20 years ago, the Royal Court stated unequivocally that the principle of open justice was part of the law of Jersey. It acknowledged, however, that there were exceptions to this principle and that the overriding imperative was to do justice to the parties in the case...
The Law On Trade Unions, Industrial Disputes And Collective Bargaining In The Channel Islands
This article seeks to outline the development of the law on trade unions, industrial disputes, and collective bargaining in the Channel Islands from 1771 until the present day. Previous contributors to the this Review such as Cavey, Ferbrache, Malorey and Roland and...
The Royal Court And Covid: Reflections
This Article examines the experience of the Royal Court during the Covid-19 pandemic, the steps taken to ensure that the administration of justice was not significantly affected, and the changes in practice which have resulted.
Aquitting The “Guilty”? Quashing A Conviction After A Guilty Plea
In Bouchard v Att Gen, the Royal Court considered an appeal against conviction where the defendant had entered an unequivocal plea of guilty. Two questions arose—could the court entertain such an appeal? If so, what was the appropriate test?
Changes In Jersey Ecclesiastical Law
The customary law of Jersey governed matters in the sacramental life of the twelve parishes of Jersey in line with the universal Canon law. The development of a distinct body of ecclesiastical law for Jersey began with the Island’s attachment to the episcopal See of...
Data Stewardship: An Introduction To A New Digital Market
It is trite to observe that the volume of data that is generated and stored globally is increasing at an exponential rate. The value of this data, to individuals in the conduct of their everyday lives and to the businesses that collect and utilise it as an asset, is...