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Rag’N’Bone Man to play at Weekender Festival International singer-songwriter Rag'N'Bone Man is set to come to Jersey in September as part of this year's Weekender Festival. He released his debut album 'Human' a year ago and has since gone on to sell more than a million copies and win two BRIT Awards, including Best British Breakthrough Act. This year's event will take place on September 1 and 2 at the Royal Jersey Showground. The organisers said they are pleased to be able to bring such an "accomplished act" to the island.

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Olympic snowboarder Jersey to consider paying students’ fees backs skatepark Olympic snowboarder Jenny Jones is backing plans for a new skatepark in Jersey. A working group is currently looking at where to create a facility to replace the one on the New North Quay which will close in September.

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The "significant" rise in UK university costs is one of the reasons Jersey is looking to increase its funding to students. It comes as the prime minister has called for better value for students paying tuition fees in England.

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Farm development in St Ouen turned down

An application to build staff accommodation and a new agricultural shed at West Point Farm, St Ouen was refused. West Point is owned by JRPH which leases the site to the Jersey Royal Company.

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Constable wants 6 months trial for delivery and takeaway hospital review A St Aubin restaurant will be allowed to provide a delivery and takeaway service for customers for a trial period of 6 months, following a decision by Jersey’s Planning Committee. Noya Shapla is located on Full story on page 8 the quayside.

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Work on Jersey’s new hospital could be halted for at least six months if the States agree to an independent review of the choice of the site. St John Constable Chris Taylor wants a team of advisers to examine the development.

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Olympic snowboarder backs skatepark Olympic snowboarder Jenny Jones is backing plans for a new skatepark in Jersey. A working group is currently looking at where to create a facility to replace the one on the New North Quay which will close in September.

It’s only open at weekends and school

holidays for safety reasons, and Ports of Jersey wants it relocated ‘to a more appropriate location’ by the autumn.

Jenny Jones, who won bronze at the Sochi 2014 Games, has recorded a video message from Pyeongchang which has been posted on social media.

She appears alongside commentator and ski presenter Ed Lee, and the pair make a direct plea to Jersey’s government. “We have heard that you are considering having a skate-park, and we just wanted to let you know that we are in massive, massive support of this.

We have both been to Jersey island for surfing, and we think that a skatepark could bring so much to your island.”

They add that with skateboarding becoming an Olympic sport in 2020 a new facility will inspire a generation to get active and into the sport.

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EXCITING TIMES AHEAD WE’RE MOVING TO LA COLLETTE We will close our office at Tunnell Street, St Helier on Friday, March 2nd 2018 at 17:00 to begin the moving process and will re-open at our new location Monday, March 5th 2018 at 08:30.

All contact details remain the same during the moving process, as will the standard of service.

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PRISCILLA, QUEEN OF THE DESERT - THE MUSICAL If you’re a fan of 70’s and 80’s music then this is the show for you. Get ready for the musical bus journey of your life with Priscilla, Queen of the Desert.

Based on the smash hit movie, this heart-warming, uplifting adventure follows a mismatched trio of drag queens who take their show from Sydney to the middle of the Australian outback. They hop aboard “Priscilla”, a battered old bus, searching for love and friendship and end up finding more than they could have ever dreamed of.

This uplifting and heart-warming tale has it all – outrageous costumes, flamboyant choreography and plenty of sass. It’s jam-packed with 70’s, 80’s and 90’s dance floor favourites, including I Will Survive, Hot Stuff, I Say A Little Prayer, It’s Raining Men and Girls Just Wanna Have

Fun. Presented through special arrangement with Theatrical Rights Worldwide.

With such a diverse cast it, the producers say it felt only natural to support LIBERATE with a retiring collection at each performance. The charity supports those who identify as part of a minority group living in the Channel Islands, by providing safe and inclusive spaces for people to meet, educating and informing on a range of minority issues.

See Jersey Green Room Club’s production at Jersey Opera House from 4th – 14th April, with a special sing-a-long performance on Tuesday 10th April. Parental discretion advised for under 14’s.

ATF CALL FOR URGENT ACTION ON CICRA Following the statement from the Channel Island Competition Regulation Authority (CICRA), regarding their decision not to appeal the recent Royal Court decision against them, ATF Fuels (ATF) has issued the following response from their Chief Operating Officer Jonathan Best: ‘We have read today’s media release from CICRA with some surprise. While we were confident that CICRA would not appeal the Royal Court’s decision, (given wording in the judgement against them was so clear), it is concerning that in their statement the organisation does not seem to take on board any lessons from the ruling made against them.

In light of the feedback from the Royal Court, it was anticipated that CICRA would be announcing a radical and urgent overhaul of their organisation to address their many, publicly acknowledged failings, but they seem to be taking no accountability whatsoever.

We are not the only industry that

feels this way; we are aware of a growing number of economically significant, professionally run and very frustrated businesses in other sectors who are now also considering action against CICRA. We urgently need this situation addressed to maintain the economic stability

and corporate integrity of our island. While the Chief Minister has announced a review of CICRA, which we welcome, given this most recent comment we are concerned that the organisation is now at point of failure and that intervention is needed immediately.’

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Jersey to consider paying students' tuition fees NEWS

The "signi�icant" rise in UK university costs is one of the reasons Jersey is looking to increase its funding to students.

It comes as the prime minister has called for better value for students paying tuition fees in England.

Jersey's government said most of its students chose to study in "the most expensive place in Europe", the UK. The island's chief minister said he did not want potential students to "worry about financing" university.

The plans - due to be debated in April - apply to first undergraduate degrees in Jersey, the UK, or with the Open University and for "recognised qualifications" at universities outside the UK. Theresa May said scrapping fees altogether would push up taxes and mean returning to a limit on university places.

Labour has said it would abolish fees and bring back maintenance grants.

Jersey’s government concluded more financial help would, in particular, reduce the burden on “lower to middle-income families.”

It estimated the scheme would cost

the island an extra £2.5m per year, and it is expected to cover 1,550 students in 2018.

What is Jersey’s government proposing?

• All students with a household income of less than £200,000 per year will be eligible for some form of grant • £9,250 tuition fees will be covered for all students with a household income of less than £109,999 per year • Students in households with an income between £110,000 and £200,000 a year will have a percentage of tuition fees paid, based on a sliding scale • Households with an annual income of more than £200,000 will not be eligible for any form of grant for students • Maintenance grants ranging from £1,500-£7,500 will be available for students in households earning up to £90,000 • Families with assets over £0.5m will not be eligible for funding • Additional grants will be available

for some courses with extra fees, for example medicine, veterinary and dentistry courses.

