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11 JERSEYMEN TO TAKE ON ULTRA-MARATHON

A group of eleven Jerseymen will be taking on the infamous Comrades Marathon in South Africa on Sunday 9th June 2019.

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Regarded by many to be one of the world’s largest and oldest ultra marathon races, the group of friends will join more than 25,000 other competitors who will be taking on this physically tough and mentally challenging 87k running race.

Seven of the eleven Caesareans all signed up to Comrades back in September 2018 after completing the Ironman 140.2 race in Italy.

Matthew Morel, Dan Noding, Mark Grenyer, Spencer Daley, Alun Roberts, John Pirouet and Dave Double have been training together since December 2018 and getting the miles in through a series of scheduled sprint sessions, hill drills and long distance training runs.

Four more endurance race runners from the Island; Jason Bingham, Stuart Pinnington, Matt Creed and Graham Marshall, have joined the original seven to take on the challenge too.

Of the upcoming challenge Matthew Morel said: “This year’s race is from Durban to Pietermaritzburg; so uphill. They alternate the route each year from an up hill run to a down hill run.

Friends of mine from South Africa who have successfully completed both run routes say that the up hill route is easier!”

For many doing this race, simply completing it in the allocated time frame is the goal. Each competitor has twelve hours to complete the 87k distance and on average each year over 10,000 of the 25,000 starters finish in the time set.

The Comrades Marathon is known for promoting camaraderie, selflessness, dedication and perseverance.

“The Comrades Marathon is known for promoting camaraderie, selflessness, dedication and perseverance.”

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La Collette to open longer at weekends NEWS

Islanders will soon have more time to get rid of their rubbish and garden waste at weekends in response to public demand for more convenient opening hours at La Collette.

Starting on 10th June, the Household Reuse and Recycling centre will open later in the mornings, but stay open until 5pm on Saturdays and Sundays. That's when islanders said they mostly use the facility.

It currently shuts at 4:15pm every day, apart from Sundays when it's closed by lunchtime.

Wednesdays are quietest, so it won't open at all midweek - so that it can stay open for longer on other days.

The new opening times will be: Monday 10am to 7pm Tuesday 9am to 4pm Wednesday Closed Thursday - Friday 9am to 4pm Saturday - Sunday 9am to 5pm

Islanders urged to talk about organ donation

From 1 July this year, the system for organ donation in Jersey is changing. From that date, there will be an assumption in law that adults consent to donating their organs after death unless they say otherwise.

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If you do not want to donate your organs the best way to record your decision is to contact the National Organ Donation Register which will then record your wishes. If you have not already done so, you can also contact the Register to expressly consent to be an organ donor. In circumstances where organ donation is a possibility, medical staff consult the Register in the first instance to see if someone has registered their decision to be, or not to be, a donor.

You can contact the Register at: www.organdonation.nhs.uk or by phoning 0300 123 2323.

There are currently 21,030 islanders registered on the Organ Donation Register.

Over the next few weeks, in the intention of this new law is to make lead-up to 1 July, and beyond, the it easier for deceased Islanders to Government of Jersey will run a donate their organs and potentially campaign reminding islanders of the save more lives. importance of having the conversation “However, there is also a about organ donation with their recognition that not everyone wants families so their wishes are known. to donate their organs and they must have the opportunity to Extra information about “This new opt out if they wish. We organ donation is available on gov.je by searching law is to make want to raise awareness of organ donation and “organ donation” and it easier for encourage people to information will also be deceased have the conversation posted to households and Islanders to with their families about on Government of Jersey social media channels. donate their donating while still fit Speaking about the and well, rather than organs and law change, which was leaving families in shock potentially agreed by the States to make that choice in Assembly in April 2018, the emotive aftermath save more Health Minister Deputy of a serious accident or lives.”

Richard Renouf said: “The illness.”

Under the new arrangements:

• You can expressly consent to organ donation via the Organ Donation Register

• You can do nothing and it will be assumed that you have no objection to donating • You can expressly ‘opt out’ of donation via the Organ Donation Register

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Bee keepers warned about deadly disease

The States Vet is urging bee keepers to be vigilant following a confirmed case of American Foulbrood NEWS

Since American Foulbrood was first found in Jersey in 2010, Natural Environment has reduced its prevalence by advising bee keepers and monitoring and destroying affected hives. Although the number of cases has fallen, the disease has always been expected to persist at a low level and, after a five-year gap since the last case, the disease was again confirmed last month.

States Veterinary Officer, Theo Knight-Jones, said: “Although we suspected that American Foulbrood was still present in Jersey, it had not been detected since 2014. The recent case comes as a timely reminder that bee keepers need to be aware of the disease, and take action to prevent it spreading.

“Any islander keeping bees should inspect their hives regularly for any signs of infection. Anyone that suspects that their hives might be infected with a notifiable disease should contact the States Veterinary

Office to report their concerns.”

The disease, which kills bee larvae (young bees), occurs when the bacteria gets into a beehive and forms resistant spores. The bacteria feeds off of the larvae, causing them to die and giving the capped cells,

housing the dead larvae, a sunken appearance.

Although the disease does not harm adult bees, it is highly infectious.

Adult bees from a diseased hive can easily spread it to other healthy colonies. Bee keepers can also

unwittingly spread the disease by moving equipment from an affected hive into a healthy hive.

Mr Knight-Jones also reminded islanders that anyone keeping bees needs to make sure that their bee hives are registered.

“Having a record of bee keepers, and knowing where hives are located, allows us to easily share information and advice,” he said.

“This is particularly important when it comes to diseases – being able to communicate quickly and effectively can help to stop diseases spreading.

“Any bee keeper that hasn’t registered their hives must take steps to sign up – it’s a legal requirement and the process is quick, simple, and free.”

Information about American Foulbrood, and other notifiable diseases that affect honey bees, can be found on gov.je.

Any bee keeper needing to register their hives should visit gov.je/bees or contact Natural Environment on bees@gov.je or +44(0)1534 441 600.

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INTERIM STATES VETERINARY OFFICER APPOINTED

An interim States Veterinary Officer has been appointed to fill the role for five months while a permanent replacement is found.

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Brian Smith, who has been seconded from Defra, will replace Theo Knight-Jones, who left on Friday 24th May after almost three years in the post.

Director of Natural Environment, Willie Peggie, said: “I want to thank Theo for all his hard work and for the contribution he has made to the island. His calm and pragmatic advice has been well received and much appreciated. We are grateful

to have Brian step into the role, his expertise will be extremely valuable as we negotiate to the other side of Brexit and in helping with the delivery of a wide variety of necessary initiatives.

“We have a great working relationship with Defra which has made this temporary secondment possible. We are reviewing the job description as part of the current departmental restructure, and will begin interviewing for a permanent States Vet as soon as we are

able to.”

Mr Smith qualified as a veterinary surgeon from Cambridge in 1976 and spent the first part of his career in clinical practice. He initially worked in a farm practice in Devon and subsequently ran his own small animal practice in Essex. He joined Defra in 2001 where he worked in all aspects of the field of prevention and control of notifiable disease, animal welfare, international trade and public health.

Over the past 10 years

his work has focused on import controls and audit of border inspection posts, export certification, responsibility for rabies controls and quarantine, Balai management of zoo animals and EU trade in animals and animal products.

He was responsible for the implementation of the changes to the Pet Travel Scheme in 2012 and 2014 including assistance dogs.

In the last year Mr Smith worked as a policy adviser to Defra in the Border Readiness

Team, working with meat exporters and animal traders in preparation for any potential Brexit outcome.

Mr Smith said: “I look forward to offering my expertise over the summer months to fill this important role working with animals and those who depend on them for their livelihood.”

 Brian Smith

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FORMER SCHOOL TO HOUSE NEW M&S M&S Simply Food will be one of three businesses moving in to the former St Martin's school this autumn.

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Jersey Village Vets and Mercury Distribution will also take up space in the new parish community facility, that will be known as 'La Vielle Ecole'.

