Outreach

We want all Islanders to feel that they have a voice and the power to help shape Jersey's future.

This growing area of work involves providing opportunities for local residents of all ages, professions and length of time in the Island with access to information about how the States Assembly works and the opportunities to get involved.

We do this through various avenues:

Meeting with charities and organisations to understand how best to engage with their communities
Corporate and Community Tours of the States Chamber
Public Tours of the States Chamber and Royal Court
Pop-up stands in the community
Constituency Drop-ins
Democracy Week (annual)

Corporate and Community Tours of the States Chamber

Would you like your team or organisation to learn more about Jersey's political system and how decisions made by the States Assembly can impact you both personally and professionally?

If so, we would be delighted to offer you a free behind-the-scenes tour of the States Chamber, where Jersey's elected parliament meets to debate and create laws and policies.

The tour typically takes around an hour, however the duration can be tailored to your group, with the opportunity to ask questions throughout.

To book or find out more, email the Outreach Manager: statesgreffe@gov.je.

Quotes from States Chamber Tour Participants

Jersey Business: "The tour was both engaging and informative, and something I would recommend to anyone who lives and works in Jersey".

Ports of Jersey: “The tour was excellent and was so interesting and interactive! I will absolutely be recommending that more of my friends and colleagues learn more about the Assembly and its history”.

Jersey Cares: “It was so interesting to hear about the history and the staff made it so light and enjoyable”.

Financial Intelligence Unit: “Understanding the structure of the States Assembly, layout of the Chamber and voting was fun”.

Public Tours of the Royal Court and States Chamber

From March to October we offer monthly behind-the-scenes tours of the States Chamber, where the States Assembly meets to debate and create laws, and the Royal Court, the principal Court of Justice.

Tours are two hours long and are delivered by Blue Badge guides, escorted by a Royal Court Usher.

Tours take place on a Saturday morning and are bookable via Eventbrite. There is a small charge to cover weekend running costs.

Royal Court Usher and you will have the opportunity to ask questions throughout.

Pop-up stands

We regularly organise for States Members to be located at busy community venues, such as supermarkets and St Helier town centre locations, to provide an opportunity for Islanders to share their views, often about a specific topic such as a Scrutiny Review.

To find out when our next pop-ups are taking place, follow us on social media:

Constituency drop-ins

States Members are available to speak to on any topic at drop-in sessions, which are organised in every constituency around the Island. You can also use this as an opportunity to speak to a Member who does not represent your constituency but who has responsibility for an issue you care about.

Democracy Week

Our annual Democracy Week takes place every September to coincide with the anniversary of the Corn Riots in Jersey.

Now in its fifth year, the week is dedicated to providing Islanders with a wider range of opportunities to learn about and engage with the States Assembly and its Members.

The 2024 event included Jersey's first People's Debate, whereby 34 local residents had the opportunity to come into the States Chamber and take part in a debate on a topical issue.