Parish Infrastructure

Main drains. A number of parishioners still remain unconnected to mains drains. I believe that through a process of carefully negotiated private public partnerships some of the connectivity issues could be resolved. If elected I would endeavour to investigate further to fully establish if further expansion of the sewerage system is viable.

Transport. Understandably, we don't have the same level of public transport enjoyed by more populous parishes, that's not to say it couldn't be better. I would work for a better frequency of commuter service and at least one later evening service. Although St Johns is blessed with a network of green lanes we have no dedicated cycle tracks. I have already begun to investigate together with the Youth and Community Trust a scheme to link St John with St Helier by way of a possible cycle track.

Roads. Although most parish roads are kept in good order it seems to me the States are not doing their bit. Many of the main roads in the parish, which are administered by Public Services, are not being maintained to an acceptable standard. This is an example of local government doing a good job while central government fails and I will do everything possible to ensure the States deliver on their part of the bargain.

Parish Rates. The threat of Central government (the States) putting more financial burden on the parishes is a real possibility. We must be alive to that prospect and my experience in dealing with senior politicians will ensure that St John is strongly represented in this matter.