Being German, I can't understand what is so wrong about being British... just be happy about whatever you are as you don't have to carry such a dark history around with you like we Germans do.... no, I am not begging for compassion or something like that - I never would dare. Let's keep the status quo. Apartment. Let's return to where we always should have been! The website says Jersey is not a part of Europe. Jersey is about 10 miles (16 km) across and 5 miles (8 km) from north to south. We're British. Grannie PAs far as I know the Channel Islands are a crown possession, therefore I see us as an indepent islands people. Parish of St Helier. Let us help with more suggestions to help you plan your trip. The Georgian house reconstruction at New Street gives you a glimpse into what life was like centuries ago, and for a taste of island history, stroll around the 19th century Victorian fruit and vegetable market where you can buy just-grown produce and meet the locals, all at the same time. This assertion is correct in respect to Islanders of French, especially Normand and Breton extract, but what about everybody else? BrandsPeople born in Jersey have British nationality given that Jersey is a UK dependency and a crown protectorate. These defnitions of teritories could be defined differently, when applied to regions around the world. The term Great Britain is the collective name for England Scotland and Wales. Forming the backbone of the capital, pedestrianised King Street is a busy public thoroughfare as well as the island’s shopping mecca. Why should that be bad? I believe it is what it says on the tin .. a British crown dependancy. Do you think Jersey should be classed as a nation – should the island have its own national anthem separate to God Save the Queen? An Australian friend of mine asked about the size of our island, and it's population. Get Prices. I know we are not part of the United Kingdom or Great Britain but our allegiance is to the Crown and I think the vast majority of us would want things to stay that way. Brian - Having been brought up in Hong Kong and now living in Jersey I find your comments a bit ridiculous. @Andre Ruellan David Tomlinson and others. I'll tell you what Jersey is. BobWe are a flaming ISLAND end of! Get Saint Helier's weather and area codes, time zone and DST. The name of the time zone is Europe/Jersey. Nestled in the English Channel, St. Helier is the largest city on Jersey Island. This can't be bcos, like Cyprus and the Faroes, we're a European island. Jersey is included in many of the important international conventions to which the UK is a party, including human rights legislation and international sanctions. This page shows the location of St Helier JE2 3ND, Jersey on a detailed road map. Suffice to say that that they had better not build that bridge to France currently being discussed. BrianJersey should be independent from the UK but remain loyal to the Crown, ie., we should be completely self governing, and set our own tax laws in accordance with those of the EEC. The County of St Helier is Jersey Channel Islands. That's why we're British, it in a nutshell, we're a bit of an anacronism really! Discover the beauty hidden in the maps. You have the choice, if you don't like it here why are you living here if everythings crap? I am just having a look from the outside: you seem to be pretty British and having a look on the globe you belong to Europe. What do you think about this, I again wonder. Take a look at yourself and make a change........People all around the world complain about the government but don't even try to change things because the World is selfish. It has a land surface area of 3.6 square miles (9.3 km2) and has a very small coastline at Le Dicq.. You have the choice, if you don't like it here why are you living here if everythings crap? Being German, I can't understand what is so wrong about being British... just be happy about whatever you are as you don't have to carry such a dark history around with you like we Germans do.... no, I am not begging for compassion or something like that - I never would dare. CarlJersey is the last remnant of the Duchy of Normandy to be held by the British Monarch who holds the title Duke of Normandy as far as we're concerned. To ensure the post isn't lost, I use the term 'British Islands' in the address. Governments can change in a democracy, can't they? This can't be bcos, like Cyprus and the Faroes, we're a European island. Does it matter whether we’re a nation or not as long as we’re self governing? I am a Jersey born woman living in England and I believe the island should be self governing.Go for it. Its time that the EU and Great Britain/UK put a stop to both the channel islands and the Isle of man self governing fiasco, I