Means-tested funding for university tuition fees and living costs is already available across all three UK Crown Dependencies (Jersey, Guernsey and the Isle of Man).

Currently students in the Isle of Man have to contribute a minimum of £2,500 per year towards their tuition, whilst in Jersey at least £1,500 is required.

In Guernsey there is no minimum contribution.

A spokesman for the States of Jersey said a UK-style loan scheme was ruled out because of the “financial implications of the debt burden both for students, parents and for the States of Jersey”.

In a speech earlier today Theresa

May said a “competitive market” in which universities charged “variable” tuition fees had “simply not emerged”.

The prime minister added “We now have one of the most expensive systems of university tuition in the world.”

Announcing a year-long review into UK tuition fees she said the

government would “examine how we can give people from disadvantaged backgrounds an equal chance to succeed.

“That includes how disadvantaged students and learners receive maintenance support, both from government and universities and colleges.”

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Jersey named leading IFC for the sixth time

Comedian Tom Ward, William McGilivray (Business Development Director - London, Jersey Finance), and Marcela Kunova, Assistant Editor at Citywealth.

Jersey’s reputation as a leading centre for private wealth management has been highlighted for the sixth time, being named ‘International Financial Centre (IFC) of the Year’ in the annual Citywealth IFC Awards.

William McGilivray, Business Development Director London, Jersey Finance, accepted the award at a gala ceremony, which was held at the Rosewood London Hotel.

Organised by events and publishing group Citywealth, the Awards were established seven years ago to highlight the expertise and service excellence of advisors and managers in the private wealth sector in major IFCs. They are judged by an international panel of highly respected practitioners from all sectors, with winners being selected based on their excellence, achievement, innovation, expertise and service.

Geoff Cook, CEO of Jersey Finance, commented, “It is very positive news to see that Jersey has been recognised a leading IFC yet again.”

States of Jersey Statistics Unit has become Statistics Jersey The States of Jersey Statistics Unit has become Statistics Jersey, following approval and registration of the Statistics and Census (Jersey) Law 2018.

The Unit has been functioning independently, both professionally and operationally, and that status is now enshrined in law.

Statistics Jersey exists to provide the general public, businesses and public authorities with relevant, accurate and up to date demographic, social and economic information about Jersey. It provides high quality and independent information to help the States of Jersey make informed decisions about the design and delivery of public services.

The new law puts an onus on

Statistics Jersey to re-use data already collected by the States of Jersey wherever possible, reducing the burden placed on businesses and people. The law provides a legal gateway for data from across the public sector to be shared with Statistics Jersey for statistical purposes. Statistics Jersey hope in particular to be able to develop an ‘e-census’, whereby administrative data held by government departments is used to supplement traditional census methods in order to count the resident population of Jersey.

Statistics Jersey will continue to use voluntary surveys to gather information from households and businesses. It may run mandatory surveys of businesses if the essential

information cannot be obtained through other means.

Data provided to Statistics Jersey, by government departments, businesses or individuals, is comprehensively protected by the legislation, and must only be used for statistical purposes.

Statistics Jersey will never share or publish identifiable information about individuals or businesses.

An application to build staff accommodation and a new agricultural shed at West Point Farm, St Ouen was refused by the Planning Committee.

West Point is owned by Jersey Royal (Property Holdings) (JRPH) which leases the site to the Jersey Royal Company. West Point Farm mainly consists of polytunnels.

JRPH applied to demolish a shed with a workshop, three staff bedsits and 13 polytunnels and build

a new agricultural shed for the maintenance and repair of farm machinery and new modern staff accommodation for 24 people.

Current planning policy for staff accommodation says it should be sited in the built up area. The planning report notes that the applicant owned staff-worker accommodation at the Beach Hotel, Grouville, but sold it for private residential development. Under planning policy for agricultural buildings, no new buildings are

allowed unless they are considered to be essential to the proper function of the farm holding.

Members accepted a planning report which said the planned shed and staff accommodation were against a number of important planning policies. It said the proposals, if granted, would mean a loss of agricultural land and a ‘development of an excessive size, scale and siting which is visually dominant and harmful to the remote rural character of the area’.

The Chief Statistician, Dr Duncan Gibaut, says: “This new legislation secures for the future a high quality and independent Statistics Jersey. We exist to provide a relevant, accurate and objective data service for all Islanders and businesses and to help the States of Jersey make informed, evidencebased decisions.

Farm development in St Ouen turned down

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6 months trial for St Aubin delivery & takeaway service A St Aubin restaurant will be allowed to provide a delivery and takeaway service for customers for a trial period of 6 months, following a decision by Jersey’s Planning Committee.

Noya Shapla is located on the quayside. It received permission to change the building from a bank to a restaurant last year but wasn’t allowed to operate a takeaway and delivery service due to concerns about traffic, parking and the impact on residents.

The restaurant has secured a parking space for its delivery driver and reapplied for permission to run a takeaway and delivery service. A planning department report said a delivery service would be acceptable but a take-away service from this restaurant could lead to problems of traffic generation, safety or parking.

However, the Committee, on hearing additional evidence from the applicant, took a different view. There were 18 letters of support for the application, and three against.

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New homes and road safety improvement for north of town 28 new homes will be built on the site of an old nursing home at La Pouquelaye, following Planning Committee approval.

A proposal to demolish Maison de Ville and replace it with 28 two-bedroom homes includes improvements to the layout of the pavement and roads to make it safer for people walking to and

from the area.

An application to redevelop the site and construct a 60-place day nursery together with 28 care apartments was refused permission at appeal in 2016.

A planning report on the revised application said the proposal was right for the location and ‘will deliver a well-designed, high quality residential

development’.

There were 12 public comments submitted to the department. Most concerns were about road safety, especially for children walking to Janvrin School.

The applicant, Dandara, will fund various pedestrian safety improvements to the surrounding area.

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Work on Jersey’s new hospital could be halted for at least six months if the States agree to an independent review of the choice of the site.

St John Constable Chris Taylor wants a team of advisers appointed to examine the half a billion pound development.

Despite planning permission being refused last month, the Health Minister said work would continue on plans for a new hospital on the current Gloucester Street site.

