Jersey Consumer Council (Official)
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We’re ‘a voice for consumers' in Jersey. Email:
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Islanders who suspect they may have been mis-sold car finance are being encouraged to speak up, following a major UK scandal that could have implications for Jersey consumers. Read more:
www.consumercouncil.je/news/consume...
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Were you mis-sold car finance? Jersey consumers urged to come forward
Islanders who suspect they may have been mis-sold car finance are being encouraged to speak up, following a major UK scandal that could have implications for Jersey consumers.
https://www.consumercouncil.je/news/consumer/were-you-mis-sold-car-finance-jersey-consumers-urged-to-come-forward/
about 1 month ago
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Have you started to think about when you'll send your Christmas cards and parcels yet? If you're posting to Europe, or even further afield, then the 'last posting' date may be sooner than you think. Check out Jersey Post's Christmas guidance here:
www.consumercouncil.je/news/postage...
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Jersey Post announce Christmas last posting dates
Islanders are being encouraged to post early, as Jersey Post prepares for it’s busiest time of the year. From late November, as Islanders send Christmas cards and presents, Jersey Post will see a 30%...
https://www.consumercouncil.je/news/postage/jersey-post-announce-christmas-last-posting-dates/
about 1 month ago
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Have you bought items from online retailer Very recently? You may have been mistakenly charged UK VAT — despite the company’s checkout system appearing to calculate the correct Jersey price. Read more, and find out what you need to do, here:
www.consumercouncil.je/news/shoppin...
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Were you mistakenly charged UK VAT by Very.co.uk?
Shoppers in Jersey who recently bought items from online retailer Very could find they were mistakenly charged UK VAT — despite the company’s checkout system appearing to calculate the correct Jersey ...
https://www.consumercouncil.je/news/shopping/were-you-mistakenly-charged-uk-vat-by-very-co-uk/
about 1 month ago
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As the festive season approaches, so too does Black Friday — but are there any real deals to be had? If you're thinking about making any big purchases this year, make sure you check out our advice first:
www.consumercouncil.je/news/seasona...
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Black Friday: When a deal may not actually be a deal
As the festive season approaches, so too does Black Friday — a date that’s become synonymous with long wish lists, lightning deals, and the annual scramble to secure a bargain before Christmas. Origi...
https://www.consumercouncil.je/news/seasonal/black-friday-when-a-deal-may-not-actually-be-a-deal1/
about 1 month ago
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In recent years, Islanders’ homes have been damaged by Storm Ciarán, flooding, and other unexpected emergencies, with tens of thousands of pounds worth of items lost or damaged. Yet many homeowners still don’t have adequate contents insurance. Read our advice:
www.consumercouncil.je/news/finance...
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Is your home properly protected? Why contents insurance is worth every penny
Imagine walking into your home to find it flooded from a burst pipe, burgled during a weekend away, or damaged by a kitchen fire. It’s a stressful enough situation — but even more devastating when yo...
https://www.consumercouncil.je/news/finances/is-your-home-properly-protected-why-contents-insurance-is-worth-every-penny/
about 2 months ago
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Stocking up on treats for the weekend, buying tonight's dinner, or doing the weekly 'big shop'? Our volunteers have been out this week gathering the prices of over 100 grocery items, in the six local supermarket chains. It pays to shop around – visit:
prices.je/dl/d0a5f4
before your next shop.
about 2 months ago
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With the nights getting colder, it may be time to dig out your water bottle. But do you know how to tell when it's time to replace your bottle, so you don't risk being seriously scalded? Check out our handy tip:
www.consumercouncil.je/news/tips/do...
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Do you know when it's time to replace your hot water bottle?
With the nights getting colder, it may be time to dig out your water bottle.
https://www.consumercouncil.je/news/tips/do-you-know-when-its-time-to-replace-your-hot-water-bottle/
about 2 months ago
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The first Jersey Consumer Fair is taking place this Friday and Saturday (19 and 20 September) at the Town Hall, between 9.30am and 4pm. Find out about the stallholders you'll meet, and the schedule of free, short talks you can attend:
www.consumercouncil.je/news/council...
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What to expect and who you’ll meet at the Jersey Consumer Fair
The Jersey Consumer Council is proud to be celebrating 30 years of championing Islanders’ rights by hosting its first Consumer Fair on 19 and 20 September at St Helier Town Hall. With a wide range of...
https://www.consumercouncil.je/news/council/what-to-expect-and-who-youll-meet-at-the-jersey-consumer-fair/
3 months ago
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We've got some exciting news to announce. To mark our 30th anniversary, we're holding a free two-day consumer fair. Islanders will be able to get advice on everything ranging from the cost-of-living crisis to online safety, and money-saving tips. More info:
www.consumercouncil.je/news/consume...
