Bereaved family welcomes ‘positive first step’ towards Jersey equivalent of Martha’s Rule

        August 30, 2026

Bereaved family welcomes ‘positive first step’ towards Jersey equivalent of Martha’s Rule

Good Morning Jersey — 2026-08-30

PICTURED: 72-year-old mother Sue Brizell. PLANS to introduce a rule ensuring “patients and families are listened to” have been welcomed as a “positive first...
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Bereaved family welcomes ‘positive first step’ towards Jersey equivalent of Martha’s Rule
• PICTURED: 72-year-old mother Sue Brizell.
• PLANS to introduce a rule ensuring “patients and families are listened to” have been welcomed as a “positive first step” by the family of a vulnerable mother who died after becoming septic and whose concerns were not adequately heard by hospital staff
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Almanac · Daily readings
Today in Jersey
Sunny periods, but a chance of the odd light shower at first.
Local
18°C
Overcast · High 22° · Low 18°
Wind
11mph
Moderate
High Tide
08:38
10.8
Sources
25
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Local news · 4 stories
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Jersey Evening Post · Local news · yesterday
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Bailiwick Express Jersey · Local news · yesterday
Got the brass? 150-year-old Island band hoping to drum up interest
• Pictured: The Band of the Island of Jersey at the Battle of Flowers Moonlight Parade.
• BAND OF THE ISLAND OF JERSEY They've been providing the soundtrack to Island life for 150 years… and now one of Jersey’s oldest musical institutions is looking for a new generation to join its ranks.
Channel 103 Jersey News · Local news · 5 days ago
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• DFDS says it's currently working on finalising its timetables for the Christmas and New Year period.
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More time for islanders to have their say on Jersey's minimum wage
• The Jersey Employment Forum has reopened a consultation on the minimum wage.
Jobs · 5 vacancies
Jobs in Jersey
Fresh official vacancies from gov.je.
Government of Jersey — JobsHCA/ Support worker at Personal Touch Care Services LtdJoin Our Caring Team as a Community Health Care Assistant Are you seeking a rewarding career change? Do you have a passion for making a positive impact in people's lives? At Personal Touch Care Services Ltd, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care to the people of Jersey since 2013. We are expanding our team and invite you to be part of our compassionate and professional workforce. Benefits • Competitive salar View vacancy →Government of Jersey — JobsTrainee Engineer at Fox Managed Services (CI) LimitedPurpose of the Role The Trainee Engineer will support the installation, servicing, maintenance and repair of mobility, healthcare and assistive living equipment across the Channel Islands. This is a development role designed for someone looking to build a long-term career in engineering. Through structured training, mentoring and hands-on experience, you will develop the technical, safety and customer service skills View vacancy →Government of Jersey — JobsOccupational Health Technician at Health Partners Group LimitedWe are seeking an Occupational Health Technicians to join our team in Jersey. In this role, you will be required to visit client sites to deliver high-quality health surveillance services. This is a varied and rewarding role that plays a vital part in ensuring the health and wellbeing of employees across a range of industries. This is a great opportunity for an enthusiastic and reliable individual to expand their ski View vacancy →Government of Jersey — JobsOnline Store Administrator and Operations Assistant at Leonidas ChocolatesFull-Time (Permanent) and Part-Time (Flexible / School Hours) We are hiring proactive team members to support our growing online store (chocolate-express.co.uk). Online Admin and Customer Support: Print/process online orders, complete shipping docs, and handle customer queries via email, phone, and website chat. Focus purely on order admin during major trade periods (Christmas, Valentine’s, Mother’s Day, Easter). Han View vacancy →Government of Jersey — JobsExperienced Gardener/Landscaper at Gardening Solutions JerseyGardeners, Landscapers and General Labourers Wanted We are looking for experienced gardeners and landscapers, as well as reliable general labourers, to join our growing team. For gardening and landscaping roles, experience is preferred, particularly with: - Hedge cutting - Lawn mowing - Strimming - General garden maintenance - Landscaping work such as fencing, paving, decking or similar However, experience is not ess View vacancy →
Sport · 4 items
Jersey sport
Latest sport stories from the island press.
Jersey Evening Post — SportUrgent call for marshals ahead of RBC Race for KidsST HELIER, JERSEY – SEPTEMBER 29, 2019: The RBC Race for the Kids race during the RBC Super League Triathlon Jersey on September 29, 2019 in St Helier, Jersey. (Photo by Tom Shaw/Superleague Triathlon) ORGANISERS of the Supertri Pro Series Final have issued an urgent appeal f Read sport →Jersey Evening Post — SportDeparture of Bulls stars testament to Island pathwaySofia Rodrigues (right) will play in Southern Region Women's Football League Division One South for Bournemouth Sports Reserves Picture: ROB CURRIE JERSEY Bulls Women are increasingly becoming a springboard for players looking to test themselves in the English football pyramid. Following Read sport →Jersey Evening Post — SportHillclimb aces set to thrillA wide array of cars and bikes will be taking on these challenging hills over the weekend for the CVMRC's Festival of Speed Picture: JERSEYMOTORINGMEDIA A BLOCKBUSTER weekend of adrenaline-pumping hillclimb action is set to close out the season in style with the Classic Vintage & Modern Racing Cl Read sport →Jersey Evening Post — SportLe Brun joins eliteJersey's Matt Le Brun proved that he's up there with the UK's best supermoto riders over the weekend, overcoming several challenges en route to taking the S1 Elite title at Oliver's Mount Picture: BJB.PHOTOS JERSEY’S Matt Le Brun proved he is up there with the nation’s elite riders this past wee Read sport →
