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Proposal for chief minister to be elected by voters

Jersey does not currently directly elect its chief minister.

Deputy Tom Binet is wearing a white cardigan with a blue t-shirt underneath

Health minister defends work outside his portfolio

Binet says health service will not suffer as a result of him leading new infrastructure strategy.

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Plan to reopen La Pulente toilets 'by summer'

Constable Andy Jehan says the owners are not fulfilling their obligation to give the public access.

Deputy Tom Binet is wearing a black jumper and is looking into the camera. He is frowning. The background behind him is out-of-focus - it is a park with trees, a green lawn and a statue.

Health minister rejects hospital review findings

The minister says he rejected the majority of the review's recommendations as "unnecessary".

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Lack of women's policy to be quizzed by deputies

Woman and girls are being invited to share their experiences of healthcare in Jersey.

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'Confusing' roadwork signs could be replaced

Upgraded guidance is promised to help people navigate roadworks in St John's Village.

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Jersey voters could be automatically registered

At the moment people have to fill in a paper form and send it to their parish.

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Deputies vote against 5% increase to stamp duty

Housing Minister Deputy Sam Mezec tells deputies the previous rise has had a "positive impact".

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Change to election eligibility criteria voted down

Deputies vote against a proposition that would have allowed non-citizens to stand for election.