The States Assembly approved a ÂŁ2.6 million loan to the parish to fund the redevelopment late last year.

When completed the building will retain its Grade IV listed roadside elevation, with a reconstructed footprint to the rear of the building to create modern useable space.

There will also be another 40 parking spaces will be provided, bringing the total up to 120.

Trading is due to start in November. 80% of the space is now let, with one space remaining.

"To have secured leases with bluechip tenants like M&S Simply Food, Jersey Village Vets and Mercury

Distribution is a testament to the quality space being provided in the completed redevelopment. The east of the island will soon be well-served with some excellent community facilities. We hope still to complete the development with a final tenant that will recognise the opportunity to dispense further community health or well-being services from the location.

"The project has taken some time to plan and progress, but delivery of the completed development will give the parishioners a community facility that they will rightly feel very proud of, and one that will not require them to make a regular contribution to upkeep. These two objectives have very much been at the forefront of our project team."

The Jerriais language will also be retained in the new building, with dual-displayed signs giving directions.

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Five men sentenced for raping teenager

Five Romanian nationals have each been jailed for 10 years for raping a young woman in Jersey last December.

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They attacked the teenager in Trinity while filming it on their mobile phones.

Florin Calin, Dorel Diaconu, Oprea Dobre, and Alexandru and Marius Dobrin - who are aged between 18 and 24 - were arrested within 24 hours of the attack being reported to police. They each admitted two counts of rape.

The court heard the victim, who was out on her Christmas Party, met Marius Dobrin in a St Helier nightclub.

She left the club with him, and was taken - along with the four other men to Les Platons, where she was sexually assaulted.

In a statement, the victim said she thought she was going to be murdered

and that the attack felt like it lasted 'a lifetime'.

The men's lawyers spoke of their remorse, lack of previous convictions and good character - but the Bailiff, Sir William Bailhache, said the offences were 'appalling, by any standard'.

The five have each been sentenced to 10 years, either in prison or youth detention, placed on the sex offenders register and given restraining orders preventing them from contacting the victim in any form. The court also recommended the men be deported.

Jersey Police have praised the victim's

bravery.

Acting Detective Inspector Christina MacLennan commented: "Although stranger rape is a particularly serious offence to investigate, thankfully they remain a rare occurrence in Jersey.

The States of Jersey Police have the utmost determination to investigate and prosecute all sexual offenders and we can assure victims that there is help available from a number of agencies who are in a position to offer support and guidance through all stages of the criminal justice process.

"We remain committed to working with our partners, especially support and advocacy services such as the SARC at Dewberry House, JAAR and the Jersey Women’s Refuge, to encourage victims of sexual crime to report such incidents."

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96 FLATS PLANNED FOR RANDALLS CLARE STREET BREWERY SITE

Jersey could soon see a new multi-million pound development near the centre of town, if planning permission is approved.

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Randalls Brewery have submitted a planning application to develop their Clare Street site to create 96 apartments complete with office and retail space.

The plans will provide for 32 one bedroom and 64 two bedroom apartments along with underground and courtyard parking for 74 cars.

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There will also be new office space within the restored former stables and new retail space on Saville Street.

A representative from Randalls says the build will enable substantial environmental and public realm improvements in the area and will provide a major regeneration boost to St Helier.

Randalls have been occupying the current site since the early 1800’s when it operated as a brewery which ended in 1992.

“I am delighted to announce that following a detailed period of review we have now reached a stage where we are in a position to submit a planning application for a multi-million pound re-development of our Clare Street site. The footprint encompasses our warehousing units and various residential units the company owns along Cannon Street and Saville Street.”

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Winner of the Channel Islands Co-operative Society’s ice cream competition is chosen An Islander will have her own flavour of ice cream sold in Channel Island Co-operative stores across Jersey this summer after competing against more than 500 entries in a unique competition.

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Angela Jeanne won the Co-op competition with her Jersey Eton mess flavoured ice cream, which was dedicated to her eight-year-old daughter Tayla. The ice cream will be fruity with pieces of meringue and swirls of strawberry sauce, plus Jersey Dairy cream.

As the winner of the competition Mrs Jeanne will get to see her ice cream produced at Jersey Dairy and have a tour of the production line with her daughter Tayla.

The competition was launched to celebrate the Co-operative marking 100 years as a community retailer this year. More than 500 people entered, and a shortlist was decided by a panel of four judges comprising of Jersey Dairy ice cream maker Alan James, the Society’s chief executive officer Colin Macleod, Channel 103 presenter Spencer Davies, and Highlands College student Thomas Garnier, who is undertaking the advanced technical diploma in culinary arts.

The four judges whittled down the 500 entries to a shortlist of three flavours. These were zesty lemon,

apple crunch and Jersey Eton mess.

The general public then had a week to vote for their favourite flavour.

Mrs Jeanne said: ‘Eton mess has always been a massive family

favourite. Myself and my husband served Eton mess at our wedding reception and it’s been a favourite since then. I have three children and they all love ice cream.

‘My little one is really looking forward to going to Jersey Dairy and seeing how the ice cream is made.

I think the ice cream is going to be really popular and lots of people have

told me they are looking forward to trying it. She added: ‘I think the competition was a brilliant idea and was really unique. I am really excited that I have won.’

The new ice cream is due to be on shelves in Grand Marché and Locale stores by the summer.

The Co-op’s chief executive officer Colin Macleod said: ‘We’re very much looking forward to seeing Jersey Eton mess ice cream being sold on our shelves and well done to Mrs Jeanne for coming up with such a unique idea.

We were thrilled with the number of entries submitted and we’re grateful to everyone who took part in the competition. The ice cream will be a great tribute to the Co-op which has served the Island’s communities for 100 years.’

As part of its centenary celebrations, the Co-op will also be running a number of other initiatives over the course of the year including the recently launched 100 Day Community Challenge and 100 hours of colleague volunteering. For more information on what the Society are doing to celebrate 100 years visit: channelislands.coop/100years

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ATF Fuels partner with Les Amis

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Les Amis is proud to announce that they have partnered with local company, ATF Fuels, who will be offering the charity long-term support in reaching their goals.

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As well as special concessions on fuel for their care homes, offices and vehicles ATF Fuels will also be donating their time volunteering for the charity and organising their own fundraising events.

The partnership between the two organisations arose from their shared values – of going beyond the remit of their jobs to help members of the community and to work with an enthusiastic approach.

Fiona Potts, Business Development and Marketing Manager at ATF Fuels said: “We have been looking for a local charity to partner with that has a strong focus on the community. After meeting with Les Amis we were amazed by their outlook, passion and values.

They have a great attitude toward the work they do and provide an invaluable care service to families and those with disabilities. We are very excited to work with Les Amis and have already started to plan

how our team with be contributing towards upcoming events.”

ATF Fuels will be launching an internal corporate initiative allowing their staff to give back to a worthwhile cause through the partnership with Les Amis. This will see the company host bake sales, volunteer at Les Amis’ regular events and have an involvement with the charity’s entry into this year’s Battle of Flowers.

Jason Loveless, Head of Support Services at Les Amis, said: “We are extremely grateful that ATF Fuels chose us as their chosen charity.

This is going to be a long-term relationship which we believe will be beneficial to us both and will certainly help our residents. Our corporate partnerships are not always about looking for financial donations, we value people and firms who are willing to give up their time for Les Amis and generally spread awareness of what we do here.”

Les Amis is an award-winning

charity which helps those with learning disabilities to lead rich and rewarding lives. The charity employs over 200 staff, helping to deliver almost 1 million hours of care each year to over 140 residents and local families.

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SOLAR PANELS PLAN FOR B&Q CAR PARK

Acorn Enterprises launch home collection service

Jersey Electricity has submitted plans to install 170 solar panels to cover 22 car park spaces in the B&Q car park on Recycling charity Acorn Queen's Road.

