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BBC News
6 days ago
- Politics
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States of Guernsey Housing committee seeking two members
The States of Guernsey said it was searching for two people to join the committee for Housing as non-voting members. The roles would provide the committee with expertise on housing related matters as well as scrutiny when implementing policies. Housing President, Deputy Williams said the committee wanted a "diverse range of views" and welcomed applications of all ages and backgrounds. The deadline to apply is 25 August and requires attending half-day meetings every fortnight. The term of office would commence in October and continue until May 2029 ahead of the next general election, the States said. Committees of the States can elect non-voting members to sit alongside States role of a non-voting member includes offering expertise, challenging ideas and offering independent advice and broader perspectives on issues. 'Real value' Deputy Williams said: "We believe non-voting members can add real value to the work of the committee."We would be delighted to find up to two people with suitable experience to support the committee's work".A spokesperson for the committee said the role would include general housing policy, affordable housing policy and government policy and initiatives related to the private market.
BBC News
10-08-2025
- Politics
- BBC News
States of Guernsey Home Affairs committee looking for new members
The States of Guernsey said it was searching for two people with a "keen analytical mind" to join the committee for Home Affairs as non-voting members. Committees of the States can elect non-voting members to sit alongside States members must "act in the best interests of the community" and provide a sufficient level of scrutiny to policies as they are developed, a States spokesperson said. The deadline for applications is 17:00 BST on the 27 August. The role of a non-voting member includes offering expertise, challenging ideas and offering independent advice and broader perspectives on issues. Deputy Marc Leadbeater, president of the committee, said he was "keen to seek out skills and experience in the community to support the delivery of its diverse mandate."He added: "There are no specific qualifications required for the role, but the committee is particularly interested in hearing from those with a keen analytical mind with an ability to digest complex and sensitive information and contribute objectively to Committee discussions."