But Constable Taylor wants the States to demand a team of independent advisors, including a Planning Inspector and a financial expert.

He thinks they should assess the site’s suitability against the others previously ruled out – such as Warwick Farm, Overdale and the Waterfront – and report back by 1st September.

“If the evidence is there that one or more of the sites weren’t properly looked at and weren’t properly evaluated on the same basis as the current hospital site, we perhaps need to find out why that is.

“When you make a decision, you must have the evidence to support that decision.”

The Constable thinks it would restore public confidence in what he

calls a ‘flawed project.’

“It’s important that the States Assembly has some credibility in what it’s doing. At the moment, I think the States Assembly has lost a lot of credibility with members of the public.

“We need to give the public the confidence that we know what we’re doing and we are doing it for the best reasons.”

If approved, it is estimated to cost up to around £200,000 to complete.

It’s due to be debated by politicians in April.

“The Constable thinks it would restore public con�idence in what he calls a ‘�lawed project.’”

Average Jersey house price up by £14,000 House prices in Jersey went up by 3% in 2017.

The average house price is now at £465,000, £14,000 more than 2016.

It’s the fourth successive year that

the cost of owning a property has risen.

The figures, released by the States, also shows that two bedroom flats and three and four bedroom homes are now more expensive than ever.

The number of flats sold in 2017 jumped by 26%, but house sales dropped by 6%.

The report also found that overall housing market activity and rental prices essentially remained the same.

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POPPY APPEAL THIEF JAILED FOR 18 MONTHS

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A man has been jailed after he admitted stealing more than £35,000 from the Royal British Legion over a two-year period.

Dominic Egre, 43, from Jersey, had a long-standing association with the charity as both his parents served in the armed forces.

The Bailiff, Sir William Bailhache, told the island's Royal Court that a custodial sentence was "inevitable".

Egre was charged with two counts of larceny and jailed for 18 months.

More on this story and others from the Channel Islands The court heard Egre was entrusted with designing and producing metal poppy pins to raise money for the charity's Jersey branch in 2008.

Charity accounts showed "relatively little" money had been raised from the pins and the former Lieutenant Governor Sir John McColl became concerned.

It was then that Egre's bank statements were examined and showed five payments into his personal account that matched money collected from the sale of the pins.

The court was told Egre had "grossly abused his position of trust" and had "brought shame" on the charity.

Sentencing, Sir William acknowledged that Egre is the primary carer for his father and two children but said "given the offences of dishonesty following a breach of trust, a custodial sentence was inevitable".

“Established over 45 years, the company provides a bespoke, personalised service from design to installation.”

Planning approval for new sewage treatment works

​ he Minister for Infrastructure is delighted that planning approval has been given T for the new sewage treatment works.

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However, he is disappointed that over £4m will be spent on covering the primary settlement tanks (PSTs) before it can be evidenced that this will actually address possible odour issues.

Continuous improvement is one of Department for Infrastructure's main objectives. A new sewage treatment plant is greatly needed as the current plant is well past its design life and is causing maintenance issues.

The new plant design submitted for the planning application would not only be capable of improved performance but also a predicted 18% reduction in odour to that currently experienced, making DfI a better neighbour.

Last July, the Planning Committee deferred making a decision on the planning application for the new sewage treatment works following concerns expressed about odours by

people living in the neighbourhood.

This deferment was to give the DfI the opportunity to consider covering the PSTs. Following the planning application deferment, DfI reviewed its position and consulted with experts.

Until the plant is built, the difference covering the tanks would make on odours experienced by neighbours, could not be established reliably. It was still not clear from where any odours experienced at Bellozanne emanate.

DfI concluded that it could not recommend expenditure of £4.12m for installing the covers plus the additional costs of ongoing maintenance, without being sure that the covers would make a difference DfI, however, proposed a pragmatic approach and said that it would conduct odour monitoring and if it was found that unacceptable levels of odour

were emanating from the new PSTs when they were built, then they would then cover the tanks.

The Planning Committee did not accept this approach and rejected the application. DfI then decided to appeal believing their approach to be the best option for the Island. This appeal has been allowed but with the condition that DfI submits plans and details for covering the PSTs for approval by the Department of the Environment prior to construction.

Minister for Infrastructure, Deputy Eddie Noel said “I am delighted that we have now got planning approval and can get going on the project. I accept that we have to abide by the accompanying condition and cover the primary settlement tanks during construction, however this does mean we may be spending over £4m when it might not actually be needed.”

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ARE YOU READY FOR THE 2018 ELECTIONS? Election day is Wednesday 16th May 2018 when Islanders can choose up to 8 Senators and also their Parish Connétable and Deputies (if contested).

The vote.je website is your essential guide to voting in Jersey. It has everything you need to know about registering to vote and voting in the May 2018 elections.

Register to vote To be able to vote, you have to be on the electoral register. If you will be 16 or over by 16th May 2018 and have lived in Jersey for the last 2 years or for the last six months (plus a period that adds up to five years altogether), then you can register to vote. The deadline to register is noon on 9th May 2018.

Standing for election Have you ever considered standing as a member of the States? Nomination nights are on 10th April for Senators and 11th April for Deputies and Connétables. Details about standing and the support available for new members is available at vote.je.

Find out about the candidates Visit vote.je to find out about who will

be standing for election in your Parish or district. Photos of candidates will be on the website from 3rd April and full manifestos on Friday 13th April at noon. A short video profile will also be available of each candidate. During March we will ask the public to suggest questions they would like us to ask the candidates when they film their video profile. We will be filming the hustings and these will be uploaded to vote.je.

Cast your vote There are lots of ways you can cast your vote. When you vote you will need to take photographic identification with you such as a driving licence or a passport. If you register by 9th April 2018, then you can vote before 16th May at a pre-poll station. You do not need a special reason to vote early and it means that you can choose a time to vote which is easier for you.

Pre-poll opening times Weekdays: St Paul’s Centre, St Helier, Monday to Friday 8.30-5.15pm (30th

April -11th May) and Monday 14th May 8.30am - 2pm (closed Bank Holiday Monday 7th and Liberation Day Wednesday 9th May).

Saturday 5th May 2018: Trinity Youth Centre 10am - 1pm.

Saturday 12th May 2018: Communicare, St Brelade 10am - 1pm.

