Biker spared jail despite repeat drink-driving offence

        August 22, 2026

Biker spared jail despite repeat drink-driving offence

Good Morning Jersey — 2026-08-22

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Lead Story
Biker spared jail despite repeat drink-driving offence
• New Magistrates Court building in Union Street.
• Picture: ROB CURRIE 8-2-06 RO6A REF:00287827 Buildings: New Magistrates Court interior Crest New Magistrate's Court An Islander caught driving her motorcycle while over the alcohol limit for th
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Almanac · Daily readings
Today in Jersey
Sunny periods, but cloudier at times, with a chance of the odd shower.
Local
13°C
Clear · High 21° · Low 13°
Wind
4mph
Light
High Tide
14:20
7.4
Sources
25
checked for today
Local news · 7 stories
The local news that matters this morning
Here's the local news from the past 24 hours, made easy to digest.
Bailiwick Express Jersey · Local news · yesterday
IN NUMBERS: £13,000 campaigns, £5,000 donations and £100 of uneaten cakes… what did election candidates spend?
• Pictured: The Senatorial candidates for the 2026 election.
• From five-figure campaigns and professional support packages to rosettes, hotel drinks and £100 worth of baking supplies for cakes that were never actually handed out, Jersey's election expense returns reveal exactly where candidates put
Jersey Evening Post · Local news · yesterday
Jersey GCSE students outperform England counterparts
• Orla Brady, Fearne Pallot, Isabbe Wylie.GCSE Results at Les Quennevais school Picture: DAVID FERGUSON JERSEY'S GCSE students outperformed their English counterparts with more than three-quarters of grades being at C or above.
Bailiwick Express Jersey · Local news · yesterday
DIGEST: How much are Islanders earning?
• The latest average earnings index has landed… what does it tell us about Islanders’ wages over the past 12 months?
• Statistics Jersey has published the latest earnings figures for June 2026, which reveal how wages are faring in Jersey, which sectors are earning the most, and how much of an impact inflation is having.
Channel 103 Jersey News · Local news · yesterday
London man jailed for fraudulent purchases in Jersey worth over £10.5k
• A man from London has been sentenced to 2 years and 3 months by Jersey's Royal Court for attempting to purchase goods worth over £10,722 from Jersey retailers, using stolen card information.
Channel 103 Jersey News · Local news · yesterday
Report reveals what islanders are earning
• The typical pay for a full-time worker in Jersey is £930 a week.
Channel Eye · Business · yesterday
KPMG in the Crown Dependencies welcomes 34 new trainees across the islands
• KPMG in the Crown Dependencies has welcomed 34 new trainees across its offices in Guernsey, Jersey and the Isle of Man.
• The new joiners will work across a range of service lines while studying towards professional qualifications, gaining hands-on experience with clients and developing the skills needed to build successful long-term careers in professional services.
Channel Eye · Business · yesterday
Channel Islands and Isle of Man nominees named for Citywealth IFC Awards
• The list of nominees from the Channel Islands and Isle of Man shortlisted for a Citywealth International Financial Centre Award 2027 has now been released by the judges.
• The public vote is now open to allow the global private wealth industry to have their say.
Jobs · 5 vacancies
Jobs in Jersey
Fresh official vacancies from gov.je.
Government of Jersey — JobsCafe Front of House Manager at Jersey Pearl• Take full responsibility of our café Front of House. • Work with our excellent team to improve our offering and build our reputation to grow sales and run an efficient, profitable catering business. • Daily operations of the café, delighting our customers with excellent customer service • Work with the kitchen to continue the ongoing improvement of our food. • Recruiting and onboarding new colleagues with support f View vacancy →Government of Jersey — JobsSenior Officer, Business Enablement at Royal Bank of CanadaWhat is the opportunity? Are you a dynamic, organised professional with a passion for creating engaging workplace experiences? RBC is seeking a Senior Officer to support our Jersey office priorities related to employee engagement, communications, and marketing. In this vital role, you'll drive the consistent deployment of enablement priorities that delight employees and support an elevated client experience. You'll b View vacancy →Government of Jersey — JobsWorkshop Manager at The Jersey Farmers Trading UnionWe are looking for a hard-working and enthusiastic individual who will be reliable and work well within a small and friendly team. As the Workshop Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the workshop, ensuring all work is completed efficiently, safely, and to a high standard. View vacancy →Government of Jersey — JobsService Counters Assistant at Waitrose Jersey LimitedSource: Government of Jersey — Jobs. Open the linked item for the full Jersey context and latest details. View vacancy →Government of Jersey — JobsStory Starter Champion (Every Child Our Future) at Every Child Our FutureThis role is for a reliable person who is dedicated to the ethos of ECOF and has the skills and dispositions to promote this work with our youngest, Nursery children. The Champion will work with individual children each week in their Nursery setting talking about the texts, pictures, knowledge of the stories, preferences, life-associations etc. and taking the child's engagement beyond that of a passive listener. As t View vacancy →
