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
People Power!
Democracy can be thought of as ‘power of the people’ – a way of governing which depends on the will of people – and our democratic rights are the freedoms we’re granted to express our opinions, participate in public matters and vote at election time.
This episode takes a closer look at some of the real-life stories which demonstrate how people in Jersey have exercised their rights and used their power to make a change.
From swinging into action to save a beloved local park, to creating a human chain across an iconic Island beauty spot, or pushing the power of a petition, these stories celebrate Islanders’ engagement with Jersey’s political system and prove how public action can lead to change and give everyone a voice to make a difference.
Host: Sarah Hopkins
Interviewees: Mike Stentiford MBE, Athena Elliot, Kat de la Mare, Neil Renouf and John Cronin, Emelita Robbins, Poppy Pendergast.
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