WITH the results counted and the new States chosen, attention will now turn to the political deals, discussions and debates about who should – and will – make up the next Council of Ministers.
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Reform to field at least 12 election candidates
REFORM Jersey have pledged to put forward at least 12 candidates for the upcoming election, as they seek to play a ‘full, constructive role’ in the Island’s next government.
The public said they wanted change, and now they’ve got it
By Lucy Stephenson
High-value Russians may face even tougher vetting
TOUGHER vetting procedures are likely to be imposed on wealthy individuals wishing to move to Jersey if they have links to the Russian government, the External Relations Minister has said.
Scrap retrial plans, says Scrutiny panel
PROPOSALS to introduce retrials in the event of a hung jury should be scrapped, a Scrutiny panel has said.
Housing rules changed to attract staff
THE partners of key child-care professionals will be exempt from housing restrictions in an attempt to attract more social workers to the Island, an Assistant Chief Minister has said.
Retrials ‘would be good for the justice system’
RETRIALS would be very rare and would benefit the administration of justice, the Home Affairs Minister has said.
Extra jurors not necessary, says ex-Bailiff
HAVING reserve jurors for lengthy trials is unnecessary, as ‘99 times out 100’ they will not be needed, a former Bailiff has said.
Election ‘a risk to progress’ on inquiry recommendations
A LACK of funding and the forthcoming election have the potential to derail progress on implementing the recommendations of the Independent Jersey Care Inquiry, a review panel has found.

