Serving as Deputy for St Helier South over the past four years has been a profound honour and a responsibility I have always taken seriously. This role has allowed me to listen, learn, and act in the public interest, reinforcing my belief that leadership is grounded in service. Placing the needs of the community at the centre of decision-making, and working consistently to improve people’s lives, has guided my approach throughout my term.
My work in the Assembly has been shaped by direct constituency engagement. I dedicated significant amount of time supporting St. Helier residents, and across the island, who are facing challenges relating to employment, discrimination, housing, health, and social security. While much of this work has focused on resolving individual cases, it has also exposed wider systemic issues that require long-term policy responses. These experiences continue to inform my understanding of fairness, access to services, and the responsibility of government to respond effectively to need.
Alongside casework, I have undertaken a range of Assembly and scrutiny roles that will continue to shape my focus. As Chair of the Work Permit Holder Welfare Review Panel, I prioritised raising awareness of the experiences and treatment of migrant workers. This work led to a proposition being brought to, and passed by, the Assembly at the end of the term, representing an important step towards improving working and living conditions for some of the most vulnerable members of our community. Building on this progress remains important to me.
I have served on panels including Economic and International Affairs, Children Education and Home Affairs, Health and Social Security, the Human Rights Group. In addition, I have represented Jersey at the Assemblée Parlementaire de la Francophonie and served as a States Trustee of the Jersey Community Relations Trust. These roles have strengthened my understanding of how economic, social, and human rights issues intersect, and how meaningful scrutiny can lead to better, more inclusive outcomes.
As a member of Reform Jersey, I have worked collaboratively to help deliver manifesto commitments, contributing to a shared focus on fairness, accountability, and social justice. This collaborative approach will continue to guide my work.
Looking ahead, my priorities include improving employment law, so it reflects modern working realities, provides stronger protections, and supports productivity. I also intend to strengthen support for small businesses and continue improving public services for residents and visitors alike.
For St Helier, my vision is of a healthier town, with better air quality, lower carbon emissions, healthier lifestyles, and a green space corridor that supports wellbeing and environmental sustainability.
I remain committed to using the experience gained over the past four years to continue serving with integrity, purpose, and a clear focus on the future.
Names of Proposers and Seconders
- Rui Alberto Figueiredo
- Norberto Alves
- Kathryn Patricia Quigley
- Carla Nuno de Sousa Jardim
- Martin Ian Amy
- Finbar Michael Buckley
- Madalena Abreu
- Emma Louise Rice
- Janet Weir
- Maria Kilmurry