From UK athlete to parliament: Serena Guthrie wins senator seat
Summary
Serena Guthrie, a former top netball player from Jersey, has been elected as a senator in the island’s States Assembly in her first run for political office. She campaigned on issues like the high cost of living, better healthcare, and childcare support.Key Facts
- Serena Guthrie won a senator seat in Jersey with over 12,000 votes, finishing fifth in the islandwide election.
- She is a former England netball captain with 110 international appearances and won Commonwealth gold in 2018.
- Guthrie was awarded an MBE in 2019 for her services to netball.
- She retired from professional netball in 2022 and returned to live in Jersey.
- Her political campaign focused on reducing living costs, improving healthcare, and childcare access.
- She is affiliated with the Value Jersey political movement, which emphasizes tackling the high cost of living.
- Guthrie expressed concern about the rising expenses in Jersey, including housing and everyday costs.
- Upon election, she pledged to be a voice for change and to challenge existing systems in government.
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