We are pleased to have our old friend "Lord Reg" back to join us in this special Guest Posting:
"A vacancy for Jurat has arisen and there is a rumour that it will be a contested election - possibly with a candidate being fielded by the loony left. This would be highly irregular as preferred candidates are normally the domaine of the righteous right.
Readers will be relieved to know that the law specifically states that women and non-anglicans can hold the esteemed office. Very progressive!
'Qualifications for the office of Jurat
(2) For the avoidance of doubt, it is hereby declared that –
(a) a person, by reason of the fact that the person is not a member of the Established Church, shall not be disqualified for being appointed Jurat;
(b) a woman, by reason of her sex or marriage, shall not be disqualified for being appointed Jurat. '
The full 1948 Royal Court (Jersey) Law can be found HERE. It makes for verY interesting reading.
We wish both (or all candidates) the very best of luck! We will be watching with interest...
