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‘What we have done has helped immensely’: The retired cancer ...

2026-07-18T09:41:43Z

‘What we have done has helped immensely’: The retired cancer specialist changing lives in Sri Lanka

SINCE arriving in Jersey in 1989, Dr Sivasithamparam Himayakanthan – affectionately known across the Island as Dr Hima – has devoted extraordinary time and effort to a broad range of charitable causes close to his heart. Included in the now-retired oncologist’s dazzling portfolio of altruistic endeavours is a day of white-knuckle abseiling for Jersey Disabled […]

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Trial of man accused of attacking five women continues ...

2026-07-17T08:43:00Z

Trial of man accused of attacking five women continues

JURORS have been shown the route taken by a man accused of committing ten offences against women within an hour and a half in the streets of St Helier. Abdelkarim Arfaoui denies offences against five different women, which he is accused of committing between 6am and 7.20am on a Sunday morning as his alleged victims […]

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Politicans back “transformational” smoking ban for future ...

2026-04-24T15:04:00Z

Politicans back “transformational” smoking ban for future generations

INTRODUCING a lifelong ban on buying cigarettes for Islanders aged 17 or younger “could be transformational and save lives”, a politician has said – but any new legislation “must be careful not to criminalise children”. Deputy Lucy Stephenson made the comments after the Tobacco and Vapes Bill cleared Parliament earlier this week, paving the way […]

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Iran-related economic impact reflected in business health-check ...

2026-04-24T11:48:00Z

Iran-related economic impact reflected in business health-check

THE economic impact of changes in energy prices and “broader market conditions” stemming from the war in Iran has been recorded in the latest official health check on Island businesses. Among the key findings of Statistics Jersey’s latest business tendency survey was that, throughout March, non‑finance sector businesses continued to report “rising costs and weak […]

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“Significant gaps” in Jersey’s response to domestic abuse ...

2026-04-20T09:02:00Z

“Significant gaps” in Jersey’s response to domestic abuse and sexual harm

“SIGNIFICANT gaps” in Jersey’s response to domestic abuse and sexual harm have been exposed in a new government report, which warned that frontline services are struggling to keep pace with rising demand. The findings were published on the same day that a police report revealed “significant increases” in violence against women and girls, domestic abuse […]

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Tweaks to electoral register continue as nominations open ...

2026-04-20T07:14:00Z

Tweaks to electoral register continue as nominations open

CONTINUED checks have been carried out by election officials in a bid to iron out “inconsistencies” in the new automatic voter registration system. Manual updates to the new register have been introduced by staff at the States Greffe and parish officials in the build-up to the opening of the “window” for nominations today. Those wishing […]

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Do we need a sick note? ...

2026-04-20T06:59:00Z

Do we need a sick note?

THE significant rise in sick days across the public sector, which has recently been recorded in the 2025 Annual Report and Accounts, should be enough to make us all feel a little queasy. The actual numbers are these: public sector staff missed a total of 85,964 days in 2025. This was 10,000 more than in […]

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Water works begin in town with road closures in place ...

2026-04-20T04:00:00Z

Water works begin in town with road closures in place

ESSENTIAL upgrades to Jersey’s water mains network have begun in Conway Street today, with road closures and diversions now in place. Jersey Water said the works – which are being carried out alongside the Government of Jersey’s wider improvement programme for the area – are expected to last between 10 and 14 days. Access to […]

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Election regular makes final States Assembly bid ...

2026-04-19T11:23:00Z

Election regular makes final States Assembly bid

A ST Helier Roads Committee member, who campaigned to have the Millennium Town Park built, is bidding for a States Assembly seat once again – but said this will be his final attempt. Bernie Manning will seek one of the three seats on offer in St Helier South. He said that he is “proud of […]

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“Deeply unfair” gap in support for higher education students ...

2026-04-19T08:24:00Z

“Deeply unfair” gap in support for higher education students

A NEW government payment to help families with schoolchildren has sparked backlash from parents of higher education students, who say it exposes a “deeply unfair” gap in support. Earlier this week, ministers unveiled the “Back to School Bonus”, offering households earning under £75,000 up to £150 per child to cover uniforms and essentials. Social Security […]

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Driver praised for gallantry after declining to ‘duck’ ...

2026-04-19T08:02:00Z

Driver praised for gallantry after declining to ‘duck’ roadside misfortune

A BUS driver has drawn warm praise after stopping his vehicle to come to the aid of some stricken wildlife. The gallant Liberty Bus employee interrupted the journey of the service on route 8 in St Peter on Thursday when he saw some ducklings had fallen into a cattle-grid, which appears to have provided just […]

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Election Authority investigates Constable over campaign email ...

2026-04-18T13:21:00Z

Election Authority investigates Constable over campaign email

THE Constable of St Saviour is being investigated by the Jersey Electoral Authority over a potential breach of election law after using the parish database to promote his campaign for re-election. Kevin Lewis sent an email titled “news from St Saviour” to parishioners earlier this week in which he confirmed his intention to stand in […]

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Government confirms new baseline funding for Jersey Employment ...

2026-04-18T12:09:00Z

Government confirms new baseline funding for Jersey Employment Trust

THE Jersey Employment Trust will receive a £2.5 million base budget from the government in 2027 – but the figure falls short of the £2.7 million being provided to the charity this year. The new £2.5m base budget aims to provide “greater certainty” for the organisation and the hundreds of Islanders it supports, according to […]

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Paedophile given life sentence for string of sickening sexual ...