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It follows the energy company's announcement last month that it intends to create the island's largest solar farm at its La Collette offices.

The combined projects will power 21 homes, or a Nissan Leaf car for 630,000 miles.

The car port installation will feed directly into the grid, effectively giving all islanders a share in locally generated renewable electricity.

The ports will measure 33m x 5m and 23m x 5m and carry 170 x 128W

have launched a home collection service.

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panels on their roof.

JE, which is working with local supplier SunWorks, hopes to have both arrays built and operational later this year, subject to planning permission.

It's used a £48,000 grant from the Lloyds Bank Foundation to buy a new lorry and create two new jobs.

The scheme will help islanders dispose of their bulky household items in a sustainable way, by putting them on sale in Acorn's Reuse Centre.

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CIVIL SERVANTS RECEIVE NEW PAY OFFER A new three-year pay offer has made been made to Jersey's civil servants

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It includes an offer of 1.3% above inflation for 2020 along with a longer holiday allowance.

The government says negotiations

with civil service unions have been 'productive' in the aim of settling the ongoing pay dispute - which has led to this updated offer.

The pay offer for 2018 and 2019 remains unchanged. The 2020 deal

would include those currently on pay protection.

If accepted, new civil service employees will get 25 days annual leave, those who've worked for 5 years or more will get 28 days, with workers employed for 10 years plus getting 31 days.

Their working week will increase from 37 hours to 37.5 hours in July.

The SEB says it will go up on a 'prorata' basis to preserve their earnings given the consequential impact on the hourly rate of pay.

It would also see the creation of a new steering group of senior managers and union officials, who would identify where money can be saved. That cash would be shared between civil servants and the

government.

Unite and JCSA Prospect have agreed to suspend all industrial action until members vote on the offer in a ballot.

SEB Chair Senator John Le Fondre is hopeful it will be acceptable to civil servants.

"I am encouraged by the positive engagement that has taken place with the unions and that this has led to a renewed offer. I am also grateful that the civil service unions have agreed to suspend industrial action while this is subject to a ballot.

"I hope that this offer, which is the result of intensive discussions, will be acceptable to the union membership so that we can conclude this matter."

I am also grateful that the civil service unions have agreed to suspend industrial action while this is subject to a ballot.”

Wonka-mania at L’Horizon Beach Hotel & Spa raises over £1,000 for local skin cancer charity

Local children opened the door to a world of pure imagination at L’Horizon Beach Hotel & Spa this Easter.

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The AA Four Red Star hotel in St Brelade hosted a fabulous Willy Wonka Chocoholic themed Afternoon Tea on Easter Sunday raising more than £1,000 for the hotel’s charity of choice, the Donna Annand Melanoma Charity.

The Crystal Room was transformed into a children’s delight, and the kitchen team became ‘dandy’ candy makers and chocolatiers for the day and created a delectable menu for both children and big kids too including a selection of sandwiches and savouries.

No Willy Wonka party would have been complete without Wonka bars which all the children were given at the ‘factory gates’ but only some had

the much sought-after golden tickets!

Two lucky finders will soon be coming back with their families for another fantastic day out at the hotel.

Commenting on the special afternoon tea, Shaun McGachan, L’Horizon’s Hotel Manager, said, “We had a fabulous afternoon celebrating the wacky world of Wonka and helping to raise awareness and funds for the Donna Annand Melanoma Charity, the fantastic local charity we support.”

Kerry Petulla of DAMC said, “We were absolutely thrilled at the response to the Willy Wonka Afternoon Tea organised in support of the Donna Annand Melanoma Charity.

The whole day was magical; the food looked and tasted incredible. We are incredibly grateful to all of the team at L’Horizon Beach Hotel & Spa for

their continued support in helping us to raise funds and to also raise awareness of sun safety.”

 Shaun McGachan, L’Horizon’s Hotel Manager

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REVIEW OF PARENTAL LEAVE IMPACT REQUESTED

A deputy wants a review of the impact new family-friendly employment rights will have on businesses and families.

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Politicians will decide whether to double parental leave to 52 weeks, with 6 weeks paid. If approved, it will come into force this September.

All parents, including adoptive and surrogate parents, will be able to take that time off in three blocks over two years, if amendments by the Social Security Minister are approved.

Concerns have been raised on the impact it will have on small businesses in particular. Constable John Le Bailly wants those that employ 5 people or fewer to be able to opt out.

Deputy Louise Doublet says the government should help as much as possible.

"If we have this review, we can see areas that businesses might be struggling with and crucially we can then decide what support we might need to put in to businesses, financial or otherwise.

"It might be looking at supply of cover staff to make sure businesses

can deliver this for their staff. We might need to look at actually funding it a bit more."

The Chamber of Commerce has previously called for the debate to be delayed for at least a year, because of Brexit uncertainties and other economic challenges.

However Deputy Doublet says it's 'absolutely critical' that this Assembly sees the proposition through to the fullest extent. She also wants an assessment of families access to the rights from September 2020.

"Some mothers and fathers feel that actually they need a longer period of time that is going to be paid to allow them to actually spend that time with their child, because many people can't afford to take unpaid leave from work.

"I think that if this is something that is important to us as a society, then we need to decide where the burden is going to fall and ideally it's not going to fall completely on businesses."

The law is due to be debated on 18th June.

124 Homes approved on Hotel de France site NEWS

The Planning Committee has approved plans for Dandara to redevelop part of the Hotel de France complex to create new apartments.

The hotel's south wing, upper parking structure and staff accommodation will be demolished.

The plans from architects, Axis Mason, are for 62 one-bedroom and 62 two-bedroom apartments, including parking and new vehicle access from Wellington Road.

The hotel site dates back to the 1800s, but opened as the Hotel de France in 1954.

Guthrie named skipper for world cup Jersey netball star Serena Guthrie will captain England at this summer's World Cup in Liverpool.

step out in front of the nation.

"After our triumph at the Commonwealth Games last year the pressure is on to try and secure gold on a global stage again.

"The competition is tighter than ever but it is a huge comfort to be playing on home soil and to have the nation behind us. I can’t wait!"

The islander, who plays her club netball for Team Bath, will be supported by experienced vice-captain Jade Clarke.

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The 29 year old will lead a 12-strong Roses squad into the tournament, which gets underway on 12th July.

Guthrie, who's won 90 caps so far, helped England to an historic Commonwealth Games gold medal last year.

"Being selected and asked to be captain is a proud moment for me. It’s going to be a real honour for us all to

Drug gang jailed for 63 years

A gang of eight men, six of whom are from Jersey, have been jailed for a total of 63 years for importing cannabis and heroin into the island with a combined street value of around £900,000 NEWS

A surveillance operation called 'Raven' was set up in September 2017 to target a UK organised crime group importing drugs into Jersey.

Raids on a house and garage in First Tower and another house in St Clement recovered 40kg of cannabis resin and 405g of heroin. Large amounts of cash were also seized.

The men were arrested over a total of 10 months in a joint operation with Merseyside Police, which resulted in the 8 men being charged and convicted in Jersey's Royal Court today.

The Cannabis Gang David Arrowsmith, 57, Jersey – 4 years 6 months John O’Connor, 61, Liverpool – 7 years 6 months Neil Andrew Heskin, 39, Liverpool – 7 years 6 months Norman Templeton-Brown, 54, Jersey – 5 years 9 months Paul Howes, 59, Jersey – 3 years 2 months The Heroin Gang John Anthony Banach, 49, Jersey – 10 years 6 months Simon Reeves, 52, Jersey – 7 years 6 months

The only man associated with both operations was 47 year old Alan James Smitton, who was sentenced to a total of 17 years.

Acting Chief Inspector Craig Jackson commented: "Illegal drugs have a devastating impact on society, with the most vulnerable often suffering disproportionately. The men sentenced have repeatedly sought to profit from the misery of others. They have acted with a sense of impunity and shown little or no remorse for their actions. They considered Jersey to be a soft target; nothing could be further from the truth."

