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July 29, 2026

Days left to apply for Back to School Bonus

Good Morning Jersey — 2026-07-29
– NOVEMBER 17: Feature on SEND provision and how schools deal with pupils with special educational needs and disabilities 17/11/25 FAMILIES have just days...
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Days left to apply for Back to School Bonus

Days left to apply for Back to School Bonus

• NOVEMBER 17: Feature on SEND provision and how schools deal with pupils with special educational needs and disabilities 17/11/25 FAMILIES have just days left to apply for Jersey's Back to School Bonus,

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Almanac · Daily readings

Today in Jersey

Low cloud bringing a risk of mist or fog patches in the south and west, otherwise sunny.

Local
20°C
Clear · High 25° · Low 19°
Wind
5mph
Moderate
High Tide
07:16
9.5
Sources
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Local news · 4 stories

The local news that matters this morning

Here's the local news from the past 24 hours, made easy to digest.

New playground planned as first step in multi-million Mont à l'Abbé redevelopment
Jersey Evening Post · Local news · yesterday

New playground planned as first step in multi-million Mont à l'Abbé redevelopment

• Field to east of Mont a L'Abbe school.
• La Pépinière, Field No.
• Adjoining Mont a l'Abbe school.

Assessment waiver for yacht club plans
Jersey Evening Post · Local news · yesterday

Assessment waiver for yacht club plans

• PLANS for development at St Aubin’s Yacht Club will not require a full Environmental Impact Assessment after the Environment Minister approved a waiver.
• Developments on land covered by seawater at high tide would ordinarily require an assessment under planning law.
• However, the minister concluded that, because of the proposal’s “small scale, size and nature”, it

Students reminded to get meningitis vaccine before heading to university
Jersey Evening Post · Local news · yesterday

Students reminded to get meningitis vaccine before heading to university

• STUDENTS preparing to leave for university this autumn are being reminded to get vaccinated against meningitis B before moving into halls of residence.
• Public Health has announced a series of walk-in MenB vaccination clinics throughout August for current Year 13 students – or those of an equivalent age – as well as young people under

Call to restore full States grant to Social Security Fund
Bailiwick Express Jersey · Local news · yesterday

Call to restore full States grant to Social Security Fund

• A backbench politician is calling on the States to fully reinstate its grant to the Social Security Fund from 2028 onwards.
• Deputy Max Andrews lodged a proposition urging the Assembly to ask the Treasury Minister to include the restored grant in the Government Budget for 2027 to 2030.
• He argued that the grant was only

Jobs · 5 vacancies

Jobs in Jersey

Fresh official vacancies from gov.je.

Government of Jersey — JobsJEBS Heating Engineers at Jersey Electricity PLCWe are looking to strengthen our team in our Jersey Electricity Building Services (JEBS). Being part of our team, you will uphold regulatory compliance, and high safety standards whilst upholding the company's purpose. The post holder will be expected to have a good understanding of heating systems, ability to replace oil/gas boilers with electric boilers, replacing and installing pressurised cylinders, willing to un View vacancy →Government of Jersey — JobsCare Assistant at Trinity247 Care Services LtdYou will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our clients’ wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven methods to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling life. As a Healthcare Assistant, you will play a key part in helping them achieve their care goals. You will implement individualised care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directe View vacancy →Government of Jersey — JobsLegacy and Relationship Fundraiser at British Red CrossLegacy and Relationship Fundraiser Location: Jersey (Hybrid) - candidates must be based in Jersey to be considered for this role Salary Range: £30,539 to £31,772 per annum, pro rata for part time Hours: 17.5 per week Contract: Permanent Imagine connecting with people who want to make a difference and helping them turn that passion into real, lasting impact. In this role, you will bring energy and empathy to every int View vacancy →Government of Jersey — JobsChief Executive Office at Community Savings LtdJob Purpose The Chief Executive Officer leads the strategy, performance and sustainability of Community Savings Ltd (CSL), a charity supervised by the Jersey Financial Services Commission and regulated by the Jersey Charity Commission. Working with the Board, the CEO ensures CSL is financially sustainable, operationally effective, compliant and focused on improving financial inclusion for vulnerable islanders. The CE View vacancy →Government of Jersey — JobsSite manager/foreman at Cattell Construction LimitedCattell Construction Limited is a small but highly respected owner-managed construction firm based in Jersey in the Channel Islands. The company has been trading for over 10 years and continues to grow. We are looking for an experienced working site manager to join our busy, established building company. You will be required to coordinate works on various domestic construction projects under the supervision and suppo View vacancy →
Sport · 4 items

Jersey sport

Latest sport stories from the island press.

