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September 25, 2026

"I don't want to end up in the dock with you one day" – senior Island Energy officer gives evidence at Haut du Mont trial

Good Morning Jersey — 2026-09-25

Picture: JON GUEGAN. (38584363) A SENIOR Island Energy manager told the company’s chief executive that “I don’t want to end up in the dock with you one day”...
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"I don't want to end up in the dock with you one day" – senior Island Energy officer gives evidence at Haut du Mont trial

"I don't want to end up in the dock with you one day" – senior Island Energy officer gives evidence at Haut du Mont trial

• Picture: JON GUEGAN. (38584363) A SENIOR Island Energy manager told the company’s chief executive that “I don’t want to end up in the dock with you one day” during a clash over the failure to give suitable training to staff, the Royal Court has heard.

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Almanac · Daily readings

Today in Jersey

Sunny periods, perhaps some mist or hill fog for a time.

Local
18°C
Clear · High 21° · Low 17°
Wind
7mph
Moderate
High Tide
06:24
10.0
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.

“Jersey, where is the action?” Sexual violence charity challenges government over support for survivors
Bailiwick Express Jersey · Local news · yesterday

“Jersey, where is the action?” Sexual violence charity challenges government over support for survivors

• Side view young woman looking away at window sitting on couch at home.
• Frustrated confused female feels unhappy problem in personal life quarrel break up with boyfriend or unexpected pregnancy concept A Jersey charity has accused the government of failing to make sexual v

Guernsey man banned from football matches after Muratti violence
Bailiwick Express Jersey · Local news · yesterday

Guernsey man banned from football matches after Muratti violence

• Pictured: Guernsey fans went the length of the pitch at Springfield to goad their Jersey counterparts.
• A Guernsey man has been banned from football matches in the Channel Islands and issued a written caution after an investigation into post-match violence at May's Muratti Vase final.

New hospital risks becoming a care home as dementia patients wait months for places
Jersey Evening Post · Local news · yesterday

New hospital risks becoming a care home as dementia patients wait months for places

• Andy Weir, managing director of health Picture: ROB CURRIE. (39292956) DEMENTIA patients are deteriorating in hospital while waiting months for a nursing-home place, the Health's managing director has revealed – warning that without more capacity, the Island's new hospital risks becomin

Coronation Park extension opens, but with no pump track... yet
Channel 103 Jersey News · Local news · yesterday

Coronation Park extension opens, but with no pump track... yet

• Coronation Park has been made bigger, with new paths and a play area on the neighbouring former playing fields.
• But a much-anticipated pump track for bikes isn't there, yet.

Music, Singing and Parkinson’s: UK charity visits to train local providers
Channel Eye · Business · yesterday

Music, Singing and Parkinson’s: UK charity visits to train local providers

• Parkinsons is a condition that is very much on the rise.
• The Public Health Jersey Disease Projection Report highlights that Jersey's population over 65 is projected to rise significantly (making up 25% of the island by 2043).
• Because age is the primary risk factor for Parkinson's, local diagnoses are expected to rise concurrently.

100 Jersey fields listed as Minister says PFAS testing shows no contamination
Channel 103 Jersey News · Local news · yesterday

100 Jersey fields listed as Minister says PFAS testing shows no contamination

• Jerseys Infrastructure Minister has published a list of a number of over 100 fields where biosolids fertiliser were spread, following a Freedom of Information challenge.

Chamber survey highlights employer concerns over minimum wage increases
Channel Eye · Business · yesterday

Chamber survey highlights employer concerns over minimum wage increases

• The Jersey Chamber of Commerce has published the findings of a significant employer survey, revealing growing concern about the impact of recent minimum wage increases on business sustainability, recruitment and employment opportunities for young people.

Jobs · 5 vacancies

Jobs in Jersey

Fresh official vacancies from gov.je.

