Green hustings at Durrell last night – a great event, which was also a reminder of just how much environmental issues permeate almost every issue that faces the island. I was asked what I would do to improve food security – here’s my answer. (Afterwards Andrew Le Gallais from Jersey Dairy chastised me for saying … More Green hustings
I said in an earlier blog post that I would provide an update if there was a decision about the new hospital, so here are my thoughts now that Deputy Young has approved the planning application. The first thing to say is that as I noted earlier, I was an objector to the planning application … More The new hospital part 2
I’ve been asked a question on social media concerning my stance on the new hospital: hypothetically, if I were the Environment Minister after the election and the hospital decision fell into my in-tray, would I approve the Overdale application or reject it? Leaving aside the presumption of ministerial position, it is nevertheless a good question … More The hospital
For me, there is no greater challenge facing us than building a future that is economically dynamic whilst keeping a stable population. It is possible (Guernsey has grown its economy with a stable population), but it means a massive change in mindset. Increasing productivity has to become a top priority. That means investment in new … More Population policy
Jonathan Renouf 