Welcome to the World of Politics Jan’ 2023
Green lanes, Welcome packs for new parishioners, Island-wide refuse collection, Community support groups
Les Grouvelles Spring 2023
By Deputy Carolyn Labey
The year started with gusto with a raft of activities enthusiastically organised by Sue Coutanche and the Admin Team and hosted by various Les Grouvelles Members. It would be easier to list what hasn’t been going on but to give you a flavour of what we have
Ukraine – Delivering aid where it matters
As the Island continues to show its support for innocent Ukrainians fleeing the destruction of their homes, Islanders have reason to thank the staff and commissioners of Jersey Overseas Aid and minister Carolyn Labey.
The professionalism of JOA has already ensured that support given by the Island, both officially and by
Overseas Aid Projects. Kenya, Nepal and Rwanda
I addressed a packed out St Paul’s Centre when we launched our Volunteer Programme. This year Jersey Overseas Aid are organising three Community Work Projects in Kenya, building a sand dam, in Nepal where we work with the Gurkha Welfare Trust and the community to build a community centre, and
Foreshore update January 2023
Foreshore – a resolution
Just before Christmas, on a very cold, wet, December morning, I met with the Minister for Infrastructure and some Constituents where we walked along the seafront between Le Hurel and Seymour slips. We were there to look at the sea wall, the
Parishes Update
Parishes up-date
At the end of last year I attended one of the Comité des Connétables meetings. There is a long wait to get an appointment, so I had a few items stored up for the agenda.
- The first was to ask the Constables and their Roads Committees to suggest a
Island Identity Resource Packs
“In December, 2022, I arranged a meeting with the Comite des Connetables. I wanted to discuss and receive an up-date on various topics including the Island Identity, the Cycling and Pedestrian Network, the Parish Community Support Groups and informing Parishioners of the voluntary opportunities with JOA work projects. I shall
The History of Jersey – in 10 minutes
Very handy stuff to know when someone asks about where you are from!
Protected: Fresh hope for a bright new chapter in the Island’s history
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Last chance to apply for an aid trip overseas
By Jack Lister jlister@jerseyeveningpost.com
ISLANDERS have until next week to volunteer for ‘the fantastic opportunity’ to take part in one of the Jersey Overseas Aid projects planned for this year.
Of the three projects planned for this year, one – in Rwanda – is aimed