Take part in Democracy Week 19-26 September
Jersey’s annual Democracy Week is almost upon us and we would be very grateful if you could share the below public events on your websites or in your e-newsletters.
Take part in Democracy Week, 19-26 September
Jersey’s seventh annual ‘Democracy Week’ follows the island-wide elections in June, with opportunities for the public to book onto a range of events where they can meet their newly elected representatives after their first three months in office.
DEMOCRACY CAFÉ: Join the Conversation: Tuesday 22 September, 10:00am – 11:30am
The Salvation Army Community Café, Minden Street, St Helier
Take the opportunity during Jersey’s Democracy Week to meet and chat with some of your newly elected States Members at the warm and inviting Salvation Army Community Café.
Enjoy a cuppa and a chat with Jersey’s decision makers. Get to know the people behind the politicians and share your views and hopes for Island life in this friendly and informal session.
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DEMOCRACY ON THE MOVE: St Ouen Stroll and Sip, Friday 25 September, 10:00am – 11:30am
Jersey Pearl Café, St Ouen
Take the opportunity during Jersey’s Democracy Week to meet and chat with some of your newly elected States Members in the glorious setting of St Ouen’s Bay.
Get to know the people behind the politicians on a guided circular stroll from Jersey Pearl (10:00am – 10.45am) and enjoy a cuppa and a chat back at the Café (10.45am – 11:00am).
Share your views and hopes for Island life with Jersey’s decision makers at this friendly and informal event.
N.B. In inclement weather, the entire event will take place at The Jersey Pearl Café (10:00am – 11:30am)
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DEMOCRACY WEEK: Free Public Tours of the States Chamber, Tuesday 22 September & Thursday 24September, 12pm – 1pm
States Chamber, Royal Square
Want to understand more about Jersey’s political system and how it works?
Members of the public are invited to a free guided tour of the States Chamber, offering an exciting opportunity to explore the heart of Jersey’s democracy.
This informative behind-the-scenes tour will enable you to discover how our elected parliament works, the history that shaped it and how decisions are made that impact everyday life in our Island.
With a newly elected States Assembly, this is the perfect time to learn more. There is an opportunity to meet some States Members, sit in the Bailiff’s chair, use the voting buttons and see the Royal Mace!
The tour is an hour long, with the opportunity to ask questions throughout. Participants will meet outside the States Members’ entrance of the States Assembly building in the Royal Square just before 12:00pm.
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Political History Free Walking Tours around St. Helier: Thursday 24 September & Saturday 26 September, 10am -11.30am
From the Royal Square
Led by Blue Badge Guides. These are a great opportunity to learn about the heroes, battles and riots that have shaped Jersey’s political past.
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Royal Court and States Chamber Tour with a Blue Badge Guide, Saturday 19 September, 10am – 12pm
Meet outside the Royal Court Entrance, Royal Square
Please note there is a small fee for this 2-hour tour to cover the professional guides.
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Enemies of Liberty: Two Rivals Who Died for Democracy: Friday 25September, 5:30pm-7.30pm
Meet in the Royal Square
Join Toby Clyde-Smith from Tall Tales for a special two-hour Democracy Week walking tour through the heart of St Helier, exploring the extraordinary lives of two political giants who helped shape the freedoms we value today.
Book through Island Ticket Hut. A charge is applicable.
Pop-up stands are being organised at various locations and times.
No sign-up needed, just come along
They offer Islanders the chance to chat informally to States Members and find out more about the Assembly.
- Saturday 19 September: 10am-2pm, Farmers Market, Le Tacheron Farm, Trinity
- Monday 21 September: 11am-1pm, Town Library
- Wednesday 22 September: 12-2pm in the Central Market
The full list of ‘Meet the Member’ Democracy Week events (19 – 26 September) can be found here