Jersey Pages | Issue 68

ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES

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CHILDREN SELECT WINNER FOR BOOK AWARD P2 MINISTER ATTENDS CANNABIS CONFERENCE

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Supporting local and international artists INTERVIEW

If you are looking to restyle your home, take a look at I.D.ology in Market Street, St Helier where you will meet Virginia (Ginny) Moss who is offering interior decoration and design services tailored to the individual.

I.D.ology also supports both local and international artists. You can appreciate works both in sculpture and paintings and ensure that you acquire something really special to enhance your home and allow you to appreciate a wonderful talent.

Since opening in June 2018, Ginny has built a loyal client base who love to visit and see the wonderful collections from Chelsea Harbour suppliers such as Cole & Son, Thibaut, Ailanto, Santorus, Blackpop, Kit Miles Studio and much more, which add a plethora of pattern, colour and texture to draw you in.

We caught up with Ginny to discuss her first year of trading, her favourite pieces and her plans for the future.

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Children select winner for Channel Island Book Award

School children in Jersey and Guernsey have nominated and voted for their favourite book published within the last year.

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The winning story, The Explorer by Katherine Rundell, was announced in a ceremony at Jersey Library, compèred by the Story Beast, John Henry Falle.

The awards, sponsored by Ravenscroft, are a joint initiative between Jersey Library and Guernsey School Library Service and aim to encourage children in years 5, 6 and 7 (ages 9-12) to think about their favourite stories and develop a love of reading for pleasure.

Fourteen books were nominated by local children. A judging panel of library staff from both islands then reviewed then shortlisted four titles. The shortlisted titles were: Ella on the Outside by Cath Howe,

“The shortlisted and winning titles from this year’s award are available to borrow from the library and online.”

Kid Normal by Greg James and Chris Smith, Sky Song by Abi Elphinstone.

A creative writing competition was then launched. Children were invited to enter their own writing, in the form of a blurb for a potential sequel for any of the shortlisted titles. The winners were, Joe Griffiths in Jersey for his sequel to Kid Normal and Thomas Kent in Guernsey for his blurb for a sequel for the same title.

Cathy Bithell, Principle Librarian for Young People, said: “The students have really engaged with the competition and selected a fantastic story by Katherine Rundell.

I’d like to thank everyone who nominated and voted as we had a great selection of shortlisted books which all have proven incredibly popular.”

Nominations for the 2020 award will open in September 2019 and close in January 2020. Nominated books must have been published in the UK in 2019. The shortlisted and winning titles from this year’s award are available to borrow from the library and online.

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Fort Regent swimming pool to be demolished Work to demolish the Fort Regent swimming pool and return it to the Glacis Field grass will begin at the end of July.

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Deputy Kevin Lewis, Minister for Infrastructure, has signed a Ministerial Decision approving the demolition of the disused swimming pool, including removing the pool tank and basement plant room, which has been closed since 2004.

Jersey contractor DB Cummins Limited has been awarded the projected 42-week contract to do the work, following a procurement process overseen by a specialist demolition consultant.

Over recent years, strong winds have lifted and removed several sections of the existing swimming pool roof and outer cladding causing health and safety concerns. There have also been reports of break-ins, vandalism and unauthorised access to the building’s roof.

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The Assistant Minister for Infrastructure, Deputy Hugh Raymond, said: “The Fort pool holds fond memories for many islanders and its demolition marks the end of an era. However, we can now look to the future and seize the opportunity to create something that will benefit the community for years to come.

“The Political Steering Group are developing a long-term vision for the Fort and we are looking for companies who are able to provide practical commercial advice on the long-term options for the Fort’s use.”

The total cost of the project including associated planning costs, fees and contingencies is £2,697,000.

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Endangered bats bask in warmth thanks to new electric heat pump

One of the rarest species on the planet is enjoying a balmy enclosure, greatly enhanced by the latest renewable heating technology designed and installed by Jersey Electricity Building Services (JEBS).

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Jersey Zoo is home to 55 Livingstone’s fruit bats – the largest captive population in the world – and they need a constant temperature of between 200C and 320C to thrive.

The installation of a 12kW air source heat pump (ASHP) in their 20m x 40m enclosure has proved so successful that the zoo’s Head of Mammals and bat expert Dominic Wormell is keen to install a second.

Dominic, who has been working with this species of bat for over 30 years, said: ‘Before, all we had were three 6kW spot fan heaters and a

biomass boiler for winter. The more dominant bats would crowd around the spot heat and push the others out of the way, leaving them isolated and cold. Anything 150C or below damages the delicate membrane of their wings. At just 0.3mm thick it’s a very special muscle – not just skin – with a very low blood supply. A period of sustained cold can reduce the blood supply to the margins of the wings and cause damage to the delicate tissue causing holes to appear.

‘Now the heat pump is supplying warm air the length of the enclosure through vented ducting and the bats

love it, flying round and round in the afternoons and roosting all over the enclosure. If they settle near the vents, they start flapping their wings; it must feel like having a warm bath or shower.’

As well as providing more comfort to the bats, the heat pump is much more cost effective. By drawing latent heat that naturally occurs in the air and increasing its temperature sufficiently to heat the enclosure, the heat pump typically produces two to three times the heat that would be gained from the units of electricity used to power it – a huge saving on the biomass boiler that Dominic says can cost up to £200 a week to run in winter.

‘What’s more,’ says Dominic, ‘Buying commercially produced biomass pellets isn’t environmentally friendly. Climate change is destroying the habitats of these animals as weather patterns get more extreme.

These bats are literally hanging on by a thread. There were just 1,000 left on two islands in the Comoros off the coast of Mozambique. They roost in treetops on the mountains so the recent back-to-back cyclones there could have devastated them. We are still waiting to hear the numbers from our partners on the ground there.

‘I’d like people to leave Jersey Zoo feeling inspired to save species.

Habitats are being destroyed due to climate change, so this needs to be halted. It means making sustainable changes to our lifestyles, one of which is to stop burning fossil fuels.

Electricity is the future.’

Habitat destruction almost led to the extinction of the Livingstone’s fruit bats’ neighbours in the enclosure,

the smaller Rodrigues fruit bat from the remote island of Rodrigues in the Indian Ocean. Though still Critically Endangered, an emergency breeding programme started

by Gerald Durrell himself here in 1972 means there is a thriving captive population around the world today.

‘Bats are much maligned, the real underdogs but they are wonderful animals,’ says Dominic, who admits they are his favourite creature. ‘They are ecoengineers, farmers of the forest that pollinate vast areas. Some trees have adapted to be pollinated solely by

bats. The Agave plant in Mexico, for example, is pollinated by the Mexican long-tongued bat. Without that bat, there’d be no tequila.’ A sobering thought!

Mark Miles wins the Ken Tait Memorial Bowl at the 2019 OV Golf Tournament Thirty two Old Victorians took part recently in their annual golf tournament, held in bright sunshine at the Royal Jersey Golf Club.

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This year’s individual winner with 39 points was Mark Miles, who was awarded the Ken Tait Memorial Bowl. The runner-up on countback, also with 39 points, was Bobby Minty; and in third place on 38 points was James O’Gara. The winning team was Ben Tait, Bobby Minty and James O’Gara.

A special mention, and award of Le Chemise Noire, went to Stuart

Gower, who was closest to the pin on three of the five par-3 holes.

The tournament organiser, Mike Tait said “This golfing event is now in its 16th year and it is a wonderful opportunity for Old Victorians, young and old, to get together in a friendly but competitive environment. I’m grateful for the continued support of Rathbones, who provided all the prizes.”

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We caught up with Ginny Moss of I.D.OLOGY to discuss her first year of trading, her favourite pieces and her plans for the future.

Hi Ginny, you’ve now been open for a whole year! How has that been for you?

