A temporary Chief Officer has been appointed for Health and Community Services, agreed by the States Employment Board. Chris Bown, currently leading the HCS Change Team, will take up his new role as temporary Chief Officer on 1 April on a 12-month, full-time, fixed-term basis.

Hear from Connétable Karen Shenton-Stone about the art competition we recently launched to celebrate the work of female artists.

Theme: 'My Island'
Deadline for submissions: 21 April

Find more information and apply here: bit.ly/3Zc0Mf5

As 'Mois de la Francophonie' ends we celebrate the French language in the States Chamber. Look out for these phrases at the next States Meeting: present, excused, ill, away from the Island, in default, roll call please Greffier, the States are assembled, the Assembly is quorate.

There is a fallen tree at Ruette Pinel which has taken a small section of the carriageway with it, & the road is closed to through-traffic. Access to Surville Cemetery is via La Grande Route de St Jean. Apologies for any inconvenience; please plan your routes accordingly. #PoSH

Did you know that today is International Day of Zero Waste?

Jersey produces over 100,000 tonnes of waste every year which equals about one tonne per Islander. Don't forget that the waste hierarchy is reduce, reuse and recycle: gov.je/wastereduction

#ZeroWasteDay @climatejsy

There has been an oil spillage from La Grande Route de St Clement affecting Mont Millais, La Route du Fort, Green Street and on through the tunnel and near Commercial Buildings. Parish teams are in attendance; thank you for your assistance in avoiding the area. #PoSH

Don't miss our Closer to Home event, tomorrow, March 31, at Trinity Parish Hall from 9:30am-12:30pm. Meet new friends over tea and cake, meet Gov representatives and explore community & charitable organisations available on the Island, all under one roof: bit.ly/3LJFJgy

Please take care on the roads today as @DeLaSalleJersey have their annual walk. Good luck to all involved 🥾🥾

Has your registered business received the Annual Business Survey?

There is a legal requirement to complete it. You have until 31 July to complete the survey.

Make it a priority for your business, you can find out more information here: ow.ly/2eRR50Nqm6h

Headteachers and Special Educational Needs Coordinators from all schools attended a conference at @Highlands_JSY on Monday to learn more about inclusive education in Jersey and the UK.

The inclusive education survey for parents/carers closes this Friday: bit.ly/3FlKJ7f.

On behalf of @GovJersey, I send our congratulations to @HumzaYousaf on becoming the First Minister of Scotland. I look forward to a continued strong working relationship between Jersey and Scotland, and to meeting at the British-Irish Council @BICSecretariat this summer.

The Governments of Jersey and @Govgg have jointly launched a new Public Health Alliance. Building on existing collaborative efforts, this initiative enables the sharing of resources and expertise between both Bailiwicks.

Read the full update here: bit.ly/3FTQlpG

UPDATE: the Quarterly Public Hearing which was due to happen tomorrow, Thursday 30 March, has been postponed due to illness and will be re-scheduled for a later date. twitter.com/StatesAssembly…

States Assembly - Jersey's elected parliament · @StatesAssembly

Next Thursday, 30 March, the Economic and International Affairs Scrutiny Panel will be questioning the Minister for International Development @CarolynLabey in a Quarterly Hearing.

A link to watch the hearing live will be shared next week.

#ScrutinyJSY

Do you find yourself procrastinating when it comes to filing your tax return? Our new paperwork reminder checklist can help to make the process easier and less daunting for you.

Access the checklist at gov.je/mytaxreturn or pick up a copy at your Parish Hall.

The @PayByPhone app is currently unavailable. We apologise for any inconvenience. Our carpark inspectors are aware of the issue. Charges can also be paid using the automated voice service on 01534 707000.

It's estimated that more than half of us know, or have known, someone who is living with dementia.

GoJ and Dementia Jersey are working together to make Jersey more dementia friendly, aware and inclusive, and we need your help. Take part in our survey: bit.ly/3Fu5j5q

Yesterday, the Children, Education and Home Affairs Scrutiny Panel held a Quarterly Public Hearing with the Minister for Children and Education, Deputy Inna Gardiner.

