2026 news

An independent review of Jersey’s criminal justice system has taken place as part of the Government of Jersey’s work to implement the recommendations of the Taskforce on Violence Against Women and Girls.

Jersey has taken a major step forward in modern legislative drafting with the publication of the Computer-Readable Legislation Project report

Statement from the Education and Lifelong Learning Minister, Deputy Rob Ward.

Statement from the Minister for Education and Lifelong Learning, Deputy Rob Ward.

The Government of Jersey welcomes Standard & Poor's latest credit rating for Jersey.

The Government of Jersey has confirmed its intention to bring forward dedicated modern slavery legislation for Jersey.

Statement from the Minister for the Environment, Deputy Steve Luce.

Two men have been sentenced by the Royal Court for assisting unlawful immigration.

“Today’s sentencing by the Royal Court is a powerful reminder that breaches of Jersey’s immigration legislation will not be tolerated."

Innovative Islanders will soon be able to protect designs such as trademarks, patents and industrial designs in many jurisdictions worldwide using a single form.

The public consultation on the proposed 2030 phase-out of petrol and diesel vehicles has now closed after a 12 week period of engagement.

More Islanders than ever before can apply for social rented housing, following changes implemented by the Minister for Housing.

The Minister for Treasury & Resources has lodged measures before the States Assembly to establish the Jersey Capital Investment Fund.

Work has started on the memorial garden at Haut du Mont, which is in honour of the ten Islanders who died following the explosion in December 2022.

The Minister for Social Security, Deputy Lyndsay Feltham, has today announced changes to services and support for carers and people with care needs.

Following the announcement of Bouygues UK as the Preferred Tenderer for the Acute Hospital at Overdale, a series of Meet the Buyer events will be taking place.

In recognition of World Cancer Day on Wednesday 4 February 2026, Islanders are invited to join an event from 11am to 3pm at the Jersey Library. in St Helier

Statement from Deputy Rob Ward Minister for Education and Lifelong Learning.

The Chief Minister and Assistant Chief Minister are pleased to publish the 2025 Common Population Policy Annual Report.

The Council of Ministers is strengthening safeguards to protect children and young people from online harm.

Paul Aked, Head of Jersey Met, has published a blog and video explaining how this is calculated.

Reminder for all parents with children due to start secondary school in September 2026.

The Reading Island Network has welcomed the launch of the National Year of Reading and announced two major initiatives.

From Sunday 1 February, retailers will no longer be permitted to sell remaining stocks.

An agreement has been reached by ministers and the Jersey Employment Trust to ensure JET can continue to provide support to Islanders.

The Government of Jersey has not introduced any changes to passport requirements for travel between Jersey and the UK.

Statement from the Minister for Social Security, Deputy Lyndsay Feltham, on the Jersey Employment Trust.

Statement from the Minister for Social Security, Deputy Lyndsay Feltham, on the Jersey Employment Trust.

The Minister for Housing has today published an update on progress made in supporting Islanders who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless.

The Minister for Infrastructure today addressed representatives from across the construction and engineering sectors.

Speed limit signs will begin to be updated from Monday 19 January, in St Ouen.

Statement from the Minister for Social Security on the Jersey Employment Trust.

he Minister for Justice and Home Affairs has welcomed the lodging of key legislation.

The Minister for Housing is calling for applicants to serve on Jersey’s new Rent Tribunal.

There are a lot of reports of fallen trees and debris on the roads but our teams are out there clearing up - please travel with care.

A major incident is being declared from 7pm today. The RED wind warning remains in place with peak winds expected between 7pm and 3am.

Jersey Met has issued a RED wind warning as Storm Goretti approaches. The Government of Jersey has issued the following advice

Jersey Met is continuing to monitor Storm Goretti and how it will affect the Channel Islands

Stepbrothers from Manchester have both been sentenced today by the Royal Court.

New volunteering programme offers Islanders opportunity to contribute their time, skills, and compassion to support patients, families and visitors.