As a new business owner it has had its challenges in terms of getting my business profile out there, and I am still building. I have to say that meeting new people and introducing unique brand designs to the island has been so exciting. I now have residential contracts and I am very excited to be working with the clients, the next step is to bring something unique and quirky to a commercial project.

If I wanted to redecorate my home, what elements can you help with?

It is so important to understand the client first - what do they want to achieve and how far can we push the design based upon their taste and budget. We also have to look at the space itself to ensure that the design is totally functional. I can then source samples of paper, fabric, furniture and lighting finishes so that an initial presentation can be made that shows how each element will work.

I believe the process is collaborative throughout and always ensuring sign off at each stage, tweaking where there is a need etc. I work with local trade professionals who I trust to produce a beautiful finish.

We heard you’re now working with a ‘Good Weave accredited’ designer, can you tell us more about that?

Good Weave is an accreditation given to ethical rug designers that ensure there is no child labour involved,

supporting Education and fair pay.

One particular rug designer that I am currently working with is offering beautiful hand knotted rugs that use PET (recycled plastic bottles - 3800 going into the making of a rug on average). We have a sample in store so that customers can see the quality in comparison with 100% wool.

What is your favourite piece in the shop at the moment?

The latest Santorus collection is absolutely amazing, with designs including Tiger’s Teatime , the Ravens and Orchestral Revolution there is so much to see and appreciate in each work!

I also love the various art that I have in store and I have some beautiful oil paintings by David Henley, a local artist with a lifetime of artistic achievement and recognition. David occasionally interprets local scenes beautifully such as ”Ouaisne”.

Plans for the future?

I would like more hours in the day so that I can broaden my target market By further developing I.D.ology website which has features, advice , blogs and also the ability for customers to buy online.

I would also like to work with young creatives/students so that ideas can be fresh and innovative. I am happy to say that I am a continual learner and would love to find students familiar with social media, web design, Sketchup who in turn are seeking

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opportunities to develop their skills further or just want to use my resources.

What do you like to do outside of work?

I have recently set up a Lean in group for creative entrepreneurial women and several meetings in now I can say that support from marketing professionals, artists, business leaders and owners has been so inspirational.

Walking my dog Bosco means I get to chat to virtually everyone who passes. He is such a handsome dog don’t you think?

Pop in to see Ginny at I.D.ology, Market Street, St Helier. www.idology.je

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Minister attends medicinal cannabis conference

The Minister for Economic Development, Tourism, Sport and Culture, Senator Lyndon Farnham, attended the Cannabis Europa medicinal cannabis conference at the end of June.

Delegates from around the world took part in the conference, which The Minister, who was joined on the focused on the benefits of using visit by environment and economy hemp and cannabis for medicinal and officers, took part in the conference industrial purposes.

Jersey is currently in the process to show Jersey’s intentions to develop a medicinal cannabis industry, and to of assessing applications from local companies to produce keep up to date with the hemp and cannabis. The latest developments in “Jersey is crop could be produced in the sector. currently in the island for a number of Senator Farnham said: “Jersey offers the process uses, ranging from fibre, oil and nutrition supplements distinct advantages over of assessing to cannabis extract for other jurisdictions to companies wishing to applications use in the pharmaceutical industry. engage in the cultivation, to produce George McBride, coprocessing, and extraction founder of Hanway of pharmaceutical hemp and Associates and Cannabis precursors from cannabis. cannabis.” Europa said: “It is exciting “We wish to position to see Jersey taking such a ourselves as a centre of excellence in production, research, proactive stance towards developing genetics and intellectual property in a regulated medical cannabis the sector, and attending events like industry. Jersey has a number of Cannabis Europa gives us the perfect competitive advantages which make opportunity to network and to make it well placed to become a hub for the global cannabis industry.” our intentions known.”

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Jersey Reds join JFRS The Jersey Reds rugby team joined the Jersey Fire and Rescue Service (JFRS) for an interactive training session ahead of the 2019/20 season.

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The 32-strong rugby squad were put through their paces by the JFRS’s Blue Watch, in a session involving a number of simulated rescues.

Under the guidance of the firefighters, the team had to work together in a series of timed exercises to save casualties from a smoke filled house, a four-storey building and an underground chamber.

Jason Betts, Crew Commander of Blue Watch, commented: "We were delighted to be approached by the Jersey Reds to be part of their preseason training. The exercise proved to be both great fun and hard work for

all involved, and we hope the initiative will help to increase awareness of the Fire and Rescue Service."

Harvey Biljon, Director of Rugby for the Jersey Reds, said: "Pre-season is really tough for professional rugby players and having the opportunity to observe them working together outside of their comfort zone was great for the coaches. I have no doubt that the players learnt a lot about themselves and team mates.

"Please can I thank the Fire service for the time and effort they put in, I know that the team was really impressed with how organised they are and it definitely gave them a different perspective on teamwork."

A brand new challenge for Forest Fringe

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For 10 years Forest Fringe was the weirdest, messiest and possibly the most exciting venue at the Edinburgh Festival.

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A home for experimental theatre, performance art, avant-garde dance and everything in between, all completely free. For artists and audiences, it was a place you went for the unexpected - where you would go to try something new.

After a decade they wanted to apply this experimental, collective spirit to a new challenge - to see if they could make a full-length film in the same way they ran a theatre - with messy, generous, collectivity, and all completely free.

Tom Dingle from ArtHouse Jersey, co-producers of the project, said “Like Forest Fringe we believe that it is vital that artists should be given opportunities and the support to test out their ideas and venture into unknown territories, such as trying out new mediums outside of their regular practices, as this is intrinsic to their growth and development. As such, we are truly excited to be embarking upon this new experiment in filmmaking in partnership with Forest Fringe and are looking forward to hosting the collective of artists involved at our new headquarters in Jersey, which we hope will provide a stimulating and inspiring backdrop to this innovative creative process”.

The process Everything about the project will be collaborative. This begins with the script which is currently being created through Forest Fringe’s own bespoke collaborative online project with over a dozen writers and as many editors. When they begin to make the film – the collective process will continue and will extend to the direction, editing, art direction, casting and shooting of this film.

This practice aims to give as many cinephiles the opportunity to either put a foot on the industry’s ladder if they’re beginners, or to contribute to a collaborative horizontal process if they’re professionals. Forest Fringe want to break open the hierarchy of this industry and see what other models are possible, and what kind of films these alternatives can create.

Andy Field explained “Our hope is that our alternative approach might inform a way of making films that is as unconventional as our venue used to be, and that in doing so we can again create a small and temporary space outside of the pressures imposed by capitalism in which we can all dream together.”

Forest Fringe wants to make the process as open and generous as possible, so that everyone will be able to learn from their successes and mistakes.

Co-producers ArtHouse Jersey will provide the project with a venue so that all the crew can be housed for up to three weeks throughout our filming on Jersey.

People are able to get involved for as long as they can commit – so for a weekend or for the whole time.

The length of their commitment is up to them but they will have accommodation that we will provide with ArtHouse Jersey’s help.

Forest Fringe is looking to initially raise £5000 towards the film scheme from a crowdfunding campaign. They are also still interested to hear from people who are interested in getting involved with the project, so if this is a project that appeals to you - you can contact them via their website. www.forestfringe.co.uk

CATHOLIC DEAN OF JERSEY VISITS THE PRISON

The Catholic Dean of Jersey visited the prison recently, as part of the States of Jersey Prison Service’s community work to support prisoners both during their sentences and to help them reintegrate back into society.

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It was Canon Dominic Golding’s first visit to the prison since he was appointed as Catholic Dean of Jersey in September, succeeding Monsignor Nicholas France, who served the island for nineteen years.

Canon Golding, whose previous post was Dean of the Catholic Cathedral of St John in Portsmouth, met a number of prisoners, many of whom took confession during his visit.