Read more here: bit.ly/3KeCvk4
Watch the hearing in full here: bit.ly/40arO7G

Has your registered business received the Annual Business Survey?

There is a legal requirement to complete it. You have until 31 July to complete the survey.

Make it a priority for your business, you can find out more information here: ow.ly/2eRR50Nqm6h

Meet @GovJersey's Ministerial Team: Monday 17th April at the Town Hall twitter.com/GovJersey/stat…

Government of Jersey · @GovJersey

The next roadshow will be taking place at 17 April at St Helier Parish Hall.

Find out more information about all future roadshow dates and locations on the Gov website: https://t.co/0wd29zjIDx https://t.co/legQyNk8Q0

We have simplified the process of accessing our services online by introducing a new online inquiry form for personal income tax queries and our team will respond to your query within 2-5 working days. Visit gov.je/TaxRequest.

The next roadshow will be taking place at 17 April at St Helier Parish Hall.

Find out more information about all future roadshow dates and locations on the Gov website: bit.ly/3XMNqoH twitter.com/GovJsyHCS/stat…

Jersey Gov Health & Community Services · @GovJsyHCS

Ten parishioners in Grouville met the HCS ministerial team last night as the informal parish roadshows continued. Parishioners met Deputy Karen Wilson, Deputy Rose Binet and @MalcolmFerey at the event. Next one is at @StHelierJsy on 17 April.

New petition: call to “Allocate 1 beach to allow dogs to be walked off the lead all year round.”
See: bit.ly/3zbZB4z

Petitions with 5,000+ signatures are considered for debate by the States Assembly, which may lead to a change in the Law.

- New Healthcare Facilities Programme needs more HCS staff engagement
- Minister for Infrastructure seeking to maximise footprint of Gloucester St
- Departure of senior HCS staff not deemed a 'risk' by Minister for Health & Social Services
👀 bit.ly/3FX9abu
#ScrutinyJSY

Further de-escalation of COVID-19 measures will be applied from Sat 1 April, including to mask-wearing rules in HCS settings, pre-admission healthcare screening requirements, and the stay at home guidance: bit.ly/40IyTfL

Next meeting of the Waterfront Residents Group is being held this evening, 6pm at Cooper's Castle Quay. All business owners & residents of the area welcome. Paperwork here: bit.ly/42yFlHE; other info: please contact Annie Bienvenu at annie.bienvenu@sthelier.je/811821

A reminder that our Family Room is now out of action for the rest of this week - open as normal from Monday. twitter.com/StHelierJsy/st…

Parish of St Helier · @StHelierJsy

Our Family Room at the Town Hall will be out of action from tomorrow, Tues 27th March, to Friday 31st March for redecoration. Apologies for any inconvenience this may cause. #PoSH #PoSHNews #supportingbreastfeeding

A video statement from @ChiefMinJSY, Deputy Kristina Moore on the resignation of Suzanne Wylie, CEO, Government of Jersey.

Watch here: youtu.be/S6eycfrTXoc

Thanks to De La Salle School's Year 5, who had two excellent debates in the States Chamber today:

'All children should receive a mobile phone once they reach the age of 9':
👍 Pour 9
👉Abstain 0
👎Contre 7

'School uniform should be abolished':
👍 Pour 10
👉Abstain 0
👎Contre 5

In 15 minutes, the Children, Education and Home Affairs Scrutiny Panel is holding a Quarterly Hearing with the Minister for Children and Education, on topics including:

-Children's services
-Nursery funding
-School meals

WATCH LIVE ▶️ bit.ly/40arO7G

#ScrutinyJSY

Our Family Room at the Town Hall will be out of action from tomorrow, Tues 27th March, to Friday 31st March for redecoration. Apologies for any inconvenience this may cause. #PoSH #PoSHNews #supportingbreastfeeding

Deputy Karen Wilson, Minister for Health and Social Services, has written a blog on the importance of engagement with islanders, in which she discusses the positive response the Deputy has received to her series of Ministerial Roadshows.

