The States Assembly Podcast
Information and insights from the States Greffe on how Jersey's political system works and how to make it work for you.
The States Greffe provides politically impartial support and advice on the business and procedures of the States Assembly - Jersey's elected parliament, to States Members (the Island's politicians) and government departments.
The States Assembly Podcast
Jersey Politics 101 (2023 edition)
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This episode was originally released in November 2023 when the States Assembly was made up of 12 parish Connétables and 37 Deputies.
Calling all people who are:
- Not sure what the States Assembly is?
- New to Jersey?
- A bit confused when you hear people talking about deputies, constables, propositions, scrutiny...?
This is the explainer you need!
This is Jersey Politics 101 - where we take on the challenge of demystifying Jersey's political system in less than 20 minutes. Find out:
- What the States Assembly is
- What States Members are, and how they are elected
- What happens in States Meetings
- How Jersey laws are made
- The difference between the States Assembly and the Government of Jersey
- What Scrutiny is
The States Assembly Podcast is brought to you by the States Greffe, bringing you information and insights on how Jersey's political system works and how to make it work for you.
Episode co-hosts: Molly Gladwin; Emily Thomas
Get in touch with us if you have some feedback about the show, or if you want to suggest a topic for a future episode. Email statesgreffe@gov.je
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