2026-04-18T11:39:06Z

Paedophile given life sentence for string of sickening sexual offences

A PREDATORY paedophile who repeatedly abused three teenage girls has become the second person in Jersey to receive a life sentence for sexual offences. Speaking to Shay John Edward Bester (50) in the Royal Court yesterday, Commissioner Andrew Oldland said he posed a “serious risk” to the public. Bester was convicted at trial in February […]

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“We feel we’re quietly delivering the promise that we entered ...

2026-04-18T09:08:00Z

“We feel we’re quietly delivering the promise that we entered the market on”

“WE’RE very pleased with how things have gone since we arrived in Jersey,” said Loganair chief executive Luke Farajallah. The Scottish airline began serving Islanders in November at short notice, when Blue Islands announced its decision to cease trading and enter liquidation. More than 50 staff who were employed by the latter carrier were picked […]

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Pilot lands back in Jersey, with no sign of slowing down ...

2026-04-18T09:01:00Z

Pilot lands back in Jersey, with no sign of slowing down

A 105-YEAR-OLD former Second World War pilot who has raised thousands for charity, abseiled down a hospital and topped the bestseller charts has revealed the unusual formula he credits for his remarkable longevity. JEP reporter Tom Innes went to meet him… While most centenarians might have opted to take life slightly easier, Flight Lieutenant Colin […]

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Bulls Women braced for title test at Meadow Sports ...

2026-04-18T08:30:00Z

Bulls Women braced for title test at Meadow Sports

JERSEY Bulls Women face what could prove their toughest remaining test of the season as they travel to face Meadow Sports on Sunday, knowing two wins from two will secure the Surrey Division 1 title. A 12pm kick-off awaits at Knaphill FC, with the Islanders heading into their penultimate league fixture of the campaign. While […]

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Muratti returns as Jersey U18s eye home success ...

2026-04-18T08:00:00Z

Muratti returns as Jersey U18s eye home success

THE Under-18 Muratti returns to Springfield Stadium this weekend as Steve Coutanche’s side look to back up last year’s 5-0 win in Guernsey with another strong showing on home soil. A 4pm kick-off awaits on Sunday, with the annual inter-insular clash once again offering a first real taste of senior-style pressure for many of Jersey’s […]

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Bus in collision seconds after leaving Liberation Station ...

2026-04-18T07:30:00Z

Bus in collision seconds after leaving Liberation Station

LIBERTY Bus is investigating a collision between one of its vehicles and a taxi that brought rush-hour chaos to St Helier. The incident happened outside the Pomme d’Or hotel at 6pm on Thursday, very soon after the bus on route 23 had left Liberation Station on its way to Trinity. Liberty Bus director Kevin Hart […]

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“Considerable work” needed to ensure critical infrastructure ...

2026-04-17T16:35:00Z

“Considerable work” needed to ensure critical infrastructure protected against cyber attacks

THERE remains “considerable work to be undertaken” to ensure the Island’s critical infrastructure is properly protected against cyber attack, the public spending watchdog has found. A report published today by the Comptroller and Auditor General warned that vital services – including energy, health, transport and emergency systems – are not yet meeting minimum cyber security […]

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“Obvious” concerns over government handling of Abramovich ...

2026-04-17T14:15:00Z

“Obvious” concerns over government handling of Abramovich data

THE ROYAL Court has criticised how the government handled a major data disclosure exercise involving sanctioned Russian businessman Roman Abramovich — and ordered officials to justify their approach under oath. In a judgment handed down this week, the Master of the Royal Court, Advocate David Cadin, refused an application by Mr Abramovich to force the […]

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Jersey’s historic Lords win – a personal perspective ...

2026-04-17T10:51:14Z

Jersey’s historic Lords win – a personal perspective

AS I sit here writing this, alone in the Lords media centre, I’m struck by the sun setting over the Edrich Stand, casting a orange glow down the 2.5 metre slope towards the Compton Stand, with the famous “Father Time” weather vane casting his gaze. The history of this iconic sporting venue pours out of […]

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Former policeman to stand in St Clement ...

2026-04-17T10:18:00Z

Former policeman to stand in St Clement

A FORMER police officer and union official is to stand in his home parish of St Clement for Reform Jersey. Mick Robbins spent almost three decades in the police force before working as a civil servant in the States Assembly providing support to scrutiny panels. During this time, he also served as a vice-president of […]

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Coop witnesses extended trial by ignoring key WhatsApp messages, ...

2026-04-17T09:11:00Z

Coop witnesses extended trial by ignoring key WhatsApp messages, court finds

A MULTI-MILLION pound civil case between the Coop and its former chief executive was elongated because a number of senior figures for the society left out important information from their witness statements, a Royal Court judgment has said. In a decision made in December, the Royal Court said the Channel Islands Co-operative Society owed its […]

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Family Court refuses to review past abuse cases despite safety ...

2026-04-17T08:45:00Z

Family Court refuses to review past abuse cases despite safety concerns

PAST child contact and residency decisions involving domestic abuse allegations will not be reviewed – despite concerns they may have placed victims and children at risk. The government’s latest progress report on action on violence against women and girls revealed that the Family Court said it lacked the “capacity” to carry out such a review […]

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Swimmer goes viral for swim from “Old Jersey” to France ...

