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BBC News
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Jersey musicians call for more grassroots music venues
Local musicians have called for more music venues in Jersey, including small capacity grassroots plea follows the results of the Fort Regent redevelopment survey which found a 2,500 capacity concert hall was the most popular proposed multi-purpose hall proposal received an average rating of 8.7 out of ten for satisfaction from the poll's 6,000 of Jersey band The Riffs said the island needed more permanent music venues. Local cover band The Riffs, made up of Steve Doyle and Barry James, said a dedicated music venue was needed in James said the Fort Regent concert hall was "absolutely what this place needs" but only if local bands could play there as support acts to UK musicians. The local musicians said they also wanted to see more grassroots venues in Jersey, dedicated to original music performances. Mr Doyle said a permanent grassroots venue would give viewers the choice to watch bands perform new music. 'People love music' Mr James said without a permanent grassroots venue, there would not be any local acts to perform on a large stage at Fort said: "If there is a number of grassroots venues, then people start there, then they start to build a following."So without these small venues, there are no middle venues and then there's no one in Fort Regent supporting whoever."Without the middle venues and without the grassroots venues where do the bands play?" Meanwhile, Mr James said the government's decision to reintroduce drinks promotions had removed a "massive stumbling block" for independent venues considering hosting live Doyle said he hoped the change would revive the "dwindling" numbers of people in Jersey's pubs and said lower alcohol costs would get more people watching and interested in live James said: "If [interest] is there, hopefully venues follow. People love music. Everybody likes music and the ability to go out and see live music is a joy in someone's life."Yes, there are places that do [live music] but we need more." Shay Barker, frontman of UK-based band Hot Juice, moved from Jersey to Brighton to develop his music said the cost of travelling to gigs on the mainland was too expensive and he had out-grown the limited number of venues to play in the agreed that a Fort Regent music venue would benefit Barker said: "I think it's brilliant, it will bring people over to Jersey and then there's the opportunity to open for bigger artists."But I think they need more grassroots - almost 50, 75, 100 to 150 [capacity venues]."He said venues of that size were a more "realistic" step up for bands who had played at local pubs. Mr Barker said: "Whether I would have moved eventually or not, I definitely would've been [in Jersey] a lot longer if I'd been able to get to the next place."I do think Jersey's got a really good music scene - it's just a shame there's a lack of venues."
BBC News
7 days ago
- Sport
- BBC News
Work continues on new Oakfields community sports centre
Work continues on a new community sports centre in Jersey as the government described it as a "new philosophy" for sport in the island. The £8m Oakfield community sports centre in St Saviour will become part of a network of sports facilities across Jersey, the government has said. It added the new multi-use sports hall and gymnastics centre next to the existing football pitch and hall was part of the "community-focused and future-ready" centre is due to open in October and comes after the government decided Fort Regent in St Helier had "reached the end of its usable life". In a blog updating residents, the Government of Jersey said there had been challenges along the included site visits, transitional funding and "tailored relocation" for some activities, including Empire skating rollerskating club from Fort Regent to Haute Vallé will use the Oakfield facilities during the day and clubs and the community will use it during evenings and weekends.A spokesperson for the government said: "Oakfield represents not just a new building, but a new philosophy for sport in Jersey: inclusive, community-focused and future-ready."
BBC News
14-06-2025
- General
- BBC News
Cockapoo dog rescued in Jersey cliff fall incident
A dog had a lucky escape after falling down a cliff in Jersey, firefighters have Fire and Rescue Service said crews were called at about 18:00 BST on Friday to reports a cockapoo called Luna had fallen over a wall and dropped about 25m to 30m (82ft to 98ft) down a steep cliff face at Fort Regent.A Facebook post said crews used rope rescue equipment to lower a firefighter over the edge to rescue said Luna was shaken and stressed but uninjured and was assessed at the scene by JSPCA officers and the States Vet before being taken to a vets for further treatment. The fire service said Luna's owner did the right thing by calling 999 and not jumping over to try and rescue her, which would have put her own life at risk.A spokesperson added: "We are pleased to confirm that Luna has sustained no broken bones and remains under observation, in safe hands."