Sport · 4 items
Jersey sport
Latest sport stories from the island press.
Jersey Evening Post — SportPassing the netball: A change in presidency for Jersey NetballLinda Andrews (left) has stepped down from her role as Jersey Netball after eight years, with Wendy Luce (right) taking over the role. Picture: ROBBIE DARK. (42335982) It is officially the final whistle for Linda Andrews as she bids farewell to her long-term presidency for Read sport →Jersey Evening Post — SportWilson holds his nerve to claim maiden CI Junior titleAiden Wilson (pictured) claimed his first Junior Channel Island Championship title with a 1up win over Guernsey's Josh Neville at L'Ancresse Picture: GARETH LE PREVOST AIDEN WILSON claimed his maiden Junior Channel Island Championship title with a 1up victory over Guernsey's Josh Neville a Read sport →Jersey Evening Post — SportRoyals take Division 1 title race down to the lastKush Pathak (pictured and his fellow International Royals teammates face Walkovers 2s on Sunday knowing a win will see them leapfrog Farmers 2s to the Division 1 40 Over title Picture: MARC LE CORNU The Domestic cricket Season 2026 edges toward its final sunset, yet the cricketing dra Read sport →Jersey Evening Post — SportOlympic pedigree confirmed to grace 2026 Supertri line upWaterfront. Super League Triathlon. Women's elite Triple Mix. Winner Cassandre Beaugrand Picture: ROB CURRIE THE Supertri Pro Series Final has announced some of the sport's biggest names ready to re-ignite triathlon's defining rivalry around Jersey's Marina. Men's Olympic champi 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 →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 safetyHapello Power Train (ASDA) 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 reportsHomelessness in Jersey Quarterly Reports 2026The Homelessness in Jersey Quarterly Reports provide anonymised data collected from the Island’s homelessness accommodation and support services about people who are homeless or at risk of experiencing homelessness in Jersey. These reports include data from each quarter about:the number of people who are homeless in Jerseythe reasons for homelessnessthe involvement of services in providing accommodation and support 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: St.Peter - La Grande Route de St Pierre - Between La Route du Manoir and La Rue du Vieux PresbytèreIn effect. 31 Jul to 26 Aug. All Day. Road closed to finalise drainage connections that could not be done before due to existing main levels. Diversion routes posted Open source →Road closures and delays · TransportOne Way (All Vehicles): St.Helier - St Clements Road - Between Dicq Road and La Route du FortStarts soon. 24 Aug to 27 Aug. Between AM and PM Peaks. St Clements Road between Dicq Road and La Route du Fort will be available for Northbound traffic only between 9am and 4pm whilst patching works take place. Diversion routes signposted. 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: 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: Hapello Power Train (ASDA) Recall Notice. Source: Government of Jersey product recalls. Open the linked item for the full Jersey context and latest details. Open source ->Official notice: Homelessness in Jersey Quarterly Reports 2026. The Homelessness in Jersey Quarterly Reports provide anonymised data collected from the Island’s homelessness accommodation and support services about people who are homeless or at risk of experiencing homelessness in Je Open source ->
Tide Table · Today
Tides · St Helier
Times shown local to Jersey.
01:13
▲ High
7.3m
07:51
▼ Low
4.9m
14:20
▲ High
7.4m
20:57
▼ Low
4.8m
Source:Ports of Jersey tide tables (St Helier)
What's On · 10 items
What's on: next 14 days
A quick-view of 10 priority public listings from 10 tracked events over the next 14 days. Tap any item for the source and full details.
22 Aug · Jersey Farmers MarketsJersey Farmers Market23 Aug · Jersey Premier BrassJersey Premier Brass' Summer Concerts26 Aug · Jersey ZooSummer Evenings at Jersey Zoo28 Aug · Jersey HeritageSummer Night Sessions at Mont Orgueil Castle28 Aug · Absolute AdventuresSundown Kayak Tour29 Aug · Bohemia Bar & RestaurantRumor Rosé Fridays3–4 Sep · Butterfield Jersey RegattaButterfield Jersey Regatta4 Sep · Curfew SpeakeasyVoices of the 1940s22–31 Aug; 1–4 Sep · Jersey HeritageVraiqu’sie29–31 Aug; 1–4 Sep · Jersey Open Shore Angling Festival - JOSAFJersey Open Shore Angling Festival | JOSAF
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Local fact · this day
Did you know? · Jersey
Iron Age and Neolithic finds at Mont Orgueil show the rocky headland above Gorey was fortified and used by people thousands of years before the medieval castle was built.
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Jersey Culture · fact and history
This day in Jersey
Fact
Macpela cemetery is recorded as a cemetery associated with Jersey.
Jèrriais
Jèrri — Jersey — the island's own name in its Norman language
Today · Outlook
The shape of the day ahead
Sunny periods, but cloudier at times, with a chance of the odd shower. Wind 4 mph. Highs of 21°C.
Until tomorrow morning Have a lovely day. 
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