Did you know that there are five positions within the States Assembly that are not held by an elected Member?

Perhaps the most active, and visible, of these non-elected Members is the Bailiff and that isn’t just because the post holder wears a bright red robe.

In this episode of the States Assembly Podcast, we take a closer look at the origins of the office and how it relates to the work of the States Assembly with Jersey's new Bailiff, Robert MacRae, who was sworn into the role in October 2025.

We also discover more about a rather Royal artefact the office is responsible for.

Host: Sarah Hopkins

Interviewee: Robert MacRae

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Let's explore the vibrant heart of Jersey's democracy.

This is the first in a limited series of episodes where Vote.je - Jersey's Official Election Guide - is taking over the States Assembly Podcast.

Get an introduction to Jersey elections, hear about the education initiatives which are already teaching our students what they need to know to get political, and find out what sorts of things Jersey's children and young people value the most when it comes to making political decisions.

Recorded in collaboration with the Youth Advisory Group from the Office of the Children's Commissioner for Jersey to mark World Children's Day 2025.

Host: Cathy Keir

Interviewees: Lisa Hart; Molly Gladwin

Special guests: Theo and Jack from the Youth Advisory Group from the Office of the Children's Commissioner for Jersey.

Music credit: QubeSounds - Hip Hop Rock Beats_Chime

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Democracy can be thought of as ‘power of the people’ – a way of governing which depends on the will of people – and our democratic rights are the freedoms we’re granted to express our opinions, participate in public matters and vote at election time.

This episode takes a closer look at some of the real-life stories which demonstrate how people in Jersey have exercised their rights and used their power to make a change.

From swinging into action to save a beloved local park, to creating a human chain across an iconic Island beauty spot, or pushing the power of a petition, these stories celebrate Islanders’ engagement with Jersey’s political system and prove how public action can lead to change and give everyone a voice to make a difference.

Host: Sarah Hopkins

Interviewees: Mike Stentiford MBE, Athena Elliot, Kat de la Mare, Neil Renouf and John Cronin, Emelita Robbins, Poppy Pendergast.

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