Politicians are unlikely ever to do anything that may have a detrimental effect on their lives

IT is often said that politicians inhabit a different country to we mere mortals and that it is called Cloud Cuckoo Land.


More price rises on the way

STRUGGLING Islanders are facing another hike in household bills after two utility firms announced price increase.


Company incorporated in Jersey in £88 million sale

A JERSEY-incorporated public company that provides quality assurance and certification services across a variety of sectors is on the brink of being acquired for close to £88 million.


Islanders are crying out for change, but not for the removal of the Senators

From Peter Bewers. YOUR correspondent Nigel Pearce (JEP, 23 January) makes many very good points regarding a possible overhaul of the constitution of our States Assembly to get more voter interest, which would certainly be a step in the right direction.


Use of locums at a peak

EMPLOYING locums at the Hospital has reached its highest peak in four years despite warnings by UK specialist consultants about relying too heavily on temporary staff, it has been revealed.


Special award for marathon man Anthony

FORMER JEP assistant editor Anthony Lewis received a standing ovation as he was presented with a special Achievement of 2010 award at the Sportingbet Sports Personality of the Year awards last night.


Rhea on the run

ISLANDERS are being asked to keep their eyes peeled for a 6 ft tall leggy bird causing quite a stir in the northern parishes.


More work needed on speed limits, say group

TOO many important questions remain unanswered about proposed changes to Island speed limits, say a group of States backbenchers.


‘Consumers want local shops to sell online’

MORE people would buy goods locally if retailers had their own websites where purchases could be made when the shops are shut, according to the results of a survey conducted by media business Webreality.


Bristol next stop for VCP

VICTORIA College Preparatory are the Channel Islands Primary Schools’ 7-a-side football champions.

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