2026-04-17T08:26:00Z

Swimmer goes viral for swim from “Old Jersey” to France

A LONG-DISTANCE swimmer has caused confusion on TikTok and prompted a new audience to learn about the Island – after they thought she was swimming to France from the USA. Georgia Mould, who completed a swim across the English Channel in July last year, is working towards a Jersey to France swim in August. This, […]

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Bulls hope to strike play-off Deal ...

2026-04-17T08:00:00Z

Bulls hope to strike play-off Deal

THE Jersey Bulls need just a single point from their final two fixtures to turn a promising debut season into a play-off campaign, as they travel to Deal Town tomorrow (1pm). Elliot Powell’s side edged ever closer to that target with a hard-fought 1-0 victory away at Beckenham Town last weekend, where a late Lorne […]

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Broad Street bus access removed and unloading hours reduced ...

2026-04-17T07:35:00Z

Broad Street bus access removed and unloading hours reduced

PLANS to further pedestrianise Broad Street have been confirmed, with buses set to lose their exemption and commercial unloading hours reduced. Infrastructure Minister Andy Jehan has approved amendments to road traffic legislation that will formally end bus access to the street. Broad Street has largely been vehicle-free since 2020, becoming a permanent pedestrian-focused zone in […]

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Kestrel populations dropped by half in past 15 years ...

2026-04-17T07:13:00Z

Kestrel populations dropped by half in past 15 years

JERSEY’S kestrel population has fallen dramatically over the past 15 years, a conservationist has warned, with traditional farmhouse owners now set to play a key role in the species’ survival. Bob Tomkins, chair of the Barn Owl Conservation Trust and a JEP nature columnist, said there are now no more than 50 pairs of kestrels […]

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Next stop, Election 2026 ...

2026-04-17T06:33:00Z

Next stop, Election 2026

AND so to the polls. With the publication today of the 2025 Annual Report and Accounts, Jersey’s current government in effect now waits for the coming of the next administration at the end of June. Of course, essential business will continue, but as of Monday, we enter what is euphemistically termed “a period of political […]

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Shetland here we come… marathon challenge starts after weather ...

2026-04-17T06:08:00Z

Shetland here we come… marathon challenge starts after weather delays

A LONG-DISTANCE rowing and cycling challenge covering the entire length of the British Isles has set off from Jersey after some weather-related delays. The four-man crew attempting the True South North Adventure had arrived last week ahead of their attempt to travel over land and sea from the southernmost point of British land to the […]

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Zebra crossing approved ...

2026-04-17T04:33:00Z

Zebra crossing approved

A ZEBRA crossing has been approved at the junction of Seaton Place and Seale Street to improve pedestrian safety in the area. The decision approved by Infrastructure Minister Andy Jehan on Tuesday follows changes to bus routes linked to the Broad Street public realm works, which have increased traffic along nearby streets. According to a […]

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Jersey seal historic win at Lords over MCC ...

2026-04-16T17:23:20Z

Jersey seal historic win at Lords over MCC

JERSEY captain Charles Perchard struck the winning blow as Jersey claimed their first ever victory at Lords Cricket Ground yesterday afternoon. Facing the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC), the custodians of Lords, jersey travelled to England’s capital to take them on in what was scheduled for two T20 fixtures. After a delayed start due to rain, […]

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Nowacki nears Peaty at Aquatics GB championships FILIP Nowacki ...

2026-04-16T15:01:57Z

Nowacki nears Peaty at Aquatics GB championships

FILIP Nowacki cemented his status as one of British swimming’s brightest prospects with a standout double performance at the Aquatics GB Championships in London. The Jersey teenager produced two elite-level swims across consecutive days, claiming a silver medal in the 50m breaststroke while also rewriting the record books in the 100m event. Nowacki touched the […]

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“Jersey’s brightest young economist” wins prestigious award ...

2026-04-16T10:02:00Z

“Jersey’s brightest young economist” wins prestigious award

A YEAR 13 Hautlieu student has been named “Jersey’s brightest young economist” after winning a prestigious award for his essay on trade wars that showed exemplary understanding of complex issues. Hubert Libich’s essay stood out among an “impressive number of well-researched and thought-provoking submissions” which offered “insightful analysis” on key economic themes including trade, inflation […]

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◇ JEP LIVE: Jersey National Cricket team vs MCC at Lord’s ...

2026-04-16T09:35:22Z

◇ JEP LIVE: Jersey National Cricket team vs MCC at Lord’s

Jersey’s national men’s team will play at Lord’s for the first time in their history where they will face MCC in two T20 matches, the first MCC matches at the Ground this summer. Follow us live via Sports Editor, Elliot Corbel’s live updates (with a sprinkle of other people’s insights). Elliot has the lucky job […]

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Former Chamber president to stand in election ...

2026-04-16T09:23:00Z

Former Chamber president to stand in election

A FORMER head of both the Chamber of Commerce and the Hospitality Association is set to stand in the upcoming election. Ian Barnes will contest one of the three Deputy seats on offer in St Helier North. An experienced businessman, Mr Barnes was appointed president of the Chamber of Commerce in 1986 and was more […]

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Walk in the Park returns next month ...