If you are ill, disabled or have difficulty reading or writing, then a home visit can be arranged. All you have to do is telephone your Parish Hall.

If you will be out of the Island on 16th May you can apply for a postal vote. You must apply in writing by Tuesday 8 May 2018 to the Judicial Greffe for a postal vote and then return your postal voting ballot envelope to the Judicial Greffe, Royal Court House, Royal Square, St. Helier, JE1 1JG, by no later than 12noon, Wednesday 16 May 2018.

You can vote at your district polling station on Wednesday 16th May 2018 between 8 am and 8 pm.

Find out more at www.vote.je

ARE YOU REGISTERED TO VOTE? ELECTION DAY 16 MAY 2018

With or without your vote, States Members will be elected who have views on issues that affect you, so don’t let others choose on your behalf.

For more information contact your parish hall or visit vote.je CHANGE IS UP TO YOU. VOTE.

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Jersey War Tunnels invests in exhibit for 2018 season NEWS

Jersey War Tunnels has re-opened to the public following an extensive refurbishment programme, which has been undertaken over the winter months.

Every winter, Jersey War Tunnels invests in its award-winning exhibition, spending £50,000 this winter remodelling and enhancing its Fortress Island exhibit. The unique exhibit, which showcases the fortifications of Jersey from World War II, will now boast collection cabinets and many rare archived items that have never been seen by the public before.

The exhibition also has a brand new cutting-edge interactive touch wall, created by Freedom Media.

Using technology never before used in Jersey, visitors can touch pictures on the 5.5m wall to trigger animated projections and audio effects.

Phil Slatter, project manager at Freedom Media, said: ‘Following the incredible feedback received from our “Whispers and Lies” exhibit last season, our aim was to create another memorable experience and talking point for visitors. Using unique conductive ink technology, we’ve incorporated some really interesting information, imagery and audio, revealed by touching pictures painted

on the wall. Visitors can detonate an image of a grenade by touching it, reveal convoy routes by touching a navy vessel, and much more. It’s a highly engaging exhibit, accessible for all ages and we’re really excited to see the public reaction.’

In addition to the significant investment in Fortress Island, the team at JWT has also been refurbishing and improving all of the other exhibits. Kathy Bechelet, operations manager at Jersey War Tunnels said: ‘We are delighted with the work that has been undertaken on Fortress Island, one of our most revered exhibits. It is important to us to keep the tunnels fresh and to offer repeat visitors new experiences year on year and that is why we continue to reinvest. We are also incredibly keen to explore new ways of telling the story of islanders who lived through the occupation, bringing those stories to life wherever possible. There are lots of new artefacts and interactive displays this year that help give a real insight into the life of islanders living during World War II.’ ‘We are expecting another busy year at Jersey War Tunnels. With Brexit and the fall in the pound, we are anticipating more UK visitors looking for great value stay-cations in Jersey.’

Jersey War Tunnels has also

relocated its ticket desk to the entrance of the tunnels to enable quicker entry for visitors. Jersey War Tunnels are open Monday to Sunday 10am – 6pm with last entry to the main exhibition at 4.30pm.

The Escape Room, located in Jersey War Tunnels, is also open. Groups of four to eight people can take part and use their intelligence to try escape from the room within the 60-minute time limit.

Jersey War Tunnels tells the true story of the German occupation in a way that no other visitor attraction does. It gives an insight in to what life was really like for islanders living in Jersey during WWII.

The Chief Executive takes on oversight of Children's Services Jersey’s Chief Minister, Senator Ian Gorst, has given Chief Executive, Charlie Parker, direct oversight and accountability for Children’s Services.

Plans for new hangars Ports of Jersey plans to build three new 24,000 sq. ft. aircraft hangars to lease to private aircraft owners were deferred by the Planning Committee.

Members were particularly interested to hear more evidence from the acoustic experts in relation to anticipated noise impacts.

Ports of Jersey thinks there’s demand for a dedicated, purpose-built facility from local owners and high net worth individuals and submitted an

application for three large aircraft hangars on Le Mont Fondan, near Mont à la Brune, St Peter.

The plans attracted eight letters – one supporting the scheme, the remainder expressing concerns, including issues of noise and smells, the need for enhanced landscape and the visual intrusion of this type of building.

A planning report on the application said there was already aircraft noise in the area and any extra noise would be minor.

The Chief Minister took the decision, with the agreement of the Health Minister, Senator Andrew Green, after Mr Parker and the new Children’s Commissioner raised concerns about the pace of change in Children’s Services and the possibility that children may still be at risk.

Mr Parker and the Children’s Commissioner, Deborah McMillan, have been reviewing the current arrangements and have both visited Children’s Services to see for themselves what progress has been made since the publication of the Independent Jersey Care Inquiry’s report.

Their assessment was that while Children’s Services have come a long way since the Care Inquiry report, there was still more to do. However,

the pace of change was too slow and children may still be at risk.

Senator Gorst said: “There can be no more important duty for us as a government than to protect the welfare of vulnerable children. It is clear that while progress has been made in reforming Children’s Services, the pace of change is still too slow, and it needs firm and committed leadership to pick up the pace of improvement.

“I have therefore given the Chief Executive of the States direct oversight and accountability for Children’s Services, in order to ensure that our Island’s children get the quality of care they deserve.”

Ministerial accountability for Children’s Services remains with the Minister for Health and Social Services.

Mr Parker has considerable

Chief Executive, Charlie Parker

experience of leading improvements in children’s services in his previous roles. The service he ran in Westminster jointly with Kensington and Chelsea, and Hammersmith and Fulham councils secured the only ‘outstanding’ rating from Ofsted, and the service that he ran in Oldham was rated among the top six in the country.​

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Local charities introduced to special Touch Therapy Two local cancer charities are bene�iting from Hand Picked Hotels teams’ Touch Therapy training - a method of healing massage therapy especially for those who have suffered from trauma, undergone an operation or treatment for illness.

Interim Health Club & Spa Manager, Jersey Matt Riley and his team of trained therapists joined islanders at a special Macmillan Jersey coffee morning at the end of January to offer some complimentary express touch therapy massage treatments, demonstrate the unique techniques, explain why the therapy has been designed specifically for people dealing with trauma and discuss the benefits of this type of treatment.

