Seasonal
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Comparing the cost of sun cream in Jersey
As summer temperatures rise, so does demand for sun cream — but how much should you be paying to protect your skin?
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Beat the heat: Top tips for staying cool on a hot day
Recently we’ve been asked by consumers for our tips on staying cool in hot weather. The UK summers are getting hotter, so what are our options?
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Price survey: “99” ice creams
Islanders may want to check their loose change before heading to the beach for a summer treat, as the price of a traditional “99” ice creams varies by as much as £1.50 depending on where they’re bought.
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The cost of Easter eggs - less for more
As Easter approaches, shoppers will be heading out to buy Easter eggs for family and friends. But recent media reports have raised concerns about a growing trend that could leave consumers feeling disappointed once they unwrap their chocolate treats.
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Shop around for the best Easter prices
When you next visit prices.je, you’ll notice that we’ve added a new Easter section.
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Compare prices this Pancake Day!
Tuesday, 4 March is Pancake Day, or Shrove Tuesday.
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Watch out for Valentine's Day romance scams
If you’re looking for love this Valentine’s Day, then online may seem like the easiest place to find it – but please remember to remain vigilant when online dating.
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The big Christmas question - are chocolate sharing tubs getting smaller?
At this time of year, chocolate sharing tubs are a firm fixture on living room coffee tables and in office kitchens around the Island.
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How to organise your fridge this Christmas
As Christmas approaches, it’s important to ensure that your festive food stays fresh, safe to eat and lasts as long as possible to save on waste.
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Returning unwanted gifts after Christmas
If you've received any Christmas gifts you don't want or, even worse, that don't work, then it's important you know your rights.
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Compare the prices of Christmas essentials
With less than three weeks to go until 25 December, you may be starting to plan your Christmas dinner, or stocking up on seasonal items like crackers, puddings and snacks.
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Be prepared – download our Christmas Budget Planner
Have you started planning what you need to buy and – most importantly – how much you can afford to spend this festive season?
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Black Friday: When a deal may not actually be a deal?
If you've been living underneath a rock these past few weeks, you may have heard that this coming Friday (29 November) is Black Friday.
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No reduced-price Christmas stamps this festive season
For the first time in many years, Jersey Post has announced that it will not be offering reduced-price Christmas stamps this festive season.
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Do you know where the cheapest Easter products are available?
Whether you’re stocking up on chocolate eggs for the family, hot cross buns for Good Friday breakfast, or some seasonal treats for yourself, we’d encourage you to shop around for the best prices this Easter.
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Reduced priced Christmas stamps will not be available this December
Jersey Post has defended its decision to not make this year’s reduced-price Christmas stamps available to use during the month of December for the first time.
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Christmas preparations and budget
To misquote that old song ‘It’s the most expensive time of the year’ and with Christmas just over ten weeks away and shops starting to display their Christmas wares, now is a good time to start preparing, with particular focus on your budget.
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The 12 mince pies of Christmas
It wouldn’t be Christmas without mince pies. But with so many on offer these days, how do you choose which ones to go for?
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Your consumer rights at Christmas
Christmas may be the most wonderful time of the year for some, but present buying isn’t always so calm and bright. Your aunt doesn’t like the scarf you bought her, the children’s new play-set came broken and you don’t know how long your gift card has before it expires.
Opinion Poll
The Jersey Consumer Council frequently asks Islanders to take part in polls on a range of topics.
Just tap on one of the options below to cast your vote and see what others think.