Government of Jersey — JobsPersonal Trainer and Fitness Experience Team member at Fitness First Jersey Ltd.We are keen to hear from you if you are looking to start or continue your Personal Training business. At Fitness First we offer the chance to be employed part-time for 10 hours a week as a Fitness Experience team member. And outside of your employed hours, operate a Personal Training business with the use of our clubs and fitness first members. What you'll be doing.... Improving the health of our members. Providing a View vacancy →Government of Jersey — JobsBus Driver at CT Plus Jersey LimitedJoin LibertyBus as a Full-Time Bus Driver and become an important part of Jersey’s public transport network. You’ll be responsible for providing a safe, reliable and welcoming service to our customers, helping people get to work, school, appointments, attractions and everything in between. We’re looking for responsible, friendly and professional individuals who enjoy working with people and take pride in delivering a View vacancy →Government of Jersey — JobsSenior Adminstrator, Pensions at Fairway Group LimitedThis is an opportunity to play an important role in delivering a clear, responsive and high-quality Employer Se Services experience for clients, participants and professional advisers, while contributing to Fairway's ambition to be a trusted provider and fiduciary partner of choice. The role offers broad exposure to employer-related and incentive arrangements, including pensions, and combines technical administration View vacancy →Government of Jersey — JobsHealthcare Assistant - Contracted at Christies Care LtdCare Assistant Start a rewarding career with Christies Care. For over 35 years, we've helped people remain independent in their own homes. Whether you're experienced in care or looking for a new career, we provide full paid training and ongoing support. As a Care Assistant, you'll support clients with personal care, medication, meal preparation, companionship, light housekeeping, moving and handling, and daily routin View vacancy →Government of Jersey — JobsHealthcare Assistant at Christies Care LtdCare Assistant Start a rewarding career with Christies Care. For over 35 years, we've helped people remain independent in their own homes. Whether you're experienced in care or looking for a new career, we provide full paid training and ongoing support. As a Care Assistant, you'll support clients with personal care, medication, meal preparation, companionship, light housekeeping, moving and handling, and daily routin View vacancy →
Sport · 4 items

Jersey sport

Latest sport stories from the island press.

Jersey Evening Post — SportBulls hold free-scoring Winchester to goalless draw on the roadLorne Bickley (pictured against Ashford Town) "worked his socks off", in the eyes of his captain Picture: DAVID FERGUSON. (42441784) CAPTAIN James Querée complimented his side's professionalism after keeping a clean sheet and securing a point away at free-scoring Winchester City on Saturday. He Read sport →Jersey Evening Post — SportIntroducing snooker prodigy, Archie GreierArchie Greier is coming into the new season with momentum on his side after winning the inaugural Channel Islands Snooker 900 Championship Picture: OLIVER KIDMAN SNOOKER sensation Archie Greier may have just won a title in emphatic fashion, but he is just getting started. It has been an intrigui Read sport →Jersey Evening Post — SportCieminski strikes gold for Jersey at Home InternationalMariusz Chieminski and Miguel Freitas claimed a silver medal in the Over 40 Men's Doubles category Picture: PAUL ROUTIER JERSEY No. 1 Mariusz Cieminski struck gold on home soil as the Jersey Table Tennis Association hosted the 2026 Veterans Home Nations tournament at Oakfield Read sport →Jersey Evening Post — SportBulls Women's match at Oxted & District suspended after horror injuryTHE Jersey Bulls Women's fixture away at Oxted & District yesterday was called off after just nine minutes after a horrific injury to winger Taylor Smythe. After contesting an innocuous high ball with her opposing right-back, an awkward landing led to Smythe suffering a triple dislocation to her leg. Paramedics were immediately on the scene 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 · GovernmentYoung people encouraged to have their say as Statistics Jersey launch the 2026 Children and Young People’s SurveyYoung people in Jersey will have the opportunity to have their views heard this autumn as Statistics Jersey launch the Jersey Children and Young People’s Survey Open source →Government of Jersey news · GovernmentCommunity Pharmacy initiative set to deliver better careFrom 21 September 2026, selected pharmacists in Jersey will be able to access key patient information, making it easier for Islanders to get advice, treatment, and support from their pharmacy Open source →Government of Jersey news · GovernmentChanges to residence and employment rules simplify processes for Islanders and businessesChanges to Jersey's residence and employment rules have come into effect, making it easier for businesses to recruit staff and for Islanders to build and maintain their residence status. 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 safetyHazy IPA products (Lucky Saint) 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 reportsPublic Health Jersey Immunisation Report 2025The annual report presents the latest statistics on childhood, teenage, maternal and adult immunisation programmes in Jersey. It primarily covers the 2025 calendar year.Teenage immunisations are reported for the 2025/26 academic year.Data is drawn primarily from:the Jersey Child Health Information System (CHIS; CarePlus) for childhood and teenage immunisationsthe GP Central Server (EMIS) for adult and maternal progra 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 - La Grande Route de St Jean - between La Rue du Becquet Vincent and La Rue des HouguettesIn effect. 24 Jan to 17 Oct. All Day. Road closed for the northern Sewer Network Upgrades project - area 8. Diversion routes posted. 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: Young people encouraged to have their say as Statistics Jersey launch the 2026 Children and Young People’s Survey. Young people in Jersey will have the opportunity to have their views heard this autumn as Statistics Jersey launch the Jersey Children and Young People’s Survey Open source ->Official notice: Community Pharmacy initiative set to deliver better care. From 21 September 2026, selected pharmacists in Jersey will be able to access key patient information, making it easier for Islanders to get advice, treatment, and support from their pharmacy Open source ->Official notice: Changes to residence and employment rules simplify processes for Islanders and businesses. Changes to Jersey's residence and employment rules have come into effect, making it easier for businesses to recruit staff and for Islanders to build and maintain their residence status. 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: Hazy IPA products (Lucky Saint) recall. 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.

