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BBC News
20-07-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Cyclists prepare for hospice's Tour de Jersey race
Cyclists are preparing ahead of Jersey Hospice Care's Tour de Jersey, which kicks off on are a number of courses, all starting from Albert Pier, so cyclists can choose from taking part in the Mini Tour right up to the 100km Full to organisers, last year's event raised more than £17,000 for the charity, which supports essential care for hospice patients as well as supporting their Douglas, events manager, said: "This year, we've introduced a new route to make the Tour de Jersey even more accessible and family-friendly than ever." He added: "As well as the Mini Tour for those just starting out, the new 11km Bay Tour is designed for confident young riders or families wanting a scenic spin. "There is then the Railway Tour for those ready to go a bit further, and more experienced riders can opt for the 50km Half Tour or the 100km Full Tour."
BBC News
14-06-2025
- Business
- BBC News
Jersey Ports applies for permission to strengthen ramp
Ports of Jersey has applied for planning permission to strengthen a pedestrian ramp in Elizabeth Harbour in St applied for permission to replace the support - known as a bankseat - for one of the ramps allowing access to the Albert Pier pontoons.A spokesperson said: "The original bankseat was built to serve roll-on roll-off ferries, but its supporting piles are in poor condition."Ports said the work would begin next year and it expected to last six monthsPorts said it expected "minor disruption" when the work - expected to last six months - begins next year. Access to the end of the pier for local businesses, anglers and pedestrians will be maintained during the demolition phase, Ports said.
