1986 - 40 years ago - May - Part 2
May 12-18
PUBLIC Works forecast a summer of traffic chaos in St Helier, but they say that nothing can be done about the problems because they relate to changes proposed in the Island Plan, a document which still awaits publication.
The safety officer at the Resources Recovery Board says that the department's safety record is "appalling".
Mr Matt McNulty makes the claim after an electrician working at the RRB's Bellozanne plant receives a severe electric shock.
Jersey's Cost of Living Index, which is used as the basis for everything from wage negotiations to fixing rent increases, is criticised as "out of date and narrowly based" by a UK Department of Employment statistician.
The price of electricity falls by 71/2 per cent. Jersey Electricity Company managing director Mr Dick Wade says that a fall in the price of fuel oil is being passed on to the consumer and that demand has recently exceeded expected levels.
Le Squez School receives "top marks" from Her Majesty's Inspectors of Schools. Education Director Mr John Rodhouse says that the report on the St Clement primary school is the best he has ever seen.
The States are unanimous in their approval for an inquiry into fuel oil prices and supply. The proposition calling for the inquiry is brought to the House by Senator Jane Sandeman.
Jersey Coal Distributors Ltd. say that claims that they have dropped the price of fuel because of competition are "absolute rubbish". Meanwhile, newcomers Patch Distributors Ltd. say that they have taken about one sixth of Jersey Coal's business.
May 19-25
THE Broadcasting Committee of the States proposes that all States debates in the Autumn Session of the House should be broadcast live on radio.
Vice-Admiral Sir Robert Gerken, Flag Officer, Plymouth, visits the Island and says that he is in favour of a Jersey defence contribution in the shape of a River Class minesweeper, which, he adds would make an important addition to Nato capabilities.
A Traffic Order made by the Public Works Committee means that the public may park on unloading bays between 6 p.m. and 2 a.m.
The problem of deteriorating concrete which has been found at Green Street car park is also affecting two housing estates. It is further suggested that defective concrete at Le Marais and Elysee Estate is suffering from the "concrete disease" identified in the dam at Val de la Mare Reservoir.
Nearly 4,000 Islanders run the six-mile "Race Against Time" from West Park to St Aubin and back to raise money for Bob Geldof's Sport Aid for the starving in Africa.
St James's Church, which has been a place of worship for 150 years, is to close and it is announced that it may be turned into a community centre.
Finance and Economics president Senator Reg Jeune is to investigate suggestions that the States are slow to pay some of their bills. The move comes after concern is expressed at a Chamber of Commerce meeting.
May 26—June 1
The States are unanimous in their approval for an inquiry into fuel oil prices and supply. The proposition calling for the inquiry is brought to the House by Senator Jane Sandeman.
Jersey Coal Distributors Ltd. say that claims that they have dropped the price of fuel because of competition are "absolute rubbish". Meanwhile, newcomers Patch Distributors Ltd. say that they have taken about one sixth of Jersey Coal's business.
May 19-25
THE Broadcasting Committee of the States proposes that all States debates in the Autumn Session of the House should be broadcast live on radio.
Vice-Admiral Sir Robert Gerken, Flag Officer, Plymouth, visits the Island and says that he is in favour of a Jersey defence contribution in the shape of a River Class minesweeper, which, he adds would make an important addition to Nato capabilities.
A Traffic Order made by the Public Works Committee means that the public may park on unloading bays between 6 p.m. and 2 a.m.
The problem of deteriorating concrete which has been found at Green Street car park is also affecting two housing estates. It is further suggested that defective concrete at Le Marais and Elysee Estate is suffering from the "concrete disease" identified in the dam at Val de la Mare Reservoir.
Nearly 4,000 Islanders run the six-mile "Race Against Time" from West Park to St Aubin and back to raise money for Bob Geldof's Sport Aid for the starving in Africa.
St James's Church, which has been a place of worship for 150 years, is to close and it is announced that it may be turned into a community centre.
Finance and Economics president Senator Reg Jeune is to investigate suggestions that the States are slow to pay some of their bills. The move comes after concern is expressed at a Chamber of Commerce meeting.
May 26—June 1
A LIGHT aircraft with six people on board makes a forced landing on the beach at First Tower after developing engine trouble on a flight from Dinard.
Because the tide is out and the beach is almost deserted, the pilot, Mr Malcolm Fosse, is able to land safely in the Piper Cherokee Six.
The decision is taken to install an internal television system in St Ouen's Church. The system will enable members of the congregation who have to sit behind the church's large pillars to see what is going on.
Thirteen people are arrested when eight premises in the Island are raided by Drug Squad officers. A large haul of cannabis is recovered and police reveal that one of those arrested is a 14-year-old youth.
Concern mounts over the ability of Jersey's, roads to cope with the influx of heavier lorries which will occur when proposed developments to allow the Harbour to take larger vehicle ferries are complete.
Visitors are upset by Hitler T-shirts which are on sale in a local gift shop. Mr and Mrs Jo Parmentier from Holland say that the T-shirts, which feature details of Hitler's 1939-45 "European Tour", are offensive.
Three Troy Court residents escape serious injury when a blaze in a bedroom threatens to spread to the rest of their home. One of the residents, Mr James Gay, prevents the flames spreading by shutting a door on the fire.
Fog disrupts weekend flying in the Island and a large backlog of passengers builds up at the Airport.
Because the tide is out and the beach is almost deserted, the pilot, Mr Malcolm Fosse, is able to land safely in the Piper Cherokee Six.
The decision is taken to install an internal television system in St Ouen's Church. The system will enable members of the congregation who have to sit behind the church's large pillars to see what is going on.
Thirteen people are arrested when eight premises in the Island are raided by Drug Squad officers. A large haul of cannabis is recovered and police reveal that one of those arrested is a 14-year-old youth.
Concern mounts over the ability of Jersey's, roads to cope with the influx of heavier lorries which will occur when proposed developments to allow the Harbour to take larger vehicle ferries are complete.
Visitors are upset by Hitler T-shirts which are on sale in a local gift shop. Mr and Mrs Jo Parmentier from Holland say that the T-shirts, which feature details of Hitler's 1939-45 "European Tour", are offensive.
Three Troy Court residents escape serious injury when a blaze in a bedroom threatens to spread to the rest of their home. One of the residents, Mr James Gay, prevents the flames spreading by shutting a door on the fire.
Fog disrupts weekend flying in the Island and a large backlog of passengers builds up at the Airport.
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