Giving a voice to consumers in Jersey since 1995
We’re here to stand up for consumers.
We shine a light on issues, call out what’s not right, and give Islanders clear, up-to-date information so they can make smart choices.
2024 in numbers
Last year was one of our busiest yet:
- 14,000+ prices compared
- 560+ consumer issues investigated
- 110 media appearances
Latest News
Keep up to date with the latest from the Jersey Consumer Council
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UK National Insurance Contributions threshold change - Chairman's thoughtsHidden deep within last week’s UK Budget was a plan by the Chancellor to close a National Insurance loophole which allowed those who have previously lived in the UK to – relatively cheaply – qualify for a full UK state pension upon retirement
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Celebrate without overspending – it pays to shop aroundAre you starting to plan your Christmas dinner, or stock up on seasonal items like crackers, puddings and snacks?
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Be prepared – download our Christmas Budget PlannerHave you started planning what you need to buy and – most importantly – how much you can afford to spend this festive season?
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UK tightens pension rules for expats – What you need to knowThe UK government has announced significant changes to state pension rules for people living abroad, and these will come into effect from April 2026.
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The cost of Christmas: Why it's ok to say no to Christmas pressureEvery December, the same quiet but powerful force sweeps through the Island: the pressure to buy Christmas presents.
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Transparency of veterinary fees and applicability of UK CMA proposalsWe can reveal that veterinary practices across the Island have expressed strong support for greater transparency in pricing, following a letter we sent to all local vets last month (October) in the wake of the UK Competition and Markets Authority’s (CMA) provisional findings.
