Category: Jersey

As the Island reflects on another successful Jersey Live weekend, including unforgettable performances from Richard Ashcroft, Madness and Disclosure; headline sponsor JT reveals the technology statistics behind the CI’s biggest music event.

  On JT’s mobile network:

• 45,418 voice calls made from the venue
• 169 GB of 4G data used over the weekend. Equivalent to uploading 114,937 photos to Facebook, 68,962 minutes of browsing the internet or 86,203 minutes of streaming music.

On JT’s FREE Wi-Fi provided across the site:

• 27 Wi-Fi spots & over 700M of fibre installed
• 3,087 unique devices connected, with 867 GB of data transferred. Equivalent for example to downloading 1156 CD’s

Social media: Snapchat was the No.1 social media platform used by 917 different people.

Tamara O’Brien, Head of Marketing for JT, said: “These stats tell the real story behind Jersey Live. Thousands of people gathered in one place, for the CI’s biggest music event and turned to social media to share their experiences in real-time. Getting the most from the technology we provided. There are big numbers here. We’re proud to have supported the demand for so much data over the weekend.

“The mobile data used on Saturday alone was the equivalent of 53,000 MP3 files. Thus, showing just how much festival-goers enjoyed sharing their photos and videos. Especially on their social channels, by using our fastest 4G network.  Many of them also took advantage of our recent network upgrade providing up to 30% faster 4G speeds on the latest handsets.  Interestingly, Snapchat has now overtaken other platforms allowing people to share videos and images instantly. This will continue to drive demand for seamless data services like those we provided this weekend.  Once again Jersey Live attracted record numbers and it was great to ensure everyone could stay connected throughout. As well as our role in supporting the local music talent, which got a chance to play through the Battle of the Bands competition we supported.”

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For further information, please contact Pauline Ramskill at Direct Input, telephone 01534 735253 or email pauline@directinput.je

Notes to editors

Stats comparisons taken from: https://www.whistleout.com.au/MobilePhones/Guides/Mobile-broadband-usage-guide

The annual Autism Jersey golf day, sponsored by JT, took place on Friday 12^th August at La Moye Golf Club. In total, it raised £15,000 for the charity.

Good weather and yet another excellent turn-out ensured the success of the day. A day which involved 22 teams enjoying a round of 18 holes followed by lunch in the Clubhouse. A raffle and auction, including a golf flag signed by 2016 Ryder Cup Captain Darren Clarke, boosted the funds raised. These funds will go directly towards the development of a purpose-built Autism Centre in Jersey.

The winning team was Elian with an outstanding score of 104. Followed by Quilter Cheviot with 92 and Ashburton with 89. Meanwhile, individual prizes went to Derren Glover of JT for the men’s longest drive. Also to Alexa Saunders of Carey Olsen for the women’s longest drive. And finally to Martin Smith of Dandara for the nearest the pin.

A Mission

During the lunch the chairman of Autism Jersey, Nick Winsor, told guests that Autism Jersey is on a mission. A mission to provide the support that is needed on the Island. He spoke more about plans for a purpose-built centre for autism in Jersey. A site in Trinity has been identified, and plans drawn up, he said.
Thanking JT for their support of the annual Golf Day, he said: ‘Money raised today will go directly to that centre.’ He also expressed his thanks to Autism Jersey’s Patron, Lieutenant-Governor General Sir John McColl who, he said, had been ‘incredibly supportive’ of the charity.

Sir John who had taken part in the golf day added: ‘The Charity’s progress has been absolutely remarkable. It has made such a difference to families that need support.’

JT’s Director of Corporate Affairs, Daragh McDermott, said: “Autism Jersey is a charity which offers invaluable support to islanders affected by autism and their families. We are, as ever, very pleased to support them in their fundraising efforts by sponsoring and taking part in this phenomenally popular annual golf day at La Moye Golf Club. Not only was the weather on our side but there was some great golf demonstrated by the participants. Thanks must go to each team for their support once again and congratulations to all the winners.”