Last year Hand Picked Hotels became the first hotel group in Jersey to introduce the remarkable and specialist therapy into both L'Horizon Beach Hotel & Spa and Grand Jersey Hotel & Spa. Benefits include the reduction of anxiety, pain and depression along with an improvement in sleep patterns and

a better general sense of wellbeing.

Matt Riley said, “Last year our therapists took part in a fantastic three-day course to give them a really thorough understanding of how to care for clients suffering from cancer and how to tailor treatments to suit individual clients’ needs.

“We were delighted to be the first hotel group on the island to offer Touch Therapy, making our spas accessible to all. Our therapists are equipped to provide much needed support and of course offer some wonderfully relaxing healing massage treatments to people undergoing treatment for cancer or other illnesses.”

Discussing spreading the word about the accessibility of the treatments and its benefits he went on to say, “It’s great that we are able to work with these local charities, to help raise awareness of the fact that these specially designed treatments are available.

Our Spas offer a calm and peaceful environment where people can disconnect from daily stresses and anxieties, away from clinical

surroundings. We are really pleased to enable people who cannot, for whatever reason, enjoy traditional therapies and offer them the opportunity to relax and benefit from treatments which have been specifically designed to meet their needs.”

RBS INTERNATIONAL HAS APPOINTED NEW HEAD OF RESOURCING AND TALENT RBS International has appointed Selina Camara, who has been employed by the bank since leaving school, as its new Head of Resourcing and Talent.

Selina’s career has spanned 23 with the bank. This has included a range of roles within Retail banking, time as a Relationship Manager in the International Private Banking team, and most recently as a Performance Coach, dedicated to helping the business’ leadership population develop and grow their skills.

Steve Scott, Head of Human Resources, commented: “Having joined the Bank as a teenager and worked her way through to a senior management position, Selina has the relevant experience to source and attract talented individuals as well as encourage and nurture their career development within the bank.”

Selina, who is based in Jersey, will be responsible for further developing the bank’s talent strategy in all its jurisdictions, as well as delivering its strategic workforce plan to respond to the changing way we live and work.

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Discover the world of Rachel’s Textiles Studio. As well as Rachel’s exclusive Genuine Jersey handmade gifts (check out instagram.com/rachelstextiles) the studio offers excellent facilities with a fabulous haberdashery, sewing essentials and many exciting fabrics.

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Rachel is the main dealer for Janome in Jersey – Janome machines are used during classes for students and adults of all levels.

You’ll find Rachel’s Textiles Studio at 47 La Colomberie. Tel: 878877. www.rachelstextilesstudio.com. facebook.com/ rachelsTextilesStudio

100% Health – looking good, naturally For powerful and natural anti-ageing skincare, plus all the supplements, healthy food and snacks you need to keep looking good, pop into 100% Health As the years take their toll, I’m fighting back with the incredible power of grapes as found in Caudalie beauty products, especially the top of the range, Caudalie Premier Cru.

‘If I had been around when Rubens was painting, I would have been revered as a fabulous model. Kate Moss? Well, she would have been the paintbrush.’

Dawn French

A touch of spring has arrived at Neptune

It was all looking very spring-like when I called into Neptune last week with the new Milano and Freda & Freddies collections now arriving in store.

There’s a whole load of gorgeous products in this range, with my favourites being The Serum and The Cream. The Serum contains a new patented complex, and is the first step before The Cream.

Freda & Freddies is the label that has established itself in the ladies’ fashion world with its cheeky and trendy collections – T-shirts, quilted jackets made of light down and reversible jackets in bright colours, parkas or timeless trench coats, all with the high-quality workmanship that Freda & Freddies is well known for.

You can’t help but love The Cream: It has a luxurious velvety texture which smells fabulous, and is really softening on the skin – as well as feeling great, it is attacking my wrinkles, dark spots and firming up those slack areas, yes it really works.

I’m always intrigued by a story behind a brand: The name Caudalie means ‘the haunting scent of wine’, so it will come as no surprise to learn that the creation of this cutting-edge skincare line started in 1995 in a vineyard in France – Caudalie products contain resveratrol, a now-famous grape-derived antioxidant compound.

There are other products in the collection; my next purchase is going to be The Eye cream to attack those dark circles and puffiness that have crept up on me. I’ll let you know how I get on...

Are you feeding your skin the right nutrients?

Looking good on the outside, often starts on the inside. Solgar Skin, Nails & Hair formula of vitamins and minerals has been designed to help support your body’s production of collagen and keratin, which can decrease as we age and are fundamental to the strength, health and appearance of skin, hair and nails.

Beautiful prints make Milano shirts and tunics irresisitible for the spring. Team with a pair of Robell trousers for the perfect casual look. Robell trousers this season are available in gorgeous colours and stunning new designs.

Neptune stocks Robell in sizes 8 to 24 in various fits including super slim and a fit suitable for ladies who want it straight but not too narrow and clingy.

Neptune at Gorey Pier is open Monday to Saturday 10am to 5pm.

Tel 851243.

Like and follow the Neptune Jersey facebook page for news of new deliveries.

This supplement contains MSM, red algae, copper and lysine along with vitamin C which contributes to normal collagen formation and zinc and for the maintenance of normal skin, nails and hair. Sounds good to me.

Call into the shop in Conway Street, or log on to www.100health.je. Make sure you follow the prompt to sign up to the newsletter – each week you will receive tips on staying healthy, recipes, natural skincare, special offers and much more.

Plus you can spin the wheel to try to win a prize! Tel 610638.

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TALK with Sarah Jane Holt

March already... I’m escaping for a few days to my other favourite island, Fuerteventura, to give me a taste of sunshine and to start the celebrations marking a certain significant birthday!

I’ll be back with more news from Island businesses next month.

If you have anything you’d like to share with readers please get in touch by emailing sarahjaneholt@45squaremiles.com

Sarah Jane

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Well here we are in March and only around two weeks to the official start of spring. What a lovely feeling that from now the evenings will just get lighter, the days longer and hopefully the weather will start to warm up and we can begin to ditch our winter togs!

One of this season’s must-have colours is a lovely soft baby blue and is flattering to most skin tones. I love the transitional pieces that have arrived at Up and Above. The lightweight knitwear could be worn right now and would cheer you up no end. The beautiful quality mercerised cotton tops from Rabe come in shades of blue, fuchsia pink, mint green and turquoise. These are always very popular so an early visit is essential and if you are going off on holiday now is the perfect time to browse.

