Senatorial hustings 2026 at St. Martin

Hustings event for the 17 candidates standing for election for Senator, to represent the entire Island. Held at St. Martin's Public Hall on Wednesday 20 May 2026, ahead of the 2026 Election to the States Assembly. Voters are able to vote for up to 9 senatorial candidates on Sunday 7 June 2026. 00:01:25 Introduction 00:03:20 Candidates' speeches begin 00:41:48 Questions begin Question 1: Earlier this year Jersey Electricity proposed a solar farm in St. Martin. We led a campaign against this. If elected will you support the installation of solar on agricultural land or are you against it? Question 2: Would any candidates be in support of a new hate crime law and why or why not? 01:06:05 Question 3: Jersey has a number of young shooting athletes on Olympic pathways, do you think this sport should be supported or does it pose too high a risk to public safety? Question 4: In lights of recent reports and concerns regarding Jersey's SEND system, do you believe Jersey's inclusion model is fit for purpose? If not what changes would you make to better support pupils and school staff. 01:30:50 Question 5: If Lidl or Aldi did want to come to the Island would you support them coming over and if you have any evidence whether they do or not do please share it. Question 6: Population - is the Island full or is there room for more? Please note that the transcription has been auto-generated, so will not be 100% accurate. DISCLAIMER: The views expressed in this video are those of the candidates and the public in attendance at the event, and NOT of the Privileges and Procedures Committee, the Jersey Electoral Authority or Vote.je. We cannot guarantee the factual accuracy of any statements made in the meeting, either by attendees or candidates.