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Remains of 23 Little Sisters of the Poor and 1 Priest will be moved following closure of cemetery

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ollowing consultation with the Bishop of Portsmouth and the families of former members of the order, the remains of 23 nuns, and 1 priest, Oblate of Mary Immaculate, who served as Chaplain to Little Sisters of the Poor in Jersey, are to be moved from a small cemetery on the grounds of the Jeanne Jugan Residence to the Catholic cemetery at the Church of our Lady of the Annunciation and the Martyrs of Japan, in St Martin.

The sisters were all much loved members of Little Sisters of the Poor who served islanders and the order with great dedication and compassion for many years. The community at Jeanne Jugan Residence was their family but now that ownership of the property is changing hands, it was felt that the best way to ensure their remains are able to continue resting in a consecrated Catholic cemetery is to move them to the cemetery in St Martin.

Undertaken with dignity and respect Little Sisters of the Poor has worked with the Bishop of Portsmouth and Paul Battrick of Pitcher & Le Quesne Funeral Directors to ensure that the work to move the remains is undertaken in a respectful, professional and dignified manner.

The sisters and the priest came from all over the world to work in Jersey to serve the island’s elderly and poor.

Their families have been consulted and have granted permission for the exhumation and reinterment to take place. In order to ensure their privacy is respected, the decision has been taken not to name the sisters or the priest whose remains will be removed.

“I would like to thank the Connétables of St Helier and St Martin for their support in arranging the move and Little Sisters of the Poor for entrusting Pitcher & Le Quesne with this important work,” said Paul

Battrick, Managing Director of Pitcher & Le Quesne Funeral Directors.

“It’s important that the transfer to St Martin’s Cemetery is completed with the greatest respect for the deceased and with their families at the forefront of our minds.”

Requiem mass and blessing No date has yet been set to begin the work to move the bodies but it is expected that the first exhumations will begin within two months. A blessing and Requiem Mass for the deceased will be offered at Our Lady Church, St Martin after the exhumation and reinterment is complete so as to provide comfort to the families of the deceased and islanders who valued the sisters’ and priest’s enormous contribution to the island. Details of the mass will be provided nearer the time.

Sister Geraldine, Mother Superior of Little Sisters of the Poor, explained why the order felt it necessary to move the remains of their colleagues to a new resting place.

“The Little Sisters of the Poor have looked after the cemetery at the Jeanne Jugan Residence with great love for 133 years and we are sad to be leaving.

“As an order and as individuals, it’s important for us to know that our Sisters will remain in a Catholic cemetery. As we will no longer play a role in the future of the Jeanne Jugan Residence property, we felt that this was the best way to ensure that this would be the case.

“The family of our deceased sisters and priest have been consulted and have kindly given their consent for their loved ones to be moved to their new place of rest and are satisfied that the exhumations will be carried out with great delicacy and respect

by Paul Battrick from Pitcher & Le Quesne Funeral Directors, who has done everything in his power to make the process as easy as possible, for

which we are very grateful.”

Canon Dominic Golding, Head of the Roman Catholic Church in Jersey, has ensured that the move is being undertaken in an appropriately respectful and dignified manner.

“When circumstances require it, Catholic graves can, with the appropriate permissions, be exhumed in order to be reinterred elsewhere.

As the Catholic Dean in Jersey, and with responsibility for the cemetery at Our Lady’s Catholic Church, St Martin, I have been pleased to assist with the wish of the Little Sisters of the Poor for the graves of their deceased sisters and priest to be exhumed from their present location and reinterred in our cemetery.”

For further information please contact Paul Battrick MBE, Managing Director at Pitcher & Le Quesne Funeral Directors on 733330, 0779771754 or paul.battrick@dignityuk.co.uk

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Happy Father's Day Thanks For All You’ve Done Happy Father’s Day, Dad. Thank you for all you have done.

If there was an award for the best father ever Then I’m sure you would have won.

You’ve always encouraged me with my art, And took interest in the crazy things I drew, You’ve taught me to never give up on myself, And you’ve shown me that any dream can come true.

Thank you for being my personal taxi.

Maybe dad stands for “dad always drives.”

You have taken me to all the games and practices, And never missed one, despite our crazy lives.

Thank you for all your kindness these years, You’ve wiped tears and snot from my face, You’ve put up with mood swings and heartbreaks, You’re arms are my safe place.

Happy first Fathers Day Daddy x love from Joey xx

Thinking of you today and every day xxx

Happy first

Fathers Day Daddy x

lots of love

Teddy Bear xx

Happy First Father’s Day Happy Father’s Day, Daddy, I have a present for you.

No, it’s not in my diaper, But that needs changing, too!

I have a poem to let you know How lucky Mummy and I are, Because when it comes to daddies, You really are a star!

Happy first Fathers Day Daddy x lots of love Beatrice xx

Thanks for taking care of me With cuddles and silly songs.

Thanks for settling me back to sleep, The nights can be long.

One day I’ll be big like you, And strong and smart and brave.

But while I’m little I want to say, Happy First Father’s Day!

You’ve been my support, Through good time and bad, I feel lucky indeed To have you as my dad!

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Protecting our island ANDREW LE QUESNE

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t was a quite re m a r k a b l e achievement that, despite some of our States Members sounding a bit unclear, the Members passed a proposition to declare a climate emergency and to set a target date of 2030 by which to achieve carbon neutrality.

So what it all mean? That depends upon whom you listen to, there are certainly going to have to be some changes along the way but in reality this is going to be an accumulation of lots of small but significant steps.

As an example, there may be 126,000 vehicles registered in Jersey, but how many drivers are there?

Quite possibly only 80,000, so in reality there can only be that number on the road, I know it is shocking and it would be great to reduce the number but we need to be realistic. Start with those vehicles that spend the most time on the road, which means mostly commercial vehicles.

Jersey Post already has a substantial fleet of electric ones, personally I believe in the long term we will be better off going for hydrogen power, we need to study the alternatives and to fully cost the options before we blindly rush in to important decisions.

As previously mentioned, we could grow a huge amount more produce locally but it has to be economically viable, that means a significant

change in the whole way we manage our agriculture and horticulture. I do not believe that we should be importing beans from Kenya or potatoes from Cyprus for example, if we can grow them locally, but until we add in the cost of food miles and carbon footprint we do not know the full real cost of them.

Another example is the replacement of single use plastics with compostable or biodegradable alternatives, great in theory but if it all still goes to the EFW incinerator we gain nothing. Luckily the Credible Food Project (CFP) is currently running very successful trials with a mechanical aerobic digester at the Airport, this machine can take all the food waste and bio-ware (cups, plates, cutlery etc) and in 24 hours turn it into a safe and stable waste product ready for mixing and using on the land.

There are a few regulatory issues to be ironed out but soon we hope to see a full cycle established.

To start with we minimise food waste in the purchasing and distribution network, the food waste that is produced (currently 14,000 tonnes) is digested into high carbon high value compost, not just burnt, the compost is then used to regenerate the soil which in turn can produce higher quality crops with better nutritional values that then gets sold locally to start the cycle again.

The outcome is a virtuous circle, we import less, we waste less, we improve the soil, we sequester carbon and we produce better food which helps us to be healthier. None of this would involve major forced changes to our lifestyle or the imposition of higher taxes.

The process of reaching our target by 2030 or earlier, can be broken down into many small but significant steps and as we progress there will be more and better ways found to improve each step. In order to do this we

“These goals are all achievable now but it will require an act of will by both our politicians and the public.”

need to set up a non-government body to actively seek out the best practices from around the world and bring them to Jersey.

Once we have tried and tested these methods we can integrate them into our new system and create an evolving model that we can then share with others, this is an opportunity for Jersey to become a centre of excellence instead of mediocrity.

These goals are all achievable now but it will require an act of will by both our politicians and the public, it will impose a duty and an obligation

upon every one of us to seek the best possible solution, especially it will have to oblige every single person in the Public Sector to commit to doing what is best for the people and environment of Jersey.