Read it here: bit.ly/3K6wKVA

It's the final week of the Ride into Spring challenge and it's time to give it your all! Make those last miles count and you could win some incredible prizes, including a shiny new e-bike! 🚴 lovetoride.net/jersey

#LovetoRideJsy @climatejsy @JerseySport @LovetoRide_

Has your registered business received the Annual Business Survey?

There is a legal requirement to complete it. You have until 31 July to complete the survey.

Make it a priority for your business, you can find out more information here: ow.ly/2eRR50Nqm6h

You can still apply for the Parental Support Payment until 31 March 2023.

You may be eligible if you've lived in Jersey less than 5 years, have “registered” status, have children under 18, your income last year was <£36,000, or <£48,000 for a couple.

gov.je/parentalsuppor…

Need a new registration card? It’s quick and easy to apply at: bit.ly/3EOQuut
or over the phone on 444444.

Hope you all remembered the clocks went forward last night: start of British Summertime. #BritishSummerTime #clocksgoforward

Grouville parishioners can speak to one of the ministers responsible for Health & Community Services this Mon 27th at the Parish Hall between 6.30-8pm. There are no requirements to book and Islanders can arrive at any time during the session.

More info: bit.ly/3XMNqoH

Give an Hour for Earth by switching off your lights for just one hour at 8.30pm tonight 🌍💡

Earth Hour an annual global event where people are encouraged to turn their lights off for one hour. Find out more: earthhour.org

#MyHourForEarth #EarthHour2023

See today's @jerseyeveningpost for my interview on the resignation of Suzanne. More from me on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/chief-minis…

The April edition of our Town Crier magazine is out with today's JEP. Make sure you pick up your copy to keep up-to-date with what's going on when in #StHelier. And if you'd like to receive a copy electronically, please email annie.bienvenu@sthelier.je.
#StHelierTownCrier #PoSH

Islanders are invited to join a new HCS Patient and User public engagement panel to help shape the future of the department, and to give constructive and meaningful feedback, contribute ideas and make suggestions.

Find out more and apply to join: gov.je/PatientsPanel

'Mois de la Francophonie' is a global celebration of French language, linguistic diversity and culture.

Hear from Deputy Montfort Tadier about the importance of French-speaking institutions and peoples.

WATCH: ▶️ bit.ly/3LRBJe3

Our thanks to #Sharnie and #Ian who both got sworn in today as #Vingteneers #TeamStJohn #VolunteeringMatters #CoastCountrysideCommunity

Do you have a pair of crutches given to you by Health and Community Services?

If so, we'd love to have them back to re-use. We are collecting crutches only at this time. Please bring them to the Reception desk of the Emergency Department anytime – we’re open all day, every day.

In 15 minutes, the Future Hospital Review Panel is holding a public hearing with the Minister for Infrastructure and the Minister for Health and Social Services on the progress of the New Healthcare Facilities Programme.

WATCH LIVE ▶️ bit.ly/3K5BDyk

#ScrutinyJSY

At 3pm on Monday, the Children, Education & Home Affairs Scrutiny Panel is questioning the Minister for Children and Education, Deputy @innagardiner, on topics including:

-Children's services
-Nursery funding
-School meals

▶️ Watch here: bit.ly/40arO7G

#ScrutinyJSY

Year 12 & 13 students from across the Island will join together for the 25th Annual Youth Assembly on Tuesday 28 March. Held in the States Chamber, students will question Ministers on various topics to get first-hand experience of the Assembly. More here: bit.ly/3z1trZF

A new report has just been released detailing the behaviour and movement of bluefin tuna in Jersey and highlights some interesting findings. Over the past two years, a total of 14 tuna have been tagged. Check out the full report for more details: bit.ly/3ndebGg

Planning to visit France over the Easter holidays?

Don't forget that Attestation certificates are now issued online and are valid for 12 months. Get yours here: Gov.je/attestations

Join us on March 31, at Trinity Parish Hall 9:30am-12:30pm for the Closer to Home event. Meet new friends over tea and cake, meet Gov representatives and explore a variety of community/charitable organisations available on the Island, all under one roof: bit.ly/3LJFJgy

Calling female artists of all ages! 🎨

To mark Women's History Month, we have launched an art competition to showcase the work of female artists.