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Survey finds Fort Regent plans backed by public
Plans to regenerate Fort Regent have been backed by 89% of people who responded to an independent survey on the site. Conducted by research company 4insight, the survey captured feedback from more than 6,000 islanders and visitors, including students from all secondary schools, organisers said. The research explored community perceptions of the proposals to regenerate Fort Regent into a site for leisure, socialising and entertainment. Minister for Infrastructure Constable Andy Jehan said the response to the survey was "remarkable" and showed people were ready "for this transformation". The £110m government proposal includes a 2,500-seat theatre, a 12-lane bowling alley and a six-screen cinema, which would be relocated from the waterfront. There would also be a play area, virtual golf, e-gaming zones and a facility for climbing and bouldering, as well as places to eat and drink. The survey found 89% of people aged 16 and over were satisfied with the proposed new activities at the site. While that figure rose to 94% for people aged between 11 and 16 years old. The survey asked responders to rate some of the planned features out of 10, with the concert hall having the highest rank of 8.7. Improving accessibility was highlighted as a key priority, with 98% of respondents agreeing that better links from town to Fort Regent were important. Some 91% of respondents backed the plans for the site to include a cable car link. "With nearly 90% satisfaction across the board, and even higher among our young people, it shows there is a strong desire for a new era at the Fort," said Jehan. "This vision has been shaped by the community, and it's encouraging to see such widespread support." He added: "We now have a mandate to move forward confidently, creating a vibrant, inclusive and accessible destination that meets the needs of future generations while respecting the fort's historic significance." Concerns were raised about the future of sports clubs currently based at the site at a public meeting hosted by site developers the Jersey Development Company in April. Jehan said he had taken the various concerns raised on board and would be looking for solutions. More news stories for Jersey Listen to the latest news for Jersey Follow BBC Jersey on X and Facebook. Send your story ideas to Concerns raised over Fort Regent development plans New £110m redevelopment plans for Fort Regent Fort Regent plans backed by entertainment boss Jersey Development Company States of Jersey
BBC News
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Survey finds Fort Regent plans backed by 89% of people
Plans to regenerate Fort Regent have been backed by 89% of people who responded to an independent survey on the by research company 4insight, the survey captured feedback from more than 6,000 islanders and visitors, including students from all secondary schools, organisers said. The research explored community perceptions of the proposals to regenerate Fort Regent into a site for leisure, socialising and for Infrastructure Constable Andy Jehan said the response to the survey was "remarkable" and showed people were ready "for this transformation". The £110m government proposal includes a 2,500-seat theatre, a 12-lane bowling alley and a six-screen cinema, which would be relocated from the would also be a play area, virtual golf, e-gaming zones and a facility for climbing and bouldering, as well as places to eat and survey found 89% of people aged 16 and over were satisfied with the proposed new activities at the that figure rose to 94% for people aged between 11 and 16 years survey asked responders to rate some of the planned features out of 10, with the concert hall having the highest rank of 8.7. 'A new era' Improving accessibility was highlighted as a key priority, with 98% of respondents agreeing that better links from town to Fort Regent were important. Some 91% of respondents backed the plans for the site to include a cable car link."With nearly 90% satisfaction across the board, and even higher among our young people, it shows there is a strong desire for a new era at the Fort," said Jehan."This vision has been shaped by the community, and it's encouraging to see such widespread support."He added: "We now have a mandate to move forward confidently, creating a vibrant, inclusive and accessible destination that meets the needs of future generations while respecting the fort's historic significance." Concerns were raised about the future of sports clubs currently based at the site at a public meeting hosted by site developers the Jersey Development Company in April. Jehan said he had taken the various concerns raised on board and would be looking for solutions.
