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Time-zone referendum is under way Time-zone referendum count begins
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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.

It would mean moving the clocks forward one hour, bringing the island in line with its continental neighbour, France.

In order for the referendum to be passed at least 52% of islanders need to vote in favour of it.

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.

Counting has begun after people in Jersey took part in a referendum over whether the island should adopt Central European Time (CET).
It would mean moving clocks forward one hour from GMT, bringing Jersey in line with its continental neighbour, France.
In order for the referendum to be passed, at least 52% of islanders need to vote in favour of it.
The vote took place alongside the States senatorial elections, with 21 candidates standing for six seats.
Four parishes are also electing constables.
Polls closed at 2000 BST and the results are expected in the early hours.