With less than a week to go until the election, attention turns to the island’s electoral districts, where voters will choose their next Deputies.

Express is taking a closer look at who is running in each district. District 9, which covers Grouville and St Martin, has two seats up for grabs this year.

The district is currently served by Deputies Rose Binet, Carolyn Labey and Steve Luce.

Deputy Luce is running for Senator, while Deputy Labey and Deputy Binet are seeking re-election as Deputies.

Deputy Carolyn Labey

Deputy Carolyn Labey is seeking re-election to the States Assembly.

If successful, she would continue her long-standing political career, which began in 2002.

She has served as International Development Minister since the role was first created in 2018.

In that capacity, Deputy Labey has overseen Jersey Overseas Aid, established the Island Identity project, and hosted a United Nations humanitarian conference in Jersey.

She said Jersey must focus on strengthening its skills base and making it easier to do business, alongside ensuring government takes a more forward-looking approach to long-term challenges.

Deputy Labey has also questioned whether the current ministerial government system delivers the level of accountability and effectiveness islanders expect.

Her campaign has focused on practical leadership, financial discipline and developing policies tailored specifically to Jersey’s needs.

She also said she wants to strengthen ties with neighbouring France, particularly in areas such as tourism, education and regional economic cooperation.

Deputy Labey has proposed revitalising Gorey Harbour, with the aim of restoring it as a more active working harbour.

She said Jersey should continue to promote its expertise internationally and strengthen its global reputation.

Deputy Labey has also called for a clear long-term vision for the island’s future, particularly in an uncertain global environment.

Deputy Rose Binet

Deputy Rose Binet is seeking re-election as a Deputy for the Grouville and St Martin district, having first been elected to the States Assembly in 2022.

During the current term, Deputy Binet has served as an Assistant Health Minister since January 2024, supporting her brother, Health Minister Tom Binet.

Although she had previously indicated in the Grouville Gazette that she would step down from politics, Deputy Binet has confirmed she will stand again in the upcoming election.

Deputy Binet’s areas of focus have included improving digital connectivity, reforming medicines legislation, and developing plans for a new adult mental health day centre and community hub at La Motte Street in St Helier.

She said she has worked throughout her term to represent parishioners’ interests and assist individuals with casework issues where possible.

Born in Jersey, Deptuy Binet previously worked in the agricultural sector until 2014 and was co-founder and finance director of the Jersey Royal Company.

She also co-founded and served as a trustee for charity Focus on Mental Illness.

Scott Wickenden

Scott Wickenden is seeking election as a Deputy for the St Martin and Grouville district, having previously served in the States Assembly from 2014 to 2022.

First elected in 2014, Mr Wickenden represented St Helier for two terms before stepping down at the 2022 election and subsequently relocating to St Martin.

During his time in office, he held several ministerial roles, including Education Minister, Assistant Chief Minister, and Assistant Social Security Minister.

Mr Wickenden has said he is standing for election after watching recent political developments with “growing concern”, particularly around leadership, cost of living pressures and public finances.

He argued that Jersey has been affected by political infighting and a lack of focus on delivery, which he says has contributed to islanders’ concerns.

His campaign has focused on restoring what he describes as clearer leadership, stronger accountability and greater emphasis on practical policy outcomes.

Mr Wickenden also highlighted the rising cost of living and wider economic pressures, which he says have worsened in recent years.

Among his policy proposals is a call for the temporary suspension of fuel duty, which he argues would help islanders and businesses manage rising global energy costs.

He said Jersey is particularly exposed to international inflation pressures due to its reliance on imported goods, transport and energy.