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Research and insight on social policy and social issues in Jersey
Policy Centre Jersey brings together independent research, data and analysis to support a deeper understanding of Jersey’s special characteristics including history, political system, economy and environment.
Jersey is, by any standard, a prosperous community, but that does not mean that there are not social problems. The high cost of housing on the Island and an education system that still relies extensively on testing have significant social implications.
Browse our latest research and insights on social mobility and low income in Jersey, and on specific social issues such as problem gambling and violence against women and girls.
Jersey is, by any standard, a prosperous community, but that does not mean that there are not social problems. The high cost of housing on the Island and an education system that still relies extensively on testing have significant social implications.
Browse our latest research and insights on social mobility and low income in Jersey, and on specific social issues such as problem gambling and violence against women and girls.
Financial inclusion
Financial inclusion concerns the ability of individuals, households and small businesses to access useful, affordable financial products and services...
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Family policy and economic sustainability in Jersey – Denise Heavey
Across Jersey, working families are facing sustained and interconnected pressures arising from high childcare costs, inflexible work structures,...
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Carer’s allowance and pensions – the overlapping rule – Jennifer Bridge
Jersey's Social Security rules prevent individuals from receiving both the Home Carer's Allowance and the state pension simultaneously. 206 people...
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Problem Gambling in Jersey
This paper brings together relevant information on problem gambling in Jersey. There is little data specific to Jersey, but relevant UK and Guernsey...
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Low income in Jersey
This discussion paper brings together available statistics and research in a form designed to facilitate an informed discussion about the nature of...
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