THREE fields at the centre of controversial plans to build housing in Grouville are owned by the parish deputy, it has emerged. Deputy Carolyn Labey’s declarations of interest on the States Assembly website confirmed that she was the ‘reversionary owner’ of fields G403C, G403D and G432A near Verona Stores, land which have been proposed by […]
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Constables announce retirements
TWO Constables from neighbouring parishes have confirmed that they will not be seeking re-election at the 2022 general election.
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Scrutiny panel review of government projects
A RANGE of major capital investments and other government spending will be the subject of a Scrutiny panel review over the next two months.
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States vote in favour of new planning laws
JERSEY is one step closer to giving trees greater protection, after the States Assembly overwhelmingly approved revised planning laws, which could also designate conservation areas.
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‘Wealthy residents strive to support community’
AN international best-selling author has defended high-value residents following criticism from two backbench politicians over the number of multi-millionaires moving to the Island.
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Could Grouville’s fields be the key to more homes for Islanders?
A TOTAL of 14 fields – the majority of which are in Grouville – could be used for housing developments following a flurry of amendments to the Bridging Island Plan.With the States Assembly due to debate in March the Environment Minister’s proposition, which will set planning policy for the next three years, Members have put […]
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Colleague defends paramedics accused of neglect
A PARAMEDIC has told a trial that two of his colleagues, who are accused of neglecting a man who died in their care, were attempting to save the patient when he arrived at the scene. George De Carteret said he was “surprised” when he heard that John Sutherland (60) and Tom Le Sauteur (36) had […]
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Population and housing are key topics at Grouville hustings
CREATING a population policy and building homes for young Islanders were among the topics discussed at the Grouville hustings this week. Residents filled the parish hall on Wednesday evening to hear the views of candidates Mark Labey and Sarah Howard, who have both put themselves forward for the role of Constable. The proceedings were led […]
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Prizes are dished out for bucketloads of potatoes
THE winners of the 2021 Genuine Jersey potato-growing competition were revealed at St Clement’s Parish Hall yesterday.
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Call for cap on number of super-rich immigrants
THE number of super-rich immigrants moving to the Island ‘should be restricted’, a Scrutiny Panel member has said, following news that a growing number of high-net-worth individuals have shown an interest in relocating to Jersey.
