“The Jersey way” not to blame for Haut du Mont tragedy, Island Energy lawyer says

        October 16, 2026

“The Jersey way” not to blame for Haut du Mont tragedy, Island Energy lawyer says

Good Morning Jersey — 2026-10-16

Haut du Mont explosion Pier rd partly reopened as far as the slip road to Fort Regent Picture: JON GUEGAN. (34978897) THE safety procedures in place at...
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“The Jersey way” not to blame for Haut du Mont tragedy, Island Energy lawyer says
• Haut du Mont explosion Pier rd partly reopened as far as the slip road to Fort Regent Picture: JON GUEGAN. (34978897) THE safety procedures in place at Island Energy before the Haut du Mont explosion were “adequate” and in line with the “Jersey way of doing things”, jurors were told yes
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Almanac · Daily readings
Today in Jersey
Cloudy with rain by dawn, clearing to sunny spells by mid-morning.
Local
17°C
Overcast · High 17° · Low 13°
Wind
12mph
Fresh
High Tide
09:54
9.3
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.
Jersey Evening Post · Local news · yesterday
£3,600 bill for homemade 25mph bike
• Magistrates Court.
• Picture: ROB CURRIE. (38995043) A 20-YEAR-OLD who fitted an electric motor and throttle to a bicycle given to him by his grandfather and turned it into an “unregistrable vehicle” capable of reaching 25mph has been fined £3,600.
Bailiwick Express Jersey · Local news · yesterday
Clean sweep sees Jersey retain the Claret Jug
• Emily Duncan and Claire Boote in action for the Women's Open team, who claimed a stunning 5-4 win over Guernsey after requiring a drop-off to decide the teams Picture: OLIVER KIDMAN JERSEY Touch Rugby retained the Inter-Insular Claret Jug after winning all three Open fixtures against Guernsey at Jersey
Bailiwick Express Jersey · Local news · yesterday
Traffic measures to limit disruption during construction of new hospital
• The roads committee meeting took place at St Helier Town Hall.
• Restrictions on working hours, traffic marshalls and regular community engagement will be among the measures used to minimise disruption during the construction of the new hospital at Overdale.
Channel 103 Jersey News · Local news · yesterday
Mother funds special pram for bereaved parents
• Parents who suffer the heartbreaking loss of their baby at birth will soon have the option to take them outside the hospital in a special privacy pram.
Channel 103 Jersey News · Local news · yesterday
Water leak closes La Pouquelaye
• La Pouquelaye in St Helier is closed for emergency leak repairs.
Jobs · 5 vacancies
Jobs in Jersey
Fresh official vacancies from gov.je.
Government of Jersey — JobsNursery Officer at Nestling Day Care NurseryNestling Day Care Nursery has an exciting opportunity for a Level 3 Nursery Officer to join our dynamic and friendly team. This is an opportunity to further a career in Childcare and Education We offer an excellent working environment in a purpose-built Nursery for 47 children from 3 months to school age. We offer a 4-day working week and extra holidays between Christmas and New Year included in your contract. We off View vacancy →Government of Jersey — JobsBench Hand at Benchmark Carpenters and Joiners Ltd.We are looking for a reliable and practical person to join our timber frame manufacturing team. You will have the opportunity to work in our factory manufacturing timber frame structures, joists and trusses, and sometimes working on-site with our fitters. There will also be times when you will be required for driving/deliveries. The role includes: Workshop fabrication and assembly Use of power tools and larger machin View vacancy →Government of Jersey — JobsSenior Stylist/Technician at Toni and GuyWe're hiring — Senior Stylist / Colour Technician| ToniandGuy Jersey We're looking for a passionate and experienced Senior Colour Technician to join our team in St Helier, Jersey. ToniandGuy trained is preferred but not essential — what matters is your skill, drive and ambition to work at the highest level. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a new chapter at ToniandGuy Jersey, working alongside an exceptio View vacancy →Government of Jersey — JobsValley Adventure - Centre Manager at Creepy Valley Adventure CentreValley Adventure Centre, Les Ormes, St Brelade, Jersey Full-time Position | Salary depending on qualifications and experience. Are you an outdoor professional with a passion for adventure and a talent for leading people? Valley Adventure Centre is looking for a Centre Manager to lead the staff team, look after our clients and keep standards high across every activity we offer. Reporting to the Board of Directors, you View vacancy →Government of Jersey — JobsWeekend Receptionist/Administration Assistant at Lakeside Care Home (Barchester)As a Receptionist/ Admin Assistant at Barchester care home, you will carry out a range of responsibilities to help us deliver the quality care and support our residents deserve. In this role, we will need you to answer the phone, handle our files and support our managers. You will also meet and greet visitors, engage with residents and show prospective clients and their families around so they can see what makes us s View vacancy →
Sport · 4 items
Jersey sport
Latest sport stories from the island press.
