Listen "Why does democracy matter?"
Episode Synopsis
In this first episode we discuss how a small island in the English Channel came to have its own parliament - the States Assembly, and take a tour of some of the milestone moments in Jersey's democratic history that lead us to the present day.We also hear from a selection of current States Members about what got them into politics, how they go about representing Islanders in the States Assembly, and why democracy really matters.This episode is being launched during Jersey's 4th annual Democracy Week, which is all about reminding people how and why it's important to engage with the Island's political system. Music by AudioCoffee: https://www.audiocoffee.net/Episode host: Emily ThomasInterviewees: Will Millow; Constable of Grouville, Mark Labey; Deputy Carina Alves; Deputy Max Andrews; Deputy Rob WardGet 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 [email protected] If you liked what you heard, please give us a star rating, add your review and subscribe!statesassembly.je
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