The Chief Minister spoke out in support of the development of the drug cannabis industry - provided that it could be taxed and not damage the island’s reputation.

The Jersey Department of Economic Development plans to issue crop licenses in the hope of increasing export revenues by hundreds of millions and revitalizing the agricultural industry. Speaking yesterday at a six-month review by the Institute of Directors, Chief Minister John Le Fondre first announced support for the project, with two reservations: “My common the opinion is that provided that it does not damage the island’s reputation, and that in this case there can be significant economic and tax benefits. ”

In announcing his plans to develop the drug cannabis market, Economic Development Minister Lyndon Farnham said the island could become an attractive growing place due to its reputation for strict regulation and safety. He also noted that, in addition to stimulating agriculture, this step could create scientific jobs. research and intellectual property.

Jercy is an island in the English Channel (area - 116 km², population over 100,000), as part of Island Normandy. Crown ownership of the British Crown, however, is not part of the UK. Belongs to Island Normandy - a fragment of the Norman Duchy.