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Time-zone referendum is under way | Time-zone referendum is under way |
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People in Jersey are taking part in a referendum to decide whether the island should adopt Central European Time instead of British time. | People in Jersey are taking part in a referendum to decide whether the island should adopt Central European Time instead of British time. |
It would mean moving the clocks forward one hour, bringing the island in line with its continental neighbour, France. | It would mean moving the clocks forward one hour, bringing the island in line with its continental neighbour, France. |
The vote is taking place alongside Jersey's senatorial elections, with 21 candidates standing for six seats in the States. | The vote is taking place alongside Jersey's senatorial elections, with 21 candidates standing for six seats in the States. |
Four parishes will also be electing constables. Polls close at 2000 BST. | Four parishes will also be electing constables. Polls close at 2000 BST. |