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Revision as of 13:24, 7 August 2008
Philip Francis Cyril Ozouf | |
|---|---|
| Minister for Economic Development | |
| In office Dec 2005 – Nov 2008 | |
| Constituency | States of Jersey |
| Majority | unopposed |
| Senator | |
| In office Nov 2002 – Nov 2008 | |
| Constituency | Jersey |
| Deputy | |
| In office Nov 1999 – Nov 2002 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | small_ Jersey |
| Died | small_ |
| Resting place | small_ |
| Children | None |
| Parent |
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| Residences | St Saviour, Jersey |
Philip Ozouf Jr. (born 25 March 1970) is a Jersey politician and is Minister for Economic Development.[1]
Biography
Philip Francis Cyril Ozouf was born in Jersey. [citation needed]
He is the son of farmer and former Connétable of Saint Saviour Philip Francis Ozouf.[2]
He was educated at Victoria College, Jersey, then attended the European Business School in London, Frankfurt and Paris; he gained a BA (Hons) International Business and French Equivalent. He also qualified to diploma stage of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants. He speaks fluent French and German. [citation needed]
He also is backing the campaign for the introduction of Civil Partnerships to Jersey. [3]A staunch Tory, Senator Ozouf, nonetheless was a strong supporter of the controversial Goods and Sales Tax (GST), to be introduced on 6th May 2008. It is hoped that this tax, to initially be levied at 3%, on items such as bread, milk and children's clothing, will ultimately help the poor. Yacht fuel will be exempt from GST
Electoral history
He was elected as Deputy for Saint Helier District 3&4, in November 1999, topping the poll with 1,618 votes[4], a record number of votes in this district.
He was then elected a Senator in 2002, topping the poll with 14,442 votes.[5]
Current responsibilities
Minister for Economic Development
Senator Ozouf, as Economic Development Minister, has a wide remit, taking responsibility for subjects as varied as transport links, the Competition Law, the Rural Strategy. He is primarily tasked with achieving 2% real economic growth annually.[6] This is something which has been recognised, even by his critics, as no small task. [7]
Jersey Legal Information
Senator Ozouf is a board member, this group provides access to Jersey Legal Information through the internet.[8]
Community Relations Trust
Senator Ozouf is a board member of the above trust which ensures that minority groups in Jersey are not disadvantaged.[9]
Alliance Francaise
Senator Ozouf is the Vice Chairman of the Alliance Francaise Jersey branch.[10]
Assemblee Parlementaire de la Francophonie
Senator Ozouf is a member of the 'french speaking' government assemblies, Jersey branch.[11]
International representation
British Irish Council
Senator Ozouf attended the sixth meeting of the British-Irish Council on environment.[12]
Notable achievements
Fulfillment industry
Senator Ozouf was responsible for 'cleaning up' the Jersey fulfillment industry by preventing companies who sought to exploit the UK VAT threshold by establishing a Jersey mailbox.[1]
The move drew criticism from Deputy Geoff Southern, as Chair of the Economic Affairs scrutiny panel, however the move was welcomed by Jersey businesses.[13]
Ongoing campaigns
Gambling in Jersey
Senator Ozouf has called for Jersey to reform its gambling laws.[14]
Financial Ombudsman
Senator Ozouf has called for the installation of a Financial Ombudsman in Jersey. [15]
Ensuring competition of ferry routes
Senator Ozouf has been a primary driver for the move towards competition on Ferry routes into and out of Jersey and continues to seek the most competitive prices for Jersey people.[16][17]
References
- ^ a b "Cut-price loophole closed on CDs". BBC News. 2006-02-28. Retrieved 2007-07-26.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|date=(help) - ^ "Constable Philip Ozouf in hospital". BBC News. 2003-02-02. Retrieved 2007-07-26.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|date=(help) - ^ "Support for island partnerships:[[Progress Jersey]] campaign for civil partnerships to be legally recognised is being supported by a Jersey senator". BBC News. BBC. 7 May 2006. Retrieved 2007-07-02.
Senator Philip Ozouf says he agrees with a petition being organised by Progress Jersey.
{{cite news}}: Check date values in:|date=(help); URL–wikilink conflict (help) - ^ "Jersey Politics Page: Election results archive". Retrieved 2007-07-26.
- ^ "Senator - Philip Francis Cyril Ozouf". Retrieved 2007-07-26.
- ^ "Council of Ministers". Retrieved 2007-07-26.
- ^ "We Want Our Island Back Newsletter" (PDF). January, 2006. Retrieved 2007-07-26.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|date=(help) - ^ "Jersey Legal Information Board". Retrieved 2007-07-26.
- ^ "Jersey Community Relations Trust: appointment of Chairman and a Trustee". 2004-05-11. Retrieved 2007-07-26.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|date=(help) - ^ "Alliance Française in Jersey". Retrieved 2007-07-26.
- ^ "L'Assemblée Parlementaire de la Francophonie". Retrieved 2007-07-26.
- ^ "Sixth Meeting Of The British-Irish Council (Environment Sectoral Group)". 2005-04-07. Retrieved 2007-07-26.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|date=(help) - ^ "Jersey's fulfilment industry". Baldy's Blog. 2006-10-31. Retrieved 2007-07-26.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|date=(help) - ^ "Island urged to step up gambling". Casino City Times. 2007-06-27. Retrieved 2007-07-26.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|date=(help) - ^ "BIOA – providing a platform for development and improvement" (PDF). The Ombudsman. December, 2006. Retrieved 2007-07-26.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|date=(help) - ^ "Agreement draft for Channel Islands ferry route". 2006-03-08. Retrieved 2007-07-26.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|date=(help) - ^ "Shipping and Port Services Enquiry: Issues Paper" (PDF). 2006-10-04. Retrieved 2007-07-26.
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