THE Social Security Fund has “maintained itself in real value” over the past four years despite inflationary pressures, a senior Treasury official has said amid concerns over the long-term implications of plans to reduce the amount paid into it. The matter was discussed by the Health and Social Security Scrutiny Panel during a hearing with […]
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Chief Minister wants housing and work rules ‘more flexible’
“OPTIONS” for addressing the challenges faced by employers and employees when searching for accommodation within the “registered” sector are being explored, according to the Chief Minister – who recently proposed changes to Jersey’s housing and work regulations. Deputy Lyndon Farnham said the Draft Control of Housing and Work (Residential and Employment Status) (Jersey) Regulations lodged […]
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Addressing Jersey’s falling birth rate a ‘high priority’ for government, Chief Minister says
POLICY is “under development” to address Jersey’s falling birth rate, the Chief Minister has said after new figures revealed births last year were at their lowest since records began. Deputy Lyndon Farnham sought to reassure politicians that the issue was a “high priority” for his government in the Assembly on Tuesday. There were 720 births […]
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Parish independence fundamental to Island governance, ministers say
THE independence of the parish system remains a fundamental part of the Island’s governance, two senior ministers have said following suggestions that greater central control could provide a more consistent or efficient system. During a public scrutiny hearing yesterday, Chief Minister Lyndon Farnham and the Treasury Minister Elaine Millar said that the parish authorities operate […]
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Government to make staff cuts at in-house studio
THE government will cut five of nine roles within its in-house marketing agency, the Studio – six years after it was established to reduce spending on external agencies and freelancers. The JEP has learned that the impacted employees will either be made redundant or redeployed. A government spokesperson would not comment on the specifics of […]
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Jersey Christmas Appeal auction brings in more than £62K
ORGANISERS of this year’s Jersey Christmas Appeal Charity Auction were “humbled” at the weekend as the initiative generated more than £62,000 to support Islanders in need over the festive season. The main auction, which was broadcast live on Channel 103 on Sunday, raised £56,059 – with a further £6,200 brought in through the appeal’s “Pledge […]
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Big screen for Euros
FOOTBALL supporters will be able to watch the latter stages of the Euro 2024 tournament on a big screen in St Helier. Plans are being drawn up, with the details and location yet to be finalised, according to Chief Minister Lyndon Farnham. Deputy Farnham was responding to a question in the States Assembly from Deputy […]
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New strategy launches to ensure Jersey remains a ‘globally attractive’ finance centre
A NEW strategy aimed at ensuring Jersey remains competitive as a “globally attractive” and “forward-looking” finance centre has been launched this week by the government. The Financial Services Competitiveness Programme aims to protect the future of Jersey’s largest industry and comes at a time when global pressures are reshaping the financial landscape. The initiative brings […]
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Public holiday to go ahead after Assembly backing
PLANS to have a public holiday on Monday 15 July have been overwhelmingly backed by the States Assembly. Members voted by 36 votes to three in favour of the ministerial proposal for the holiday to coincide with the visit to the Island by King Charles III and Queen Camilla. Concern was expressed by some Members […]
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Party leader predicts ‘controversial’ debate over electoral law change
FURTHER “controversy” may be ahead when legislation surrounding the reintroduction of Senators to the States Assembly is debated, the leader of one of the Island’s political parties has warned. Deputy Sir Philip Bailhache spoke about the build-up to the Island’s next general election as part of an interview marking his party’s change of name from […]