mean what does a states of Jersey representative achieve that an MP cant sitting in the the oldest paliament in the world. ", if jersey wants independence take all people not born in jersey out cut the ties with westminster and see what happens all your wealth is provided from abroad why bite the hand that feeds you. We love our history. townhall@posh.gov.je 01534 811 811 Your history is intertwined with Britain and France and they are part of the EU, you rely on the UK for defence and foreign policy, you have the same structure to public services, NHS etc so as citizems/subjects of the british isles you should be pushing yourselves to be part of a modern UK/Europe not sitting in the past. 6 km. Jersey is not a country but it is a dictatorship run for the rich by the rich.It is in realily a toilet unless one is a millionaire. Essentialy, Jersey has been a nation, a country, and a sovereign realm since the the Duke of Normandy invaded England nearly 1,000 years ago. However some of my dearest friends are still there so I won't insult them too much. Anyone with a Jersey BRITISH passport should know that. Saint Helier, chief town, resort, parish, and the capital of Jersey, in the Channel Islands. Its time that the EU and Great Britain/UK put a stop to both the channel islands and the Isle of man self governing fiasco, I mean what does a states of Jersey representative achieve that an MP cant sitting in the the oldest paliament in the world. Likewise, Japan is an Asian island and the Cape Verde islands are African. All of the aforementioned subjects have incidentally been transferred to the rule of the EU, from the UK government over the past 25 years. Before 1997 Hong Kong was the jewel of the UKs territories and dependencies - it was not Jersey. And Jersey is a British crown dependency not a UK one! Choose from several map styles. We are a flaming ISLAND end of! Hotel. Mark Brian - Having been brought up in Hong Kong and now living in Jersey I find your comments a bit ridiculous. When the British talk of Jersey being a tax haven, it wrongly implies that Jersey is a part of England, and should answer to the English government. Jamesdoes anyone know the official website of Jersey????? Conveniently located only a 15 minute walk away from the town centre, this could prove perfect for those looking for a St. Helier Hotel, for their island break. Book your tickets online for the top things to do in St. Helier, Jersey on Tripadvisor: See 82,185 traveler reviews and photos of St. Helier tourist attractions. He was quite proud of that fact and would politely reminded those that error in calling him an Englishman or British. Given all that, I visit Jeresy each year to be near my roots, I think of myself as British/American, in truth however, Jerseyman/American. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions. St Saviour (French: Saint-SauveurJèrriais: St Saûveux) is a parish of Jersey in the Channel Islands.It is located directly east of St Helier.It has a population of 13,580. Likewise, Japan is an Asian island and the Cape Verde islands are African. And Jersey is a British crown dependency not a UK one! Less than 2 miles from St Helier, Westhill has free Wi-Fi, 2 heated pools and free parking on site. I think we're better off staying that way, too. I would prefer Jersey to part of England and have no special statuts. If we were full members of the EEC then perhaps we would not have to rely so heavily on our finance industry for our prosperity. By building upwards Hong Kong saved its natural charms. Mary TodJersey is a place for wealthy Brits to avoid the tax man. The United Kingdom means 'Great Britain and Northern Ireland'. Get free map for your website. I did suggest that they say 'country' but, upon reflection, now feel they should say British Isles. Without wanting to confuse matters, there are many other islands on this area of the map - so why don't they have similarly complex arrangements with their neighbours? We know many things about the relationships that are between these large and small lumps of rock that sit within this area of the map. 8.6. Therefore, Jersey is not a nation- state.I am convinced that many Islanders would agree with me that they enjoy possessing British citizenship without being English and without the UK government running local affairs. Whether you’re looking for a special gift or secretly planning to treat yourself, the island’s capital is home to a range of shopping neighbourhoods where you’ll find high street names, luxury boutiques and local shops and everything in between. Try the Radisson Blu Hotel’s bar for afternoon tea with yacht views, or Grand Jersey’s champagne bar for views over the castle. Given all that, I visit Jeresy each year to be near my roots, I think of