Jersey court rescues $15m trust from inheritance bill after tax planning mistake

        August 6, 2026

Jersey court rescues $15m trust from inheritance bill after tax planning mistake

        Good Morning Jersey — 2026-08-06A wealthy couple who spent years carefully planning how to pass their fortune on to future generations accidentally exposed a $15 million family trust to UK...
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Jersey court rescues $15m trust from inheritance bill after tax planning mistake
• A wealthy couple who spent years carefully planning how to pass their fortune on to future generations accidentally exposed a $15 million family trust to UK tax bill of more than half-a-million after a seemingly routine “tidying up” exercise, Jersey’s Royal Court has heard.
• But the court has now stepped in to undo the mistake,
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Jersey Evening Post · Local news · yesterday
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• Les Landes St Ouen Parched Island Picture: DAVID FERGUSON THE extended spells of dry weather have left farmers battling to save their harvest as large patches of the Island's agricultural land have been left scorched by the high heat.
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• Jersey Surf School instructors Libby Langlois, Tahlia Averty, Ibby Gault, and Cristabelle Jegard.
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• Organisers hope the event will show that everyone belongs in the
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• Hugo’s owner, Lou Stewart, is a veterinary nurse.
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Jersey Evening Post · Local news · yesterday
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• Clive Broadhead told th
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Jobs · 5 vacancies
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Government of Jersey — JobsCare assistant ( nights ) at Glanville HomeCare Assistant (Nights) – Full Time Glanville Care Home We are looking for a caring, compassionate and reliable Full Time Night Care Assistant to join our dedicated team at Glanville Care Home. Essential requirements: • Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a care setting. • A genuine passion for delivering high-quality, person-centred care. Desirable: • RQF Level 2 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent). If you are c View vacancy →Government of Jersey — JobsAssistant Mechanic at Jersey OysterThe Jersey Oyster Company are seeking to employ an Assistant Mechanic to assist in our very busy workshop. Duties include and are not limited to, Servicing and repairing of tractors and agricultural/aquaculture machinery, maintaining systems and pumps, servicing and maintaining shellfish grading machinery. Being able to fabricate parts would be desirable, however, not absolutely necessary. View vacancy →Government of Jersey — JobsAccount Manager at Fox Managed Services (CI) LimitedAn exciting opportunity has arisen to join Fox Trading Group Jersey team as an Account Manager for Easenmyne Foodservice. We’re seeking a driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment and takes pride in building meaningful, long-term partnerships. If you’re a natural relationship builder with a passion for driving growth and delivering results, this could be the ideal next step in your View vacancy →Government of Jersey — JobsDirector, Affluent Client Relationships at Standard Chartered JerseyWe are looking for an experienced and commercially driven Director, Affluent Client Relationships to join our Wealth and Retail Banking business in Jersey. This is an exciting opportunity to manage and grow a portfolio of high-value Affluent clients, providing tailored wealth solutions, high-quality advisory support and an exceptional client experience. In this role, you will act as a trusted advisor to clients, help View vacancy →Government of Jersey — JobsDriver: labour at Crest Construction Ltd**Key responsibilities include:** - Delivering materials, tools and equipment to and from construction sites\. - Loading and unloading materials\. - Assisting tradespeople with general labouring duties\. - Manual lifting and handling\. - Keeping sites clean, organised and well supplied\. - Carrying out other general tasks associated with construction projects\. - Applicants must be **25 years of age or older**\. - A View vacancy →
Sport · 4 items
Jersey sport
Latest sport stories from the island press.
