Visiting Jersey deputy promotes party politics
THE leader of Reform Jersey preached the benefits of party politics to Alderney residents.
Deputy Sam Mezec held a public meeting in Alderney's Island Hall after a similar trip to Guernsey.
Around 20 people turned out, including five States members.
He said that far too much time during a political term in office was spent debating policy – which struck a chord with local politicians.
'We spend a huge amount of time debating policy,' he said. '
'I think the main benefit of having a party or a common group is that you have those policies before you are elected so the electorate can predict how they are going to vote. If they break their promises they will pay for it at the next election. The public can hold them to account.'
He said there were parallels between Alderney and Jersey.
'There's a real lack of political leadership and cohesive structure. One of the things Alderney needs is political leadership to develop policy to turn the economy round.'