There is another vital requirement in this process and that is the need to establish an independent Environmental Regulator, without which it will be all too easy to backslide and to make decisions that are based upon short term financial profit for a few and not long term benefits for the majority.

literally poured down the sink.

Reducing waste helps to keep your water bill down too, as we have to spend less money storing, treating and pumping water to your tap.

It also means that when there is a drought the water that we have in the reservoirs will last longer.

A running tap can use approximately 9 litres of water a minute and a dripping tap can waste up to 15 litres of water a day.

Jersey Water has an extensive program of waste reduction in place including a team of inspectors whose task it is

to find leaks on our the system so that they can be repaired. We also have a program of mains renewals which aims to replace up to 2.5 km of old mains each year – reducing the number of leaks and the risks of burst mains.

As a customer you too can do your bit to reduce the amount of water that is wasted, whether it is in the home, the garden, at work or at school – many of the changes that you can make are small and will hardly be noticed, but together they add up to significant overall savings.

Why save water?

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ater is becoming more precious than ever.

Increases in population, changing lifestyles, pollution and shifts in weather patterns all place increasing demands on the fresh water that we have at our disposal.

In Jersey, as an island with limited underground reserves of water and no links to external water networks, we rely on rainfall for most of the mains water supplied. The supply of water in the island is therefore vulnerable to periods of low rainfall or drought.

Increased water efficiency helps to reduce the significant amount of water that is wasted every day –

“A running tap can use approximately 9 litres of water a minute.”

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Looking to give back to your community? www.volunteer.je connects Jersey’s non-profit organisations such as local charities, community events, sports teams, environmental initiatives and those who need a helping hand, to suitable and willing volunteers.

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As the home of collectable trading cards, The Little Shop in Conway Street stocks all your favourites – Yu-Gi-Oh!, Magic The Gathering, Dragonball, Pokemon and Vanguard are all to be found here. But that’s not all...

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This little gem of a shop is filled with plush toys, unusual gifts for children through to adults, Jersey souvenirs and a new range of Jersey-themed T-shirts.

For a gift that’s different, visit The Little Shop in Conway Street. Tel: 601925.

Family Nursing & Home Care The popular paint fuelled colour run is back on the 6th July 2019 as the Colour Festival. There are various roles up for grabs, check volunteer.je for information.

After Breast Cancer (ABC) Jersey supports anyone, emotionally and financially, from diagnosis and beyond.

ABC group meetings are held on the last Wednesday every month at the Oasis Suite in Lido de France. info@afterbreastcancer.org.je Every Child Our Future Can you spare an hour a week to go into a local primary school and listen to children read? If you would like to find out more about volunteering for Every Child Our Future the next information session is Tuesday 11 June. Email info@everychild.org.je

Lily & Me – the British label now available at Neptune

Lily & Me is a family-owned British clothing label based in the South West of England – and it’s now available at Neptune on Gorey Pier.

After Breast Cancer ABC are looking for volunteers to help at their annual Mardi Bra dash through town and the new BoobieQ event on 14 July. Visit volunteer.je for details.

The Lily & Me collection combines stunning textile design with delicious detailing on a range of dresses, tunics, tops and skirts. Gorgeous cardigans and jersey tunics, plus pretty shift dresses, shirts and skirts made from a linen blend, are sure to be summer favourites – and the signature Lily & Me print you won’t find anywhere else!

Also new in at Neptune is a beautiful range of lightweight floaty tunics in delicate soft shades of silver grey, dusky pink and white, with prices from just £25.

Register online at www.volunteer.je to volunteer for these and other opportunities, or to register a volunteering opportunity.

Or call into Le Pivot Volunteer Centre, 56 new Street. T: 483405 E: help@volunteer.je www.volunteer.je

Neptune stocks everything you need for your summer wardrobe in sizes 8 to 22. Plus you’ll find essential accessories such as delicate scarves, bags, summer hats and shoes.

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Neptune on Gorey Pier is now OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK! Tel 851243. www.neptunejersey.je

The Neptune monthly giveaway!

To celebrate 60 years, Neptune is running monthly Facebook competitions. Be sure to follow Neptune to be in with a chance of winning.

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Occasion wear for every event

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It is the time of year for occasions, celebrations, holidays and all things happy – especially when the sun shines. Up and Above has a lovely selection of dresses which are perfect if you have somewhere special to go to this summer and the colours are simply glorious.

Prints are very popular just now and the combinations of colour really make you want to smile. Topped off with something special on your head, et voila! All set to go and looking fab.

The choice in millinery has to be seen to be believed and with Ascot coming up this month there have been deliveries of some amazing styles – how I wish I was going! Always take your outfit into the shop girls as colour match can’t be achieved without it.

When you’re planning your next visit to 100% Health bring any containers you have then simply fill them up with your daily essentials from the Unpackaged zero waste system.

New styles in linen have just arrived as well as those lovely well priced tops from Lebek, the KJ waffle cotton mix pants are re-ordered every two weeks and these are perfect for holidays or whenever you need something lightweight, cool and comfortable.

Unpackaged has a self-service weighing scale which makes it really easy to remove the weight of any container you bring.

Pop along to Up and Above and check out all the new things.

Sizes start at 6 to size 28 in trousers and capris, with fashion from size 12 to 28.

No 50 Don Street, St Helier.

Telephone 758808.

You can choose from organic porridge oats, quinoa, lentils, chia seeds along with a variety of nuts. There are also snacks such as banana chips and milk and dark chocolate buttons plus much, much more.

Exceptional food for all occasions – from private functions to al fresco dining I am fast becoming a regular at Les Ormes Brasserie for Sunday lunches, lazy breakfasts and al fresco lunches with friends. Aside from the stunning surroundings and beautiful decor, what makes every visit memorable has to be the food.

All pasta is freshly made in house – gluten-free pasta is available on request

Chef Trevor Howard takes simple, classic dishes and elevates them – the Sunday roasts are legendary, the pizza and pasta dishes are all made in house and they serve the best fish and chips in the Island. For those on a health kick, the super food salads are very popular (although personally I prefer a perfectly cooked 10oz char-grilled sirloin steak and chips!). The Little Ones menu includes a main and dessert for just £7 with a range of delicious options that they will really enjoy.

Whether you’re wanting to celebrate a special occasion or to just simply enjoy fantastic food with family and friends, make Les Ormes Brasserie your first choice. Bespoke corporate events are well catered, or for something more extreme why not book out the whole activity centre for your team? Jump Jersey opens in July and bookings are now being taken for adrenaline-fuelled fun!

You can book a table and view menus online – simply visit www.lesormesjersey.co.uk.

For events call Katharine on 497038. Email: events@lesormesjersey.co.uk From the Little Ones menu – chicken lollipops

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With every visit to Les Ormes and its facilities you are contributing towards the Bosdet Foundation which is committed to helping local Jersey charities.

The private function room can seat up to 70 – available for presentatons, training courses, corporate dinners and family celebrations

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Problems with mental health can affect any of us – and we’re better when we come together. LINC (Living in a Networked Community) is a free group supporting adults struggling with their mental health and wellbeing. They offer informal support and the group is run by people with lived experience of poor mental health.

Glimpses is an engaging exhibition at The Harbour Gallery Jersey in St Aubin – held as part of the managing charity, Art in the Frame Foundation’s 21st birthday year celebrations.

The exhibition features the work of three very different artists: paintings by Linda Rose Parkes; ceramics by June Gould; and vintage style fantasy creatures and figures from Amanda Therese Studio.

The ‘Glimpses’ exhibition is on from 13 June to 7 July, 10 am to 5.30 pm, 7 days a week.

LINC meets weekly at Trinity Parish Hall on a Wednesday between 11.30 am to 2 pm where they have various activities that are good for promoting and helping better wellbeing, such as singing, yoga, mindfulness and arts and crafts.