The theme is 'My Island' and the deadline for submissions is 21 April.

Find more info and apply here: bit.ly/3Zc0Mf5

Yesterday Jersey officials took part in a @CWEICofficial round table in London with Kenya’s Trade and Investment Minister, @HonMoses_Kuria, highlighting our strong relationship and plans to boost cooperation around investment and skills 🇯🇪🇰🇪

@MEsipisu @UKinKenya @PSAhassan twitter.com/IndustryKE/sta…

IndustryKE · @IndustryKE

CS for Investments, Trade and Industry @HonMoses_Kuria flanked by PSs @PSAhassan (Investment), @AexKWachira (Energy), @JBMuhati (Economic Planning) and Kenya’s Ambassador to the U.K @MEsipisu
In an engagement with the Commonwealth Enterprise & Investments Council, this morning

Next Thursday, 30 March, the Economic and International Affairs Scrutiny Panel will be questioning the Minister for International Development @CarolynLabey in a Quarterly Hearing.

A link to watch the hearing live will be shared next week.

#ScrutinyJSY

As of 24 March 2023, some changes to the laws governing marriage, civil partnerships, civil registration, and the naming of children will take effect. These changes reflect our commitment to equality, human rights, and the welfare of our children.

The Minister for Social Security, Deputy Elaine Millar has announced a £12 million investment in community pharmacies to be made over the next few years. This investment has been launched to help pharmacies develop services and healthcare.

Find out more: bit.ly/3JDotai

At last night's Parish Assembly, in a contested election for the Roads Committee, Heather-Anne Hubbell became the first woman to be elected to the Committee, which next meets on Wednesday 12th April. #PoSH #PoSHRoadsCommittee

Join the Biggest Hour for Earth.

Earth Hour an annual global event where people are encouraged to turn their lights off for 1 hour. Find out more: earthhour.org

Switch off. Give an Hour for Earth. 25th March, 8.30pm local time.

#MyHourForEarth #EarthHour2023

Yesterday, colleagues from adult and children’s social care came together at @Highlands_JSY to celebrate #worldsocialworkday. They met to discuss their achievements, plan for the coming year, and reflect on their practice.
#WSWD2023 #worldsocialworkday2023

I would like to thank Suzanne, who has today resigned, for her professionalism and hard work during her time as CEO. She has had a positive impact since starting with the @GOJ & we respect her wishes to return to Belfast. Full statement here: linkedin.com/in/chief-minis…

Suzanne Wylie, Chief Executive and Head of the Public Service has advised the States Employment Board of her intention to resign from her role.

She will be returning to Belfast to take on a new opportunity that allows her to be closer to her family.

▶️gov.je/News/2023/Page…

Next meeting of the Waterfront Residents Group is being held Tues, 28th March, 6pm at Cooper's Castle Quay. All business owners & residents of the area welcome. Paperwork here: bit.ly/42yFlHE; other info: please contact Annie Bienvenu at annie.bienvenu@sthelier.je/811821

Advance notice: Refuse, recycling and glass collections will take place as usual over the Easter period. For any further information, please email msd@sthelier.je. #PoSH #ParishofStHelier #HereForYou

Jersey’s Minister for Housing and Communities @WarrOnWords spent three days in eastern Poland last week, where the Deputy met with Polish Minister Agnieszka Scigaj, and discussed areas of commonality and shared issues.

#StHelier's Parish Assembly is being held this evening, Weds 22nd March, 7.30pm at the Town Hall. Details can be found here: bit.ly/3nfxUoY; for anything else please email alison.roberts@sthelier.je. #PoSH #PoSHMeetings #StHelierParishAssembly

We’d like to wish the Muslim community of Jersey all the blessings of a holy month.

The Higher Education Fair last week, organised by @skills_jersey was an exciting opportunity for students to learn more about university courses, apprenticeships, gap years and workplace training available to them from a range of representatives. @_aztecgroup @HautlieuSchool

The Haut du Mont site at Pier Road has been released by @JerseyPolice to @GovJersey following the completion of evidential collection at the scene. @Andiumhomes retains ownership, but the site will be secured & overseen by GoJ on their behalf.

