I am a proud Islander. People who know me, know that I am passionate about where we live.
I grew up in St Ouen’s, where my love for surfing began. As European Champion I travelled and competed extensively before studying for my degree in Communication Studies in California. I started my career in marketing in New York and then worked in Boston.
But I always wanted to come home to my roots, my community and the natural environment I care so much about.
If elected I will bring this passion to the States Chamber along with my professional experience in the local private and public sectors. I will bring common sense and a determination to get on with making decisions that enhance Island life.
The honorary system is at the heart of parish life. Central government must recognise its uniqueness, and I commit to working with the Connétables to make sure our voice is heard in the Assembly.
Islanders deserve transparent and proactive communications from government.
We need to build affordable homes for parishioners, utilising good design and architecture that is sensitive to the landscape and rural context, creating connected and inclusive communities. Infrastructure needs to be fit for purpose and all parishioners should have access to mains water. Planning must work better for individuals and small businesses, making it easier and quicker to make sensible minor changes.
Connectivity is vital – I will campaign for a hopper bus linking the three parishes with the Enid Quenault Centre, alongside expanded cycle paths to make commuting easier.
We need to make decisions that future-proof our way of life. Our natural environment is a gift to our health and wellbeing. I support policies that help reduce obesity and support mental health. We should value the experience of older islanders, promoting preventative healthcare and active ageing.
I support arts, heritage and culture in making the Island an attractive place for all to enjoy, including the sustainable redevelopment of Fort Regent.
Financial services is the bedrock of our economy and the tax revenue it generates helps fund public services. I support the implementation of Jersey Finance’s competitiveness review, along with maintaining a broad and diversified economy.
The entrepreneurial spirit of Islanders deserves support through less red tape for businesses. I will campaign for greater digital and financial skills to be taught in schools, so that young Islanders are able to seize future opportunities. I will also seek to reduce the gender pay gap and ensure equal opportunities for women.
I support the implementation of the Rural Economic Framework, the Visitor Economy Strategy, and I strongly advocate for a more circular economy that keeps our money, our talent and our spending on island.
Names of Proposers and Seconders
- Kristina Marie Le Feuvre
- Michael Lawrence Patrick Fennell
- Anna Messervy-Evans
- Victoria Anne Trebilcock
- David Ward
- Adrian Walker
- Jennifer Gare
- David Scott Walwyn
- Ivor Eldon Barette
- Annabel Sarah Godfray