Citizenship waits cut

        September 6, 2026

Citizenship waits cut

Good Morning Jersey — 2026-09-06

WAITING times for Islanders applying for British citizenship have fallen by six months following the introduction of a new technical system. New figures...
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Lead Story
Citizenship waits cut
• WAITING times for Islanders applying for British citizenship have fallen by six months following the introduction of a new technical system.
• New figures have shown that the average time taken to process naturalisation applications has dropped from 18 months to 12 months.
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Almanac · Daily readings
Today in Jersey
Sunny periods, but cloudier at times with the slight chance of a shower.
Local
17°C
Mainly clear · High 29° · Low 17°
Wind
7mph
Moderate
High Tide
14:24
8.0
Sources
25
checked for today
Local news · 5 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
GALLERY: New store offers Portuguese community a “taste of home”
• Popular Portuguese food store Atlântico has moved from Bath Street to a new home on La Motte Street.
• The business, which took over from Alfonso’s two years ago, is owned by Claudia Alves and her husband and specialises in products offering the Island’s Portuguese community a “taste of home”.
Jersey Evening Post · Local news · yesterday
Tenants forced from home amid fears ceiling could collapse
• PICTURED: A hole the ceiling above Mr McCann and Ms Cabe's bed.
• A COUPLE say they were forced to flee their St Helier flat and temporarily live in a hotel after their landlord failed to address a “dangerous” hole in the ceiling above their bed.
Channel 103 Jersey News · Local news · yesterday
Jersey RFC open season with defeat
• Jersey RFC's head coach says there's lots of positives to take, despite opening the new league season with defeat.
Channel 103 Jersey News · Local news · yesterday
Supertri returns to Jersey for all-star showdown
• World-class triathletes are returning to Jersey for the Supertri Pro Series Final but without Jonny Brownlee who's announced his retirement.
Bailiwick Express Jersey · Local news · yesterday
Jersey talent sought to bring local folk-horror film to life
• A locally inspired folk-horror film is searching for Jersey-based talent, volunteers and sponsors to help its creators bring the project to the big screen.
Jobs · 5 vacancies
Jobs in Jersey
Fresh official vacancies from gov.je.
Government of Jersey — JobsPainter and Decorator at PMB DecoratorsWe are looking for experienced Painters and Decorators to join our team. We are looking for decorators who take pride in their work and can produce a high standard of finish. Good attention to detail and a reliable attitude is essential. Applicants must have: Previous experience as a Painter and Decorator. A high standard of finish. Good attention to detail. Full driving licence and own transport. Good timekeeping an View vacancy →Government of Jersey — JobsCarpenter at Focus CarpentryDue to our workload expanding, We are looking for a carpenter to join our team. They must be willing to learn and hard working. Requirements: -5 years residency -driving licence and own transport We can offer a competitive salary, paid holidays,staff uniform and the option for overtime. View vacancy →Government of Jersey — JobsPolicy Adviser, Conduct and Prudential Policy at Jersey Financial Services CommissionReporting to the Head of Conduct and Prudential Policy, the Policy Adviser leads and contributes to regulatory policy initiatives that support the JFSC’s objectives and Jersey’s position as a proportionate, efficient and transparent international finance centre. The role focuses on conduct and prudential policy. It involves expert research and analysis, high-quality drafting, project delivery and engagement with inte View vacancy →Government of Jersey — JobsFacilities Services Operative at Complete Facilities LimitedWE’RE HIRING | FACILITIES SERVICES OPERATIVE Looking for a job where no two days are quite the same? We’re looking for a practical, reliable and proactive person to join our dynamic Facilities Services team at Complete Facilities. This isn’t your typical cleaning role. You’ll work across our business and customer sites throughout Jersey, stepping in where we need support most and helping us deliver a