2026-04-16T09:10:00Z

Walk in the Park returns next month

A PROGRAMME of wildlife walks designed to offer people the chance to take a closer look at Jersey’s unique landscapes is due to return next month. The Jersey National Park runs the Walk in the Park programme – offering 20 expert-led walks covering a wide range of subjects, from wildlife and weather to farming and […]

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Housing Minister hails “historic day” as updated rental law ...

2026-04-16T08:59:00Z

Housing Minister hails “historic day” as updated rental law takes effect

15 APRIL 2026 was a date almost certainly circled on Housing Minister Sam Mézec’s calendar – and one of significance for the thousands of Islanders who rent their homes, as well as their landlords. Changes to the Island’s residential tenancy legislation came into force yesterday, in what the Reform Jersey leader described as a “historic” day and […]

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Key sectors on alert over Iran-linked cyber risks ...

2026-04-16T08:13:00Z

Key sectors on alert over Iran-linked cyber risks

FINANCE firms and critical infrastructure operators in Jersey are being urged to stay vigilant as tensions in the Middle East increase cyber risk. The Jersey Cyber Security Centre said that, while there is no evidence of a rise in direct attacks locally, businesses with links to the Middle East face a greater threat. Firms most […]

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Islanders invited to Dare to Dream ...

2026-04-16T07:55:00Z

Islanders invited to Dare to Dream

A YOUTH theatre group is inviting Islanders to “Dare to Dream” this week as they take to the stage with a magical new musical production. Charity Jersey Youth Performing Arts is presenting its latest show at Haute Vallée School Theatre, celebrating both young talent and a century of Disney storytelling. The organisation offers theatre opportunities […]

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Planning permission granted for predator exclusion fence at ...

2026-04-16T07:31:00Z

Planning permission granted for predator exclusion fence at Plémont

PLANS to create a seabird sanctuary at Plémont have been given the green light despite concerns about the visual impact of the scheme. Environment Minister Steve Luce has approved the construction of a 907-metre predator exclusion fence along the coast to the east of the site. The application, which was classified as a minor development, […]

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Children “let down” in ADHD medication prescribing row ...

2026-04-16T07:29:00Z

Children “let down” in ADHD medication prescribing row

CHILDREN are being “let down” in a deepening stand-off over ADHD care, campaigners have warned – after GPs refused to change their position on prescribing medication despite mounting pressure on services. Published last week, the latest annual report from the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service reignited calls for the introduction of “shared prescribing” for […]

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Guernsey economic development committee “unable to approve” ...

2026-04-16T07:19:00Z

Guernsey economic development committee “unable to approve” DFDS inter-island proposal

A BID from DFDS to operate an inter-island ferry service using its freight and passenger vessel Stena Vinga has failed to gain the green light from Sarnian politicians. In a statement yesterday, Guernsey’s government said its Economic Development Committee “carefully considered” the Danish ferry firm’s proposal, which would have involved an evening arrival on Fridays […]

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Time to earn ...

2026-04-16T06:45:00Z

Time to earn

Regular readers of this newspaper will often see references to our government needing to act more like a business. Clearly the two things are totally different in terms of their structure, funding, ethos and remit. But the essential point being made is a demand for those in public office to be more careful with our […]

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Hospital talks continue and could stretch into election period ...

2026-04-16T06:30:00Z

Hospital talks continue and could stretch into election period

TALKS aimed at finalising the construction contract for Jersey’s new hospital are continuing, the Health Minister has confirmed. Following discussions with fellow ministers, Deputy Tom Binet issued a short update on negotiations between the hospital project team and Bouygues UK, the company named as the preferred bidder for the £710 million scheme last November. He […]

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Driver taken to hospital after Range Rover crashes into barrier ...

2026-04-16T05:36:00Z

Driver taken to hospital after Range Rover crashes into barrier at St Aubin’s Bay

A DRIVER was taken to hospital after narrowly escaping serious injuries when their Range Rover crashed into the white barriers next to the Boathouse at St Aubin’s Bay on Tuesday. A photograph anonymously posted to a local Facebook group yesterday showed the black Range Rover hanging over the side of the barrier. Emergency services could […]

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Islander calls for return of community-level nurse that helped ...

2026-04-15T15:40:00Z

Islander calls for return of community-level nurse that helped support those with stomas

AN Islander who lives with a stoma has called for the return of a dedicated community nurse that used to help her and other patients by providing support at home and holding easy to access clinics. Shell Wason, who had a stoma fitted in 1996 because of her long-term condition ulcerative colitis that causes chronic […]

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Subsidised rent scheme could benefit landlords instead of young ...

2026-04-15T14:02:00Z

Subsidised rent scheme could benefit landlords instead of young Islanders

CREATING a subsidised rent scheme to tackle Jersey’s “bean drain” may inadvertently benefit landlords and investors instead of young Islanders, the Housing Minister has said. Deputy Sam Mézec was responding to research by student Jonathan Marett, whose dissertation argued that targeted housing support – including subsidised rents – could help persuade graduates to stay or return […]

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Deputy opts not to seek re-election ...

2026-04-15T13:54:48Z

Deputy opts not to seek re-election

BARELY a week after resigning her Assistant Minister roles in protest at a lack of transparencing government and insufficiently strong leadership, Deputy Moz Scott has announced she will step away from the States Assembly entirely when the current political term ends in June. The former lawyer confirmed that she would not be seeking re-election this […]

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Spreadable butter shortage due to ‘production delays’ ...