Prison Governor Nick Cameron said that he was delighted to welcome Canon Golding to develop the prison’s

partnership with Catholic charity Caritas.

“We work with Caritas to provide support for prisoners, young offenders and vulnerable families,”

he said. “It is important for SoJPS to collaborate with organisations such as Caritas in order to support prisoners while they are serving their sentences but also as part of their rehabilitation when they are released and return to the community. It is widely known that prisoners are less likely to reoffend if they have support when they are reintegrated back into society.”

Canon Golding’s visit to the prison included a tour of the old and new visits area, the chapel, art room, workshops, compound and residential wings to meet individual prisoners.

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GEORGE HARDING WINS YOUNG NATIONAL CHEF OF THE YEAR LONDON SEMI-FINAL George Harding named winner of the London semi-final of the Craft Guild of Chefs Young National Chef of the Year.

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George Harding, recently appointed Senior Chef de Partie at The Atlantic Hotel and Ocean Restaurant, Jersey has been named winner of the London semi-final of the Craft Guild of Chefs Young National Chef of the Year competition. George will now progress with the nine other finalists to the last round of the competition which will take place at The Restaurant Show, London on 1st October 2019.

The Young National Chef of the Year competition represents the most talented pool of young chefs in the UK. With a focus on core skills, chefs incorporate current trends and techniques into dishes to embellish and enhance them. Entrants are judged on a good understanding of basic skills, the foundation of cookery, simplicity, flavour and excellence in the execution of finished dishes.

At the end of the London round, Hrishikesh Desai, executive chef at The Gilpin Hotel and Lake House said: “I was honoured to be asked to take on this role and have thoroughly

enjoyed judging these two young chef heats. Having previously competed in and won The National Chef of the Year, I understand how the chefs feel and I think they have done a fantastic job in new environments, working well under pressure.”

Patrick Burke, owner and managing director, The Atlantic Hotel said: “It is difficult to overstate George’s achievement in winning the London

semi-final of the National Young Chef of the Year competition. He was up against some very talented young chefs from some of the top hotels in the country and I believe that his success speaks volumes for the quality of gastronomy on the island today. We are immensely proud of George and will be supporting him all the way to the final in October.”

COLORADO BEETLE WARNING

​ gricultural workers are being asked to keep an eye out for an invasive A beetle, which is known to cause damage to potato and tomato crops.

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The current weather conditions mean that the Colorado Beetle, which is not established in Jersey, may be able to reach the island from France.

The recent warm temperatures and easterly winds, could have carried the flying beetles over the sea.

If the beetle were to become established in Jersey, it would have a huge impact on the island’s potato crop. Growth, Housing and Environment is therefore asking islanders to be vigilant, and to report any sightings of the beetle to the department. Farmers are also asked to make sure that field workers know what the beetle looks like.

The beetles are approximately 10 milimetres long, with a yellow body and dark brown stripes.

Anyone who sees a Colorado Beetle should report the sighting to environment@gov.je.

NEDBANK PRIVATE WEALTH APPOINTS HEAD OF WEALTH PLANNING

The boutique private bank has strengthened its team with the appointment of John Williams as head of wealth planning for the international business.

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Based in London, John will work with high net worth families and their professional advisers to ensure that they have a clear financial plan in place.

His initial focus will be on supporting Nedbank Private Wealth’s private client base, integrating the benefits of wealth planning alongside the

bank’s broader wealth management capabilities.

John is a senior wealth planning professional with over 25 years of advisory and management experience, working for global organisations providing solutions to a wide variety of UK and international clients.

John commented: “Now, more than ever, families need to understand the

complex options open to them for their finances – plans that will be unique to each based on their circumstances.

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Largest solar array in the Island starts generating power

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The largest solar PV array in Jersey, installed on the roofs at La Collette Power Station, is now live and generating power on to the grid, giving all Islanders a share of local renewables.

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Jersey Electricity partnered with local installer SunWorks to fit the 81kWp array which is expected to generate over 90,000 kWhs a year, enough to power the homes of 11 average domestic consumers for a year or power an electric Nissan Leaf 336,000 miles. Data from the site is being transmitted via GSM system and is being remotely monitored with information on each individual panel available for ease of monitoring and maintenance.

The new array is four times the size of the one JE installed as a trial on its Powerhouse roof in 2013.

It consists of 289 award-winning Norwegian REC solar panels which themselves have the lowest carbon footprint among leading manufacturers. This is because the energy used in the silicon production process is low carbon as 96% of Norway’s electricity is from hydro-electric sources.

JE CEO Chris Ambler said: ‘This

solar project is one of a series that will diversify energy sources to include local renewables. Although introducing local solar will not result in further carbon reductions as Jersey already benefits from an almost completely decarbonised power supply, a third of which even today is from renewable hydro-electric sources, solar PV sits comfortably alongside our existing imported decarbonised power.

We also wish to continue our

“The new array is four times the size of the one JE installed as a trial on its Powerhouse roof in 2013.”

support for the Energy Plan Pathway 2050 - which states a preference for “moving towards renewable sources of energy where it can be justified on grounds of economics, security and sustainability”.

‘We are presently working with prospective partners on a larger scale pilot export-only, groundmounted solar farm on which we are making progress. This roof-top array at La Collette has not required planning permission and has therefore been easier and faster to install and we hope it is the first of several in the Island.’

Mark Brandon, founder and Director, of SunWorks said: ‘We are delighted to have been able to work with Jersey Electricity on this project. Although large, it has been a straightforward installation and we have had great support from JE engineers and welcome further projects in the near future.’

BEST OF BRITISH

The Jersey Symphony Orchestra’s ‘Best of British’ Summer Concert is on Saturday 3rd August when they welcome back the charismatic conductor Hilary Davan Wetton. Ably led by their wonderful leader, Martin Smith the orchestra is joined by the award-winning mezzo-soprano, Marta Fontanals-Simmons.

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The programme features an all British line-up of composers from William Walton, Edward Elgar, and Benjamin Britten, to Gustav Holst, (b.

Cheltenham), and Frederick Delius (b. Bradford). Among the pieces being played are Walton's famous Crown Imperial March, Elgar’s ‘Sea Pictures’ and ‘Nimrod and Finale’ from the Enigma Variations; ‘Walk to the Paradise Gardens’, and ‘Two

Songs with Words’ by Holst.

One of the highlights of the evening will be the Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra by Britten narrated by Tim Pollard. The narrative by Eric Crozier, it is a great introduction to orchestral music for young people, with a special price for children students.

In true ‘last night of the proms’ fashion, we will have the everpopular Jerusalem and the Pomp and Circumstance March to round

off a perfect evening of light summer music.

The Box Office closes at 7pm on the night so make sure you get your tickets in good time.

Tickets can be bought online at fortregent.je, Eventbrite, jso.org.uk or in person from Fort Regent Box Office.

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Over 90% of Islanders think Jersey workers should get more holidays

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Over 90% of Islanders surveyed think Jersey workers should get more statutory leave. The legal minimum holiday entitlement for full time workers in the Island is currently two weeks, plus eight or nine days of bank and public holidays depending whether Liberation Day falls on a working day.

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A survey by executive recruitment specialist Kendrick Rose found nearly two thirds of workers in Jersey (62%) get 25 days’ leave plus bank/public holidays – the typical UK level. 17% of those surveyed get more than 30 days plus bank/public holidays, 13% get 28 days including bank/public holidays – the EU minimum, and just 8% get two weeks plus bank/public holidays.

The survey looked at leave entitlements of people working in Jersey across a range of professions, from finance, to professional services, legal, HR and recruitment, marketing and media, and the public sector.

If given a bonus, 58% would take an extra week’s leave while 42% would prefer an extra week’s pay. 66% of people think their employers are sufficiently flexible in terms of holiday leave, with 72% of workers surveyed saying they can buy extra leave, take unpaid leave, or carry over extra leave.