wide range of sp View vacancy →Government of Jersey — JobsHead of Client Development - Assurance at BDO LimitedResponsible for supporting client development and growth across the BDO Channel Islands ‘Assurance’ division spanning the Audit and Assurance (‘AandA’), Tax Services, and Business Services and Outsourcing (‘BSO’) Practices. The Head of Client Development will support Practice leadership to develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders (including clients, prospective clients, and intermediaries); coo 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 — SportHome advantage key as Jersey take on GuernseyBob Wickings captains the Jersey Senior Men Island Team against Guernsey this weekend Picture: ROB CURRIE JERSEY’S senior and junior golf squads will go head to head with Guernsey this weekend as the inter-insulars arrive at La Moye Golf Club. The action begins on Saturday afternoon, w Read sport →Jersey Evening Post — SportCassidy takes charge for Burgess HillThe Jersey Bulls take on Burgess Hill Town in the First Qualifying Round of the FA Cup Picture: DAVID FERGUSON THE FA Cup returns for the Jersey Bulls as they take on Step Three side Burgess Hill Town in the first qualifying round. Following their manic outing at Springfield on Monday aftern Read sport →Jersey Evening Post — Sport11 records broken in last hillclimb of 2026Matt Le Brun had a dream day at Bouley Bay, reclaiming two class records as well as setting the fastest ever time on a motorcycle Picture: DAVID FERGUSON JERSEY'S starring drivers and riders surely left the best till last, as several etched their names in the history books in what turned out to 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 · GovernmentJersey students receive their GCSE resultsJersey students have received their GCSE and other equivalent qualifications results today. Open source →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 safetyWaitrose Rhubarb Crumble (Waitrose & Partners) recallSource: 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 →
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: Jersey students receive their GCSE results. Jersey students have received their GCSE and other equivalent qualifications results today. Open source ->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 ->
Tide Table · Today
Tides · St Helier
Times shown local to Jersey.
01:35
▲ High
7.8m
08:20
▼ Low
4.3m
14:24
▲ High
8.0m
21:25
▼ Low
4.1m
Source:Ports of Jersey tide tables (St Helier)
What's On · 21 items
What's on: next 14 days
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6 Sep · Butterfield Jersey RegattaButterfield Jersey Regatta6 Sep · ArtHouse JerseyDementia Jersey Pop Up: This Is Me6 Sep · Jersey Motorcycle & Light Car ClubMotorcycle Trials6, 12, 13 & 19 Sep · Westhill Country HotelSummer BBQs6 Sep · SupertriSupertri Pro Series Final6, 12, 13 & 19 Sep · RandallsThe Oche Club Brunch Social8, 10, 15 & 17 Sep · Jersey HeritageMeet Beryl Pinel at Hamptonne8, 10, 15 & 17 Sep · Jersey HeritageSir Walter Raleigh at Elizabeth Castle8, 10, 15 & 17 Sep · Jersey Development CompanyWellness at The Waterfront9 Sep · ArtHouse JerseyRest & Rewind Series: Sound Immersion11 Sep · Jersey HeritageCastle Chase11–12 Sep · Weekender JerseyWeekender 202612 Sep · JOY RetreatEleMENtal: A Weekend for Men12 Sep · Ports of JerseyThe Jersey Dragon Boat Festival13 Sep · l'HorizonWedding Showcase at L'Horizon Beach Hotel15 Sep · Jersey HeritageMedieval Musicians at Mont Orgueil18–19 Sep · Jersey Festival of WordsJersey Festival of Words19 Sep · Parish of St HelierCorn Riots Festival19 Sep · Jersey HeritageFamily Day: Harvest19 Sep · National Trust for JerseyHeritage Open Day6–19 Sep · Jersey HeritageVraiqu’sie
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Did you know? · Jersey
Jersey's patron saint, the 6th-century hermit Helier, is traditionally said to have been beheaded by sea-raiders in AD 555, which is why crossed axes appear on the St Helier crest.
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Fact
Quetivel Mill is recorded as a watermill associated with Jersey.
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Today · Outlook
The shape of the day ahead
Sunny periods, but cloudier at times with the slight chance of a shower. Wind 7 mph. Highs of 29°C.
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