2026-04-15T13:30:14Z

Spreadable butter shortage due to ‘production delays’

JERSEY Dairy spreadable butter has been out of stock this week due to “delays in production”, the organisation has confirmed, after Islanders struggled to find it on shelves. Jersey Dairy did not confirm the nature of the delay. They said spreadable butter is expected to back on supermarket shelves on Saturday. The producer said that […]

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Turner targets Hawaii ...

2026-04-15T11:28:58Z

Turner targets Hawaii

TRIATHLETE Ollie Turner is gearing up for a defining moment in his long‑course career as he prepares to take on Ironman South Africa. The Islander ends the Easter period with a trip to Port Elizabeth for his season opener, and all eggs are in one basket when it comes to qualification for the 2026 World […]

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Future stars impress at Primary Schools International ...

2026-04-15T10:10:44Z

Future stars impress at Primary Schools International

JERSEY’S rising table tennis talent delivered a strong showing at the Primary Schools International in Largs, Scotland over the weekend, with both the boys’ and girls’ teams securing fifth place, also finishing ahead of Guernsey. The island boys, represented by Rory Quinn, James Cleverly, Mason De Sousa and Alfie O’Flaherty, signed off in dramatic fashion […]

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“Someone will be seriously hurt or killed” – teen joyriders ...

2026-04-15T09:29:40Z

“Someone will be seriously hurt or killed” – teen joyriders sentenced

A GROWING trend among young people of joy-riding will lead to someone being “seriously hurt or killed”, the Magistrate has said as two teens were sentenced in court yesterday. The police have been attempting to tackle a spate of joyriding incidents, which has seen cars taken primarily by young people often already known to the […]

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Families to receive back to school support ...

2026-04-15T08:48:00Z

Families to receive back to school support

FAMILIES with a household income of up to £75,000 are to receive support towards children returning to school to help tackle the growing cost-of-living crisis. Under the government scheme, which was agreed as part of the 2026 Budget, eligible household will receive £100 for each primary school child and £150 for each secondary school pupil. […]

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Up to £50,000 spent on driverless vehicle laws before plans ...

2026-04-15T08:18:00Z

Up to £50,000 spent on driverless vehicle laws before plans ditched

PLANS to pave the way for driverless vehicles in Jersey were shelved after tens of thousands of pounds had already been spent on preparing the laws needed to make them possible, it has emerged. Newly published government figures revealed that between £35,000 and £50,000 was paid to external consultants to prepare “law drafting instructions” for […]

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Number of homeless Islanders drops ...

2026-04-15T07:50:00Z

Number of homeless Islanders drops

THE number of homeless people in Jersey dropped during the last three months of 2025. New figures showed that there were a total of 267 homeless Islanders between October and December, down from 333 from the previous quarter. Around 70% of those classed as homeless were men, with substance use cited as the highest reason […]

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Vets urges owners to be vigilant on dog walks ...

2026-04-15T07:49:00Z

Vets urges owners to be vigilant on dog walks

DOG owners are being urged to be aware of what their pets get up to on walks after a cross-breed required life-saving surgery having swallowed a rubber ball. Doug, a two-year-old Labradoodle crossed with a Tibetan Terrier, was rushed to New Era Veterinary Hospital after his owner became worried he had eaten an object while […]

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Alicante-based tax fraudster to fight human rights case against ...

2026-04-15T07:09:00Z

Alicante-based tax fraudster to fight human rights case against Jersey extradition

AN Alicante-based former hotelier who has pleaded guilty to charges in Jersey has been arrested and is set to be brought to the Island – but he is fighting against the extradition in the European Court of Human Rights. Martin John Hill (58) is claiming that the charges he is facing in Jersey are simply […]

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More details shared for Fort Regent scheme ...

2026-04-15T07:02:00Z

More details shared for Fort Regent scheme

A PLANNING application for the redevelopment of Fort Regent will be submitted this summer – as long as the new government is supportive of the project. In sharing more details about how the proposed £110 million scheme could look, departing Infrastructure Minister Andy Jehan said he felt the project was at an appropriate stage to […]

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Ambition for Jersey ...

2026-04-15T06:32:00Z

Ambition for Jersey

With just a few days to go now until the political hopefuls for the next four years confirm their intentions, there is a word which each one will have to wrestle with: ambition. Perhaps for some, that ambition is personal, and voters will need to divine if each candidate is truly capable of putting the […]

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A collaborative approach to finding ‘one source of truth’ ...

2026-04-15T06:30:00Z

A collaborative approach to finding ‘one source of truth’

Before engaging the services of Clarity, Randalls was facing a key challenge. Ruth Wainwright, the hospitality group’s finance director, and Clarity transformation expert Steve Delve and Jersey operations manager Alan Lesbirel tell Emily Moore how a Better Business Grant helped Randalls to implement systems which “support thatall-important communication and information supply” Sponsored content HOW do […]

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Peace talks fail as America blockades Strait of Hormuz ...

2026-04-15T06:30:00Z

Peace talks fail as America blockades Strait of Hormuz

David Gorman, investment manager at Team Asset Management, offers this week’s global market review Sponsored content EARLIER last week, there was a distinctly positive feeling about financial markets driven by the agreed ceasefire in Iran. Fixed interest prices reacted positively, with yields falling as future interest rate expectations nudged downwards with oil prices. However, in […]

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From an accounting system to an intelligent platform ...

