James Jeune

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Delivery partnership to progress Elizabeth Harbour plans

1 week ago | jerseyeveningpost.com | James Jeune

PORTS of Jersey has signed a contract for the design of construction work to reconfigure Elizabeth Harbour. A delivery partnership, led by VolkerFitzpatrick, VolkerStevin and Geomarine, with specialist supply chain partners Arup and Boskalis, was selected following a procurement process. It will see the development of detailed designs for construction work to reconfigure Elizabeth Harbour as part of Ports of Jersey’s wider Harbour Master Plan.
From Jersey With Love... Cavill still in the frame for 007 role, say oddsmakers

1 week ago | bailiwickexpress.com | James Jeune

Oddsmakers still have Henry Cavill in the running to secure ’00’ status, with one online betting guide now marking the Jersey-born actor as the third most likely selection for the next James Bond. According to new estimates from betting experts at Online Betting Guide, the former St Michael’s pupil has a 16.7% probability of taking on the role, placing him behind Theo James (30.8%) and Aaron Taylor-Johnson (50%).
Elizabeth Harbour work to start next year as “milestone” design contract signed

1 week ago | bailiwickexpress.com | James Jeune

Ports of Jersey has reached “another milestone” in its plans for a major transformation of the Elizabeth Harbour after signing a design contract for the construction work – which is due to commence next year. A delivery partnership – led by VolkerFitzpatrick, VolkerStevin and Geomarine, alongside specialist supply chain partners Arup and Boskalis – was selected following a procurement process.
Consultation highlights support for overhaul of alcohol licensing law

1 week ago | jerseyeveningpost.com | James Jeune

SUPPORT for an overhaul of Jersey’s “onerous” and “outdated” alcohol licensing law has been underscored by responses to a consultation on proposed updates to the 50-year-old legislation. Feedback on proposed changes to the existing Licensing (Jersey) Law 1974 has been published by Economic Development Minister Kirsten Morel.
Gorey Pier structural investigations given green light by planning

1 week ago | jerseyeveningpost.com | James Jeune

PORTS of Jersey has received planning permission to proceed with “essential” structural investigations as part of its plans to stabilise Gorey Pier. The work, which will be carried out by UK company Terra Firma, began yesterday and is expected to take between four and six weeks. It follows the approval of a planning application from Ports to enable “intrusive” structural investigations into the condition of the pier.
Rent increases "fed into" rise in food bank usage, says charity CEO

1 week ago | bailiwickexpress.com | James Jeune

Growing food bank usage in Jersey has been partially driven by tenants paying more to “keep roofs above their heads”, according to the boss of a Catholic social action charity. Caritas Jersey CEO Patrick Lynch highlighted the impact of rent increases on islanders struggling to meet living costs during a hearing of the Environment, Housing and Infrastructure Scrutiny Panel.
Government CEO highlights "sobering" expert report on Jersey's economy

1 week ago | bailiwickexpress.com | James Jeune

“Sobering” advice from the panel of experts responsible for advising the Government on economic matters has been highlighted by the CEO – who said Ministers have been advised to take “a more prudent approach to public spending”. Dr Andrew McLaughlin told members of the Public Accounts Committee that the Fiscal Policy Panel’s latest report had warned that “the risks to growth have increased”.
Jersey's portfolio of arms-length bodies "beset by Parkinson's Law"

1 week ago | jerseyeveningpost.com | James Jeune

JERSEY’s arms-length bodies “create work for each other”, according to the government’s chief executive – who has warned the Island could be spending “too much money within the system”. Dr Andrew McLaughlin told members of the Public Accounts Committee the issue formed part of the “complexity of governance in Jersey”. The Public Accounts Committee is currently undertaking a review into the governance surrounding government-owned arm’s-length bodies and organisations.
Part of La Moye designated young offenders institution "to meet young people’s needs at this time"

2 weeks ago | jerseyeveningpost.com | James Jeune

CHILDREN are being held in the Island’s adult prison, the JEP can reveal – reigniting concerns over how Jersey supports some of its “most vulnerable” Islanders. Children’s Commissioner Carmel Corrigan has described the situation as “very disappointing” and urged ministers to find “a long-term solution”. She made the comments after the government confirmed that a “suitable” area of La Moye was being used “in order to meet young people’s needs at this time”.
Jersey to face "historic policy choice" in deciding future of Health

2 weeks ago | jerseyeveningpost.com | James Jeune

MOST of the factors driving overspending in the Health Department “don’t look like they’re going away”, according to the government’s chief executive – who has said Jersey will face another “historic policy choice” in deciding what to do with the service. Andrew McLaughlin made the comments during the hearing of the Public Accounts Committee on Wednesday afternoon.