Jersey Evening Post — Sport"The Games gave us the experience of our lives"JEP Sports Reporters [L R] Archie Corbett and Oliver Kidman give their personal flavour live from Glasgow from what was a memorable Commonwealth Games for Team Jersey. Picture: ROBBIE DARK Covering my first Commonwealth Games has been everything I hoped it would be. When people a Read sport →Jersey Evening Post — SportCampbell overcomes adversity to show his unbreakable spirit in the decathlonEvan Campbell showed immense heart and spirit to bounce back from a major setback this morning at Scotstoun Stadium. Picture: ROBBIE DARK WHEN we look back at Glasgow 2026, I think this morning's session in the decathlon will be remembered as one of Evan Campbell's defining mome Read sport →Jersey Evening Post — SportDe Sousa tie-break heroics hand Jersey win at Commonwealth GamesMalcolm De Sousa produced an excellent penultimate bowl in a tie-break vs Nieu to secure the Men's Pairs' second win of the games Picture: ROBBIE DARK ROSS Davis and Malcolm de Sousa held their nerve in a dramatic tie-break to claim a thrilling victory over Niue as Jersey's bowl Read sport →Jersey Evening Post — SportEntries open for 2027 Hospice Half MarathonEarly bird registration is open tomorrow for the 2027 Hospice Half Marathon Picture: ROB CURRIE Registration has opened for next year's Hospice Half Marathon, with organisers expecting the popular charity event to be bigger than ever following a record turnout in 2026. The race r Read sport →
Local utility · Practical note
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Official notices · 8 items
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Government of Jersey news · GovernmentOpt in by 30 September to continue filing joint tax returnsIslanders who want to continue filing joint tax returns should opt in by 30 September. Open source →Government of Jersey news · GovernmentWeather warnings moving to Gov.jeFrom 6 August 2026, Channel Islands weather warnings will be published on gov.je/weather. Open source →Government of Jersey news · GovernmentRevenue Jersey Community Helpdesks return to the parishesIslanders are being encouraged to take advantage of a series of Revenue Jersey Community Helpdesks taking place across the Island this summer and autumn. Open source →Government of Jersey product recalls · Consumer safetyPower Adaptor (Lueden) Safety 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 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 →Road closures and delays · TransportRoad Closure: St.Helier - St Saviour`s Road - Between Brooklyn Street and Pleasant StreetIn effect. 18 Jul to 5 Sept. All Day. Road closed for excavation works to overlay Low voltage cables and complete service transfers prior to resurfacing in 2027. Diversion routes and one-way systems signposted. Open source →Road closures and delays · TransportRoad Closure: St.Saviour - Bagatelle Road - Between Le Clos de Malershe and Patier Road.In effect. 20 Jul to 21 Aug. All Day. Resurfacing of Bagatelle Road and a small section at the bottom of Mont Millais. More information about the scheme can be found at www.gov.je/travel/roads. Diversion routes posted. Open source →
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Official notice: Opt in by 30 September to continue filing joint tax returns. Islanders who want to continue filing joint tax returns should opt in by 30 September. Open source ->Official notice: Weather warnings moving to Gov.je. From 6 August 2026, Channel Islands weather warnings will be published on gov.je/weather. Open source ->Official notice: Revenue Jersey Community Helpdesks return to the parishes. Islanders are being encouraged to take advantage of a series of Revenue Jersey Community Helpdesks taking place across the Island this summer and autumn. Open source ->Official notice: Power Adaptor (Lueden) Safety Notice. Source: Government of Jersey product recalls. Open the linked item for the full Jersey context and latest details. Open source ->Official notice: COVID-19 Spring Booster 2026: Vaccination Coverage Report. This 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 del Open source ->
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Thu 6 Aug · Jersey Opera House · Visit Jersey events. Dantastic Summer CampThu 6 Aug · Jersey Development Company · Visit Jersey events. Wellness at The WaterfrontFri 7 Aug · Jersey Development Company · Visit Jersey events. Hola Friday! at Trenton SquareFri 7 Aug · Bohemia Bar & Restaurant · Visit Jersey events. Rumor Rosé FridaysSat 8 Aug · Open Studios · Visit Jersey events. Artist Open Studios: Bluestone StudioSat 8 Aug · Ouen Home · Visit Jersey events. Artist Open Studios: Ouen HomeSat 8 Aug · Westhill Country Hotel · Visit Jersey events. Summer BBQsMon 10 Aug · Jersey Heritage · Visit Jersey events. Meet Winter the Serf
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Local fact · this day
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La Hougue Bie in Jersey is one of the largest and best-preserved Neolithic passage graves in Europe, in use between roughly 4000 and 3250 BC.
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