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Dying man calls for cancer support for others

A man who has weeks to live is calling on Jersey's government to "take responsibility" and adopt a compensation scheme for victims of mesothelioma.

The cancer is caused by exposure to asbestos, which Brian Coutanche came into contact with during his career in construction.

The UK and French government offer compensation for the families of those with mesothelioma, which the NHS says kills about 2,500 people in the UK each year.

27 June 2018

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Young Scouts and military personnel were drenched as they marched in front of the royal couple who were also enduring the unpleasant weather.

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Jersey swimmer lucky to be alive say rescuers

The swimmer was unable to return to shore as waves lashed a sea wall in treacherous conditions.

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Surf therapy brings out children's 'inner dolphin'

A surf therapy charity is bringing out the "inner dolphin" in Jersey's young people.

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A Royal Ballet star connects with Jersey's national company over their rehearsals in a potato shed.

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BBC Young Reporter Competition regional winners Ruby and Tillie say young people in Jersey are pushed towards a life in finance.

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Police crime department to investigate Jersey explosion

The investigation into the explosion which killed seven people, will be led by Jersey Police CID.

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Fatal explosion in Jersey block of flats

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Police: Jersey explosion 'a devastating scene'

Chief of Police Robin Smith describes the damage following a fatal blast at a block of flats in Jersey.

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