2026-04-15T06:30:00Z

From an accounting system to an intelligent platform

Anaïs Pansart, senior consultant, business solutions, at Prosperity 24/7, explains how modern enterprise resource planning is reshaping business operations Sponsored content NOT so long ago, enterprise resource planning systems were often associated with large, complex organisations and lengthy implementations. The reality today is quite different. Modern ERP platforms have quietly evolved into intelligent, adaptable systems […]

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St Clement Deputy to stand again ...

2026-04-14T14:08:00Z

St Clement Deputy to stand again

A FORMER Assistant Chief Minister has confirmed he will be standing in St Clement. Deputy Alex Curtis was a political newcomer when he topped the poll in the parish four years ago. He was appointed an Assistant Chief Minister under Deputy Kristina Moore’s government and has since been a member of both the Environment, Housing […]

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Deputy launches re-election bid ...

2026-04-14T13:00:00Z

Deputy launches re-election bid

A ST Saviour Deputy is to seek a fourth term. Deputy Louise Doublet, who has previously been an Assistant Education and Assistant Home Affairs Minister, was elected at the first time of asking in 2014 and subsequently re-election in 2018 and 2022. Most recently, she has chaired the Health and Social Security Scrutiny Panel as […]

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Hedgehog carer to retire after decades of dedication ...

2026-04-14T09:55:00Z

Hedgehog carer to retire after decades of dedication

AN Islander who has been looking after hedgehogs in Jersey is set to retire after providing decades of care. Dru Burdon (75) has been helping hedgehogs in need from the outhouse in her garden in Waterworks Valley for almost 34 years, but said she has “run out of steam” and that it is “high time […]

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Accountant to stand in St Saviour ...

2026-04-14T09:55:00Z

Accountant to stand in St Saviour

AN accountant and former senior civil servant is set to stand for St Saviour Deputy. Chris Leck, a former projects director for the Treasury Department, will seek on of the four Deputy seats on offer. As well as working for the government, Mr Leck has also been an audit partner with Deloitte and a treasurer […]

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Man changes assault pleas on morning of trial ...

2026-04-14T09:00:40Z

Man changes assault pleas on morning of trial

A MAN who had been due to face a week-long Royal Court trial over two counts of grave and criminal assault changed his pleas just minutes before it was due to start. Sebastian Gasulla-Sole admitted the two charges, having previously denied them. Wearing a grey polo shirt, the 41-year-old yesterday appeared at the Royal Court. […]

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Former surfing champ to ride the election wave ...

2026-04-14T08:57:00Z

Former surfing champ to ride the election wave

A FORMER European surfing champion is set to stand for Deputy in St Mary, St Ouen and St Peter. Arlene Maltman said that, if elected, she would be a “strong voice” for the district who would stand up for the interests of the parishes while “recognising that good decisions must also serve the long-term future […]

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“A diagnosis does not define a person” – Dementia ...

2026-04-14T08:52:00Z

“A diagnosis does not define a person” – Dementia photography exhibition aims to offer new perspective

A DEMENTIA photography exhibition aims to offer a different perspective on the disease that rather than portraying loss and decline, showcases individuality, connection, resilience and joy. The free exhibition Reframing Dementia will be taking place at two locations in St Helier, ArtHouse Jersey at Capital House from 15 May and the Royal Square from 25 […]

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Halving of agency and consultant spending a ‘good start’ – ...

2026-04-14T08:52:00Z

Halving of agency and consultant spending a ‘good start’ – Chief Minister

ENGAGING consultants and agency staff has moved from being a default response by government to a “last resort”, the Chief Minister has stated as new figures showed that spending in this area fell by more than half between 2023 and 2025. Deputy Lyndon Farnham said he was pleased to have seen a cultural change to […]

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Government “working hard” to resolve travel issues ...

2026-04-14T08:44:00Z

Government “working hard” to resolve travel issues

THE government is “working hard” to resolve a “frustrating” situation which has seen some Islanders with settled status blocked from travelling as some international airport staff do not recognise their paperwork, the Home Affairs Minister has said. Deputy Mary Le Hegarat has written to the UK Home Office after some were forced to pay extra […]

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Hospital stalemate prompts crunch ministerial talks ...

2026-04-14T08:40:00Z

Hospital stalemate prompts crunch ministerial talks

MINISTERS are set to hold talks today in a bid to resolve a stalemate over the construction contract for the Island’s new hospital. Although a preferred bidder for the project, budgeted at £710 million, was confirmed by the government in November, Health Minister Tom Binet told the JEP that the contract with Bouygues UK had […]

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Student calls for subsidised rent scheme to help tackle “bean ...

2026-04-14T08:39:00Z

Student calls for subsidised rent scheme to help tackle “bean drain”

A JERSEY student has concluded that a subsidised rent scheme for young Islanders could play a key role in tackling the Island’s “bean drain”, using research supported by All Island Media. Jonathan Marett, a graduate of the University of Stirling, has spent months examining why so many young people leave Jersey and fail to return […]

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Cost over price ...

