The States Assembly Podcast
Information and insights from the States Greffe on how Jersey's political system works and how to make it work for you.
The States Greffe provides politically impartial support and advice on the business and procedures of the States Assembly - Jersey's elected parliament, to States Members (the Island's politicians) and government departments.
The States Assembly Podcast
Introducing Jersey's new Bailiff
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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