▶️ bit.ly/42Fj0bM

Today, the States Assembly met to debate topics including:

-Appointment of new Chair and Members to Health and Social Security Scrutiny Panel
-Mois de la Francophonie
-Amendment of Sanctions and Asset-Freezing (Jersey) Law 2019

Read full summary here: bit.ly/3FBaBw3

The States Meeting has adjourned.
The States Assembly will reconvene for the next States Meeting on Tuesday 18 April 2023.

The States Assembly has voted to APPROVE a Residential Tenancy Law In-Committee debate in the next States Meeting beginning 18th April, with 31 votes for, 13 votes against and no abstentions.

Deputy Raluca Kovacs and Deputy @MaxandrewsJ have both resigned from the Economic and International Affairs Panel.

@deputyrobward has resigned from the Corporate Services Scrutiny Panel and the Environment, Housing and Infrastructure Scrutiny Panel.

The States Assembly has voted to APPROVE the Minister’s proposition, with 43 votes for, 0 votes against and no abstentions. twitter.com/StatesAssembly…

States Assembly - Jersey's elected parliament · @StatesAssembly

The Minister for External Relations is proposing to amend the Sanctions and Asset-Freezing (Jersey) Law 2019. This would remove power to implement EU sanctions provisions by Ministerial Order & implement standards of the Financial Action Task Force: https://t.co/EPxIQytuTA

The Minister for External Relations is proposing to amend the Sanctions and Asset-Freezing (Jersey) Law 2019. This would remove power to implement EU sanctions provisions by Ministerial Order & implement standards of the Financial Action Task Force: bit.ly/3I1sdmk

Deputies Barbara Ward, Beatriz Porée, Andy Howell, Carina Alves, and Connétable Troy have now been appointed as members of the Health and Social Security Scrutiny Panel.

🗣️"Our potential participation would be a positive development for our Island’s economy and digital industries". Assistant External Relations Minister, @Ian_Gorst, talks about the new UK-Ukraine Digital Trade Agreement.

News release: rb.gy/ypvcht

🇯🇪🇬🇧🇺🇦 twitter.com/biztradegovuk/…

Department for Business and Trade · @biztradegovuk

NEWS: Today, the UK and Ukraine have signed a ground-breaking new Digital Trade Agreement 🇬🇧🇺🇦

This agreement will help Ukraine rebuild its economy and support livelihoods💪

Read more 👉 https://t.co/auye9JCvwt

Deputy Tadier will now make a statement in French regarding the ‘Mois de la Francophonie 2023’ in his capacity as President of the Jersey Branch of the Assemblée Parlementaire de la Francophonie 🇫🇷

Find the English translation of the statement here: bit.ly/3yVyRoU

All parents-to-be who are considering a home birth are invited to attend the next “Meet The Midwives“ drop-in session tomorrow.

The event is taking place on Wednesday 22 March, from 2-3pm at The Merchants Coffee Shop in St Helier.

There is no need to book, just turn up.

States Members will now ask the Minister for Social Security, Deputy @ElaineMillarJsy, the Minister for Treasury and Resources, Deputy @Ian_Gorst and the Deputy Chief Minister @KirstenJersey (speaking on behalf of the Chief Minister) questions without notice for 15 minutes each.

The States Meeting will resume in 15 minutes.

WATCH LIVE: bit.ly/3JSBEpc

🗓️ CYPES want to hear parents' and carers' views on inclusive education. Join the CYPES Inclusion team & Parent Carer Forum at Freedom Centre (Old Odeon) tomorrow 22 March at 12.30pm.

Register your interest here: bit.ly/42vAGX2
More info: bit.ly/3yd2e5D

Ministers are now answering States Members’ questions with notice.

Skip to page 6 of the Order Paper to find out which questions will be asked: bit.ly/3n9WyHp

#StatesAssembly

Deputy Sir Philip Bailhache @JerseyDiplo will now make his nomination speech for up to 10 minutes, followed by 20 minutes of questioning from States Members twitter.com/StatesAssembly…

States Assembly - Jersey's elected parliament · @StatesAssembly

Today’s meeting begins with nominations for a new Chair of the Health and Social Security Scrutiny Panel.