Jersey Evening Post — SportFormer champions, wet weather experts and exciting prospects battle in Jersey RallyWith an elite field battling tough, unpredictable wet conditions, it really is going to be a great battle for the title Picture: ROBBIE DARK (42492618) AN ELITE field and wet autumnal weather should ensure the Island’s biggest competitive motorsport event is a thrilling spectacle this week Read sport →Jersey Evening Post — SportJersey Kenpo Karate team return from Athens with 35 medalsJersey Kenpo Karate Association’s squad with their medals and trophy in Athens. Back row, left to right: Lisa Austick, Tim Albert, Alexander Austick, Alice Wesolowski, chief instructor Roy MacDonald BEM, Adelin Puican and head instructor Ray Molloy. Front row, left to right: Noah Aubert, James Wesolowski, Tobias Puttick Barrett, Iason Milosev and Zack Moon Read sport →Jersey Evening Post — SportTwo bronze medals for Le MasurierRory Le Masurier secured two bronze medals at the European Championships Picture: CLAIRE BILLON JERSEY teenager Rory Le Masurier has returned from the Under-15 European Badminton Championships with two bronze medals after an outstanding campaign in Norway. Just 14 years old, and studying Read sport →Jersey Evening Post — SportIsland tennis sensation chosen for LTA Inter-Regional national pathwayCharlie Wakeham won the Grade 3 Gosling Sports Park Winter Regional Tour 9U Boys Linked NINE-YEAR-OLD Charlie Wakeham is making waves on the national tennis scene, but his coach believes the biggest challenge now is ensuring the Jersey youngster gets the opportunities he needs to fulfil h 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 · GovernmentIsland organisations to teach lifesaving skills for Restart a Heart DayHCJ Resuscitation Service and States of Jersey Ambulance Service will host a public CPR awareness and training event on Friday 16 October Open source →Government of Jersey news · GovernmentMaternity Unit marks Baby Loss Awareness WeekHealth and Care Jersey is marking Baby Loss Awareness Week by remembering babies who have died and highlighting the support available for bereaved families Open source →Government of Jersey news · GovernmentConsultation opens on next stage of Jersey's Permitted Development RightsIslanders and industry representatives are being invited to take part in a consultation on proposals for the second stage of changes to Jersey’s permitted development rights. 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 safetySkinny Crunch Light Peanut Butter Bars (Halo Foods Limited) 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 Sector Staffing Statistics 2026The Council of Ministers and the States Employment Board (SEB) are committed to increasing statistical reporting relating to the public sector workforce in Jersey. The public have a right to good quality, detailed information on public sector employment. To help enable this, People Services are committed to and will be releasing public sector staffing statistics at a minimum of 6-monthly intervals. Public 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: Emergency Activity - St.Helier - La Pouquelaye - GHA, PSHSource: Road closures and delays. 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: Island organisations to teach lifesaving skills for Restart a Heart Day. HCJ Resuscitation Service and States of Jersey Ambulance Service will host a public CPR awareness and training event on Friday 16 October Open source ->Official notice: Maternity Unit marks Baby Loss Awareness Week. Health and Care Jersey is marking Baby Loss Awareness Week by remembering babies who have died and highlighting the support available for bereaved families Open source ->Official notice: Consultation opens on next stage of Jersey's Permitted Development Rights. Islanders and industry representatives are being invited to take part in a consultation on proposals for the second stage of changes to Jersey’s permitted development rights. 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: Skinny Crunch Light Peanut Butter Bars (Halo Foods Limited) 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.
04:14
▼ Low
3.1m
09:54
▲ High
9.3m
16:32
▼ Low
3.3m
22:10
▲ High
8.8m
Source:Ports of Jersey tide tables (St Helier)
What's On · 18 items
What's on: next 14 days
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16 & 23 Oct · Coast Bar & BistroLive Music at Coast Bar & Bistro16 Oct · The Atlantic HotelThe Atlantic x Tavola Dinner17 & 20 Oct · Jersey Bulls FCJersey Bulls FC Home Games17–18 Oct · Jersey HeritageLa Faîs'sie d'Cidre17 Oct · ArtHouse JerseyLive at the Barracks: Jennah Smart17, 18, 24 & 25 Oct · RandallsThe Oche Club Brunch Social18 Oct · Jersey Motorcycle & Light Car ClubMotorcycle Trials20, 22, 27 & 29 Oct · Jersey HeritageMeet Betsy the Cook22 Oct · Live at The SundownSongwriters Society: Sundown Sessions25 Oct · Trail Monkey JerseyBeast of The East Half Marathon26 Oct · Jersey HeritageYour Ghost Stories at Hamptonne16–29 Oct · Bohemia Bar & RestaurantBohemia Bar's Oktoberfest16–29 Oct · Jersey Hospitality AssociationDelicious Jersey Dine-Out Festival16–29 Oct · Jersey HeritageJersey's Royal Charters16–29 Oct · Jersey HeritageVraiqu’sie24–29 Oct · Jersey HeritagePlaying with Light24–29 Oct · Tamba BowlTambaBowl Fright-fest25–29 Oct · Jersey ZooSeven Days of Scares at Jersey Zoo
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Local fact · this day
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
All Saints is recorded as a church building associated with Jersey.
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Today · Outlook
The shape of the day ahead
Cloudy with rain by dawn, clearing to sunny spells by mid-morning. Wind 12 mph. Highs of 17°C.
Until tomorrow morning Have a lovely day. 
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