When it comes to what people do with their holidays, childcare features for over a third of the workers surveyed. Of these, 21% try to take as much leave as possible during the holidays, 16% work regular hours and pay for childcare, 3% work regular hours and have free childcare, and 3% only work during term time.

Life admin, looking after relatives, moving to a new house, and looking after children outside school holidays eats up leave too. 36% of people use up to 25% of their leave for nonleisure activities, 16% use up to 50%, and 10% use more than 75%.

In Italy, workers get up to 104 hours leave a year for personal tasks such as going to the bank or taking a child to the doctor, in addition to 32 days’ statutory leave, a stark contrast to America, where employers have no obligation to offer any leave.

Jersey workers also support trying ‘unlimited leave’ – a concept which began with tech firms in America, where employees may take as much leave as they want so long as they get their job done. 84% of Islanders would be open to trying ‘unlimited leave’ with the greatest supporters in law, professional services, HR, and the public sector. People working in marketing and media were the least keen on this concept, with a third of

those surveyed saying they would prefer to stick with the status quo.

The Kendrick Rose survey found significant differences between industries for certain questions. If given a choice for a bonus, people in law were most likely to opt for an extra week’s holiday (71%), while people in marketing and media would take the cash (83%).

People working in marketing and media or in HR and recruitment have the most flexible employers – with 100% of those surveyed saying they thought their employer was sufficiently flexible, compared to just 58% of public sector workers.

Jersey’s Employment Forum is set to conduct a review into statutory leave in the Island later this year after it has emerged UK holiday entitlement

outstrips Jersey’s by up to 10 days a year.

Shelley Kendrick, Managing Director, Kendrick Rose, said: “Although statutory leave in Jersey is lower than the UK, our survey indicates most workers in the Island get a holiday entitlement that is in line with what most employers in the UK offer. Nevertheless, it is clear people we surveyed think we do need to increase statutory leave in the Island.

“Different sectors in Jersey may not offer vastly different levels of holiday, but our survey highlighted how employees feel differences in flexibility around leave quite markedly.

For example, people in the public sector may not have significantly less holiday than people in marketing or HR, but they perceive their employer

as being a lot less flexible.

“Employers in Jersey who don’t already offer staff the possibility of buying more leave, carrying over leave, or taking unpaid leave, may find it harder to attract or retain talent if other organisations are giving them more flexibility. And while employers in sectors such as law, or professional

services may be able to compensate staff through better pay, the public sector may struggle.”

Of the people surveyed, 40% worked in finance, 19% in the public sector, 7% in law, 6% in marketing/ media, 5% in professional services, 4% in HR/recruitment, and 19% in other professions.

“In Italy, workers get up to 104 hours leave a year for personal tasks such as going to the bank or taking a child to the doctor...”

Age-restriction on immigration?

INSIGHT Talks about how to control Jersey's population have included whether to age-restrict immigration.

It's expected a proposition will be lodged by next Spring. Assistant Chief Minister Constable Chris Taylor has told a Scrutiny hearing age-limits are an idea that needs more discussion, along with many others.

"We wouldn't want somebody coming in at the age of 57 for argument's sake, paying only a few years in and being retired for 40 years. So those are issues that need to be looked into."

A Population Policy proposition was arranged for debate last year, but scrapped by the Chief Minister so more research could be done.

Senator John Le Fondre told Scrutiny that careful consideration is needed to make sure the right decisions are made.

"In the longer-term, we've got some very difficult decisions to make and that's why essentially in putting this (Migration Policy Development) board together it's very important we do the work properly and then come back with an understanding of what the consequences are.

"There are consequences at each end of that scale. We can keep going up (the population) by 1,000 whereas obviously if you shut the doors tomorrow there are fairly significant economic consequences."

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Can sea lettuce be turned into compost?

INSIGHT

A trial of a new initiative is underway to see if sea lettuce, which blooms during the summer months, can be turned into compost.

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Officers have begun piloting a scheme to tackle the build-up of the green algae, which can build up in large clumps and release a foul smell.

The trial involves testing two new elements of sea lettuce management: A new method of collecting sea lettuce using a modified rake which sensitively collects the sea lettuce and reduces the amount of water collected and the transportation of the sea lettuce to the Green Waste Site at La Collette where controlled tests are being undertaken to see if it can be successfully composted along with other green waste Since the trial started last month, more than 165 tons of sea lettuce have been collected from the shallow pool left in St Aubin’s Bay. Officers from Growth, Housing and Environment have been working together on the plan.

Robert Major, Assistant Manager

Highways and Beaches, said: “Our primary objective is to reduce the impact of the sea lettuce on the beach by removing it before it makes the high tide mark.

“Research shows that the small amount of early season sea lettuce is what gives rise to the much larger summer blooms, so we started harvesting as soon as the lettuce appeared. We hope that by reducing the sea lettuce now it might prevent a big build up.”

The trial will continue throughout the summer, at the end of which it will be reviewed.

Deputy Kevin Lewis, Minister for Infrastructure, said: “I am really pleased that officers have identified this new method of sea lettuce collection and I hope the trial proves successful. It has certainly been a promising start. We have been trying so hard over the years to improve the situation but a lot depends on what nature throws at us.”

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n Friday 14th June 2019, Jersey College for Girls held its annual House Fashion Show at the Town hall.

Mr Howarth, Principal, described the fashion show as ‘a fantastic showcase for the exceptional quality of our students’ creativity and teamwork.’

Students modelled garments that they had been working on over the past eight months. The emphasis was on upcycling and each house selected a theme to create garments, wearable art, shoes and headpieces.

Head of Textiles at JCG, Bianca Padidar, commented: ‘It has been astonishing to see the commitment and dedication that

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has gone into these collections where students have spent hours of their own time through lunch hours and weekends working to complete their wearable art pieces.’

Minna, Year 12, winner of the award for designer with the most potential stated: ‘I look forward to House Fashion every year. For me and the other creative students, it is such a great opportunity to display talent as a designer and maker. One of the most valuable aspects about house fashion is the overwhelming amount of teamwork and involvement from each house; no matter your level of skill, everyone gets involved and the feeling of seeing your hard work showcased from beginning to end is so rewarding."

There is an emphasis on effort and collaboration for the event but students still enjoy competing in houses and the winners were as follows: Overall House Collection: Cavell Creativity Award for Perseverance: Garrett Anderson Designer with the most potential: Minna Pemberton Best Creative Piece: Austin Bartlett Origami Outfit Junior Award: Skye Leather Senior Award: Eden Hopwood

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Earth Project Jersey: Food Waste Management ANDREW LE QUESNE

According to the figures quoted to me, we in Jersey celebrate our generally high standard of living by generating 14,000 tonnes of food waste per annum, a staggering amount for such a small place and population.

The first issue is clearly to try to make every effort to reduce this amount, we need to unlearn many of the worst habits of the modern consumer society and try to relearn the more frugal habits of our forebears, I do not believe we need to re-enact Occupation levels of rationing but I must observe that there did not appear to be many obese people in the photos of the time!

In a serious vein, whilst we might be able to reduce food waste by a couple of thousand tonnes the vast bulk will still be produced, thus raising the question of how best to deal with it.

At the present time, all of the food waste we produce is meant to go to the Energy from Waste plant (EFW) at La Collette to be incinerated, this sadly is where it all starts to go wrong.

On average if you care to look at a selection of food waste you will note it is quite wet, up to 70% of the weight is water, and water is not a good source of energy in an incinerator. In addition as the food waste is heated up the water turns

“Whilst we might be able to reduce food waste by a couple of thousand tonnes, the vast bulk will still be produced.”

to steam, this can in some circumstances react with other feedstock elements and release unwanted chemicals. Once the food waste has been heated sufficiently to drive off all the water then the remainder is fit to burn, and being almost entirely comprised of organic carbon it burns really well. It burns so well that the vast majority goes up the chimney in the form of Carbon Dioxide, only a relatively small percentage is left as ash.