Contact community@linc.je for more details or visit www.linc.je

Time to treat dad Give dad a practical gift this Father’s Day from Neptune on Gorey Pier.

Men’s short sleeve shirts and polo shirts

by Brakeburn and Peter Gribby are now in stock in sizes M to XXL. Give dad’s feet a super soft treat with eco-friendly bamboo socks. Designs available are cycling, gardening, sport, music, classic cars and more.

Ants are on the march... time to ring Absolute Pest control Armies of ants are on the march. As the plague of many homes in the warmer months, ants are very difficult to get rid of.

To keep up to date with all the latest news follow The Harbour Gallery Jersey, the home of Art in the Frame Foundation, on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter or visit the website. Tel: 01534 743044.

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Howard Durell and his team at Absolute Pest Control have been getting loads of calls about ants and other insects which have been taking up residence in homes, gardens and businesses. Absolute Pest Control offers effective professional treatments for eradicating insect invasions, just ask for details on how they can help.

Have fun while supporting Headway Jersey Headway Brain Injury Awareness Week is from Monday 17 June culminating in a fair in The Royal Square on Saturday 22nd June.

On the Saturday there will be entertainment throughout the day, various stalls, facepainter – and the opportunity to find out more about the work of Headway.

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MADAME WANG’S emporium

Seagulls are a protected species, so what can you do if you know you have nests on your property? Eggs and nests can only be removed by license, so give Absolute Pest Control a call. They will remove the nests or, if eggs have already been laid, they are replaced with plastic eggs – when the gull finally rejects these the nest is usually abandoned.

Whatever the pest problem, call Absolute Pest Control on 07797 748288 or 07797 829885

Visit www.pestcontroljersey.co.uk

purveyors of a diverse selection of ethnic fashion, fashion accessories, unusual objets d’art Home parties by arrangement info@madamewangsemporium.com 07797 716879 www.facebook.com/madamewangsemporium

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Madame Wang’s Emporium will be at the Headway Jersey Fair in the Royal Square on Saturday 22 June.

Embroidered summer smock dresses, buddhas, soapstone figurines, bags, scarves and more...

Pop along and say hello.

Visit Madame Wang’s Emporium on Facebook.

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You never get a second chance...

You never get a second chance to make a first impression so for your big day be sure to visit Ellis Bridal.

Ellis Bridal is the exclusive Island stockist of stunning bridal gowns by Enzoani and Pronovias. Whether you are looking for a simple, classic dress or an exquisite Princess Bride look, you’ll find the perfect gown here.

100% Health stocks the perfect Father’s Day gifts with ranges created exclusively for men for top to toe grooming.

The Jason collection has great smelling shampoos, styling gels and hair wax for shiny hair and added volume. The Jason Ocean Sport Mens Body Wash smells divine – he’ll love it!

The spacious Ellis Bridal salon is above Ellis collections – make an appointment to view by ringing now.

Stunning wedding outfts can all be found in Ellis Collections, with dresses and outfits by John charles, Pretty Dress, Irresistible and Veromia.

Call into Ellis Collections in Colomberie. Tel 732465.

Follow Ellis Collections on Facebook and Instagram for all the latest news.

Green People for Men are powerpacked products which are all certified organic and made without the harsh chemicals that can cause irritation. The popular Green People Exfoliating Face Scrub is great for men with designer stubble – it contains bamboo and cranberry to gently remove dead skin cells while shea butter soothes the skin.

Uncle Bud’s natural hemp products includes a massage oil. Not only does the use of hemp massage body oil maintain a huge amount of physical benefits, but also delivers a great feeling of relaxation. Hemp oil is full of vitamins and antioxidants that can help to promote healthy skin and works with the body’s natural oils to enrich them, instead of stripping them.

If confused on what to choose, helpful staff are always on hand at 100% Health in Conway Street.

Tel 610638.

Turn unwanted gold into cash How much money have you got tucked away in a drawer or a box in the attic? I’m talking gold of course: old rings, broken chains, odd earrings, items no longer worn (even stone set pieces) will make you money.

Whatever the carat, whatever the weight and whatever the condition, your gold scrap could make you money. Simply call into M.R. Emmanuel in Queen Street where along with gold scrap, they also buy gold coins.

Simon Emmanuel at this friendly jewellers, silversmiths and gemmologists in the heart of town will give you a free quote and cash in hand. But when is the best time to sell? Simon’s simple answer is, ‘when you need to.’

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For sound advice on turning gold into cash call into M.R. Emmanuel & Son in Queen Street.

Telephone 01534 722762.

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Each week I am blown away by the postive, empowering messages, the recipes, health tips, seasonal health advice and so much more – I actually look forward to it dropping into my email box each week!

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Simple ways to spice up your summer garden party We’ve put together a few ideas to help your summer garden parties go with a swing.

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veryone will agree that the Summer is all about BBQs. The ingredients that go into the classic barbeque are very simple but also incredibly effective.

The only things you require are a nice day, a patio area and some seats. A water feature or some shade provided by a nearby tree can also provide a relaxed ambience. If you fancy adding more of a homemade touch to your barbeque, you can even build one out of simple bricks and concrete.

Hang a simple frame from a tree for an impromptu photo booth Give your guests a chance to grab a quick few selfies at your garden party with a makeshift photo booth. A frame large enough for two people will encourage people to get up and mingle. And of course, the photos will be permanent reminders of your fantastic evening.

simple egg hunt or a ring toss using old bottles or a tree branch can be really fun for guests. Along with this, a jazzy soundtrack or something lively to listen to can really add to the atmosphere.

Take movie night into the garden If the weather is kind enough, you can set up a gorgeous outdoors movie scene, right in your garden. All you need is a projector, which you can get online, a white sheet and some chairs and you’re good to go. Simply hang the sheet flat as possible between two trees or against the house, point the projector at the sheet and voila, you’ve got an outdoor movie. Bring some snacks and some comfy chairs

Clear out some space in your shed and add some furniture If the wind starts playing up and it becomes a bit chilly, you and your guests can seek shelter in your trusty Garden Sheds and Summerhouses. Bring a portable fridge or some snacks and you can still enjoy your summer garden party, even if the Summer doesn’t want to show up.

Water balloon piñata Grab some water balloons or even normal party balloons and fill them with some water, bring out a stick or bat and play water balloon piñata. This is a great way to have some fun with your guests and an even better way to cool down on a very hot day.

Chill the beverages A large bucket filled with ice is a simply but perfect way to keep your party drinks chilled. Bury some bottles of your favourite beverage and you’ve got an instant mini-fridge.

Music and games There are loads of simple games you can easily set up in your garden, a

and you’re all set.

Don’t let wind and bugs ruin the party If you’ve lots of food laid out which may attract flies or other bugs, then you may want to work on keeping the food covered without ruining the look of your table. Using a wire mesh colander upturned over the plates of food allows your guests to still see and smell your arrangement, while also keep those pesky bugs at bay. For the wind, you may want to skip using tablecloths, plates laid on the table will save you washing after and save the hassle of a flapping tablecloth.

Separate the food, drinks and entertainment Keeping the food, drinks and maybe music or games spread out across your garden is a great way to ensure guests mingle and don’t just sit in the corner. Forcing guests to get up, walk around and chat is a great way to ensure your garden party has a great atmosphere. It also gives you the chance to strategically place tables around your garden so that guests see every inch of the garden.

An alternative summer cocktail

Not a big fan of sangria? Bored of traditional red wine sangria and want to give the classic drink a twist? Whatever your reason for changing it up, this version is guaranteed to pique everyone’s pallet.

Pineapple Rosé Sangria

Ingredients 1 bottle Rosé 2 cups 100% pineapple juice 1 pint raspberries 1 pint blackberries 1 cup pineapple chopped Instructions Add all ingredients to a large pitcher and serve in pretty glasses over ice.

