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Wednesday April 7, 2021, 1:35 PM
Above inflation rent rises could be banned and rents for social housing could also be cut to 80% of the market rate, in a new move from Jersey politicians. Credit: PA Images
Above inflation rent rises could be banned and rents for social housing could also be cut to 80% of the market rate, in a new move from Jersey politicians.
Former Housing Minister and Reform Jersey leader, Senator Sam Mezec has asked the States to declare a housing affordability crisis and bring in measures to address the cost of rented properties.
He put forward the following proposals, saying house prices are out of control and the system favours investors over individuals:
Monday January 11, 2021, 5:30 PM
Senator Tracey Vallois has quit saying she “does not accept” the expertise of the government’s STAC committee which determined schools are safe for teachers and pupils, and “the domino effect” the plans have on the ability to deliver a good education. Credit: ITV Channel TV
Jersey’s Education Minister has resigned her post accusing the Chief Minister of “dismissing” her “fight to be listened” to and ignoring her objection to schools reopening.
Senator Tracey Vallois has quit saying she “does not accept” the expertise of the government’s STAC committee which determined schools are safe for teachers and pupils, and “the domino effect” the plans have on the ability to deliver a good education.