about us: we want to buy a Ford but drive a Rolls-Royce. It’s not our fault; it’s just how we’re wired.
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Waterfront: It may be time to think again, says Deputy
A MAJOR rethink of the Waterfront plans might be necessary because of changes to the Island’s economy and needs, according to Deputy Phil Rondel.
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Ready for switch-off
HUNDREDS of Islanders and businesses are expected to switch off tonight in support of the worldwide Earth Hour campaign tonight. Millions of people across the globe are expected to turn lights off between 8.30 pm and 9.30 pm to show political leaders that they are serious about tackling climate change. In Jersey, Elizabeth Castle, homes […]
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A message as clear as the waves on the Island’s shore
THE largest Island demonstration witnessed for many a year, which took place on Sunday along St Ouen’s Bay, was probably the most sedate in the history of protests.
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Public opinion sought on national park plan
ISLANDERS are being asked for their views on how to make the St Ouen’s Bay area into Jersey’s first national park. Today the Planning and Environment department published a discussion paper for public comment. Opinions received will be included in the draft Island Plan. There will be public workshops this month and next to help […]
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No sign of agreement on the value of Pontin’s site
MINISTERS and the owner of Plémont are still a long way apart on their valuation of the site.
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Constable leads protest against homes plan
ALL three States Members in St Clement are campaigning against plans to build houses at Samarès Nursery.
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Thirty homes in latest plan for Plémont site
THE latest plans for Plémont include 30 houses and two-thirds of the land being returned to nature.
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A hundred homes get free insulation
ISLANDERS are being helped to prepare their homes for the winter by the States.
