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Friday 31st January 2025

The Jersey Chamber Weekly Update

Dear Subscriber,

Big freeze or squeeze

As we calmly slip out of January… or more likely as we stagger, slightly punch-drunk from a dry-January that was at full tilt, into the unknowns of February… we can agree that whilst it's not been the greatest month weather-wise, it's hardly been the big freeze. Still, it's not over till fat February sings.

And continuing in that cheerful tone, I'm a little concerned with a big squeeze than freeze.

Following the grown-up conversations from our Chamber lunch last week with the CEO of Govt of Jersey, where the thinking was over-regulation and under-investment, we have a well-intentioned increase to Employment Tribunal Awards, that will move the maximum awards again for businesses from £10k to £50k.

To be clear, any business failing to uphold employment law on discrimination needs training and should rightly be held accountable, with appropriate compensation awarded to those affected.

It's what's missing in this proposition, up for debate next week, that is really grinding the gears for many businesses. There is still no protection for the employer against malicious or vexatious claims. It costs lots, whether you defend a claim or not.

We understand those who rightly opted to defer social security contributions and GST payments during COVID, should now be at the stage of paying back or agreeing a payment plan with the Treasury Department.

This was always the case and should be repaid. We are genuinely grateful to the department for assuring us that they are applying a light and empathetic touch to those businesses who need to start repaying. But repay they must.

Just a reminder, and of little comfort to those still experiencing a slow or complete halt in trading during these dark winter months, but the new minimum wage rises to £13 in two months. Around the same time, a proposed 'flat rate' for freight could be introduced, which may inflate prices and significantly reduce profit margins. That's something that we are currently trying to address.

It's not easy running a business in Jersey, and over the coming months the support of the local spend from both government and islanders will be crucial, along with some meaningful listening. No one is going to continue doing something that becomes too hard to do with little or no profit.
Jersey clearly has plenty of pressures, but I believe it is also well positioned, and has the resources and resolve to survive and thrive.

And if you need light at the end of the (currently closed every night) tunnel, compared with Jan 1st, as of today we have 1 hour and 6 minute more daylight.

Enjoy it this weekend.


Have a great weekend 
Murray,
Flori, and Daisy, 
 
Chamber Highlights: Scroll down to discover the latest news, member updates, upcoming events, and exclusive offers.
 
Jersey Chamber Upcoming Events
 
Join Us for the February Chamber Lunch
Planning Matters
Planning Matters

date

Feb 12, 2025
(12:00 - 14:30) (GMT+0)

location

Radisson Blu Waterfront Hotel Jersey
Saint Helier, Jersey
Speakers:
Adam Budworth
President Jersey Chamber of Commerce
Grant Thornton
Deputy Steve Luce
Minister for the Environment
Government of Jersey
Murray Norton
CEO Jersey Chamber of Commerce
Jersey Chamber of Commerce
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Join Us for the March Chamber Lunch
A New Future for Ferry Services to Jersey
A New Future for Ferry Services to Jersey

date

Mar 12, 2025
(12:00 - 14:30) (GMT+0)

location

Radisson Waterfront Blu Hotel Jersey
St Helier, Jersey
Speakers:
Adam Budworth
President Jersey Chamber of Commerce
Grant Thornton
Filip Hermann
Vice President, Head of Business for the Channel & Baltics
DFDS
Murray Norton
CEO Jersey Chamber of Commerce
Jersey Chamber of Commerce
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Join Us for the April Chamber Lunch
The Waterfront and Fort Regent Developments
The Waterfront and Fort Regent Developments

date

Apr 30, 2025
(12:00 - 14:30) (GMT+1)

location

Pomme D'Or Hotel
St Helier
Speakers:
Adam Budworth
President Jersey Chamber of Commerce
Grant Thornton
Lee Henry
CEO
Jersey Development Company
Murray Norton
CEO Jersey Chamber of Commerce
Jersey Chamber of Commerce
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Join Us for the May Chamber Lunch
Government Update and Looking Ahead
Government Update and Looking Ahead

date

May 21, 2025
(12:00 - 14:30) (GMT+1)

location

Raddison Blu Waterfront Hotel
St Helier, Jersey
Speakers:
Adam Budworth
President Jersey Chamber of Commerce
Grant Thornton
Deputy Lyndon Farnham
Chief Minister
States of Jersey
Murray Norton
CEO Jersey Chamber of Commerce
Jersey Chamber of Commerce
Kindly Sponsored by Appleby
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Government News
 
 
Latest Jersey Chamber News
 
Jersey's Future Under Scrutiny
Jersey's Future Under Scrutiny
Dr Andrew McLaughlin, Government of Jersey CEO, speaking at a packed Chamber Lunch, challenged the Island's traditional business model and highlighted the growing anxieties within our democracy.
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Jersey Business Better Business Support Package Information sessions
Jersey Business Better Business Support Package Information sessions
The Better Business Support Package (BBSP) is a government funded initiative to help Jersey businesses enhance productivity through matched grant funding for projects and staff training.
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Investec strengthens Financial Intermediaries team across the Crown Dependencies
Investec strengthens Financial Intermediaries team across the Crown Dependencies
Investec Bank (Channel Islands) Limited (Investec) announces two key appointments to head its geographically focused Financial Intermediaries teams in the Crown Dependencies, reflecting the bank's commitment to meeting the evolving needs of its clients and delivering a consistent high-touch level of personalised service.
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Mourant retains top spot as Jersey's leading legal adviser to investment funds
Mourant retains top spot as Jersey's leading legal adviser to investment funds
Mourant, has once again secured its position as top legal adviser to investment funds in Jersey according to the 2024 Monterey Fund Report.
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Nowhere Less Now by Lindsay Seers & Keith Sargent
Nowhere Less Now by Lindsay Seers & Keith Sargent
Next week ArtHouse Jersey will be launching their first major exhibition of 2025:

