Tasers ‘will enhance human rights in Jersey’

POLICE officers came close to shooting people last year, the Assistant Home Affairs Minister claimed as he justified the issuing of Taser guns to the States police.


Island issues ban on meat and dairy imports following new foot-and-mouth outbreak in Surrey

AN immediate ban on the importation of fresh meat and dairy products was put in place this morning following the latest foot-and-mouth outbreak in Surrey.


Marine firms to be promoted at Boat Show

ECONOMIC Development are to join forces with Jersey Harbours to promote the benefits of Jersey's marine-based businesses at this year's Southampton Boat Show.


Bonus and fuel safe for poorer pensioners

THE Island's poorer pensioners will get their winter fuel payment this year - and their £85 Christmas Bonus is secure.


Attitude to GST is very short-sighted, says IoD

ISLANDERS are incredibly short-sighted when it comes to their view on the goods and services tax says the Institute of Directors chairman.


Women pay tribute to Dame Anita

JERSEY business women have paid tribute to Body Shop founder Dame Anita Roddick, who died on Monday following a brain haemorrhage.