尼克拉·布林克博士：青年深切關愛根西島未來，僅少於三分之一學生有信心留在此地
Young islanders concerned about their future
作者: https://www.facebook.com/bbcnews | 時間: Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:10:31 GMT | 來源: BBC
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【Health Department Report on Jersey Youth】
Public Health Officer McNicolroly stated that young people here value their prospects. The government survey showed that less than one-third of students are confident about staying on the island.
There were approximately twenty-seven percent adolescents aged sixteen to twenty-four concerned with housing, rising cost of living, transportation fees and development opportunities after studies ended.
Public Health Director Dr Nicola Brink said: "Young people here value their future deeply, but many are uncertain if they can provide an affordable, sustainable and full life in the jurisdiction."
The medical officer health report showed that thirty-six percent were certain to leave, attributing it to lack of job opportunities, social shopping choices and poor weather.
Another 37% said they could not confirm whether their future development would occur on this island.
Dr Brink asked two hundred young people from the Youth Forum, Jersey Institute and Form Six Centre (Senior Department) about their expectations in life here. Transport is currently the biggest concern for young islanders, including fuel costs, road conditions, closed sections and traffic volume issues. Secondary concerns include insufficient activity choices; some youth describe winter as a "sleepy" season where it's hard to find affordable activities with friends.
Education also became a focus, students pointed out lack of specific subject teachers, high staff turnover rate and school building maintenance problems.
In addition, some students expressed they do not think the government listens to their concerns and feel insufficient influence in decision making processes. Dr Brink emphasized: "They told us sometimes we cannot feel importance heard by hearing only but it's not enough listening action alone is needed on issues raised."
The health report said this limited autonomy sense may lead to participation decline, well-being retreats affecting future expectations.