Each nominated individual will speak for up to 10 minutes, after which they will be questioned by other members for up to 20 minutes.

WATCH👇In support of #Francophonie celebrations, Ministers reflect on their own experiences learning French, as well as the impact and influence the language has had on Jersey.

#FranceInJersey🇫🇷🇯🇪 @AFJersey @ChiefMinJSY @KirstenJersey @drhelenmiles @GeraintJennings twitter.com/GovJersey/stat…

Government of Jersey · @GovJersey

As part of #MoisdelaFrancophonie, Ministers discussed the importance of the French language in the historical & cultural identity of Jersey.

Watch here: ▶️https://t.co/xeQ5for7rP

🇫🇷🇯🇪@GlobalJerseyCI @AFJersey

A date for your diaries 7th May @StJohnJersey @ @StJohnRecCentre #TeamStJohn #CoastCountrysideCommunity

Today’s meeting begins with nominations for a new Chair of the Health and Social Security Scrutiny Panel.

Each nominated individual will speak for up to 10 minutes, after which they will be questioned by other members for up to 20 minutes.

In 15 minutes, the States Assembly will meet to begin this week’s States Meeting.  

WATCH LIVE: bit.ly/42raMnr

Did you spot some bike-riding bananas this weekend? 👀 🍌

The @LovetoRide_ team enjoyed the sunny weather on Sat morning, and a great turn out from those who joined in with the banana-themed cycle from St Aubin to Le Frégate #LovetoRideJSY @climatejsy @FairtradeUK @JerseySport

This week’s States Meeting will begin at 9.30am and will include:

-Nominations and appointment of new Chair of the Health and Social Security Scrutiny Panel
-Debate on proposed amendment of Sanctions and Asset-Freezing (Jersey) Law 2019

WATCH LIVE: bit.ly/42raMnr

Constable withdraws proposition to delay the South Western St Helier scheme - read more here: bit.ly/3mYgL2I. #PoSH #ParishofStHelier #StHelier #PoSHNews

As part of #MoisdelaFrancophonie, Ministers discussed the importance of the French language in the historical & cultural identity of Jersey.

Watch here: ▶️youtu.be/GBIiRJWAbg4

🇫🇷🇯🇪@GlobalJerseyCI @AFJersey

Next Monday, the Children, Education & Home Affairs Scrutiny Panel will hold a Quarterly Hearing with the Minister for Children and Education, Deputy @innagardiner on:

-Children's services
-Nursery funding
-School meals

A link to watch the hearing will follow

#ScrutinyJSY

On a gloriously sunny weekend, the Deputy Chief Minister @KirstenJersey and I visited Trinity Manor Farm to learn more about their plans and the tech used in dairy farming, talk about the needs of the agricultural sector, and we even had time to milk a cow by hand.

New petition: call to “Introduce 20 hours free childcare for children from 9 months old.”

See: bit.ly/3LBcqN6

Petitions with 5,000+ signatures are considered for debate by the States Assembly, which may lead to a change in the Law.

Happy French Speaking Day - or journée de la francophonie 🇫🇷

Watch the States Meeting tomorrow morning to hear the President of the Jersey branch of the Assemblée Parlementaire de la Francophonie, Deputy Tadier, deliver a speech about the Mois de la Francophonie 2023 twitter.com/APFfrancophoni…

APF. Francophonie · @APFfrancophonie

L' APF vous souhaite une belle journée de la langue française et de la #francophonie. Cette célébration est l'occasion de rappeler que nos parlementaires sont engagés à défendre la langue française ainsi que les valeurs de #paix, de #démocratie et de #liberté dans le monde.

Over 200 Islanders came to meet the @JerseyNspcc team, @youthservice and Pantosaurus. The @JerseySPB organised the pop-up stall at Charing Cross so that members of the public could drop in to ask questions and learn more about the support available for #CEAday2023 .👋🦕