Christine Papworth

Christine Papworth I have lived and worked in St Saviour for many years. I am very aware of the issues affecting the people who live in the Parish. I decided to become politically active after seeing the way our politicians are completely out of touch with the needs of the majority o ordinary Jersey people. By ignoring the 20, 000 people who signed the anti-GST petition, the ministers were shown to be, in the words of Alan Breckon, "morally bankrupt".

Inspired by the work of politicians such as Shona Pitman and Geoff Southern, I was moved to firstly join the JDA Council and then to stand as a candidate for election as your deputy. My politics is based on a passionate belief in social justice and human rights for all.

Listen and Respond

If elected, I pledge to listen to all sectors of society, and to work hard to ensure that the electorate of St Saviour No. 2 is truly represented in the States.

Accountability

I would like to see more accountability, openness and honesty in the way that Jersey is governed. If elected, I shall try to make government more open.

Care for the Elderly

I would also seek to ensure that proper provision is made by the States, to care for our increasingly elderly population. Contrary to what we have been told in "Imagine Jersey 2035", increasing immigration is not the solution.

Population Control and Housing

We have responsibilities to ensure that all Jersey residents, whether long established or more recent arrivals, have a decent place to live. With a 3-bed house now priced at £500,000, it is impossible for many young families to afford to buy. This is a real disincentive for our young people to stay in Jersey.

Income Support

The Income Support system is failing to meet the needs of many recipients and must be reformed to respond properly to the needs of individuals and their families.

Support for Families, Children and Young PeopleWe must protect and support children and families, building on the services already in existence. A society which properly nurtures and educates its children will reap the benefits in the future,producing adults who respect and value Jersey and each other. I shall ensure that we look after the most vulnerable members of our society..

Taxation Reform

I never forget how difficult life can be for low and middle-income families. The daily struggle to provide a decent life for our own families is a constant worry for many. As a mother of three children myself, I am well aware of how difficult it is to support children through education and into work. I would therefore prioritise removing GST along with "20 means 20" and would favour the introduction of a fairer progressive tax regime.

Support for small businesses.

Whilst I understand the importance of the finance industry to our local economy, I would like to see more government support for small local businesses, especially in the provision of training and apprenticeships for our young people.

Environmental issues

Wind, wave and solar technology must be looked at as ways of providing energy for the future. Other priorities include increased recycling of our waste, and the introduction of a properly integrated public transport system.

In conclusion, if you choose to vote for Christine Papworth, you will be voting for a compassionate, hard working candidate, who will work tirelessly for the benefit of all the parishioners in St Saviour number 2. I urge you all to use your vote. Each and every vote counts.

As Barack Obama recently said:

"Change will not come if we wait for some other person or some other time".

PLEASE make your voice heard and come and vote on November 26th. Thank you.