The mission of several local organisations, and what should be the mission of every single person on the Island, is to make better use of this food waste. We should not be burning it and putting more carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, we should be treating it as a valuable resource and putting it to use to the benefit of future generations.

Elis Joudalova, the woman behind OLIO Jersey, believes we can help the States achieve their carbon neutral status if we all work together.

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Food waste is a tragedy and one of the biggest contributors to climate change which interestingly and sadly about 70% of Britons do not apparently realise. Currently, over a third of all food produced – worth USD 1 trillion – is thrown away annually, which is both a huge loss of nutrients and a major cause of environmental issues.

The UN stated that if global food waste was reduced by just 25% we would have enough food to feed all of those who are malnourished.

And this is not just a problem in developing countries. Last year in the UK 1 million people visited a food bank and the number of people who cannot afford food has been sadly rising in Jersey too.

There are various means to deal with food waste. In a globally recognised Food Recovery Hierarchy pyramid, redistributing excess edible food to people is the most preferred option just after food waste prevention efforts. EAT-Lancet’s recent report stated that “Reducing food loss and waste in nutrient-

rich foods has the potential to yield substantial nutritional benefits while offering the opportunity to improve diets, tackle malnutrition and foster healthy and well-nourished societies.”

It’s hard to believe it has been 2 years since I brought OLIO to Jersey.

If you have not heard about it yet, OLIO is a platform/app that connects people with each other and with local businesses so surplus or unwanted food and non-food items can be shared rather then thrown away.

“We have 8000 app users and 81 volunteers who collect 1-2 tonnes of various edible food weekly and redistribute it via the app.”

Jersey has become Olio’s global success story inspiring other communities around the world.

Locally we have 8000 app users and 81 volunteers who collect 1-2 tonnes of various edible food weekly and redistribute it via the app to others while supporting many local charities and events too. Last year I helped to establish Olio in Guernsey and this year in Stockholm, and again it has been a huge success thanks to its unquestionable environmental and social benefits.

I have just returned from the

10th Annual Forum of EU Strategy for the Baltic Sea Region in Gdansk where I was invited to be a speaker.

It focused on a circular and sharing economy and how they can provide an answer to demographic changes and environmental challenges.

Jersey, being an island with limited resources and land space, it is more important than ever to treat the socalled food waste or any waste as a resource instead.

Our current linear food system has supported a fast-growing population and fuelled economic development and urbanisation. Yet, these productivity gains have come at a cost and the model no longer meets long-term needs. We need to shift to a circular economy model that offers huge economic, health, and environmental benefits across the food value chain and society as a whole.

Can we reduce food waste to the maximum in Jersey if we all work together towards the same goal, redistribute all edible food and compost what is not suitable for people? I believe we can. This way we can massively reduce our carbon footprint and help the States hopefully achieve its ambitious carbon neutral status.

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Jersey Water has completed work on phase 1 of its Water Resources Management Plan to assess whether sufficient water resources are available to meet the projected demand for water over the next 25 years.

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he forecast indicates that population growth and other factors will increase the demand for water over that period by 17% and, as a result of the increase in demand and effects of climate change, action is required in order to ensure we have enough water during a serious drought. Phase 2 of the plan is now underway and will identify the action that Jersey Water may propose to take, including both reducing the daily demand for water and the potential for additional resources, such as further desalination, increased reservoir storage or recycling of waste water.

Recent media coverage of Jersey’s rising population has highlighted the strain on resources that the Island can expect in the next couple of decades.

While contingencies are being considered, the Island’s reservoirs are currently 91% full following the wettest June on record which has

In our society where water seems plentiful, there are many misconceptions about water.

Despite two-thirds of the planet being covered in water, potable water is a finite resource – only 3% of all water in the world is consumable and this figure cannot increase.

Changing weather patterns and population growth mean that there is less to go around, so careful usage of water resources are key to ensure a sustainable future. The water that Jersey Water collects in its reservoirs is needs to be treated before it can go into supply: Before it reaches your tap, all mains water undergoes a thorough treatment process to ensure that it meets strict regulatory quality criteria, which includes stripping out harmful bacteria, polluting chemicals and any other potentially toxic substances.

Water conservation is a major

nearly filled its reservoirs for the critical summer months.

Jersey Water’s reservoirs hold 120 days of water when they are full, but sustained periods of dry weather such as we experienced last summer can leave our water supply in a precarious position.

We are fortunate that in the 1970s Jersey Water commissioned the desalination plant at La Rosière, near Corbière, which had a £6 Million upgrade two years ago. This upgrade increased its capacity and efficiency, reducing its power consumption by half. For an island with limited water storage, the plant is an invaluable emergency resource that converts sea water to ‘potable’ or drinkable water that tops up our reservoirs. Although it is still an expensive process to run, as the conversion process is very power hungry, it can supply half of Jersey’s daily needs during periods of shortage.

concern of Jersey Water, and the company is proud that its mains network has the lowest level of leakage in the UK, with leaks being fixed very soon after they are reported.

The company is also keen to educate its customers about not wasting water and runs a campaign during summer providing tips and advice about efficient use of water. There are lots of things that we can all do to become water wise and help conserve water without much effort: take a shower instead of a bath; turn off the tap while lathering your hands or brushing your teeth; don’t water plants or turn on a sprinkler during daylight hours – even better, use a watering can; fix leaking taps; only boil enough water for your needs; keep a jug of water in the fridge instead of running the tap until it runs cold. All these easy measures will help us to save water for the long term until the heavy rain comes back and our reservoirs are full again.

“Recent media coverage of Jersey’s rising population has highlighted the strain on resources that the Island can expect in the next couple of decades.”

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As Les Hoûmets Care Home celebrates 60 years as one of the island’s most prestigious care homes, Lucie Filipponi-Amy talks about how to enjoy and make the most of our later years.

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rowing old is a privilege and enjoying life to the full as we age, is the goal for most of us. We can postpone or reduce the undesired effects of ageing by, for example, quitting smoking, drinking alcohol moderately and by keeping active and being independent.

We may not equal the record of the Jeanne Calment who lived to the ripe old age of 122 years, 164 days but we can rest assured that life expectancy has increased. For example, a 65-year-old man can now expect to live to about age 83, and a 65-yearold woman, to about age 85.

Mind…

As we get older, changes occur in the brain including blood flow. Certain parts of the brain shrink, especially those important to learning and

other complex mental activities.

These changes can affect mental function, even in healthy older people. Some older adults find that they don't do as well as younger people on complex memory or learning tests.

Exercise raises our heart rate and increases blood flow to the brain and body. Several studies have found a link between physical activity and reduced risk of cognitive decline.

Research argues that brain training can help combat that effect, as we grow older.

Although the evidence on the benefits of exercising on our thinking skills is still incomplete, some studies have indicated that mentally engaging activities such as reading, crosswords and board games, may help the brain resist dementia later in life.

Some brain changes, like those associated with Alzheimer's disease,

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are not a normal part of aging and you should talk to your doctor if you have any concerns as help is available.

… Body and soul

By age 75, the percentage of body fat typically doubles compared with what it was during young adulthood.

Too much body fat can increase the risk of health problems, such as diabetes. The distribution of fat also changes, changing the shape of the torso. A healthy diet and regular exercise can help us minimise increases in body fat.

Stress can hinder our ability to recall and leads to anxiety, which can lead to memory impairment.

Practicing mindfulness and breathing techniques can help manage stress.

Getting a good night sleep will help with daily brain function. There are many apps available for smart phones and tablets to help aid the sleep process. People of any age can engage successfully with this

kind of technology. It can be fun and interesting to download the different options.

Being holistic in our thinking helps to address the signs of ageing. It’s wonderful to see older people live life to the full. Growing old certainly is a privilege – let us all celebrate our maturity and wisdom!

