We will have an extra Bank Holiday in 2020.
Politicians have agreed an extra day off on Friday 8th May to mark 75 years since VE.
It is in contrast to the UK, which is moving the early May Bank Holiday from the Monday (4th May) to the Friday.
People in Jersey will get both, ahead of Liberation 75 which falls on the Saturday (9th May).
The Chief Minister's proposal - described as a 'one-off' - was unanimously adopted by the States Assembly 39-0 votes.
Ombudsman issues advice about mis-sold car loans
The Channel Islands Financial Ombudsman says the compensation for car loans that is being offered in the UK does not apply to people in Jersey and Guernsey.
'Music Muratti' for young musicians in the Channel Islands
Aa new inter-islands battle of the bands competition, being dubbed a 'Music Muratti' has been organised for young musicians across the Channel Islands.
Jersey celebrates 81 years of Liberation
This 9 May marks 81 years since Jersey was liberated from occupation and the end of the Second World War, and celebrations are once again island-wide.
Victoria College twins with secondary school in Bad Wurzach
A plaque has been unveiled at Victoria College to mark its twinning with a secondary school in Bad Wurzach.
Jet2 increases capacity to Jersey by 140% for summer 2027
Jet2 has announced new routes, additional capacity, and an extended season for next summer.
10-day Liberation International Music Festival gets underway
The 2026 Liberation International Music Festival runs from 8 - 18 May and features over 20 events, including a new event at La Hougue Bie.
Flower mural in St Brelade's dubbed 'graffiti' and covered up
The Infrastructure Department is asking a Jersey artist to 'reach out' to them for potential work, despite painting over their mural on public toilets in St Brelade's Bay.
Future politicians called to action over visitor economy at 'tipping point'
The Jersey Hospitality Association has issued a 'Call to Action' to future political leaders, highlighting the urgent need to support the island’s visitor economy.
