NEXT month, the States will debate Deputy Russell Labey’s proposition that Ministers, as well as the chairmen of Scrutiny panels and key committees, should be elected by secret ballot.
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Controversial ‘Costa del Sol’ plans are refused once again
CONTROVERSIAL plans for homes on a site in Grouville have once again been refused after the Planning meeting heard that the development would make the area look like the Costa del Sol.
Highlands bullying claim: Education Department are investigating
THE Education Department has said it is working closely with unions, governors and the principal of Highlands following claims in the States that staff at the college were being bullied and harassed.
Third of Members to stand in next election
MORE than a third of sitting States Members intend to contest the 2018 election and reclaim their seats in the Assembly.
‘Bullied’ college staff have been ‘gagged’, claims politician
HIGHLANDS College staff have been ‘gagged’ and ‘don’t know which way to turn’ to speak out about bullying and harassment in the workplace, a backbencher has claimed.
Farm-stay business approved despite Planning’s objections
A YOUNG farmer has been given the go-ahead to build a new farmhouse and B&B accommodation after the Planning Committee went against officers’ advice.
Public vote to choose next Chief Minister?
A PUBLIC vote could be held to allow Islanders to have a say in choosing Jersey’s next Chief Minister if a backbench proposition is approved by politicians.
Inter-island ferry prices revealed
A PROPOSED inter-island ferry service, which was scrapped after Guernsey refused to underwrite a trial, would have seen passengers paying £59 for a return day trip.
Further PR spending on abuse inquiry is not ruled out
SPENDING more money on public relations after the release of the report in historical child abuse has not been ruled out by the Chief Minister but further media training before the report will ‘not be undertaken’.
Concern over abuse inquiry report timing
CONCERNS have been raised about the timing of the release of the report into historical child abuse.