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The Channel Islands Co-operative Society donate £1,000 to a local charity supporting those in need An Island charity which delivers hot meals to people who are often elderly, lonely or disabled has been awarded £1,000 by a Channel Island Co-operative colleague.

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Sergio Marcelino, manager of En Route in both St Mary and St Peter, has been a dedicated Meals on Wheels volunteer for six years.

Mr Marcelino was presented with £1,000 by the Society after winning the Society’s Ambassador of the Year Award.

The Islander received the award at the annual Co-op Training and Recognition Awards for his commitment to the charity. The annual event celebrates the Society’s teams and individuals and their contribution to the local community.

Hilary Grant, chairman of Meals on Wheels, said the money will be put towards the general running cost of the charity, which has been operating in Jersey since 1962 and delivers between 80 and 90 meals a day four days a week. All the food is cooked at Jersey General Hospital by hospital staff and is then bought at cost by Meals on Wheels.

Mrs Grant, who has been involved with the charity for 35 years, said: ‘I am really touched that the Co-op have decided to give us a donation – that was very moving.

‘I can remember taking Sergio out

on his first round and I knew from that day he was going to be fine. Most of us who volunteer either have a part time job or have retired from work. I admire people who can juggle delivering for us with their full-time job.’

Last year Mr Marcelino delivered 435 meals in his own time, often covering 17 miles of the Island on each delivery. He uses his own car to make his deliveries, covering the cost of his travel as well as offering to undertake extra shifts to cover volunteer shortages and holidays.

Mr Marcelino said: ‘A lot of the people who rely on Meals on Wheels are elderly and similar ages to those I serve in En Route. I lived with my grandparents for a long time and know how important it is to look after your elders.

‘People write it on their calendars when they know I am coming. They see someone who is younger than them and for many it’s something they look forward to.

‘I was overwhelmed to be able to present Meals on Wheels with £1,000. I wasn’t expecting that from the Co-op and I am totally surprised.’

Chief operating officer for the Coop, Mark Cox, said: ‘It is an honour

“I lived with my grandparents for a long time and know how important it is to look after your elders.”

to both recognise Sergio for bringing the Society’s values to life by serving the community and awarding Meals on Wheels with £1,000. At the Coop we are always eager to support charities but what makes this extra special is that it’s a charity so close to one of our colleague’s hearts.

‘Sergio not only dedicates his own time to Meals on Wheels but he knows all those he delivers to by name and takes a genuine interest in their lives.’

To find out more about Meals on Wheels email mowjersey@gmail. com, or telephone 01534 853737.

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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.

Volunteer.je We are taking part in the Battle of Flowers 2019 and are urgently looking for people to make tissue paper flowers for us. We have all the supplies in our Le Pivot office in New Street so call in for a quick demo and collect your tissue paper.

Committee members needed Glanville Home is a care home for 24 ladies. If you are interested in the care of the elderly, the Glanville committee is looking for new voluntary members but there is a particular need for a committee member with legal or business experience.

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

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JUMP JERSEY at Les Ormes opens this month!

I was lucky enough to get a sneaky peek inside the new Jump Jersey at Les Ormes Resort last month. It is FANTASTIC and yes, the wait is almost over – Jump Jersey will open on Saturday 20 July!

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Due to the overabundance of refined foods in our diets, our guts are out of sync which can cause many health issues.

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There are half price reductions on cotton tops, linen and cotton shirts, cotton dresses and discontinued lines and colours in all the ever-popular trouser ranges.

There are pretty occasion wear reductions too, perfect for special events or cruise wear.

The Marilu range has also been reduced to half price and is the prettiest summer range of cotton tops, tunics and twinsets with the most exquisite detail in beads and lace.

ATP Science’s GutRight is a concentrated form of naturally healthy compounds that were once found in abundance in our traditional diet. GutRight simply restores the balance we once enjoyed when we ate more naturally.

New deliveries continue to arrive as well: Up and Above always trys to keep a great choice of colours and sizes in ankle skimmers and Capri pants and of course those fabulous waffle pants that are an absolute musthave for warm days and holidays. A new collection from Rabe of cotton tops has just been delivered for all of you who were too late for the early ranges.

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At a team bonding day you can all enjoy the views playing golf on the superb 9-hole course: Golf Breakfast packages from £19 pp; Golf Lunch/ Dinner packages from £29.95 pp. Or for something more extreme why not book out Jump Jersey? Follow activities by dining in the Brasserie on good food and good wine whilst sharing stories of your day’s adventures.

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to see the options for the little ones and not just for breakfast, their lunch/ dinner menu has a range of tasty options for just £7 for a main course and a dessert.

Les Ormes Brasserie is definitely the place to go for exceptional dining - even if you’re just popping in for a lunchtime snack I can highly recommend the substantial ciabattas with a choice of fillings from just £7.50.

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.

More and more of us are enjoying breakfast out, and with the choice at the Brasserie why bother to cook? The breakfast menu is superb and it’s great

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Breakfast Menu LES ORMES BIG BREAKFAST £9.50 2 Sausages, 2 Bacon, 2 Eggs, Black Pudding, Hash Brown, Tomato, Mushroom, Baked Beans, Toast, Tea/Coffee or Orange Juice LES ORMES BREAKFAST £7.95 1 Sausage, 1 Bacon, 1 Egg, Hash Brown, Tomato, Baked Beans, Toast, Tea/Coffee or Orange Juice VEGETARIAN ENGLISH BREAKFAST £7.95 Vegetarian Sausages, Eggs, Hash Browns, Tomato, Mushroom, Baked Beans, Toast, Tea/Coffee or Orange Juice PANCAKES 3 slices of Bacon & Maple Syrup £7.95 Fruit Compote & Cream £5.95 BREAKFAST JARS £5.50 Chia Seeds, Almond Milk, Vanilla, Blueberries & Maple Syrup Granola, Fruit Compote & Yoghurt RYE BREAD £6.95 Cream Cheese, Smashed Avocado & Scrambled Egg SCRAMBLED EGGS & TOAST £4.95 Smoked Salmon £2.95 Mushroom & Tomato £1.95 Bacon £1.95 BREAKFAST CIABATTAS from £3.95

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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...

As Art in the Frame Foundation, the managing charity of The Harbour Gallery Jersey, celebrates its 21st Birthday, the two are fundraising to raise awareness and the profile of both the charity and the gallery.

‘All Washed Up 2’ is a mixed media exhibition featuring the work of 38 local artists working in many different mediums to include painting, prints,

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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.

ceramics, jewellery, textiles and much more. There is a focus on the seas, sands, cliffs, sea life and what might be washed up onto the local beaches and often what can be made from it.

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

Tel: 601925.

At Love Bird Pottery Studio you’ll find a huge selection of items to personalise – just pay for what you paint or decorate.

Give them a call on 865972 if you want a helping hand with baby hand and footprints.

This fabulous mixed media exhibition will be held at The Harbour Gallery Jersey in St Aubin from 11 July to 15 September.

Open 10 am to 5.30 pm, seven days a week.

Love Bird Gifts & Pottery Studio, Jersey War Tunnels.

Keep summer pests under Absolute control We all look forward to summer, however there is one pest that loves to ruin our sunny afternoons, wasps.

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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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

MADAME W ANG’S emporium

The queen wasp actually builds her nest in the spring and over the next few months lays eggs to enlarge her colony. Wasps can be aggressive creatures when disturbed so it is advisable not to remove a wasp nest without professional help.

Howard Durell and his team at Absolute Pest Control can remove wasps from attics, fascia boards, soffits and dormers using specialist equipment.

Mind you, another summer pest has to be ant colonies. Whether they are infesting your home or your business, Absolute Pest uses effective professional treatments for eradication.

