Deputy Dave Jones dies after battling ill health
Deputy Dave Jones has died after battling ill health. He passed away on Tuesday morning at his home, with his family.
The veteran politician served as a Deputy for Vale since 2000.
Timeline of Deputy Jones's political career
Deputy Dave Jones, who passed away this morning, was elected as Deputy for Vale in 2000.
As one of the longest serving politicians, he served in a variety of roles, including 12 years as the Minister for Housing.
Below is a timeline of the positions he serve in.
2000
- Elected Member of the Housing Authority
- Elected Member of the Public Assistance Authority
- Elected Member of the States Procedures and Constitution Committee
2001
- Elected Member of the Civil Defence Committee
- Elected Member of the Telecommunications Board
2004 (re-elected in 2008 & 2012)
- Elected Minister Housing Department
- Ex-officio Member of the Policy Council
2016
- Elected President of the States Trading Supervisory Board
22nd May 2012 to 4th May 2016
- He was an Acting Presiding Officer of the States of Deliberation
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