Autism Jersey aims to raise at least £1.5 million for the centre in a joint effort with the States of Jersey.

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Issued by Pauline Ramskill, Direct Input. Telephone 01534 735253 or email Pauline@directinput.je

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The streets of Jersey are being brought to life this August with the sounds of some of the Island’s best young music talent. Thanks to JT’s Music Moments FREE ‘pop-up’ mini-gigs.

Organised by the long-term headline sponsor of Jersey Live, JT, passers-by are being treated to impromptu live performances. This includes some of Jersey’s most talented home-grown local musicians, bands and singers at different spots all around the Island. Because of this success more mini-gigs planned for the pavements of St Helier and St Aubin throughout August.

Three of the recent JT Music Moments performers said:

Kacey Hacquoil (Kacey’s Music Moment)
“I think it’s great that JT are getting out and about and giving the youngsters a chance to play in public. It really helps our confidence as performers and it is good fun.”

David Keenan (David’s Music Moment)
“The JT Summer of Music is a great campaign to showcase a range of local performers to the public. I’m sure a nice touch for passers by to enjoy some home grown talent… Looking forward to Jersey Live now!”

Gavin Tate (The GaaGaas) (Gavin’s Music Moment)
“Thanks for getting me involved with the JT Summer of Music campaign for Jersey Live. It’s always a pleasure to play and support the local scene whenever I’m in town!”

Tamara O’Brien, Head of Marketing at JT explained what it’s all about:

“We’ve been really surprised by just how the public have got behind the JT Music Moments idea.  It started as a way for us to help provide opportunities for some of Jersey’s brilliant local youngsters to perform their music to live audiences in unusual locations. So far, of the 15 pop-up gigs, we’ve seen a staggering 676 likes from the videos and 15,882 views. Therefore, this shows just how popular these young artists are. We’re running the free gigs right up until Jersey Live. Also, we’re pleased to offer opportunities for more younger people to attend Jersey Live with our new ‘kids-go-free’ customer promotions launched today.

“Music Moments is a way to celebrate the high standard and wide variety of music talent that exists in our Island. Our JT Summer of Music programme offers young people the chance to get up on stage in front of audiences to gain exposure and experience. We build up to the ultimate event of our programme of music sponsorship for 2016, Jersey Live in September. We hope the remaining performances inspire others to keep on pursuing their music ambitions. Please join us in celebrating all that Jersey’s music scene has to offer.”

Look out for the next JT Music Moments

• Wednesday 17^th August – Josh Hearman at Weighbridge Place at 5pm
• Friday 19^th August – Kacey Hacquoil at St Aubin’s Parish Hall 1.30pm
• Saturday 20^th August – David Keenan King Street (outside BHS) 1pm
• Monday 22^nd August – Chaz Chapman in The Royal Square at 1pm
• Wednesday 24^th August – Craig Smith / One Poet outside JT in Queen Street 1.30pm
• Friday 26^th August – Owen Wilson at Liberation Station at 9am

Each Music Moment is posted to the JTSocial Facebook. JT is encouraging people watching them to post their own clips of the performances for a chance to win a prize from JT worth £1,000. But, also to help these singers raise their profile.  JT has been the headline sponsor of Jersey Live for 11 years. The JT Stage has always provided a stage for local bands and talent to perform alongside seasoned professionals and visiting bands.

JT’s Jersey Live customer FREE TICKET offers now include: –          Kids go FREE – up to 2 kids go free with every FREE WEEKEND ticket deal during August with selected Smartphones on a JT Pay Monthly mobile or JT One plan; or JT Fibre broadband plans –          FREE WEEKEND ticket for all Pay as you go customers when they top-up £99 in-store at JT. –          Refer-a-friend offer for anyone who has taken a JT FREE ticket to also get free food and drink vouchers to the value of £24 at Jersey Live when they refer a friend to JT’s FREE ticket deals. More details are available here: www.jtglobal.com/JerseyLive

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Issued by Pauline Ramskill, Direct Input. Telephone 01534 735253 or email Pauline@directinput.je

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