2026-04-14T06:07:00Z

Cost over price

It is no surprise that Ministers have little to say about the fact that the construction contract for the new £710m hospital has, as yet, not been signed. Commercial negotiations are clearly continuing, and they will want to make sure that nothing is said which will make them more difficult to bring to a successful […]

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Plans for pétanque area and outdoor fitness equipment at Marina ...

2026-04-14T04:30:00Z

Plans for pétanque area and outdoor fitness equipment at Marina Gardens

A SCHEME to introduce new seating, a pétanque area and outdoor fitness equipment at Marina Gardens has been submitted for planning approval, in a bid to boost community use of the St Helier green space. The application, lodged by States-owned developer Jersey Development Company, proposes a series of “modest but meaningful enhancements” aimed at improving […]

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Win 2x tickets for Hidden – Motionhouse ...

2026-04-13T15:49:38Z

Win 2x tickets for Hidden – Motionhouse

Internationally renowned dance-circus company Motionhouse returns with its jaw-dropping production Hidden. Hidden is a powerful blend of artforms, where breathtaking dance melts effortlessly into thrilling circus feats. Hidden explores how, in an increasingly divided world, light can come out of darkness in times of crisis. At the cutting edge of live performance and digital integration, gravity-defying choreography, […]

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“Reality-based” personal safety workshop to help educate ...

2026-04-13T15:19:00Z

“Reality-based” personal safety workshop to help educate “concerned” Islanders

AMID rising concern over knife-related incidents, Islanders are being urged to learn “simple, real” self-defence skills at a new public workshop. “Because it’s self-defence, it’s for everyone”, explained Richard Collett, who is underway with preparations for an open-to-the public personal safety seminar and workshop at Blood Fitness gym in St Helier later this month. The […]

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MCC to host Jersey at Lords before Scotland A come to Grainville ...

2026-04-13T15:15:37Z

MCC to host Jersey at Lords before Scotland A come to Grainville

Jersey Cricket is delighted to announce its men’s squad for a prestigious fixture against the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) to be played on Thursday 16 April at the iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground. The fixture represents a significant moment for Jersey Cricket, reflecting a long-standing and highly valued relationship with the MCC. The MCC’s commitment to […]

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Glitches in new electoral register leaves parish staff ‘up to ...

2026-04-13T15:07:28Z

Glitches in new electoral register leaves parish staff ‘up to their eyes’

PREPARATIONS for the forthcoming election have been forced into overtime as officials battle to ensure that a new electoral registration system is in place for polling day. Politicians have expressed concern around the introduction of automatic voter registration, with thousands of records not included in the initial version of the new system and parish officials […]

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Scouting stalwart welcomes former cub as new leader ...

2026-04-13T13:02:00Z

Scouting stalwart welcomes former cub as new leader

A LONG-SERVING scouts leader marked 50 years of service by investing one of her former cubs as a leader – 34 years after they first met. Christine Marett and her husband Mick Marett have been part of the 2nd Jersey Greve d’Azette scout group for a combined total of 102 years, both joining in their […]

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St Ouen on alert in bid to help reunite escaped dog with its ...

2026-04-13T08:40:00Z

St Ouen on alert in bid to help reunite escaped dog with its owner

A COMMUNITY campaign to reunite an escaped dog – missing for more than a week – with its owner has been taking place in St Ouen. Despite several sightings of Seth, the beloved pet has been at large since scrambling over a garden wall at the start of the month. Islanders are being asked to […]

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Bid to modernise and expand long-established Jersey dairy farm ...

2026-04-13T07:21:00Z

Bid to modernise and expand long-established Jersey dairy farm

PLANS have been lodged to modernise and expand a long-established Jersey dairy farm – including increasing herd numbers and replacing ageing buildings. The application, lodged on behalf of Cowley Farm in St Saviour, proposes demolishing an existing machinery store and calf pens and replacing them with new facilities, alongside an extension to an existing hay […]

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Social Security criticised over handling of a vulnerable ...

2026-04-13T07:18:00Z

Social Security criticised over handling of a vulnerable family’s benefits claim

THE Social Security Department has been criticised over its handling of a vulnerable family’s benefits claim – despite a tribunal ruling that the financial support could not be backdated. The Social Security Tribunal found that the department had relied on confusing, outdated and legally irrelevant guidance in the case of a parent seeking Child Personal […]

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Flying high as a Bergerac extra – just inches from the ...

2026-04-13T06:01:00Z

Flying high as a Bergerac extra – just inches from the legendary Red Baron

FAIR play to Brian Constantine. The former ITV Channel newsreader – whom I had the pleasure to work with back in the day – had long dreamed of bringing back Bergerac, and while he must have encountered many doubters along his decade-long journey, he only went and did it. Now Executive Producer of the reboot, […]

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Benefit fraud couple jailed ...

2026-04-12T11:34:00Z

Benefit fraud couple jailed

A COUPLE has been jailed after receiving more than 24,600 in income support while secretly receiving thousands each month in rental income from properties they owned in Ireland. Caroline and Gerard Kelly (61 and 59) were handed sentences of 18 and 12 months respectively at the Royal Court yesterday. Mrs Kelly admitted giving false information […]

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Contest for Constable looms in smallest parish ...