00:39
▼ Low
2.3m
06:24
▲ High
10.0m
12:58
▼ Low
2.2m
18:40
▲ High
10.4m

Source:Ports of Jersey tide tables (St Helier)

What's On · 18 items

What's on: next 14 days

A quick-view of 18 priority public listings from 18 tracked events over the next 14 days. Tap any item for the source and full details.

25–27 Sep · Jersey Festival of WordsJersey Festival of Words25–26 Sep · Curfew SpeakeasyNegroni Week at Curfew25, 27 & 30 Sep · Jersey HeritageTudor Falconer at Mont Orgueil Castle26 Sep · Skateboard JerseyBowl Ā Crock | A Carnival of Skateboard Culture26–27 Sep · Jersey Motorcycle & Light Car ClubMotocross at Sorel Point27 Sep · JOY RetreatEleMENtal: A Weekend for Men1 Oct · Kairos Arts CharityGroove Exchange – Jazz Night for Kairos Arts2 Oct · Jersey Arts CentreCrapaud ComedyFest! | The Crapaud Mixed Bill3 Oct · The Porter's StoreTOAST Weekend Brunch4 Oct · Jersey Motorcycle & Light Car ClubMotorcycle Trials4 Oct · 3D EventsStandard Chartered Jersey Marathon6 Oct · Jersey Arts CentreAmici Artium: Armand Djikoloun (clarinet)25–30 Sep; 1–8 Oct · ArtHouse JerseyArt in the Arches25–30 Sep; 1–8 Oct · Jersey HeritageField to Fork25–30 Sep; 1–8 Oct · Jersey HeritageSeeing The Light Exhibition25–30 Sep; 1–8 Oct · Jersey HeritageVraiqu’sie1–8 Oct · Bohemia Bar & RestaurantBohemia Bar's Oktoberfest1–8 Oct · Jersey Hospitality AssociationDelicious Jersey Dine-Out Festival
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Amazon Picks · 3 Jersey searches

Three Island Amazon finds

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A Jersey travel guide

For visiting friends or planning your own staycation corners of the island.

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The German Occupation of Jersey, in print

The island's defining five years — memoirs and histories worth shelf space.

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A proper map of Jersey

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Local fact · this day

Did you know? · Jersey

During the occupation a Jersey stonemason secretly laid a giant 'V for Victory' into the Royal Square's flagstones, hiding it under sand each night until Liberation in 1945.

Source →

Jersey Culture · fact and history

This day in Jersey

Fact
Parish Church of Saint Clement is recorded as a church building associated with Jersey.
Jèrriais
La mé — The sea
Today · Outlook

The shape of the day ahead

Sunny periods, perhaps some mist or hill fog for a time. Wind 7 mph. Highs of 21°C.

Until tomorrow morning Have a lovely day.
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