Jersey Evening Post — SportBreaking news: Filip Nowacki Wins Gold in the 200m BreaststrokeFilip Nowacki has won Jersey's first gold medal since 1990, and the first gold medal in the swimming pool. His time of 2:07:87 was 0.52 seconds better than the next man. Remarkably this is his second medal of the games, with his silver medal coming in the 100m breaststroke. More to follow. Relive the action Read sport →Jersey Evening Post — SportAndrieux pushes seven-time world champion on encouraging Commonwealth debutAbbey Andrieux pushed seven-time world indoor bowls champion Katherine Rednall all the way in Games debut Picture: ROBBIE DARK ABBEY Andrieux produced an impressive performance against seven-time world indoor champion Katherine Rednall despite opening her Commonwealth Games campaign with d Read sport →Jersey Evening Post — SportLucy Woodward takes heptathlon by storm with two PB'sLucy Woodward began her heptathlon in style, with a pair of PB's in the 100m Hurdles and High Jump events. Picture: ROBBIE DARK SCOTSTOUN Stadium once again proved to be a vibrant hive of activity for the second day of athletics action, and we simply can't get enough of it! After Steven Ma Read sport →Jersey Evening Post — SportRoyal Juniors shine in Hampshire[L-R] Marley Austin-Vautier, Aiden Wilson, Oliver Bourke and Junior Organiser, Derek De La Haye THE Royal Jersey Golf Club's junior team secured a place on the national stage after claiming the Hampshire Green Jacket title with a composed display at Hockley Golf Club on Sunday 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 · GovernmentLatest greenhouse gas inventory publishedJersey’s greenhouse gas emissions fell by almost 49% between 1990 and 2024, with a 1% reduction between 2023 and 2024. Open source →Government of Jersey news · GovernmentTwo Jersey residents sentenced for being knowingly concerned in the importation of 84 grams of cocaineTwo men have been sentenced in the Royal Court today for the part they played in the attempted importation of 84 grams of cocaine. Open source →Government of Jersey news · GovernmentCredit reference agencies data sharing: Online opt-out option now availableA new online option has been added to support Islanders who do not want their personal information shared with UK credit reference agencies. Open source →Government of Jersey news · GovernmentJersey resident sentenced for importing £13,500 worth of heroin via the postal systemA man has been sentenced in the Royal Court in relation to the importation of 30 grams of heroin. 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 safetyVarious chocolate products ()Bon Bons Wholesale Ltd) 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 reportsCOVID-19 Spring Booster 2026: Vaccination Coverage ReportThis report sets out coverage of the COVID-19 Spring Booster 2026 vaccination programme, along with the context and challenges of reporting by eligible group in Jersey.The report provides:the total number of vaccines deliveredcoverage by age groupscomparison of uptake by eligible group across previous programsestimates of coverage of priority groups, supported by contextual information about data qualityReports on hi 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: Latest greenhouse gas inventory published. Jersey’s greenhouse gas emissions fell by almost 49% between 1990 and 2024, with a 1% reduction between 2023 and 2024. Open source ->Official notice: Two Jersey residents sentenced for being knowingly concerned in the importation of 84 grams of cocaine. Two men have been sentenced in the Royal Court today for the part they played in the attempted importation of 84 grams of cocaine. Open source ->Official notice: Credit reference agencies data sharing: Online opt-out option now available. A new online option has been added to support Islanders who do not want their personal information shared with UK credit reference agencies. Open source ->Official notice: Jersey resident sentenced for importing £13,500 worth of heroin via the postal system. A man has been sentenced in the Royal Court in relation to the importation of 30 grams of heroin. 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 ->
What's On · 8 items

What's on: next 14 days

A quick-view of 8 priority public listings from 8 tracked events over the next 14 days. Tap any item for the source and full details.

Wed 29 Jul · National Trust for Jersey · Visit Jersey events. 30 Bays Summer ChallengeWed 29 Jul · Jersey Zoo · Visit Jersey events. Summer Evenings at Jersey ZooThu 30 Jul · Jersey Development Company · Visit Jersey events. Wellness at The WaterfrontFri 31 Jul · Jersey Development Company · Visit Jersey events. Hola Friday! at Trenton SquareFri 31 Jul · Jersey Opera House · Visit Jersey events. Swing That MusicSat 1 Aug · Penguin Potters · Visit Jersey events. Artist Open Studios: Penguin PottersSat 1 Aug · National Trust for Jersey · Visit Jersey events. Summer Fête at Grève de LecqSat 1 Aug · Merton Aquadome · Visit Jersey events. Summer Pool Party & BBQ
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Amazon Picks · 3 Jersey searches

Three Island Amazon finds

Three rotating Jersey and Channel-Islands product searches, changed each issue.

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Island Amazon pick 1

Jersey cow, in gift form

The island's most famous export, minus the milking rota.

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Island Amazon pick 2

Bergerac on screen

Jersey's most famous fictional detective, for a nostalgic night in.

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Island Amazon pick 3

A history of the Channel Islands

From Neolithic dolmens to the modern States — the long view of the islands.

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Local fact · this day

Did you know? · Jersey

Construction of Mont Orgueil (Gorey) Castle began around 1204, after King Philip II of France seized mainland Normandy and Jersey stayed loyal to the English Crown.

Source →

Jersey Culture · fact and history

This day in Jersey

Fact
Jersey Museum and Art Gallery is recorded as a museum associated with Jersey.
Jèrriais
Jèrri — Jersey — the island's own name in its Norman language
Today · Outlook

The shape of the day ahead

Low cloud bringing a risk of mist or fog patches in the south and west, otherwise sunny. Wind 5 mph. Highs of 25°C.

Until tomorrow morning Have a lovely day.
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