Laurie will have delivered their new colours in capris and 7/8th pants by the time this goes to print and the pretty soft pink is going to be a must for me! Laurie trousers now start from size 8.

Up and Above is at No 50 Don Street, telephone 758808.

For that special mum...

Want to volunteer?

Volunteer.je is an easy-to-use site where you can view volunteer positions or simply register your areas of interest to find the post best suited to your skills. And of course it’s a great opportunity to meet new people - and have fun!

Check out www.volunteer.je or call 01534 497035 for more information.

Cold shoulder top from ‘See You’ in navy floral print from size 14 to 28

The Romerils Outdoor Living Show

Create your own unique outdoor living space Mums are angels, and to show that special mum how much you care give her a Mothering Sunday gift from the very affordable Angel Whisperer collection.

Filigree cages with a choice of chiming balls, angel wings and delicate bracelets can all be found exclusively at H. Letto & Son Ltd, 18 Charing Cross.

Tel 730952.

Fancy trying out a swim spa? Well you can at the Romerils Outdoor Living Show as there will be a full working Amazonus swim spa for you to try out. I’ve seen these in action before and they are incredible!

I had called into Romerils to meet Dan Turner, the sales manager, and found the showroom undergoing a major transformation in time for the event. Along with finding everything you could possibly need to create your own unique outdoor living space, Dan told me that there are FANTASTIC offers for the duration of the show – up to 30% off outdoor furniture, up to 20% off outdoor heaters, fire pits and barbecues, 10% off colourful outdoor bean

bags.

Oceans outdoor furniture is designed to be versatile, durable and perfect for outdoor living and entertaining. Also new to Romerils is the Unique outdoor table, the centre of which can be an ice bucket, hold a fire, or you could even put a plant in it – the ice bucket gets my vote.

Along with the working swim spa you will also be able to experience working Wellis spas which are known for their many therapeutic benefits and combine the latest technical innovations with exceptional style.

There are loads of outdoor accessories such as Fatboy colourful bean bags, the new

Dan Turner, Sales Manager at Romerils Fatboy Cacoon hammocks and quirky colourful drinks coolers made from recycled oil drums. Plus of course heaters, chimineas and barbecues.

The beauty of Romerils is that they hold most items in stock. There’s no charge for building/installation

‘Like’ the Letto’s Facebook page for the chance to WIN a fabulous gift for mum

or delivery – and by buying locally you are assured of 100% aftersales service.

Call in and have a chat to Dan or one of the team at Romerils Outdoor Living, Dumaresq Street.

T: 738806. www.romerils.com

ROMERILS OUTDOOR LIVING SHOW Thursday 8, Friday 9, Saturday 10 March

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Look FABULOUS every day with semi-permanent make-up designed by Jacquie Callaghan. Semi-permanent make-up enhances your features, making you look more attractive and feel more confident.

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Jacquie is the Harley Street trained semi-permanent make-up specialist who can create a look so natural you would never know it was semi-permanent. Alternatively more dramatic looks are available.

Give the appearance of luscious lips with Jacquie’s specialist ‘Lip Blush’ treatment; watch as your eyes look bigger and your lash line is defined with the ‘glamourise eyes’ treatment; transform over-plucked or sparse eyebrows with delicate 3D hair strokes to replicate each individual hair – perfectly shaped brows, professionallylined eyes and softly defined lips, yes you know you’re worth it!

Jacquie works with ASC (Aesthetic Skin Clinic) at Lido Medical Centre. She would be delighted to answer any of your questions prior to a consultation so give her a call on 07797 711088.

Exclusive to Letto’s

– as featured in the Daily Telegraph Halcyon Days has created exquisite handpainted collectables to celebrate the forthcoming marriage of HRH Prince Henry of Wales and Meghan Markle

Mothering Sunday gifts at the Harbour Gallery

For a gift as unique as your mum visit The Harbour Gallery in St Aubin. The Harbour Gallery exhibits the work of nearly 100 local artists and craftworkers and with every purchase you are supporting the work of the charity Art in the Frame Foundation.

Follow The Harbour Gallery on Facebook for news of forthcoming exhibitions and workshops or visit www.theharbourgalleryjersey.com. Tel: 01534 743044.

Hey who knew: Prince Harry’s official name is Henry! The upcoming Royal Wedding on 19th May 2018 is set to be one of the most joyous and highly anticipated ceremonies of the year.

To mark the occasion Halcyon Days has created the ‘Wedding Ribbon’ collection – this characteristic collection features illustrative details of flowers with a knotted ribbon framing the Royal couple’s names and initials. The design adorns two handcrafted enamel boxes and a range of exquisite English fine bone china pieces.

Pre-order the ‘Wedding Ribbon’ collection now from H. Letto & Son Jewellers Ltd in Charing Cross.

Tel 730952.

Any item from this stunning collection would make a perfect gift for Mothering Sunday.

Act now, before the nesting season If you had gulls nesting (and hatching) last year there’s a very high probability that they will be back this year. Gulls can foul roofing, block outlets and gutters and, when protecting their nests and chicks, very noisy! Don’t wait until they make themselves at home, prevention is better than cure and NOW is the time to have gull deterrents installed.

Howard Durrell of Absolute Pest Control is offering free surveys and no-obligation quotes before seagull nesting season arrives.

Be sure to ‘Like’ the Letto’s Facebook page for up-to-date news and to WIN a fabulous gift for mum in their MOTHER’S DAY COMPETITION

Howard and his team have helped homes and businesses throughout the Island to keep pest free for over 10 years.

Whether you’re having issues with seagulls, rodents, moles, insects or other troublesome creatures, they can help.

Call Absolute Pest Control on 07797 748288 or 07797 829885

Visit www.pestcontroljersey.co.uk

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with Sarah Jane Holt

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Organic Chocolate and Love is deliciously ethical.

Beautifully wrapped, there are some scrummy flavours to choose from.

Treat mum to a bar or two from 100% Health in Conway Street.

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The personal approach to training

Healthhaus is so much more than just a gym, it’s a real community where no one feels out of place – if you’re having a tough day, the welcoming lounge is a place to sit with fellow members and just relax.

Although there are many fantastic benefits to being a member of the Healthhaus community, their trainers also offer personal coaching sessions – each and every session offering a sustainable approach to wellbeing as well as fitness.

