As an independent St Saviour Deputy I care deeply about representing my Parishioners. As a teacher with an academic background in Psychology and Sociology, I am driven by a consistent commitment to children and families.  I bring a strong moral compass, a collaborative approach, and an evidence‑based focus on fair and affordable solutions. I wish to continue serving with compassion, tenacity and integrity.

My aim is for all Islanders, from the youngest to the oldest, to live well and feel connected.

Achievements this term include:

  • Childcare funding for 2–3‑year‑olds,
  • Grants to childminders,
  • Healthy school meals,
  • Funded GP access for children,
  • Restored Move More toddler sessions,
  • Lead Play Strategy work,
  • New PSHE curriculum with real‑world skills,
  • Helped secure improved university funding,
  • Strong scrutiny of assisted‑dying proposals, amendments to strengthen safeguards,
  • Championed action on Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG)
  • Reinstated the Women’s Health Strategy,
  • Same‑sex parental rights legislation and expanded IVF funding,
  • Free sustainable period products,
  • Improved flexible‑working rights through employment law reform,
  • Connect Me funding for arts, culture, sport and community initiatives,
  • Defended trees and green spaces,
  • Reinstated annual Jersey Opinions and Lifestyle Survey to support evidence‑based decision‑making,
  • Secured a preventative health roadmap focused on long‑term wellbeing.

My priorities for the next four years

Children, Families & Education
Families face intense pressure from housing, care, and living costs. We must close the early‑years gap by valuing care, supporting parents, child carers, nurseries, teachers, and communities around our children. I will advocate for increased funded parental leave and childcare hours, recognise wider caring roles such as grandparents, improve SEND provision, implement the Play Strategy and Family Friendly recommendations, and work for young people to see a future for themselves in Jersey, supported by creative, affordable housing solutions and employment opportunities.

Equality, Belonging & Social Connection
I will continue advocating for fair treatment across characteristics including gender, LGBTQ+ identity, age, and race, with disability inclusion a major focus. Jersey should implement hate‑crime legislation, progress VAWG recommendations with sustainable funding for support services, and create fairer workplaces through flexibility and portable workplace‑adjustments passports.

Living Well, Mental Health & Affordability
Cost‑of‑living measures must reflect real need, including families, renters and middle‑income households with mortgages. I will advocate for accessible, affordable healthcare, reduced waiting times, preventative health measures, affordable access to physical activity, stronger mental‑health services for all ages, continued investment in neurodiversity support, the Connect Me programme, and the long‑term protection of green spaces so people can live well in a healthy, connected Parish and island.

Thank you for reading. Please vote for me on the 7th June.

Names of Proposers and Seconders

  1. Jean Elsie Maud Dale
  2. Victoria O’Neil
  3. Denise Rose Jacklin
  4. Mandy Nicholson
  5. Juliette de Guelle
  6. Katie du Feu
  7. James Arthur Thompson
  8. Kerry Silva
  9. Lauren Aimee Fosse-Burch
  10. Katherine Eve O’Sullivan James