Under her leadership since 2014, Belfast Council developed a 20-year city strategy, which helped create more jobs, find solutions to skills shortages, deliver significant community regeneration, and addressed inequalities and social exclusion. Suzanne worked across Belfast communities, identifying local needs with the 60-member council, representing eight political parties across ten electoral areas.
When she was appointed, the Chief Minister, Senator John Le Fondré, said "Suzanne brings with her a wealth of experience and has proven success in tackling inequalities and encouraging community cohesion."
Suzanne said "My priority will be to support the Council of Ministers with their ambitious agenda, and to focus the public service on improving the lives of those most in need and on removing any barriers to their success.
"It will be a privilege to get to know more about the culture, traditions, heritage and pride which make Jersey special and, of course, doing my bit to ensure that the Government protects these. I appreciate there is much to be done to enhance life for all, both now and in the future. I want to build the right relationships and lead a talented and motivated organisation to support Ministers to both address the challenges we face and embrace the opportunities that exist.”
For those of who you were unable to make the Leaders’ Lunch on Thursday 31st March 2022 and would like to watch the presentation, please visit our IoD Jersey Vimeo account.