This article explores the customary supervisory jurisdiction of the Royal Court over the parishes of Jersey and the officers of those parishes, in light of the recent case whereby the Royal Court directed the Connétable of St John to resign from office and issued...
Whatever Happened To Promulgation?
The formalities of promulgating legislation have gradually ceased to be part of Jersey’s legislative tapestry.
The Assembly Of Governor, Bailiff And Jurats: Rise And (Near) Demise
This Assembly, constituted by Letters Patent of Charles II, came to possess a mix of jurisdiction and functions relating to revenues from customs and excise, Victoria College and, to the present day, the grant of liquor licences.