2026-04-12T10:40:00Z

Contest for Constable looms in smallest parish

A SITTING Constable has reversed his previous plans to retire from the States this summer, setting up the prospect of another contested election in the Island’s least-populated parish. David Johnson, who has served for four years as Constable of St Mary, having previously completed two terms as Deputy for the parish, has confirmed that he […]

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Government support for agriculture expanded amid Middle East ...

2026-04-12T10:17:00Z

Government support for agriculture expanded amid Middle East crisis

A GOVERNMENT scheme which provides financial support to the agriculture sector has been expanded to cover the increase in fuel costs as a result of the war in the Middle East. The Rural Support Scheme provides funding for the agricultural sector and local farm businesses and is designed to strengthen food security, foster innovation, and […]

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Ex-Assistant Minister hopes to return to political fray ...

2026-04-12T08:47:00Z

Ex-Assistant Minister hopes to return to political fray

A FORMER foreign exchange trader who served as an assistant minister between 2018 and 2022 has signalled his desire to return to the political arena. Lindsay Ash held the role of Deputy for St Clement for four years but was defeated at the 2022 election when he stood as a member of the Jersey Alliance […]

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Coronation Park improvements given go ahead ...

2026-04-12T07:56:00Z

Coronation Park improvements given go ahead

A MAJOR project at Coronation Park, which will see the Island’s first purpose-built pump track installed, has been given planning approval. The Infrastructure Department applied for permission to upgrade the L-shaped fields, which were gifted to Islanders by an anonymous benefactor in 2022. A portion of the land was then handed over to the next-door […]

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Wimbledon serve a masterclass as Jersey fall at the final hurdle ...

2026-04-11T18:34:48Z

Wimbledon serve a masterclass as Jersey fall at the final hurdle

JERSEY RFC MEN’S quest for an invincible season in Regional 1 South Central fell at the final hurdle after they were beaten 26-30 by Wimbledon in a fiercely contested encounter at CoinShares Park this afternoon. Jersey were shown three yellow cards throughout a frustrating 80 minutes in their final league game of the season, where […]

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Bulls leave it late for crucial win at Beckenham ...

2026-04-11T17:20:38Z

Bulls leave it late for crucial win at Beckenham

JERSEY BULLS left it until the 81st minute to snatch all three points from Eden Park Avenue this afternoon, claiming a 1-0 win against a stubborn Beckenham Town to all but seal their spot in the playoffs. Striker Lorne Bickley netted his 22nd goal of the season with just nine minutes remaining in a crucial […]

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Longevity framework for Jersey launched ...

2026-04-11T16:45:35Z

Longevity framework for Jersey launched

ISLANDERS of all demographics are struggling with loneliness, according to a group campaigning for quality of life. The Island of Longevity is a “civic movement” seeking to promote policies that ensure a better quality of life for Jersey’s ageing population. Members launched ‘A Holistic Framework for Jersey’ at an event on Thursday night. Developed through […]

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The only way is up – extreme adventure lines up on Jersey ...

2026-04-11T13:49:21Z

The only way is up – extreme adventure lines up on Jersey starting line

THE southernmost point of the British Isles is serving as the launch pad for a 1,000-mile journey to the opposite extreme. Members of a four-man team have been mustering in Jersey this week ahead of a marathon trip over sea and land that is set to conclude on a rocky outcrop in the Shetland Islands […]

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Police career “has given me far more than I could ever hope to ...

2026-04-11T11:53:00Z

Police career “has given me far more than I could ever hope to get back”

After 34 years in policing, including 24 in the Island, one of Jersey’s most senior police officers is hanging up her hat this weekend. Detective Superintendent Alison Fossey, who was awarded an MBE at the end of the year in recognition of a lengthy career in law enforcement which has ranged from investigating child abuse […]

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“I want people to know we are here and ready to help” ...

2026-04-11T08:10:00Z

“I want people to know we are here and ready to help”

PARKINSON’S disease affects around 166,000 people across the UK, with that figure expected to rise over the next few years. The progressive neurological disorder, which primarily affects the central nervous system, has no known cure. With the population continuing to get older, the number of cases is likely to grow. But, with today marking World […]

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“Biggest game in recent history” beckons for Jersey ...

2026-04-11T08:00:00Z

“Biggest game in recent history” beckons for Jersey

JERSEY Men’s hockey team face what has been described as their “biggest game in recent history” tomorrow when they travel to Kent to take on Tunbridge Wells in the semi-final of the England Hockey Men’s Tier 2 Trophy. It is a familiar stage for the Islanders, led by captain Tom Millar and player-coach Robbie Forrest, […]

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Bob Marley hair fails to sell at Jersey auction after bids fall ...

2026-04-11T05:00:00Z

Bob Marley hair fails to sell at Jersey auction after bids fall short of reserve

THE AUCTION of a rare lock of Bob Marley’s hair has concluded without a sale after failing to meet its reserve price. The 1.5-inch dreadlock, offered by JC Auctions in Jersey on Thursday 9 April, was “passed” when the highest offer fell short of the seller’s minimum expectation. The lot, which had drawn significant publicity […]

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Repeat election candidate creates a new political party ...

2026-04-10T15:08:00Z

Repeat election candidate creates a new political party

A FORMER States Member who has previously campaigned for an “inclusive and diverse society” and affordable homes has registered a new political party, as the 2026 general election approaches. Nick Le Cornu became chair of the political party People First when it was registered at the end of last month. While Mr Le Cornu has […]

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