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30-minute Mediterranean meal ideas

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ith Mediterranean Pizza, there is no need to fuss with dough because whole-wheat naan, an Indian flatbread, makes the perfect crust. Simply top with cumin and paprika-seasoned ground lamb, bake it, and then finish with a lightly dressed grape and red onion combination that perfectly complements the flavours in the meat. Pita or flatbread can take the place of naan, and lamb can be replaced by ground beef or turkey as desired.

Mediterranean ingredients and flavours create dishes that are refreshing, colourful and filled with fruits and vegetables. Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad with Grapes offers a fresh twist on the Middle Eastern

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classic, replacing the traditional bulgur with quinoa, and using grapes in place of tomatoes. The result? An approachable and modern salad that works as well for a quick dinner as it does for a brown bag lunch the next day. Pair with grilled chicken or fish, or simply add chickpeas or kidney beans for a heartier meatless entree.

Finally, when it's time to decorate the table, create a simple but stunning centre piece with gorgeous black, red and green grapes.

Mediterranean Pizza Prep: 15 minutes Cook: 15 minutes Yield: Serves 4 Ingredients 150g halved red grapes 2 tablespoons lightly chopped

Italian parsley leaves 1 small red onion 1 tablespoon lemon juice 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil (divided) plus additional for drizzling Pinch of salt Freshly ground black pepper to taste 1 garlic clove, minced 450g ground lamb, beef, or turkey 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon ground paprika Pinch cayenne 2 whole-wheat naans Directions Heat oven to 220C. In a large bowl combine the grapes, parsley leaves, red onion, lemon juice and 1 tablespoon olive oil.

Season with salt and pepper and set aside.

In a large skillet heat 1

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ummer is here and we have new stock of cool bags, ice packs, buckets, spades as well as beach games and wind shields. If you are feeling too hot we have hand held fans as well as electric fans!

For the garden It’s not too late to plant fruit trees - come and see our standard

blackcurrant, redcurrants and gooseberries, ideal for small gardens or can be grown in pots and tubs (no need to bend down to pick the fruit).

Why not pick up a bag of lightweight compost - just add water!

Staying in with a Fruit De Mer? Come and see our 'lobster' bibs as well as our new range of aprons and tea towels.

Going away?

Have you checked out our range of suitcases? New in this year are Outdoor Gear folding travel bags in 2 sizes ideal for that extra shopping and suitable for overhead lockers!

Pop in to Jersey Naturally at the Red Triangle Stores in the Central Market for all things for the home and garden.

tablespoon oil. Add the garlic and meat, and cook until browned, 2-3 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste, cumin, paprika and cayenne.

Place naans on parchment-lined baking sheets, brush with the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and spread the meat mixture on the naans. Bake until each naan is browned and lightly crisp, 8-10 minutes.

Top with grape mixture and drizzle with additional olive oil if desired. Cut in pieces and serve.

Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad with Grapes Prep: 15 minutes Cook: 15 minutes Yield: Serves 6 Ingredients 375ml water 185g quinoa, rinsed 150g halved red grapes 150g halved green grapes

1 large cucumber, diced 1 teaspoon parsley 1 tablespoon chopped dill 1/2 teaspoon chopped mint 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 teaspoon lemon zest 1/4 teaspoon salt Freshly ground pepper to taste

Directions In a medium-sized saucepan, bring the water to a boil and add the quinoa; reduce the heat and simmer until quinoa is tender, about 10 to 12 minutes. Drain any excess water, then fluff the quinoa and transfer it onto a baking sheet to cool for 10 minutes.

In a medium bowl, combine the grapes, cucumber, parsley, dill, mint, olive oil, lemon juice and zest, salt and pepper. Gently fold the cooled quinoa into the grape mixture and serve.

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THE CHANNEL ISLAND AGENT FOR O-CARE O-Care breaks down the bioďŹ lm that is present in the pipe work of all hot tubs and swim spas thus allowing your sanitiser to eradicate any trace bacteria. This results in a large reduction in the amount of chemicals required to treat the water in your hot tub or swim spa.

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Captima launches structured finance business in Jersey

Captima has launched a new structured real estate finance business in Jersey, offering independent financing options for real estate borrowers, investors and developers.

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The firm, which was established in the Isle of Man over 10 years ago, is led in Jersey by Mark Watson.

Structuring property finance from under £1 million to up to £500 million, Captima fills a gap in the market for trustees and businesses looking for a wider range of finance options for clients.

Captima celebrated the official launch of its new business with an event attended by finance professionals and clients from Jersey, the Isle of Man, and the UK. Mark Watson, Managing Director, Captima, said: “After operating

successfully in the Isle of Man for many years we were aware of the opportunity for real estate finance in the Channel Islands, and were keen to bring the firm to Jersey.

“Our network of lenders and funders is second to none and has been developed and nurtured over many years at the highest levels. This means we can provide a compelling proposition to the Jersey finance sector. We can help Trustees and other professional advisors not only to fulfil fiduciary duties to their clients, but to exceed expectations by being able to provide a wide range of financing alternatives.”

Founded in the Isle of Man in 2008,

Captima registered in Jersey in 2018, and has recently moved into its new office space at 44 Esplanade, St Helier.

Captima is also one of the newest members of Jersey Finance.

Joe Moynihan, Chief Executive Officer, Jersey Finance, said: “It is my pleasure to welcome Captima to Jersey and am also delighted to welcome Captima as our newest member of Jersey Finance. Over 13,700 people work in financial services in Jersey and the success of our industry depends on continuing to strengthen the breadth and depth of our proposition.

“When I first spoke to Mark about

his plans to bring Captima here I was impressed by the service on offer. Captima adds to the strength and depth of our financial services ecosystem and I believe the expertise available through Captima will be beneficial for our businesses and for financial services in Jersey.”

Typical projects for Captima include large-scale Build-to-Rent apartment schemes in major UK cities such as Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, Bristol, London, Edinburgh, and Glasgow. Cap Real Estate, a joint venture with Captima, and based in Central London, offers specialist advisory services for developers and

UN RECOGNISES JERSEY WORK ON ASSET RECOVERY

United Nations officials have recognised Jersey’s good practice in returning stolen assets to their rightful country.

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Government of Jersey officials represented the island at an international meeting in Addis Ababa, co-hosted by UNODC and the governments of Switzerland and Ethiopia, where participants from around the world gathered to identify good practice for the return of asset recovery.

There was significant international interest in the FRACCK signed between Jersey and Kenya. Jersey’s Director of Global Markets & International Agreements, Tom Le Feuvre, delivered a panel session on the development of the FRACCK, alongside Ms Maryann Njau-Kimani, Senior Deputy Solicitor General at the Kenyan Office of the Attorney General.

Participants commented favourably on the purpose and objectives of the FRACCK as it aligns with the principles of Global Forum on Asset Recovery in establishing clear lines of communication and shared principles for the return of assets between multiple jurisdictions.

Jersey became a core donor to the International Centre for Asset Recovery (ICAR) in May 2018 and Jersey’s Attorney-General, Robert MacRae, hosted the ICAR Winter donor meeting in November 2018.

Jersey’s Minister for External Relations, Senator Ian Gorst, signed the FRACCK on behalf of Jersey in December 2018 and also signed a bilateral Memorandum on Financial Cooperation with between Jersey and Kenya.

investors in Alternative Residential real estate Mark said: “We understand what investors and lenders require so we can help our developer clients shape projects at an earlier stage in the planning process. Institutional investors have very specific requirements regarding amenities and unit sizes and so the design must meet the requirements of the investor.

“Captima is currently involved in the funding of roughly 40,000 units across the U.K. and we think we are uniquely positioned to present compelling investment opportunities to sophisticated real estate investors.”

Standard Bank appoints Jersey Chief Executive RECRUITMENT

Standard Bank Jersey has appointed Charles Molteno as Chief Executive of Standard Bank Jersey and Island Head Jersey, effective immediately.

Charles takes over these positions from Will Thorp, who additionally retains the pan-island position of Chief Executive of Standard Bank Wealth International. This appointment is subject to regulatory approval.