Whatever the pest, Absolute Pest control has the solution, just ask for details on how they can help.

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

TALK with Sarah Jane Holt

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‘One of the lessons that I grew up with was to always stay true to yourself and never let what somebody else says distract you from your goals.

And so when I hear about negative and false attacks, I really don’t invest any energy in them, because I know who I am.’

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Michelle Obama

Swimming, sunbathing, having fun in the sun – how to look good 24/7

Carefully drawn on eyebrows and eyeliner quickly disappear when you are frolicking in the sun. Panda eyes as you emerge from the sea is not a good look – plus if your make-up tends to melt in the heat constant reapplying can be a real chore.

The fashion for oversize painted-on eyebrows has been with us a while. But wouldn’t you rather have natural looking brows, brows that require little maintenance?

Jacquie Callaghan is the Island’s semi-permanent make-up specialist and can transform your eyebrows, especially over-plucked or sparse eyebrows, with delicate 3D hair strokes to replicate each individual hair for a truly natural look.

Along with eyebrows, Jacquie offers ‘Lip Blush’ treatment which covers the whole lip surface not just the outline – I can HIGHLY recommend this, just ask me about it! I’ve also had the ‘Glamourise Eyes’ treatment to define my lash line which has the effect of making my eyes look bigger.

Semi-permanent make-up enhances your features, making you look more attractive and feel more confident. Jacquie is Harley Street trained so you know you are in safe hands.

Perfectly shaped brows, professionally-lined eyes and softly defined lips, yes you know you’re worth it!

At the time of writing there is torrential rain outside my window – and we’re in the middle of June! But I am confident sun is on its way and I’ve already been to 100% Health to ensure a good supply of sunscreen – sunscreen that is safe not just for your skin but also for nature.

BEFORE

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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. Tel: 07797 711088.

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.

Also from Caudalie is the ‘must-have’ serum to apply before your facial suncare: Caudalie Vinoperfect Radiance Serum which helps to keep dark spots at bay and promotes a lasting tan.

Mind you, you don’t have to wait for the sun to show its face. For a healthy and natural looking tan Green People Organic Self Tan Lotion is a non-streaky and quick drying formula that develops in three to four hours leaving skin soft and supple with a sunkissed glow.

It is so important to look after the little ones skin and 100& Health has ranges of sunscreen especially formulated for children including Jason Kids and Organic Children.

Do remember to also stock up on after sun products such as Jason Aloe Vera gel and Alba Botanica cooling aloe burn relief – this medicated ‘no touch’ spray is my holiday essential.

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.’

Caudalie has five new suncare products with non-sticky textures that offer a luminous and even tan while delicately scenting the skin with the summery fragrance of frangipani flowers.

If you are at all confused on what to choose, helpful staff are always on hand at 100% Health in Conway Street. Telephone 610638.

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

Telephone 01534 722762.

The best free newsletter you will ever subscribe to has to be the weekly 100% Health newsletter.

Each week I am blown away by the postive, empowering messages, the recipes, health tips, seasonal health advice and so much more.

To subscribe call in store or log on to www.100health.je and follow the prompt to the newsletter.

To have your business featured in Let’s Talk next month email me at sarahjaneholt@45squaremiles.com. T: 07797 716879

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Food & Reviews, recipes and food news

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NEW FEATURE! Monthly restaurant review with Lucy Sanderson

REVIEW

f you’re looking for a sprinkle of ooh la la and pinch of al fresco perfection, look no further than the family run St Malo Crêperie on the edge of town.

Located on The Parade, the restaurant boasts a spacious terrace in one of the few places in St Helier where the sun shines all day long. As we arrive, the outside tables are dotted with locals and tourists alike, lapping up the lovely weather and enjoying the relaxed vibe: smiling faces, cold beers, chilled wine and plates of gorgeous food - this place definitely cuts la moutarde for a summer evening.

Run by husband and wife team, Jonathan and Helen, the St Malo Crêperie is something of a little triumph. They took over the premises three and a half years ago, turning it from an Italian trattoria to the authentic, quaint French bistro that it is today. My daughter’s face lit up a couple of years ago, on hearing that there was a restaurant dedicated to making her favourite food, crêpes and galettes. But the St Malo Crêperie boasts a menu that works for everyone and every occasion, so don’t be mistaken by the name, this little place is far more than just a crêperie!

The restaurant itself has a no fuss, no faff feel about it; welcoming, understated, comfortable, spotlessly clean and super-duper friendly. The staff are delightful and Jonathan was funny and charming and a dab hand at recommending which wines would work best with our dishes. Obviously I had to go authentic magnifique and order snails to start with lashings of lovely garlic butter and french bread (I reckon I’ll be averting vampires for the foreseeable…).

We tried the scallops with Bayonne ham and confit of duck, which is one of my all time favourites and the St Malo Crêperie’s take was delicious… As was the mouthwatering boeuf bourguignon, another brilliant tip of the hat to true French food. Next time I go, I’ll be trying out their moules, from what is possibly the longest list of flavour combos I’ve ever seen.

Finishing off our meal with St Malo Crêperie signature crêpes for dessert along with a hefty slug of calvados for the flambé magic and, ta dah… dinner was definitely served. The hospitality kept on flowing as Helen insisted we try the Baillette-Prudhomme champagne, which can only be found at their restaurant as it is sourced (like many of their products) by Helen and Jonathan and sold exclusively at the Crêperie. I have to say that little glass

of golden gorgeousness was the piece de resistance, the icing on the gateaux, so to speak… An utterly delicious dinner and a truly lovely evening: the St Malo Crêperie gets a dix out of dix from me.

St Malo Crêperie 37 The Parade, St Helier 01534 734831

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Mon amie, this is more than just a crêperie!

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Health kick

RECIPES

With summer now in full swing, what better a time than now to start eating healthily. Follow simple recipes by Christian Gott to start you on your health kick. Recipes originally published in Manner.

BEETROOT AND EDAMAME HUMMUS A quick and easy way to reach your five-a-day.

Serve with vegetable crudités such a celery, carrot batons, green beans and cauliflower florets.

TIME: APPROX. 5 MINS

RAW CHOCOLATE WALNUT BARS Many people are turning to a raw food diet to improve their health. These raw chocolate energy boost bars are great as a mid-morning snack.

Ingredients: • 300g walnuts • 15 medjool dates • 80g organic maple syrup • A handful of rolled oats • 3 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder • 2 tbsp coconut oil

1. Place walnuts, dates and cocoa in food processor and blitz for ten seconds. Add the maple syrup, oats and coconut oil and blitz again. When everything is mixed together, remove from food processor and spoon in a small food tray. Smooth and flatten mixture then place into your fridge and chill for at least an hour allowing bars to harden.

Remove from the tray and cut using a sharp knife.

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Ingredients: • 2 packs precooked beetroot • 400g tin chickpeas, drained • 200g frozen edamame or soybeans, defrosted • 250ml quality olive oil • 3 tbsp tahini paste • Juice and zest of 1 lime • Sea salt and cracked black pepper 1. Place the beetroot, chickpeas and edamame beans into a food processor and puree. Add the tahini, lime juice and zest, restart the food processor and slowly pour in the oil to achieve a creamy paste. Season to taste and serve drizzled with a little more oil and sea salt. This can be stored for a couple of days in an airtight container in the fridge.

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The latest beauty, fashion and style news

BEACH BAGS

A classic summer staple - now all you need is a towel and a copy of your favourite magazine (we’d recommend Manner!) and you’re ready to hit the beach!

Daily SPF

ORANGE BAG £10, WEST COLLECTIONS WOVEN BAG £49.50, HAPI WHITE BAG £17.99, DE GRUCHY

£36, KIEHL’S

Want to use sun protection every day, but not sure which one is right for you? Whether walking to work or going for an outdoor stroll, always use high factor SPF such as SPF 30 or SPF 50. Looking for an oil-free facial moisturiser? Then try Ultra Light Daily UV Defense SPF 50, which is moisturising and lightweight.

