JERSEY and Guernsey’s Chief Ministers met Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Friday. Deputies Lyndon Farnham and Lindsay de Sausmarez attended the 44th British-Irish Council Summit in Wales alongside political leaders from the UK, Scotland, Northern Ireland, the Republic of Ireland, the Isle of Man and Guernsey. A spokesperson for the Government of Jersey said Deputy Farnham […]
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Jersey teens to debate vapes and social media ban for under-16s
THE Jersey Youth Assembly will be debating next week whether the Island should follow Australia and ban social media should for under-16s. The JYA – which has more than 160 members aged 14-19 – will be holding its second formal debate in the States Chamber on Tuesday with Deputy Bailiff Mark Temple presiding and several […]
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Jersey marks Remembrance Sunday
ISLANDERS gathered on Sunday to remember those who served in World Wars and other conflicts. Chief Minister Lyndon Farnham and the Lieutenant-Governor Vice Admiral Jerry Kyd laid poppies at the Cenotaph in St Helier during a service led by the Dean. Bailiff Sir Timothy le Cocq and several veterans were also in attendance. A number […]
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Jersey supports UK in recognising Palestinian state
THE Chief Minister has announced that his government supports the UK’s recent decision in officially recognising the state of Palestine. Deputy Lyndon Farnham confirmed in the States Assembly sitting yesterday that his administration “recognises and respects the United Kingdom’s recent decision”. It comes following an announcement from UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer on 22 September […]
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DFDS working on plans to avoid scheduling issues due to St Malo works over winter
DFDS has said it is working on plans to avoid scheduling issues when sailing to St Malo this winter, amid concerns that an impending upgrade of the French port will temporarily impact the number of available berths. Last year saw the approval of a major project to modernise St Malo’s ageing ferry terminal and improve […]
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‘Future generations’ proposal fails to win Assembly support
A PROPOSED new law requiring ministers to consider how new policies and legislation would impact future generations has been rejected by the States Assembly. Deputy Karen Wilson put forward the new law, which she said would focus on protecting the Island’s finances and avoiding unsustainable debt, safeguarding the Island’s natural environment, identity, heritage and community […]
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Jersey ramps up criticism of Israel in letter to UK Foreign Secretary
JERSEY has elevated its official criticism of Israel’s conduct in Gaza with the Chief Minister voicing his “grave distress” at the scale of death and destruction, and calling for an investigation into the alleged deliberate targeting of civilians. Deputy Lyndon Farnham has written a letter to UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy aligning the Island to […]
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Support for move to reinvigorate Les Quennevais
A BID to prioritise the reinvigoration of the shopping area at Le Quennevais has been unanimously supported by States Members. Members voted by 38-0 in favour of the proposition by St Brelade Deputy Helen Miles calling for Les Quennevais Parade and Precinct to be specifically included in the Future-Fit Retail Roadmap and the West of […]
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Government chief executive gains 'permanent' contract… and pay rise
THE head of the civil service has had his contract extended by two years – and been given a double-digit pay rise. Government chief executive Dr Andrew McLaughlin’s six-month fixed-term contract was due to end on 31 December. Chief Minister Lyndon Farnham said the extension to 2026 would “bring stability and continuity” to the public […]
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Jersey's Chief Minister congratulates Labour on "resounding victory"
THE Chief Minister has congratulated the Labour Party on their “resounding victory” in the UK general election. Deputy Lyndon Farnham posted his statement on social media at around 6.30am this morning when it was clear that Sir Keir Starmer’s Labour had secured the majority in the House of Commons, ending a 14-year Conservative government. Deputy […]
