Islanders vote in Alderney election
Four newcomers have been voted into the States of Alderney, in an election that saw support for established politicians plummet.
Four newcomers elected to the States of Alderney
Four newcomers have been voted into the States of Alderney, in an election that saw support for established politicians plummet.
Newcomer James Dent topped the polls with 624 votes, with Louis Jean coming second with 527 votes.
Mr Jean was the only politician to be re-elected.
Meanwhile former members Francis Simonet, Neil Harvey and Christopher Rowley all suffered a drop in support.
Turnout was high at 69%, with 1,362 people casting their vote; an increase of 102 from the last election.
Below is a list of the candidates elected:
- James Dent - 624 votes
- Louis Jean - 527 votes
- Alex Snowdon - 480 votes
- Mike Dean - 381 votes
- Tony Barnes - 294 votes
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