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Jersey Consumer Council to hold a Consumer Fair to celebrate its 30th Anniversary
We'll be holding a free two-day consumer fair next month to help Islanders with everything ranging from the cost-of-living crisis to online safety, and to provide free advice and money-saving tips.
https://www.consumercouncil.je/news/consumer/jersey-consumer-council-to-run-consumer-fair-to-celebrate-its-30th-anniversary/
4 months ago
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Islanders won’t temporarily be able to send any parcels to America, due to an executive order from US President Donald Trump that will impose extra fees on parcels of all sizes. Read more:
www.consumercouncil.je/news/postage...
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Jersey Post temporarily suspend sending parcels to the US due to Trump customs fees
Islanders won’t temporarily be able to send any parcels to America, due to an executive order from US President Donald Trump that will impose extra fees on parcels of all sizes.
https://www.consumercouncil.je/news/postage/jersey-post-temporarily-suspend-sending-parcels-to-the-us-due-to-trump-customs-fees/
4 months ago
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Want to know how to give your mobile phone a longer life? Here are our top tips to get longevity out of your phone:
www.consumercouncil.je/news/top-tip...
5 months ago
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The sun'll come out tomorrow... And when it does you'll need to know which stores offer the best value for sun cream. Take a look at our sun cream cost comparison:
www.consumercouncil.je/news/compari...
5 months ago
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After more than two years of falling inflation, the latest figures from Statistics Jersey show that the annual rate of inflation has risen to 2.6% in the year to June. What does this mean for consumers in Jersey? Check out our advice:
www.consumercouncil.je/news/inflati...
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Inflation rises again: What it means for Jersey consumers
After more than two years of falling inflation, the latest figures from Statistics Jersey show that the annual rate of inflation has risen to 2.6% in the year to June, up from 2.3% in March...
https://www.consumercouncil.je/news/inflation-rises-again-what-it-means-for-jersey-consumers-
5 months ago
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Have you received a building or landscaping invoice that was significantly more than was initially quoted? Read about what we have discovered recently:
www.consumercouncil.je/news/builder...
6 months ago
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One of the best things to do on these hot summer days in Jersey is to head out and enjoy a '99' ice cream. But did you know that they can vary in price significantly, depending on where you buy it? Check out our survey of '99' ice cream prices:
www.consumercouncil.je/news/price-s...
6 months ago
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How confident do you feel managing risks around your personal information? Did you know that you have rights about the information held about you, and that organisations that use that information need to adhere to local law? Take the JOIC's survey:
www.consumercouncil.je/news/do-you-...
6 months ago
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Stocking up on groceries for the weekend? Visit
Prices.je
to ensure you're paying the best price for your favourite items. It pays to shop around, with
Prices.je
6 months ago
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Filling up your tank for the weekend? We've refreshed our Fuel page on
Prices.je
this week. Check out the latest unleaded and diesel prices at
Prices.je
7 months ago
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We've heard from Islanders who've had Blue Islands flights delayed or moved, with little or no help to recover any additional costs incurred. If you’ve been affected, please complete our survey:
www.consumercouncil.je/news/blue-is...
7 months ago
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Thinking about a summer holiday? Looking for a last-minute deal? Planning a city break? Here’s our top tips to avoid travel scams:
www.consumercouncil.je/news/beware-...
7 months ago
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The recent national cyber attacks on Marks and Spencer and the Coop have shown that our personal data is vulnerable, and we need to protect it. Check out these tips to protect your data from our friends at the
@jcsc.je
www.consumercouncil.je/news/now-is-...
7 months ago
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We've been made aware of a scam doing the round. If you see the post below, or one like it, on any of of your social media channels, please report it. These fraudulent ads claim to be from Jersey Post but they are not. Do not click on any links in these ads.
7 months ago
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Filling up with fuel? We've just updated
Prices.je
with the latest unleaded and diesel prices. Check them out here:
prices.je/dl/17171d
7 months ago
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Did you know that you will now have to pay a £5 packing surcharge to send any large parcels off the Island that aren’t packaged in a cardboard box? Click here to find out which parcels are affected:
www.consumercouncil.je/news/jersey-...
7 months ago
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You may have noticed that the shelves in the Coop are a bit empty at the moment. The Coop have told us that they are working around the clock to resolve the issue. You can read more about what's going on here:
www.consumercouncil.je/news/coop-wo...
7 months ago
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7 months ago
Finding the best value for you always - that's what we do on Mossy Mornings. So where do we find best value 99s in
#jerseyci
? Join in our challenge with
@consumercouncil.je
, share the price and location of a standard 99 & we'll tell you more on the show. It's tough research.
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We've heard from Islanders who've had Blue Islands flights delayed or moved, with little or no help to recover any additional costs incurred. If you’ve been affected, please complete our survey:
www.consumercouncil.je/news/blue-is...