myself as British/American, in truth however, Jerseyman/American. All of Frances overseas areas are integral parts of their 5th Republic, why doesn't Britain do the same? I rent a flat here go to work like any other person, have friends and could live anywhere but I'm in Jersey at the moment and what is wrong with that. Sazzel And Eazzel and Mazzel and ZazzelWE LOVE JERSEY (L) it is the home to our fabulous cows and lilies :) we should be proud to live in a fabbo country ....Love u 4eva jsy who cares if its a country we love you /.. numba one fanzzzz :D yay us :D. ElleThe geographical and political aspects are separate. Yep,Bill, geologists call Jersey "the granite oblong. harbouring tax evaders wont last forever. well how come germans speak german and not english or russian, seeing as we won it. Saturday will start dull and wet, but becoming dry with bright spells in the afternoon. I wish we were more independant, I wish that our politicians had the balls to stand up to the UK.We are a small island and are in danger of loosing our identity as we accept crazy EU directives to keep the UK politicians off our back - sonin answer to your question - No, we are not worthy of being called a country - unfortunately. 5 km. Take out the Isle of Man, take out the Channel Islands (and a small isle of the coast of Ireland) and you are left with many, many landlocked communities which all belong to the Great British countries. Stroll from the centre to the edge of St. Aubin’s Bay and find a spot overlooking the marina. FlashYep,Bill, geologists call Jersey "the granite oblong. Jèrriais nonetheless survives; around 2,600 islanders (three percent) are reckoned to be habitual speakers, and some 10,000 (12 percent) in all claim some knowledge of the language, particularly amongst the elderly in rural paris… jersey is the most beutiful island in the british isles and givern half a chance i would move there tomorrow but there are more important things in life to bother about than who belongs where after all you have been british for centuries. Jersey isn’t part of the UK, Great Britain or Europe – but is it a country in its own right? Street Food Thursdays is when you’ll find local street food traders in town - it’s the place to come for banter and homemade snacks. A get-away with historical sights, parks, and museums, this city will give you all you need by the seaside. Restaurants near Westhill Country Hotel, St. Helier on Tripadvisor: Find traveler reviews and candid photos of dining near Westhill Country Hotel in St. Helier, United Kingdom. Why are people writing comments here if they don't even live on the Island??????? Jersey, British crown dependency and island, the largest and southernmost of the Channel Islands, lying south of England ’s coast and 12 miles (19 km) west of the Cotentin peninsula of France. Pretty well each weekday morning, at 25 minutes past the hour and 5 minutes to the hour, there is a link on BBC Breakfast TV passing the viewer from 'Breakfast' (as they call it: horrible name to my mind) to the region where the viewer is based and reference always seems to be made to viewers being elsewhere in the UK.I seem to recall watching 'Breakfast' whilst on holiday in the Channel Islands and have wondered to the programme if their intention is to include the Channel Islands in their link and, if so, why do they refer to the UK when the CI are not part of the UK. I remember a speech by our good Bailiff, who pointed out that Islanders owe allegiance to the Queen - the Duke of Normandy - rather to Britain or the British. Why are you even reading if you left 55 years ago etc. During the 20th century, British cultural influence saw an intense language shift take place and Jersey today is predominantly English-speaking. rickIf it's fine as it is now just let it do what the people want trial and improvement is the key to success, Edgar JohnYes Jersey is a country because it does have its own borders without having contact to UK. As far to the left as Ireland, As high as Norway, as far right as the middle of the North Sea, skirting round and down to St Malo at the bottom. When I told him that it was approximately 9 by 5 miles in area with a population of some 90,000 people, he said " blimey they must all be clinging to the rock "!! Ade points out that "our roots are in France." Perhaps to save itself, Jersey needs to copy a city that is the envy of the world in finance, transport and in many other areas and is a 'nation' that I for one am very proud of! Outlook for Saturday to Monday. I am Jersey born and proud of it {I am not proud of our goverment} I am also british through and through and totaly opposed to any type of Independance!With out Great Brittan we would not have the luxury of this disscusion we would be a