Ultra Light Daily UV Defense Mineral Sunscreen is suitable for sensitive skin, and thanks to its discrete tint, you could even go make-up free!

Summer style

Step out in style this summer in beautiful prints and fashionable vibrant colours, with the highest quality fabrics and eye-catching designs.

Whether it's a summer party, ball or just lunch with the girls, Affinity on Colomberie have something to suit all styles, for all occasions.

01534 626880 21 La Colomberie, St Helier

Ready or not, we are ready for Summer-time!

Bring on beach days and holidays with easy kaftans, jumpsuits and sun-dresses!

Take it from poolside to lazy evening ‘barbies’ by adding a pair of easy pull-on cropped trousers, glittery side-bag, a pretty pendant necklace and a pair of sparkly shoes!

Bring on the pink...But stay safe in the sun!

Tel 01534 726224 | FB: The Gooseberry Bush, Jersey Opening times: Tuesday - Saturday 10-5pm & Sunday 10-2pm (Closed Mondays!)

The Gooseberry Bush, Rondel’s Farm, La Rue du Haut de l’Orme, Trinity (Turn opposite Union Inn, Queens Road)

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NEW SEASON JIMMY CHOO AT HARRY FOSTER

Harry Foster Opticians have just received a delivery of new season Jimmy Choo glasses and sunglasses. Available in a range of styles, from round and glittery to cool cat-eye, there’s a pair to suit everyone.

9 Beresford St, St Helier 01534 888400

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SUNHATS

Floppy hats, visors, hatinators, headbands, baseball caps...

Whatever your style may be, earn fashion kudos with a strong head game.

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£12, WEST COLLECTIONS £27, BILLABONG AT HAPI

A true piece of Jersey

A real reminder of strolls on Jersey’s beautiful beaches. The Jersey granite flip flop is available in pink and black granite for £45.

The Jersey granite range is designed on the premises, the stones are polished by hand and then lovingly set in sterling silver. The collection is inspired by the landscape, waves crashing against the sandy shores and laidback island lifestyle.

Each piece of granite has been handpicked from the north of the island and has been carefully chosen to maximise the depth of colour used and every piece is truly unique because of its markings.

Aqua (opposite the large Boots), Queen Street www.aquajersey.com

£8,WEST COLLECTIONS

Gifts and homeware

Little Wren in the Central Market offers a wide range of gifts including a great selection of Jellycat toys, Gisela Graham homeware and Namaste fair trade rugs, throws and cushions.

The owner, Laura is an illustrator who offers a bespoke hand painted sign service from the shop. Signs make a great addition to children’s rooms and the perfect personalised gift for special occasions.

FLIP FLOPS

A major trend amongst influencers, the humble flip-flop is the shoe of the moment.

£16.19, ANIMAL AT HAPI

£12.29, ANIMAL AT HAPI

West Collections, Les Quennevais Precinct, St Brelade 01534 491342 | FB & Instagram: West Collections

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Lifestyle Property, home and trend news

Nazi soldier’s descendants return stolen painting to Florence gallery ART

A celebrated still-life painted a Dutch master and looted by Nazi troops in World War II will be returned to the Italian city of Florence, Italy’s government said.

The oil painting Vase of Flowers

by Jan van Huysum – believed to be worth millions of dollars – originally went on display in Florence in 1824 after it was bought by Grande Duke Leopoldo II for his collection.

The painting was seized by Nazi troops in 1943 and eventually taken to Germany where it resurfaced in a Uf�izi Gallery director Eike Schmidt with a black and family collection following German white copy of 'Vase of Flowers' by Dutch artist Jan van Huysum reunification in 1991.

Its return to Italy follows a long dispute with (£1.8m) for the artwork. the unidentified descendants of the Nazi soldier, The German government stepped in to forge who had reportedly demanded up to €2m an agreement for its return to Florence.

A brief and interesting history of the chest of drawers WORDS BY STEHPEN COHU

It took several hundred years for the evolution of the chest of drawers to take place. From early medieval times possessions including clothes, valuables and weapons were stored in chests with lift up lids known as coffers. They were often strengthened with iron bindings and were usually made of oak, a strong pest resistant wood. They were also easy to carry about or relocate during periods of unrest. From the early 17th century a drawer or drawers were added to the underside of the coffer and these are known as mule chests. Smaller items could be stored in the drawers and the transition from coffer to the traditional chest of drawers we know today had begun.

During the 17th century conflict became less common so mobility of possessions became less of an issue. The true chest of drawers appeared at the very end of the reign of Charles II and today we see many examples made in the reign of James II, known as the Jacobean period, with chests in oak and walnut often decorated with geometric mouldings and sometimes exotic veneers.

By the beginning of the 18th century chests of drawers were commonplace even in poorer households with very refined examples being made from the Queen Anne period onwards. Although styles have changed many times over the last 300 years the basic design remains exactly the same, usable in the bedroom, office or living room.

The example pictured is interesting in that although it is in the George I style of around 1720 it is actually a very good reproduction made in the late 19th century.

It doesn’t really matter as it serves the same purpose! With this knowledge of the origins of the humble chest of drawers who would possibly want a room full of boring fitted furniture!?

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The story so far.

Hydropool Channel Islands have gone from strength to strength since opening the business based in the old Jersey Gas showroom in st Helier, opposite the car park to Grand Marche.

Primarily the business sells, installs and maintains Hydropool Hot Tubs and Swim spas, but they also sell a full range of outdoor buildings, saunas and showers, many of which are on display having been built into the showroom.

This is the start of what has traditionally been known as the Hot Tub buying season Easter to Autumn, but Hydropool are bucking that trend by showing clients that these products are for year round enjoyment. When the wind and rain gets into your bones in the colder months of the year, that is the time the warm environment and gentle massage of a hot tub come into their own. Think of the Alps in the middle of winter and having come off the slopes. There is nothing better to soothe away the cold and the aches.

So, we may not be skiing here in Jersey, but as we get a little older, those same aches and stiffness issues are there.

Whilst the health benefits of a Hot Tub and the exercise capabilities of a swim spa are recognised throughout the world in places like North America and our north European friends, the Channel Islands are recently becoming aware of just how good these are here. We have an aging population worldwide, and not everyone wants to sit in a chair now Jeremy Kyle has gone from our screens. People are becoming more active in later life and need to remain supple to do the things they still want to be able to do. This can all be achieved in the comfort of your own home.

In the case of swim spas, you can exercise against a gentle current of water by simply walking in the Spa, with little impact on the joints as the water supports your weight whilst you move. Its not all about swimming, though that form of exercise has been recognized as one of the best way to stay active for many years.

The warmth of the water, combined with the buoyancy, enable those joints and muscles to once again move freely without the sharp intake of breath each time you go to move.

In December 2018, Hydropool Channel Islands where Nationally recognised by the industry as having the Best Showrooms in the whole of the UK. It was a fantastic achievement being that the industry has many hundreds of dealers in the region, many of which have been around for decades. It is a testament to the quality not only of the product, but the way in which Hydropool CI portray themselves.

Another huge achievement for Hydropool CI was being awarded the Channel Island agency for O-Care water treatment products. We were first made aware of the need, particularly of cancer survivors, and others with sensitive skin conditions, to limit their exposure to sanitisers such as Chlorine. By using a water treatment product such as O-Care, which breaks down the Bio-Film in hot tubs and reduces the reliance of sanitisers to keep the water healthy.

The product also has a number of additional benefits such as drastically reducing the odour Chlorine can leave on the skin, and acts as a water softener which many people find fantastic in the way their skin feels after using the tub. O-Care is available to any hot tub or swim spa user no matter which manufacturers tub you have.

Here are some of the images of the installations we have undertaken so far.

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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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