What does the future hold for Jersey’s economy? In this episode, Chief Economic Advisor Tom Holvey discusses the challenges and opportunities ahead—from productivity and population growth to tackling the cost of living and investing in technology. He shares insights on the Future Economy Programme, the Government’s new Better Business Support Package, and the potential of offshore wind energy.
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Building Our Economy: Affordable Housing and Rental Sector Update
In this episode, we sit down with Natasha Day, Head of Strategic Housing and Regeneration for the Government of Jersey, to explore the challenges and initiatives shaping the Island’s housing market. Natasha shares insights into key government policies, including the First Step programme, social housing expansion, and the upcoming changes to the Residential Tenancy Law aimed at improving security for renters. She discusses the delicate balance between government intervention and market forces, the role of Andium Homes, and efforts to make housing more accessible and affordable for Islanders.
Have you ever wondered what all the civil servants at the Government of Jersey do?
If you've always wanted to know the answer to that question, then this podcast is for you.
This is Inside Gov, where we take you behind the scenes at Union Street to introduce you to some of the people who keep Jersey going.
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