Deputy Ian Gorst

I am deeply disturbed by the appearance of hateful graffiti in and around St Helier. These acts do not reflect who we are as a community, and I condemn them in the strongest possible terms. Jersey is an inclusive, tolerant, and respectful society. There is no place here for messages of hate or division. Such behaviour not only damages property, but it attempts to undermine the very values that bind us together: mutual respect, dignity, and compassion. This kind of cowardly and destructive act will not be tolerated. I am confident that the States of Jersey Police will investigate these incidents thoroughly, and I urge anyone with information to come forward. Now more than ever, we must stand together as a community, united in our diversity and proud of the strength it brings. Let us respond with resolve: to protect and uphold the inclusive spirit that defines our Island.

Trois ministres de #Jersey étaient présents, @Ian_Gorst, @KirstenMorel et @CarolynLabey ainsi que @DeputyTadier, pdt Assemblée parlementaire Francophonie 🇯🇪. Deux bonnes nouvelles: une liaison aérienne directe Paris-Jersey et un partenariat avec le @francobritish s/#YoungLeaders

🇫🇷🇯🇪🇬🇧 Une idée originale du gouvernement de #Jersey : célébrer le 80ème anniversaire de sa libération par une passionnante table-ronde à @UKinFrance sur l’artiste surréaliste juive #ClaudeCahun, qui n’eut de cesse de se battre contre l’occupant allemand et la doctrine nazie 👏👏

Constituency surgery taking place tomorrow - all from the 3 parishes are welcome and as always if tomorrow doesn’t suit but you want to discuss an issue or share your views with us please get in touch @Moore4Jersey @Ian_Gorst @lyndonfarnham

We are using the forecast Pillar 2 revenue to invest in our economic competitiveness & productivity to support local jobs, to help pay for the new hospital, & to boost our reserves. Any further revenue should be prioritised for competitiveness & reserves as the regime settles in.

The Budget sets out the base case forecast for receipts from the 15% global corporate tax rate, which we will implement in 2025. This revenue must be used prudently, & especially for investing in our competitiveness. It again highlights the value of financial services to Jersey.

Very pleased that the draft Budget again increases tax thresholds and freezes alcohol and fuel duty. Vital support for islanders and economic growth. It focuses on frontline services & sets out plans to pay for the hospital, put more into reserves and increase our competitiveness

Great to meet new UK Minister for Trade @D_G_Alexander today. We agreed international trade is vital for growth in Jersey & UK. We will work together to open access for services & ease trade frictions with EU market & beyond. Looking forward to working together @biztradegovuk

This video outlines some of the key milestones in the Moneyval review process, and gives more detail on the findings and recommendations in the report. youtu.be/hiAHGmRUu_0?si…

Jersey’s Moneyval Review puts us in the top 10% globally for technical compliance and effectiveness, and the report confirms we are the highest rated international finance centre. It is an excellent outcome for the island. The report can be read here - rm.coe.int/moneyval-2024-…

I am pleased that the MONEYVAL conclusion is a positive one that places our Island's financial services sector firmly in the top tier of jurisdictions. This impressive result sends out a strong signal about how seriously we regard the reputation of Jersey and the industry.

Today, MONEYVAL's report was published which states that Jersey’s effectiveness in preventing financial crime is among the highest level found in jurisdictions evaluated around the world. For more information, visit bit.ly/3WkZdfc

We’ll continue to uphold high international standards of regulation & have already started implementing recommendations from the review. This is a strong base from which to grow & develop the industry further, enhance our competitiveness & meet the needs of our global clients 3/3

Moneyval has found that Jersey is Compliant or Largely Compliant with 39/40 Recommendations. Few jurisdictions achieve this high level of compliance. I’m grateful for the hard work of colleagues in @GovJersey, @JerseyPolice, Law Officers, @JerseyFSC, & industry @jerseyfinance 2/3

The Moneyval Report published today confirms that Jersey’s finance industry has a high level of compliance with global standards. This independent review shows that Jersey is a responsible & cooperative international finance centre supporting legitimate growth & prosperity. 1/3

Chief Minister @lyndonfarnham and External Relations Minister @Ian_Gorst then met @TulipSiddiq MP, Economic Secretary to the Treasury & City Minister, alongside @iomcm. Discussions included the role Jersey's financial services industry can play in supporting UK economic growth.

It was a great honour and privilege to be present in the Royal Square yesterday to welcome the King and Queen to Jersey, and to re-affirm our loyalty to the Crown. The island gave Their Majesties a very warm welcome, and we didn’t let the weather stop what was a great day. 🇯🇪🇬🇧

I associate myself entirely with Deputy Carolyn Labey’s warm and heartfelt tribute to Simon. @CarolynLabey

Simon Boas was one of the most capable public servants I have had the pleasure of working with. He was intelligent, humble & kind. He loved Jersey, & loved life. Simon’s untimely death is a tragedy. We will all miss him greatly. My prayers are with Aurelie and Simon’s family. RIP