Girls, just think of all the hard work you’ve done this week, you deserve a treat, and the Ellis BIG sale is guilt-free shopping at its best – yes you can have armfuls of fabulous fashion at knockdown prices! ALL sale stock is being slashed to make way for new arrivals.

Frank Lyman, Isabel de Pedro, Latte and loads more gorgeous quality separates, coats and jackets are in the clearance sale – I snatched up an incredible Latte knitted jacket reduced from £125 to £35.

Bartosz (Barry) Zarazka has been with Healthhaus for three years and offers personal coaching sessions for weight management. ‘I really enjoy helping people discover how they can manage their weight simply by changing bad habits.

Effective weight loss is not about the quick fix, it’s about a lifestyle change, it’s about creating a routine that you are able to follow and, more importantly, that you enjoy. It’s about sustainability.

‘With personal coaching sessions I use a training app and each of my clients has their own individual profile. At our first meeting I put together a profile based on their lifestyle, eating habits and fitness levels. This profile will include schedules for workouts, cardio and strength exercises, nutrition, weight, plus progression photos.

‘Each schedule is made for the client, it’s their schedule, noone else’s. The app includes videos of exercises – my clients can do exercises at home and know they are doing them correctly. With the app they can track themselves and I can monitor how they are doing; evaluating their progress and making changes with them as they go will give them the best results.

‘My job is to be able to adapt to who I am working with, to help them reach a level where they are comfortable maintaining their own schedule. That’s the biggest challenge for a personal trainer, to understand each person’s different levels and abilities and to be able to adapt sessions so that they can learn, develop and maintain their new lifestyle.’

Cesca Dessain has been at Healthhaus for a year and offers personal training sessions in HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training), sports specific training and core strengthening.

Cesca invited me to join one of her sessions as I had commented that I didn’t think HIIT was for me. ‘People who haven’t been in my classes are often scared off by the thought of HIIT, it can sound intimidating, but my personal sessions are moderated to the individual. I always give alternatives to specific exercises, I say to my clients it’s your body, it’s your session.

‘Each trainer here is given the opportunity to run a specialised course so it’s really a case of choosing a course to showcase your skillsets. I offer a running programme as that’s something I’m passionate about. I have since been coaching clients who also love running, plus I’m known for competing in triathlons, running and swimming races, so I do welcome clients who are sports focussed and who are wanting to work towards specific races or goals.

‘I would say to those who are nervous about starting out on the road to fitness, don’t worry about anybody else, I cater for everyone’s abilities and you don’t know what you can achieve until you try. That’s what I enjoy so much about my job; seeing everyone’s effort and progression, watching them want to learn to be better and to see them elated by it.’

Barry was so easy to talk to and really cares about helping and supporting those who are serious about weight management.

Cesca started my own personal coaching session with beginner’s weights – ‘weights’ that word alone was enough to scare me, but Cesca adapted each part of the circuit to suit my personal fitness levels and after the first circuit I realised, I CAN do this. It was challenging, but Cesca let me set my own pace to the point where I’m really looking forward to my next session. If I can tackle HIIT training, then you can too.

Get in touch by emailing barry@healthhaus.co.uk

To find out more contact cesca@healthhaus.co.uk

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It only takes one person to change your life – you How often do you use these words: ‘If only…’ or ‘If it wasn’t for them I’d be…’ or ‘Nothing good ever happens to me...’

Well you’re the only one in the driving seat of your life so get in gear and get going. But if you’re having problems pulling away from your past Anne Banyard, cognitive hypnotherapist and mind coach, can offer guidance.

To find out more about how Anne can help you to become the best version of yourself, visit www.annebanyardcognitivehypnotherapy.co.uk.

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Redwood Offshore strengthen Data Protection Services REDWOOD Offshore senior employees have successfully passed EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) foundation and practitioner exams, strengthening the consultancy’s data protection capability across the Channel Island marketplace.

Lance Barclay, Senior Manager and Wendy Woodcock, Office Manager at Redwood Offshore have qualified as GDPR Certified Practitioners after completing the EU GDPR Foundation and Practitioner course. Mr Barclay and Mrs Woodcock are now qualified to fulfil the role of Data Protection Officer (DPO) under the EU GDPR. “Data protection is a natural complement to our market-leading regulatory compliance services and we understand that the provision of a DPO will be a key function for all companies when the GDPR regime

comes into force in May. It is absolutely integral to our proposition that staff take the relevant, professional exams to ensure our services are delivered by experienced and qualified practitioners who are fully capable of easing the regulatory burden on clients”, said James Wood, Founder and Chief Executive of Redwood Offshore.

The course, delivered by an Information Security Compliance Manager trained to ISO 270001, provided training on the key implementation and compliance activities required to achieve continuous compliance.

Mr Barclay has over 15 years’ experience in law enforcement and compliance, with particular expertise as a Money Laundering Reporting Officer. Mrs Woodcock has 24 years’

Wendy, Lance and Jayne

experience in the offshore finance industry with particular expertise in technology, compliance monitoring and anti-money laundering.

FEEFO GOLD TRUSTED SERVICE AWARD FOR

SKIPTON INTERNATIONAL Skipton International has been awarded another Feefo Gold Trusted Service Award for 2018 in recognition of outstanding customer service, the second successive year the bank has received this award.

The Feefo award is an independent rating, based exclusively on genuine reviews from verified customers collated by the Feefo platform.

Throughout 2017, Skipton International achieved a Feefo service rating of between 4.5 and 5.0 – the highest score possible.

Jim Coupe, Managing Director, Skipton International, said: “Skipton International prides itself on friendly and efficient customer service, and we are delighted customers have chosen to give their feedback through the independent Feefo reviews.

“We look forward to continuing to pursue the high standards our customers expect across our offshore savings, Channel Island and British expat mortgage products. We are also in the process of developing our services through a new online savings portal, which will be an additional channel for our customers to access their accounts online 24 hours a day.

We will continue to invest in our most important asset of all for customer service – our team members.”

Skipton International is one of the Channel Islands’ largest providers of new residential mortgages, and has a growing expat mortgage business, providing buy-to-let mortgages for British expats who wish to invest in the UK. The Guernsey-registered bank also offers a range of offshore savings accounts for Channel Island residents and British expats around the world.

Feefo is a ratings and reviews, and customer analytics platform that provides the tools to collect genuine, purchase-verified reviews on behalf of over 4,000 businesses. Feefo ensures that all feedback is authentic, by matching it to a legitimate transaction; this is in order to increase consumer confidence, and combat the rising issue of fake reviews.

