Thank you all for the support I have received to be re-elected to the States Assembly. I am honoured to serve the people of Jersey and represent #StMary #StOuen #StPeter Congratulations and great respect to ALL who put their names forward #JerseyElection22
My key focus during the pandemic was on protecting our health, the economy and preserving islanders’ jobs and livelihoods. My key priorities for the next term of office include; tackling the sharp rises in the cost of living resolving the housing affordability crisis rebuilding and further developing our economy increased funding for education getting […]
Since being appointed Minister for Economic Development, Tourism, Sport and Culture and Deputy Chief Minister in 2018, I have worked on behalf of all islanders, during one of the most challenging periods in recent history, to ensure Jersey remains resilient, safe and fiscally secure. My key focus during the pandemic has been on protecting our health, […]
Election Update I am pleased to announce that I will be standing for election in the Parishes of St Mary, St Ouen and St Peter. I am remaining an independent candidate and will not be seeking to join any political parties or coalitions. My focus over the past four years has been in protecting our […]
I have released a short statement in relation to my current position. Thanks to all whom have supported me to this stage and best of luck to Senators Ian Gorst and John Le Fondré “After having spoken with States members over the last few days it is clear that the majority of support is lying with Senator Gorst […]
Since being appointed Minister for Economic Development, Tourism, Sport and Culture I have worked to deliver strong, sustainable growth and increased diversity across our economy. Maintaining a strong economy is vital. It creates the wealth required to help those in our community who find themselves in need and allows society to develop in a sustainable fashion for the benefit of everyone. Three […]
Well I am officially nominated for Senator again! Thank you to all my friends and family for their support and encouragement. With special thanks to my proposer and seconders: Advocate Steven Meiklejohn (Proposer), Jennifer Geddes, Jonathan Giles, Anna Goncalves, Joanne Gorrod, Paul James, Renzo Martin, Mike Stentiford, David Woodsford, Dr Philippa Worth. Election day is Wednesday […]
COLLECTIVE responsibility, the doctrine enshrined in the ministerial code which requires ministers to toe the official government line – is curtailing proper democratic debate and should be scrapped. Senator Lyndon Farnham spoke out after abstaining from a crucial States vote this week on a proposal in the 2018 Budget to charge big retailers 20 per […]
The States Assembly, or the States of Jersey as it is also known, is the parliament of Jersey. The States Assembly is responsible for: making new laws and regulations approving the amount of public money to be spent by the States every year approving the amount of tax to be raised holding Ministers to account […]
In the 12 months since taking office, in addition to business as usual across the whole portfolio, the Economic Development Department has delivered a number of projects. In March, Visit Jersey opened for business and assumed responsibility for marketing the Island and has since delivered the first Tourism Strategy for over ten years. In July […]
I am once again honoured to have taken the oath of office for Senator today to serve the island for a further term. The oath, as administered by the Bailiff, is as follows: “You swear and promise before God that you will well and faithfully discharge the duties of Senator; that you will be faithful […]
THANK YOU to all who have once again placed their trust in me and to my friends, family and helpers. I could not have done it without you. Despite concerns choosing 8 Senators not only proved easy for voters but made for one of the most close fought exciting Senatorial elections. Click here to see […]
SENATORIAL RESULTS If you are registered to vote, you can vote on election day in the Parish you are registered in. If you are unsure wheter you are registered to vote, please click register to vote. Polls on election day will be open from 8am to 8pm at your local Parish polling station. When you […]
I am delighted to have been officially nominated as a candidate for the office of Senator in the forthcoming elections on Wednesday 15th October 2014. My grateful thanks to my proposer Advocate Steve Meiklejohn, my seconders, helpers, supporters and last but not least my family for their continued support. I am looking forward to a […]
In Jersey at 16 you can legally: Give full consent to medical treatment. Leave school and enter work or training. Consent to sexual relationships. Get married. Change your name by deed poll. Become a director of a company. Join the armed forces. Become a member of a trade union. So shouldn’t you use your right […]
The Priviliges and Procedures Committee have lodged the following proposition; P5/2012, for debate on Tuesday 6th March 2012; THE STATES are asked to decide whether they are of opinion – to refer to their Act dated 15th March 2011 in which they agreed that an independent Electoral Commission should be established in Jersey to investigate […]
As I have been preparing my election campaign I have taken the opportunity to speak with many people, from all walks of society, about a number of different issues likely to be of significance especially between now and election day on 19th October. One group in particular I have discovered to be more distanced from […]
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