Charles has more than 17 years’ experience with Standard Bank.

Before joining Wealth International three years ago, he was Regional Head of Personal Business Banking Credit, based in Lagos.

He has also held roles spanning portfolio management and business banking credit in South Africa.

In his new role, Charles, who is currently Head of Risk for Wealth International, will oversee and coordinate all activities in Jersey as the jurisdictional head.

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Experts to speak at Anti-Bribery & Corruption Forum BUSINESS

Bribery and corruption is a global problem that requires a global response.

Financial services businesses have a legal, regulatory and moral obligation to disrupt the flow of monies emanating from these activities. BPP CI is hosting its first Anti-Bribery and Corruption (half-day) Forum in Guernsey, on Wednesday 12 June 2019. Welcoming a range of internationally-recognised industry experts from organisations including: Barclays, Walkers, Bedell Cristin and KPMG LLP. Anushka, Director of Anti-Bribery & Corruption Services at KPMG LLP, is involved in providing proactive and reactive anti-bribery and corruption services. Prior to joining KPMG, Anushka was a Legal and Compliance Counsel for over 5 years at a FTSE listed company focusing on ethical conduct and compliance. She will be visiting Guernsey to discuss ‘Ensuring effective anti-bribery and corruption policies and procedures’ at the Anti-Bribery and Corruption (half-day) Forum.

Rob McMahon, Head of Anti-

Bribery & Corruption Programme Oversight at Barclays UK, will be visiting Guernsey to present ‘A practitioner's view on managing bribery and corruption risk’. His presentation focuses on positioning ABC within the wider economic crime landscape, stressing the importance of combining technical competence with a common sense approach and providing insights into what makes for good and bad ABC controls.

Other topics include: • Cultural considerations in managing bribery and corruption risk • A practitioner's view on managing bribery and corruption risk • Ensuring effective anti-bribery and corruption policies and procedures • Typologies in bribery and corruption • Future trajectory of bribery and corruption typologies

During breaks, delegates will have the opportunity to exchange ideas with speakers and their fellow practitioners. This event is suitable for financial services professionals and those with a responsibility to manage the risk in this critical area.

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Sanne announce senior appointment of Mergers and Acquisitions Director

Sanne, a leading global provider of alternative asset and corporate administration services, has appointed Michael Riley as Director, Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A).

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Based in Sanne’s London office, Michael will be responsible for leading the company’s inorganic and M&A growth strategy across Sanne’s global business.

Michael has more than 15 years’ experience executing transactions in the financial services sector on both the buy side and sell side in the mid-market across the UK, Europe and internationally. Michael brings extensive experience gained within investment banking and mid-market advisory firms within the financial services sector. Prior to joining Sanne, he was a Director within the Financial Services M&A team at KPMG for nine years working on a wide range of transactions for financial services clients with a specific focus on the UK wealth management and

international fund and corporate administration sectors.

Martin Schnaier, Chief Executive Officer at Sanne, said: “We are delighted to welcome Michael to Sanne. He brings extensive M&A, debt and equity capital markets experience, as well in-depth knowledge of the international financial services sector.

I look forward to working with him and the existing senior management team of Sanne to continue to drive growth across our global business.”

On his appointment, Michael added: “I have known Sanne for a number of years and watched it successfully grow and go from strength to strength. I’m delighted to have the opportunity to lead Sanne's M&A strategy and to play a part in the company’s continuing success.

In joining the business, I am really excited to be part of Sanne’s ongoing

journey and I look forward to helping to support its continued growth and ultimately achieving the firm’s global aspirations.”

WOMEN IN LAW AWARD FOR JT strikes gold with Mitel partnership MOURANT JERSEY HEAD Mourant Head of Property in Jersey Georgina Cook has won the offshore category in Lawyer Monthly magazine's Women in Law Awards.

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Each year, Lawyer Monthly dedicates an issue to women in the legal sector, to recognise the hard work and dedication of women across the legal sector.

Georgina, who has worked with Mourant for more than four years, was recently appointed Head of Property in the firm's Jersey office. She specialises in all aspects of commercial property work, including commercial sales,

acquisitions and leasehold matters.

She commented: "It's an important time for women in the legal profession, with topics such as the glass ceiling, flexible working and diversity and inclusion making their way to the top of management agendas.

"I believe that lawyers must start meaningful conversations about equality and supporting one another and learning from each other's experiences."

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JT achieve gold partner status with global market leader, Mitel.

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JT’s reputation for forging international partnerships which benefit its Channel Island customerbase has been further strengthened by confirmation that it has achieved gold partner status with a global market leader in business communications, Mitel.

The appointment as a Mitel Gold partner is a recognition of

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the high standard of competency, performance and commitment which JT’s business teams have reached through a rigorous process of training and installation courses.

The certification that the teams have gained means that JT is able to deliver additional Mitel communications options to its customers, including their video conferencing and collaboration solutions.

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Local management buy-out for relocation company

Quintessential Relocation Consultants (QRC), a company that specialises in relocating private and corporate clients to Jersey, has recently undergone a management buyout.

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The new joint owners and directors, Margot Aldridge and Lynn Leech bought the company from the original founder Jo Stoddart in April.

The company originally provided relocation services to both Jersey and Guernsey, but now solely concentrates on the Jersey market.

“When we purchased the company, we decided to change our emphasis to solely focus on helping clients to settle in Jersey” said Margot. She continued, “Jersey is a lovely place to live and work but newcomers need to deal with a number of Jersey’s particular differences, such as the legal system, tax structure, social security arrangements and housing regulations to name just a few. By specialising on Jersey’s unique but rewarding way of life we can make the relocation process much simpler for our clients”.

QRC provide a broad range of services to suit all budgets to support those who are moving to Jersey. They have assisted clients from the UK and Europe as well as on an international basis with the focus on making their relocation as simple and stress free as possible.

Margot, who has been with QRC since 2014 and Lynn, who joined in 2016, have both lived in the island for over 25 years. Having relocated to Jersey themselves, they understand the importance of the relocation process and what a life changing experience it can be.

Jersey has adopted a more sophisticated approach to inward investment, with a greater focus on ensuring that all high value residents

moving to Jersey contribute actively to the island’s economy. At the same time, the shifting political landscape and uncertainty over the impact of Brexit are likely reasons for relocation.

“Jersey’s success is due to the unique

work/life balance it offers” said Lynn, “On the one hand, the island has a flourishing business community. On the other, it boasts beautiful scenery, tranquil country lanes and warm, sandy beaches. What’s not love!”

“...it boasts beautiful scenery, tranquil country lanes and warm, sandy beaches. What’s not love!”

Continued demand for homes in property report The latest statistics from the House Price Index Report show that the property market is still active and extremely buoyant.

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Average home prices in Jersey rose by 2% compared to this time last year with turnover at the same level.

Property transactions were only marginally higher than the first quarter in 2018, with threebedroom homes recording the lowest number of transactions since 2013. Figures revealed a clear supply constraint in threebedroom properties, something Skipton International had long been expecting.

Lorraine Mclean, Mortgage Sales Manager at Skipton Mortgage

Centre said: “With so many new developments of one- and twobedroom flats over the past decade, we had predicted that the demand would increase for those wishing to take the next step on the property ladder and purchase a larger home.

If supply remains low, we could well see the price of these homes rising and the differential in pricing between them and flats increasing.”

Since 2013, the average nonseasonally adjusted house price in Jersey has risen by 30%, far outstripping wage growth and providing a challenging environment for purchasers. In

reaction to this, advertised rental prices have risen by 15% over the last 12 months as more people struggle to afford to buy.

The average value of homes on the island continues to be higher than London and more than twice that of the UK. Skipton International offer a range of mortgage solution including 100% loan to values mortgages from its Next Generation product. For an idea of what you could borrow visit www.skiptoninternational.com/ mortgage-calculator/jersey or visit our Waterloo Street office to speak to a mortgage advisor.

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