Local utility · Practical note
Today in Jersey
Check weather, roadworks, bus updates, harbour and airport links before you leave. Source links are included so readers can verify live changes.
Official notices · 8 items
Official notices and public business
Government updates, States Assembly propositions, roads and public records that may affect readers today.
Government of Jersey news · GovernmentStatement on the minimum wageThe Chief Minister and Minister for Sustainable Economic Development have clarified the Government’s position following recent comments on Jersey’s statutory minimum wage Open source →Government of Jersey news · GovernmentJersey students receive their A-Level and Level 3 resultsJersey students have received their A Level and other equivalent qualifications results today. The overall pass rate was 98.7% of all A Levels taken by Jersey students. Open source →Government of Jersey news · GovernmentMinister acts to address ETA-related travel disruptionThe Minister for Justice and Home Affairs is continuing to press for action to address travel difficulties experienced by some Islanders since the introduction of the UK's Electronic Travel Authorisation scheme. Open source →digitalStates propositions · States AssemblyP.58/2026: Channel Islands Lottery Distribution of Proceeds 2026States Assembly proposition adopted on 2026-03-30; lodged by Minister for Sustainable Economic Development; vote 45 pour, 0 contre. Open source →Government of Jersey product recalls · Consumer safetyMacroom Buffalo Mozzarella and Macroom Buffalo Bocconcini (Macroom Buffalo Cheese Products) – Recall NoticeSource: Government of Jersey product recalls. Open the linked item for the full Jersey context and latest details. Open source →Government of Jersey reports · Government reportsJersey Child Measurement Programme 2025 to 2026The Jersey Child Measurement Programme (JCMP) measures the height and weight of children in Reception class (aged 4 and 5) and Year 6 (aged 10 to 11), to assess overweight and obesity levels in children and primary schools.This report summarises the key findings of the JCMP for Jersey for the school year 2025 to 2026.The report contains analyses of height, Body Mass Index (BMI) classification rates by age and sex as Open source →Jersey Fire & Rescue Service · Public safetyOn-Call Firefighter training at the former Oaklands Lodge siteSource: Jersey Fire & Rescue Service. Open the linked item for the full Jersey context and latest details. Open source →Road closures and delays · TransportRoad Closure: Trinity - Les Charrieres de BoulayStarts soon. 31 Aug to 31 Aug. All Day. Road closed for the annual Jersey Motor Cycle and Light Car Club Hill Climb Event. Open source →
Resident Desk · official
Public notices and resident checks
Council, planning, travel and official-source items that make this edition useful beyond the headlines.
Official notice: Statement on the minimum wage. The Chief Minister and Minister for Sustainable Economic Development have clarified the Government’s position following recent comments on Jersey’s statutory minimum wage Open source ->Official notice: Jersey students receive their A-Level and Level 3 results. Jersey students have received their A Level and other equivalent qualifications results today. The overall pass rate was 98.7% of all A Levels taken by Jersey students. Open source ->Official notice: Minister acts to address ETA-related travel disruption. The Minister for Justice and Home Affairs is continuing to press for action to address travel difficulties experienced by some Islanders since the introduction of the UK's Electronic Travel Authorisation scheme. Open source ->Official notice: P.58/2026: Channel Islands Lottery Distribution of Proceeds 2026. States Assembly proposition adopted on 2026-03-30; lodged by Minister for Sustainable Economic Development; vote 45 pour, 0 contre. Open source ->Official notice: Macroom Buffalo Mozzarella and Macroom Buffalo Bocconcini (Macroom Buffalo Cheese Products) – Recall Notice. Source: Government of Jersey product recalls. Open the linked item for the full Jersey context and latest details. Open source ->
Tide Table · Today
Tides · St Helier
Times shown local to Jersey.
03:02
▼ Low
1.4m
08:38
▲ High
10.8m
15:15
▼ Low
1.5m
20:53
▲ High
11.1m
Source:Ports of Jersey tide tables (St Helier)
What's On · 16 items
What's on: next 14 days
A quick-view of 16 priority public listings from 16 tracked events over the next 14 days. Tap any item for the source and full details.
30 Aug · Les Landes RacecourseLes Landes Horse Race Days30 Aug · Merton AquadomeSummer Pool Party & BBQ31 Aug · The Atlantic HotelSummer Bank Holiday BBQ and Beats1, 3, 8 & 10 Sep · Jersey Development CompanyWellness at The Waterfront4 Sep · Jersey Cancer ReliefFamily Fun Night at the Merton Aquadome5 Sep · Jersey Motorcycle & Light Car ClubMotocross at Sorel Point5 Sep · 3D EventsSwimRun Jersey9 Sep · ArtHouse JerseyRest & Rewind Series: Sound Immersion10 Sep · Jersey Premier BrassJersey Premier Brass' Summer Concerts11 Sep · Jersey HeritageCastle Chase11–12 Sep · Weekender JerseyWeekender 202612 Sep · Jersey Motorcycle & Light Car ClubBeach Racing at Millbrook12 Sep · Jersey Opera HousePhantoms of the Popera Tour 2026 – starring G412 Sep · Ports of JerseyThe Jersey Dragon Boat Festival30–31 Aug; 1–5 Sep · Jersey Open Shore Angling Festival - JOSAFJersey Open Shore Angling Festival | JOSAF30–31 Aug; 1–12 Sep · La Mare Wine EstateLa Mare Meadow In Bloom
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Local fact · this day
Did you know? · Jersey
German forces occupied Jersey from 30 June 1940, making the Channel Islands the only part of the British Isles to be occupied by Nazi Germany in WWII.
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Fact
Saint Simon's is recorded as a church building associated with Jersey.
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Today · Outlook
The shape of the day ahead
Sunny periods, but a chance of the odd light shower at first. Wind 11 mph. Highs of 22°C.
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