Reform Jersey, the Social Democratic Party

Turning
The Tide

A fairer, stronger Jersey — guided by clear principles, accountable government, and an economy that works for everyone.

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Elected Deputies in 2022

Key Pledges

Candidates for 2026

2026

General Election

Reform Jersey 2026 Manifesto

Key Pledges

Invest in Our Young People

Deliver new youth and education facilities, including new youth centres in town and Le Squez, and a new Highlands College campus.
Complete the project to restore Fort Regent as a leisure and entertainment venue.
Develop a package of incentives to encourage young people to stay in or return to Jersey after their studies, including housing support.

Support Our Families

Deliver hundreds of new family-sized houses for first-time buyers and those looking to upsize.
Continue to expand support for subsidised childcare so parents can return to work when it is best for their family and the upbringing of their children.
Introduce legislation on ‘Online Harms’ so families can have confidence that their children can explore the digital world safely.

Protect Our Environment

Protect and enhance our urban and countryside green spaces, and marine environment in the upcoming Island Plan
Ensure a ‘just transition’ by supporting green initiatives that ease the pressure of energy costs and enhance our quality of life
Introduce a new Transport policy, incorporating improved bus services, cycle routes, and active transport infrastructure to make sustainable travel easier and more accessible

Reduce the Cost of Government

Significantly reduce the use of consultants by being politically decisive
Consolidate services and departments where they are being delivered inefficiently
Fix the government’s IT infrastructure that blocks departments from working together

Defend Our Pensioners

Introduce an enhanced tax allowance for pensioners, similar to the one that was abolished under a previous government.
Expand eligibility for the ‘Pension Plus’ scheme providing cheaper access to doctors, opticians and dentists.
Provide comfortable housing for those looking to downsize in their communities.

Nurture Our Communities

Deliver the new hospital and focus on improving staff recruitment and retention to reduce waiting lists
Improve how government works with and supports Jersey’s charities, including by resolving longstanding funding barriers.
Implement Modern Day Slavery legislation and enhance the rules around work permits, so those coming to work in Jersey can do so with dignity.

Support Jersey's Businesses

Promote inward investment, with a focus on the industries of the future, digital and green jobs
Scrap unnecessary red tape that places undue burdens on businesses
Improve government procurement processes and prioritise local businesses for government contracts

Fix Jersey's Tax System

Simplify Income Tax by reducing the Marginal Rate and applying it to all Islanders.
Scrap the upper earnings caps in Social Security Contributions and Long Term Care charge.
Work with Guernsey and the Isle of Man to ensure our Corporate Tax systems remain competitive and targeted effectively.

Key Pledges

The top three priorities
of the next government.

We believe that the top three priorities of the next government must be to:

Address the cost of living

Prepare Jersey for the challenges of the future

Restore accountability to government

About Us

Election 2026

Candidates

Senatorial

Senator

Sam Mézec

Jersey (Island-wide)

Connétables

Connétable

Rob Ward

St. Helier

St. Helier Central

What We've Delivered

Our Record

We have shown ourselves to be effective and responsible leaders through diligent Scrutiny work, private members propositions or as government ministers.

All Policies

Residential Tenancy Law

A new Residential Tenancy Law, bringing about the biggest enhancements to the rules governing our rental market in over a decade.

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Minimum Wage

Together, we raised the Minimum Wage, in conjunction with a support package for businesses, to ensure the best economic outcomes from moving to the Living Wage.

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Building a Fairer Economy

Investing in skills, backing small business, and promoting responsible growth for all of Jersey.

“This election is our opportunity to put Jersey back on a path towards reaching its potential and restoring hope that a happy and prosperous life can be built here, once again.”

Sam Mézec

Leader, Reform Jersey

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