German Colony I doubt many of of us would be alive if the terrible regime of Nazi Germany had won the war. Jersey is NOT part of Great Britain. At the moment our finance industry is becoming a 'bit of a burden' on the island's infrastructure with increasing demand placed on our recources by allowing the population to increase year by year to fuel the expansion and growth of the finance industry. It is NOT part of the United Kingdom. I think it would be a wise idea for the UK to consolidate all its overseas territories (and crown dependancies) into a 5th home nation of the UK. bobno its not a country, its a joke( a 45 square mile joke shop) full of greedy , tricky little people who wear smug grins and show off! However some of my dearest friends are still there so I won't insult them too much. Geographically Jersey is part of the British Isles but not politically. Very interesting to read your comparisons with Hong Kong Mark - thanks. Now I'm fairly certain we live on a deranged leper colony. If only the 4,000 year history of Jersey was understood by the people residing in it. I would prefer Jersey to be part of the uk because then maybe there would be more human wrights, equality and not so many things that happen in jersey would be covered up. It will let all the inmates escape. Jersey is a unique, self governing nation.Every country around the world taxes it's people, including Jersey. AlexandraI just found this page by accident and I am reading all your comments with great interest. The BBC reserves the right to edit comments submitted. Less than 2 miles from St Helier, Westhill has free Wi-Fi, 2 heated pools and free parking on site.The hotel runs a regular free bus service for guests, with buses travelling to St Helier town centre.. Which side will you see? 7.6 Very good 106 reviews. We have reviews of the best places to see in St Helier. ", robif jersey wants independence take all people not born in jersey out cut the ties with westminster and see what happens all your wealth is provided from abroad why bite the hand that feeds you. In many ways Hong Kong's relationship to China is very similar to Jersey's to the UK. Essentialy, Jersey has been a nation, a country, and a sovereign realm since the the Duke of Normandy invaded England nearly 1,000 years ago. The pressure on politicians of Jersey and Guernsey to impose greater banking, investment agricultural employment and environmental laws and regulations stems from the all embracing EU. WE LOVE JERSEY (L) it is the home to our fabulous cows and lilies :) we should be proud to live in a fabbo country ....Love u 4eva jsy who cares if its a country we love you /.. numba one fanzzzz :D yay us :D. The geographical and political aspects are separate. So where does Jersey sit in relation to its neighbours and I'm not talking about the length of the ferry journey to Poole! Jersey is a place for wealthy Brits to avoid the tax man. St Helier Tourism: Tripadvisor has 82,185 reviews of St Helier Hotels, Attractions, and Restaurants making it your best St Helier resource. JonI think we are perfectly alright as we are although it would great if we could compete in more international sporting events as a seperate nation. View on Map (01534) 768105 Read more. It should be in the UK like the other islands around the coast of Great Britain. We hate our government as they are, imagine if they didn't have the UK looking over their shoulder making sure they're behaving, it would be even worse! Try our World Meeting Planner and get a color-coded chart comparing the time of day in Saint Helier, Jersey with all of the other international locations where others will be participating. Should the island be self governing or would you prefer Jersey to be part of England? To the people writing stupid comments here! I am proud to have the British crest on my passport but think we should remain a part of the Crowns overseas dependancies but IOM, Jersey & Guernsey should be able to compete in international football like the Cayman Islands, Bermuda, Anguilla etc do...are you listening Platini??? Your history is intertwined with Britain and France and they are part of the EU, you rely on the UK for defence and foreign policy, you have the same structure to public services, NHS etc so as citizems/subjects of the british isles you should be pushing yourselves to be part of a modern UK/Europe not sitting in the past. Having said all that I would say that, by definition, Jersey is a very small country in it's own right. ChristopherI would prefer Jersey to part of England and have no special statuts. Agree with Jon, we need a close allegiance with the UK but we should be able to compete in international sports events like cricket and football. 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