Speaking on this year’s award, Andrew Mabbutt, CEO, Feefo, said: “The Trusted Service award has always been

about recognising those companies that go the extra mile. Once again, we have seen many incredible businesses using Feefo to its full potential, to provide truly memorable experiences for their customers – and rightly being awarded with our most prestigious accreditation. I look forward to the continual success of the businesses that work in partnership with Feefo throughout 2018.”

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The Tongue Tied team

TONGUE TIED (JERSEY) LIMITED

Tongue Tied (Jersey) Limited is a Jersey based company that provides expertise in translation, interpretation and all foreign language related services to businesses and organisations across every sector of Jersey's economy as well as to numerous worldwide 'blue chip' organisations including many household names.

The company delivers a lowcost, individually tailored translation service covering all languages and catering for the requirements of business needs ranging from the translation of short presentations, letters and promotional brochures, to major technical manuals and detailed legal documents.

John Shouler, who founded the business more than 25 years ago, has seen it grow to support businesses from across the globe through its team of over 4000 worldwide translators and interpreters. John commented: "We pride ourselves on providing an efficient and responsive service at highly competitive rates and we have successfully grown our business by delivering a reliable and speedy service to clients of all sizes."

Earlier this year, the team in Jersey recruited Rebecca Falla as an additional Project Manager in response to growing demand for the company's services. John welcomed the new addition to the team. He said "Rebecca's appointment will

enable us to respond to an increase in demand for our services and help us to maintain the highly responsive level of service which we know is such an important factor for our clients."

James Morris who heads up Tongue Tied's Relationship Management team in Jersey emphasised the importance of using professional and skilled translators. "Precision and accuracy are essential requirements when seeking to transact business and compete in a global market," he said. "Inaccurate translations that fail to capture the nuances of a language will inevitably create a bad impression so it is important for businesses to call upon the level of expertise that can only be provided by a native language speaker."

James also emphasised the importance that Tongue Tied places on the level of service that it provides to its clients. "Our clients consistently tell us that they value the responsive and efficient manner in which we deal with all enquiries, and the speed and accuracy with which translations are carried out," he commented.

James is aware that Jersey has a rich history of exporting services and skills across the world, a tradition which he believes is still maintained today with many local businesses successfully developing markets and transacting business on an international basis. "Tongue Tied regularly helps local businesses to promote their services and develop international markets which in turn helps them to grow their own businesses. We are proud to play a small part in helping Jersey's businesses to flourish and promote the Island across the world."

James eamphasises that Tongue Tied provides support to companies and organisations of all sizes across all manner of foreign language related services, but he highlighted the following principal services that the company delivers to support individuals and businesses: • Translation services – Professional and accurate translation of letters, documents, contracts, general correspondence, promotional brochures, advertisements, instruction manuals, technical

“Tongue Tied provides support to companies and organisations of all sizes.” guides, etc.

• Interpretation services – Support in important client meetings, provided either on a face-to-face basis, or through telephone support using audio and video conference facilities.

• Website services – The ability to provide all information contained on a company's website in a range of languages, thereby enabling an organisation to promote its services to a worldwide audience and to

speakers of different languages as well as to clients and prospective clients from different countries and cultures.

• Printing and desktop publishing services – Documents can be translated, typeset and then printed or transcribed using all major desktop publishing software packages.

James and the team can be contacted on 01534 735505, or by e-mail at james.morris@tongue-tied.je

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HOME LIVING

PROPERTY INSIGHTS Identity caution when moving house

By Marcus Matthews of Indigo Estates Recent research has shown that about a quarter of home-movers leave themselves open to some form of identity theft when they move, simply by failing to redirect their post promptly.

Indeed, almost half of all identity theft cases involve a previous address, and 70% of new occupants receive mail addressed to a past occupant. This often includes sensitive personal information, which can be used by a fraudster to obtain credit in your name.

As some organisations can take several weeks to amend their details, we suggest you start to compile a list of those who will need your new address as soon as you begin marketing your property. This might include schools, the tax office, banks, credit card companies, the Parish hall, the DVLA, Premium Bonds, clubs, etc.. Then, as soon as you have a moving date, contact them formally with your new details.

Arrange with Jersey Mail to re-direct your mail for at least a year and also consider registering with the Royal Mail Preference Service to have your name taken off most direct mailing lists.

This will ensure mail-shots from lenders aren’t sent to you at your old address. It’s also a good idea to do the same at your new address, in both your name and that of the previous occupier – if only to avoid heaps of junk mail landing on your doorstep!

If you are concerned that you could be at risk from identity theft, you can set up a credit monitoring service with companies such as Experian, Equifax or CheckMyFile. com which will alert you to any significant changes to your

credit report, so you can take any necessary action as soon as possible.

We hope you find the above useful, and don’t forget – we’re here to help you with your move, not just your sale!

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“As some organisations can take several weeks to amend their details, we suggest you start to compile a list of those who will need your new address.”

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A great year to buy with Skipton The Skipton Mortgage Centre has greeted countless new customers in search of their dream home since it opened the doors to its St Helier Mortgage Centre in April last year.

The latest statistics from Skipton International show a huge increase in demand for its Jersey mortgages since it launched the Centre, making them one of the Channel Island’s leading property lenders.

Year-end figures from the Guernsey regulated bank, show that Skipton’s mortgage team helped over two hundred home hunters complete on property purchases during 2017.

Since the Mortgage Centre opened, its team have greeted an average of five new customers a day, demonstrating the value of face to face advice when starting that all important search for a home. Skipton has been offering residential mortgages to Jersey customers for over 12 years, but decided to provide a physical presence in St Helier in 2017 to make the process even easier for buyers.

With its completed mortgages having risen by 37% last year, these figures prove that people like being able to talk to an expert who guides them through the mortgage and buying process.

Lorraine Mclean, Mortgage Sales Manager, Skipton Mortgage Centre said, “Last year was a wonderful start for the team here at the Mortgage Centre and we believe we will continue to see these numbers rise. We are very accessible and happy to welcome people when they are passing should they have any lending queries. Our strong emphasis on great customer service means that more and more people are turning to Skipton for all their lending needs.”

2017 was also a promising year for the Jersey property market with most property types increasing in value and transaction activity picking up in comparison to 2016.

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