Brighter times planned

IF all goes to plan, Jersey’s 1st XI footballers could be playing their next international tournament in the sunshine.


Primark move ‘a threat’

A JERSEY retailer is warning that bringing Primark to the Island would mean that his shop and many others would be forced to close.


Has feudalism really been abolished?

From Rory Hill. THOUGH clearly visible from Sorel Point in Thursday’s fine weather, Sark seemed a world away from us and our less dramatic elections as the events of the day unfolded.


A rap on the knuckles with a feather duster

WHAT exactly is the purpose of the Privileges and Procedures Committee if its findings can simply be ignored by the States Members at whom they are aimed?


Woolies staff fear the worst

LONG-serving members of Woolworths have spoken about their devastation that the store, which is a big part of their lives, is on the verge of closing.


Jersey offers moral support to Sark

JERSEY will use its influence to ensure that the democratic will of the people of Sark is respected, Treasury Minister Philip Ozouf has said.


Wherry to lead Oxford’s 125th Varsity match bid

JERSEYMAN Tom Wherry will wear the captain’s armband for Oxford in the 125th annual Varsity football match against Cambridge in March.


Housing should aim to attract a skilled workforce

From Richard Train. THE proposed reduction in the qualifying period for Housing is unlikely to stimulate the currently depressed property market. It will simply create more demand for social and A-H rented housing.


Bank rules ‘mean that mortgage holders lose out

JERSEY’S top 500 bank policy might help big business, but it is leaving ordinary people with a poor deal, says the boss of Jersey Home Loans.


Welcome to Jersey – the new Nanny State

From John Baker. ANOTHER day, another control measure to safeguard the Island’s health.

BIRD WATCH 2012

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The 11th Great Garden Bird Watch took place over the weekend, Saturday 4 and Sunday 5 February. JEP readers were asked to get on board to help monitor bird life in the Island.