Scott Wickenden
Scott Wickenden is a former States Member, first elected to the States of Jersey in 2014. Scott Wickenden has declared his intention to stand in the upcoming 2026 Deputies Election in District 9. \[jerseyeveningpost.com\]
Scott Wickenden is a 37-year-old Jerseyman with experience in FinTech and IT roles, standing as an independent deputy candidate for St Helier district 1. His platform emphasizes diversifying the economy through the digital sector, reducing government spending, tackling unemployment, developing an informed population and immigration policy, and reviewing living and minimum wages. He aims to improve residents' quality of life by focusing on economic growth and efficiency rather than government reform.
Issue PositionsAI-extracted
Raises need to assess living wage in Jersey against current minimum wage to support residents.
"We need to look at what a living wage in Jersey would be and see how that compares against the current minimum wage to make sure that the government is not failing to support residents at all levels of society."
Supports building economic diversity through the digital sector and initiatives for businesses to reduce unemployment.
Work towards and support initiatives for new and current businesses
“I will work towards and support any initiatives that help new and current businesses small and large.”
Start war on unemployment by creating new businesses
“Jersey needs to start a war on unemployment, this can only happen by creating new businesses and supporting the current unemployed”
Campaigned against over-development in St Helier and to protect green spaces like People's Park.
"I have campaigned against the over development of St Helier on sites such as Gas Place, La Collette and fought to prevent any development on our beautiful People’s Park."
As a multiple-term Deputy for St Helier No 1, prioritizes housing policy, affordable homes, and urban rental market issues.
"Elected as Deputy of St Helier No 1 (2014, 2018); standing in District 9 (2026)"
Calls for determining Jersey's population saturation point to inform a robust immigration policy.
Find population saturation point to create informed immigration policy
“The government needs to find out what the saturation point for Jersey’s population is and use it to create a robust and informed immigration policy.”
Opposes excessive public sector growth and proposes reducing costs through modern service delivery methods.
Reduce costs using modern service delivery methodologies
“I would look at how we can start to reduce our costs by using modern service delivery methodologies to reduce duplication, costs and spending.”
Plans to create a carpark at La Collette to improve facilities for residents and rejuvenate access to Havre des Pas.
"I want to get a carpark created at La Collette to give better facilities for the residents of the area and help rejuvenate the access to our beautiful Havre des Pas."
Scott Wickenden
Introduction
My name is Scott Wickenden, I’m a 37 year old Jerseyman.
I am standing as an independent deputy candidate for St Helier district 1.
I believe that I have the right skills and experience to help Jersey forward in creating diversity in our economy, reduce spending and to help plan for the future needs of the Island for all.
Career
Following secondary school and collecting my GCSEs I immediately embarked on a diverse series of roles such as a locksmith, graphic designer, barman and shop assistant. These roles served to broaden my understanding of employment and lifestyles on the island.
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2018 Deputies Election
Deputy of St Helier No 1 · 16th May 2018 · 3 seats
| # | Candidate | Party | Votes | % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Judy Martin | Independent | 871 | 51.8% |
| 2 | Russell Labey | Independent | 833 | 49.5% |
| 3 | Scott Wickendenthis candidate | Independent | 682 | 40.5% |
| 4 | Kelly Langdon | Reform Jersey | 441 | 26.2% |
| 5 | John McNichol | Reform Jersey | 435 | 25.8% |
| 6 | Nick Le Cornu | Independent | 364 | 21.6% |
| 7 | Yann Mash | Reform Jersey | 314 | 18.7% |
| 8 | Jason Lagadu | Independent | 274 | 16.3% |
2014 Deputies Election
Deputy of St Helier No 1 · 15th October 2014 · 3 seats
| # | Candidate | Party | Votes | % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Judy Martin | Independent | 946 | 65.8% |
| 2 | Russell Labey | Independent | 811 | 56.4% |
| 3 | Scott Wickendenthis candidate | Independent | 476 | 33.1% |
| 4 | Shannen Kerrigan | Reform Jersey | 355 | 24.7% |
| 5 | Nick Le Cornu | Independent | 311 | 21.6% |
| 6 | Gino Risoli | Independent | 192 | 13.4% |