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Islanders are encouraged to share their feedback in a consultation about public buildings. The findings will inform the property management team in ensuring that our public estate is fit for purpose & supports the best possible standards for current & future public services. www.gov.je/consultations
January 15, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Get your flu vaccine or COVID-19 booster at a parish rock‑up clinic this January. Public Health is running clinics from 15–23 January, 10am–4pm 👉 Find out if your eligible, locations and more info: gov.je/wintervaccines
January 14, 2026 at 12:30 PM
The Minister for Justice & Home Affairs, Deputy Mary Le Hegarat, has welcomed the lodging of key legislation as part of the ongoing work to support the Government’s priority to end violence towards women and girls.

For further information, see: https://bit.ly/49EIgDn
January 13, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Get a head start on your tax return - the online form is now live, and paper forms will also start being sent out, usually taking around 14 days to be delivered Island-wide.

❗️Paper filing deadline: 31 May
❗️Online filing deadline: 31 July

Visit: gov.je/MyTaxReturn
January 12, 2026 at 1:30 PM
Did you know you could get up to £9,000 towards the cost of a heat pump?

When you switch from fossil fuel heating to a low carbon heating alternative, there are subsidies available through the Government’s Low Carbon Heating Incentive.

🔗 http://gov.je/LowCarbonHeat
January 11, 2026 at 5:30 PM
We’re pleased to share that the Northern Sewer Network Upgrades project is currently running ahead of schedule.

From 12/1/26 until the end of the month, road closures will move. Visit: gov.je/NorthernSewerUpgrades for further details, diversions and updates.
January 11, 2026 at 10:30 AM
Alex Burnouf’s lived experience of mental illness and recovery now shapes his work as a Peer Support Coordinator, supporting colleagues and service users and helping embed lived experience in Jersey's mental health services.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4oZrGna
January 9, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Update: 11.30am Fri 9 Jan

Major Incident status has been lifted as we now focus on clean-up and recovery. An ORANGE wind warning remains in place but Jersey Met say the wind will continue to ease throughout the day and tomorrow.
Read full update here: https://bit.ly/4bnuMOy
January 9, 2026 at 11:58 AM
A dedicated helpline is available from 7am today for non-emergency questions related to Storm Goretti - call 01534 448844 today for assistance. Please use this service for general queries.
Other useful numbers https://bit.ly/4bnuMOy
January 9, 2026 at 7:23 AM
Update: Fri 9 Jan 6.30am
Jersey Met has downgraded the wind warning to ORANGE
There are a lot of reports of fallen trees and debris on the roads but our teams are out there clearing up - please travel with care.
Read full update here: https://bit.ly/4bnuMOy
January 9, 2026 at 6:42 AM
This is the Situation Room at Police HQ where teams from across Government and the island will be monitoring Storm Goretti throughout the night.

Winds are expected to peak at up to 90 miles per hour over the next few hours.

Stay home and stay safe.

🔗 www.gov.je/news & www.gov.je/weather
January 8, 2026 at 9:24 PM
The Infrastructure and Environment team are providing real-time online map updates as reports come in. Information is being shared directly from parishes and emergency services.

Islanders can also report issues via:
📞 I&E: 01534 445509
📧 [email protected]
🗺️ Live map: https://roadworks.gov.je/EWXPublic/
January 8, 2026 at 9:00 PM
Please follow the guidance and stay safe. All emergency services have extra staff on shift, but we need your help.

Official channels:
gov.je/news & gov.je/weather
January 8, 2026 at 7:56 PM
A major incident is being declared from 7pm today. The RED wind warning remains in place with the peak winds between 7pm and 3am.

Keep updated:
🔗 www.gov.je/news & www.gov.je/weather
January 8, 2026 at 3:24 PM
Head of Jersey Met, Paul Aked, talks about tonight's red wind warning for Storm Goretti in Jersey.

The advice it to stay at home from 8pm tonight midnight and keep away from the coasts.

We’ll have a further update at 3pm today.

Keep updated:
🔗 www.gov.je/news & www.gov.je/weather
January 8, 2026 at 1:11 PM
Stay home between 8pm and midnight and keep away from the coasts. Jersey Met has issued a RED wind warning as Storm Goretti approaches.

🔗 www.gov.je/news & www.gov.je/weather
January 8, 2026 at 12:05 PM
From 12 Jan, the window for completing your 2025 tax return online opens. Paper tax returns will also start being sent out from 12 January.

✉️ Paper filing deadline: 31 May
👨‍💻 Online filing deadline: 31 July

You can find out more about tax returns here: gov.je/MyTaxReturn
January 7, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Can you give your time and compassion to help others?

Health and Care Jersey are looking for compassionate volunteers to join the team and help create a welcoming, kind and caring experience for patients, families and visitors.

Find out more: www.gov.je/VolunteerHCJ
January 5, 2026 at 11:30 AM
Did you know you could get up to £9,000 towards the cost of a heat pump.

For full details, visit our website and contact one of our approved contractors: gov.je/LowCarbonHeat
January 3, 2026 at 9:30 AM
Think before you pour cooking fats, oils, and grease (FOG) down your the sink. Instead, pour fats, oil and grease into heat-safe containers, let cool and dispose in your bin.

Protect your home and our drains.

#keepingtheislandrunning
January 2, 2026 at 8:30 AM
Please remember to plan your way home tonight whether that’s a bus, lift, taxi, or staying overnight at a hotel. We are encouraging Islanders to make choices to keep everyone safe.

🔗 Find out more here: https://bit.ly/4pbYZEo
December 31, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Even during the festive period, Halil Metushev and the team keep the Thyme Out West Café running. Serving hundreds of meals and drinks each week and going the extra mile to support patients, staff and visitors.

Read Halil’s story: https://bit.ly/4jhuCKA
December 31, 2025 at 8:24 AM
New Year opening hours for Government services are available online here: https://bit.ly/3RIH2il
December 30, 2025 at 8:30 AM
Throughout the festive season, frontline workers continue to keep Jersey running behind the scenes.

Hospital porter Robin Boleat is one of those dedicated staff, supporting doctors and nurses and helping wherever he’s needed.

Read Robin’s story here: https://bit.ly/3J2hqv6
December 29, 2025 at 8:30 AM
Recycle your Christmas trees at the Household Green Waste facility. 🎄♻️

Make sure you have removed any lights, decorations, pots or stands before before recycling your tree.

All trees dropped off for recycling are shredded and made into soil improver. Find more info here: https://bit.ly/4p6d31g
December 28, 2025 at 6:30 PM