Sheep set to be introduced to island's north coast

It is hoped the sheep will improve Jersey's grassland between Grosnez and Plemont

More sheep are set to be introduced to parts of Jersey's coastline to reduce the amount of bracken.

The Government of Jersey hopes grazing sheep will improve the north coastline's grassland between Grosnez and Plemont.

The environment manager for the government, Tim Liddiard, said it had "transformed" other parts of the island over the past 15 years, such as near Sorel Point and Devil's Hole.

Mr Liddiard said he hoped the grassland would be "restored" back to its "former glory".

He added: "What we're trying to do is restore them [grasslands] back to their former glory of coastal grassland... bring back the colour, bring back the animals and bring back the joy."

A breed of sheep called Manx Loaghtan will be introduced on the stretch between Grosnez and Plemont.

On Saturday, people had their say on the idea at a public drop-in at St Ouen Parish Hall.