Nowhere Less Now by Lindsay Seers & Keith Sargent
ArtHouse Jersey at Capital House
Friday 31 Jan to Sun 9 March, 10:30am to 6pm at (closed Monday's)
An unforgettable immersive journey through time, history, war and love
Free entry, no booking required

More information can be found here.
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NEW CHAMBER MEMBER ALERT
 
A1 Services
A1 Services
Your Premier Partner in Safety and Facility Management in the Channel Islands
We provide bespoke safety and facility management consultancy to our clients in the Channel Islands. We are highly professional, motivated and dedicated to serving and delivering an excellent service to all our clients.
As a globally recognised solutions partner for Jotform, we offer a bespoke paperless safety and facility management system to help businesses significantly enhance data management and security, streamline processes, improve operational effectiveness, support compliance, and demonstrate due diligence whilst also reducing risk. Jotform use AI assistant to complete forms quickly, accurately and efficiently. Recently Jotform Enterprise secured a listing on the G-Cloud 14 framework contract, ensuring the highest data security standards.

Our Vision:
  1. Set a benchmark of excellence in safety and facility management consultancy, in the Channel Island, prioritising client satisfaction.
Our Mission:
  1. Work with client's to “be responsible together”.
  2. Actively encourage feedback for continual improvement.
  3. Operate in a way that demonstrates a commitment to sustainability.
  4. Serve the community to the best of our ability.
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MEMBERS JOBS ADS
 
Projects & Operations Assistant
Projects & Operations Assistant
We are seeking a proactive, motivated, and detail-oriented Projects & Operations Assistant to join our thriving team at IPM.
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CHAMBER MEMBERS DISCOUNTS AND OFFERS
 
How Precise Are Your Recruitment and Selection Techniques?
How Precise Are Your Recruitment and Selection Techniques?
Get ready to learn valuable tips and strategies to enhance your recruitment and selection process. Our expert speakers will share their insights and experiences to help you attract top talent for your business.
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Amicus Leadership for High Performing Teams Workshop
Amicus Leadership for High Performing Teams Workshop
February 20th, Radisson Blu

This workshop is tailored for executives and team leaders seeking to unlock the full potential of their teams.

Jersey Chamber Members receive a discount of £35. Just type in COC35 at checkout on Eventbrite to receive the discount.

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Randalls
Randalls
Toast to Delicious Discoveries: CHAMBER15 Saves You 15% on All Wines!

The CHAMBER15 code is valid for all wine orders over £90 until March 1st, 2025.
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HR Now
HR Now
HR Now will happily provide a 10% discount to Chamber Members. Quote Chamber10% .
This applies to consultancy, fixed fees and training.
Charities will always enjoy a 20% discount.
Contact hello@hrnow.je for more details.
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Tern Events
Tern Events
Do you have an event to arrange? Well, contact Sandy at ternevents if you do!
Sandy is delighted to offer a 10% discount for all event planning services to Chamber Members.

For further information, email sandy@ternevents.com quoting TERNCHAMBER10%
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Cyber Tec Security
Cyber Tec Security
We would like to offer ALL Jersey Chamber Members a discount on a purchase for a Cyber Essentials Certification whether this is a new purchase or a renewal of an existing certificate to try and encourage the take up of the certification on the island as much as possible. We will always beat and ''Like for Like'' pricing.
Use the Code of Jerseychamber10 for a 10% discount
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Training and Skills
Your next career move begins here
Your next career move begins here
Highlands Professional delivers both face to face and online programmes to support career and professional development.
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Your Safety is our Business
Your Safety is our Business
4Group Limited offers a wide range of training courses across many industries.
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Digital Jersey

Channel Islands Training and Development 

Copcoy - Health & Safety
Latest training courses Click here: 

Law At Work Training
 
If you have any discount offers that you would like to offer to all Chamber Members, we would love to hear from you. Send your offers to admin@jerseychamber.com
 
THIS YEAR CHAMBER IS SUPPORTING KEZIA'S FUND
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As Chamber members are aware we currently supporting Kezia's Fund. 

Kezia's Fund was set up to support initiatives promoting good mental health amongst children and young people in Jersey. It provides grants and support to organisations that are working to address the issue of rising rates of poor mental health.

One of the primary fundraising events for this fund is Run for Kezia, an event which attracted 800 participants last year to run or walk over the choice of 3 distances (2k, 5k, 10k). The event is being held to coincide, again, with World Suicide Prevention Day on 15 September. 

We would like to encourage all members to consider signing up (it is not competitive, timed and it is not necessary to run) and to encourage their families, friends and colleagues to sign up too:

Thank you
 
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