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.
Funeral of Dave Jones to be held this afternoon
The funeral of veteran Guernsey politician Dave Jones takes place this afternoon.
The Deputy for Vale died last week after battling a long illness.
Friends and family will gather at 1pm at Vale Church for his funeral.
It will be followed by a special States sitting at 3pm for politicians to pay tribute to him.
Flags on States buildings will also fly at half mast.
As one of the longest serving politicians he took on a variety of roles, including 12 years as the Minister for Housing.
He was first elected in 2000.
Guernsey's President, Gavin St Pier, described him as "a strong and passionate voice for his constituents and for our island".
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