13 September 2007
Jersey’s close relationship with Normandy will be discussed tomorrow (Thursday) as Chief Minister Frank Walker welcomes a delegation from the Conseil Général de la Manche at Elizabeth Castle.
Led by the Vice-President of the Council, Erick Beaufils the group will meet with their opposite numbers in Jersey, including a number of politicians and leading civil servants.
Transport links between the Island and France will be discussed alongside recycling initiatives and sporting exchange opportunities. Following the morning’s meeting the delegation will view the International Air Display from the grounds of Elizabeth Castle.
The French group will be travelling to Jersey from Carteret courtesy of Manches Iles Express onboard their new passenger vessel, ‘Le Tocqueville’, which is making its maiden voyage to the Island.
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Notes to Editors
1. A Press Conference/Photo Opportunity will be held in the Albert Pier Terminal (Gate 3) on Thursday 13 September at 5pm. Members of the media wishing to attend should contact Alan Donald at the Communications Unit on telephone 440421.
2. For further information and comment please contact Kevin Lemasney, Strategy Development Manager for Economic Development on mobile: 07797 783457.
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