Chief Minister to outline challenges facing Jersey in 2017 at IoD lunch

Monday 12 December 2016

Chief Minister Ian Gorst will be talking to business leaders in Jersey on Thursday 15 December, at the last Institute of Directors’ lunch for the year, sponsored by JT.

Senator Gorst’s talk is titled ‘A review of 2016 and the challenges facing Jersey in 2017.’

He commented: “We are living in exciting but uncertain times. Jersey has seen stronger than expected economic growth and private sector employment is at an all-time high, but we have yet to feel the full impact of Brexit. When States Members approved the Medium Term Financial Plan they gave the go-ahead for many projects that will make a real difference to Islanders and we are now pushing ahead with that work. I will be updating IoD members on the government’s programme of work and explain how it will benefit local businesses, residents and future generations of Islanders.”

IoD Jersey Chairman Chris Clark said: “This lunch is one of our most over-subscribed events of the year because we all know how important it is for the States and business to work together on policy, the economy and ultimately delivering a prosperous and effective community. What Senator Gorst says to the IoD will influence decisions taken in the boardroom and beyond so his talk is eagerly anticipated.”

 Paul D Taylor, Managing Director of JT’s Global Enterprise Business Unit, said: “JT is proud to sponsor this series of IoD lunches because we appreciate their value to the business community. The strategic direction set by the Chief Minister and his Council has a significant influence on the direction of the Island’s economy and I’m sure business leaders will be keen to hear how Senator Gorst plans to guide Jersey through 2017 and beyond.”