7 months ago
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Calling all teenagers and young adults! We want to know what high street stores you'd love to see open a shop in Jersey. Comment below with your ideas. Check out the views of our Youth Reps here:
www.consumercouncil.je/news/a-fresh...
7 months ago
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If you’re sending parcels to the UK that are worth £39 or more, did you know that VAT needs to be paid on the goods inside. Find out more:
www.consumercouncil.je/news/did-you...
7 months ago
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The Coop wants to offer its Members lower “divvy” payments for a second year running. Despite the backlash last year, their board has recommended continuing with the halved dividend of 2% this year. What do you think about this move? Read more:
www.consumercouncil.je/news/lower-c...
7 months ago
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Jersey's latest quarterly Retail Prices Index (RPI) figure was published recently. Find out more about what the new figure means, and what's driving the changes:
www.consumercouncil.je/news/inflati...
8 months ago
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Have you noticed an improvement in the speed of mail getting from Jersey to the UK? Check out the results of our recent postal speed test, compared to our previous test in 2023:
www.consumercouncil.je/news/check-o...
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8 months ago
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Easter greetings from the Jersey Consumer Council team. 🐣
8 months ago
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Do you enjoy a Cadbury Creme Egg? Check out the latest prices in
#JerseyCI
- Visit
Prices.je
8 months ago
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Do you still have any Easter eggs to buy for family or friends? Make sure you visit
Prices.je
to see the latest prices.
8 months ago
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Who loves Cadbury Mini Eggs? Visit
Prices.je
to find out where you can buy the cheapest bag in Jersey.
8 months ago
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If you haven't bought your Easter treats and gifts for this weekend yet, make sure you check out our seasonal price comparison. Our volunteers have been out gathering the prices of various Easter items for
Prices.je
. Find out more:
www.consumercouncil.je/news/check-o...
#JerseyCI
#Easter
8 months ago
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Traditional? Lemon? Chocolate? Cheese? There seem to be more varieties of hot cross bun available to buy this Easter than ever before. But we want to know – how do you like yours? For a bit of Easter fun, let us know which is your favourite kind of hot cross bun.
8 months ago
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Jersey Post have announced they will be charging customers a £5 ‘packing surcharge’ for all large parcels not packaged in a cardboard box. Read more:
www.consumercouncil.je/news/jersey-...
8 months ago
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Have you noticed an increase in the amount of packaging on Easter eggs? Will you be buying many for family or friends this year? Check out our Easter advice:
www.consumercouncil.je/news/the-cos...
9 months ago
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What matters most to you about Jersey's postal service? Are you happy with the service that you receive? Jersey Post have published the results of their latest Customer Survey. See what Islanders had to say:
www.consumercouncil.je/news/jersey-...
9 months ago
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JT will begin their work to switch off their 3G service soon. Read more about what this could mean for you:
www.consumercouncil.je/news/3g-netw...
9 months ago
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Are you a Sky TV customer? If so there's bad news – a price rise is on the way from April. Find out more here:
www.consumercouncil.je/news/sky-tv-...
9 months ago
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If you previously lived and worked in the UK and intend to buy-back up to 19 missing years of National Insurance contributions, you’ll need to send your form off in the next week or so. Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make your claim:
www.consumercouncil.je/news/step-by...
9 months ago
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We've compiled important information on what to do if you're caught up in the current Heathrow Airport disruption. The airport's facing one of the biggest operational challenges in its history following a fire at an electrical substation. Read our advice:
www.consumercouncil.je/news/heathro...
9 months ago
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Filling up your car with fuel this weekend? Make sure you visit
Prices.je
for the latest unleaded and diesel prices. It pays to shop around by using our price comparison site.
9 months ago
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Our Easter section is now live on
Prices.je
! In addition to price comparisons for 100 everyday grocery items, fuel, and heating oil, we now have a seasonal section featuring a variety of Easter products. Make sure you shop around for the best prices in
#JerseyCI
this Easter with
Prices.je
9 months ago
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There's bad news if you're a Netflix customer – the prices of all plans are going up. Do you subscribe to the streaming platform? And will the latest price rise make you consider cancelling or downgrading your subscription? Find out the new prices here:
www.consumercouncil.je/news/netflix...
10 months ago
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Love is in the air - but if you're looking for it online, just make sure it's genuine. Be aware that, when it comes to online romance, not everyone's as nice as they may appear. Check out our advice when looking for love and remain vigilant of romance scams.
www.consumercouncil.je/news/valenti...
10 months ago
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With the colder weather we've been experiencing, you may be planning to order a delivery of heating oil soon. Did you know that we compare the prices of the four local providers at
prices.je
? We've updated them today. You can compare heating oil prices here:
prices.je/dl/d8fc49
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