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She's normally busy inspiring Islanders with fashion ideas through her newly-launched magazine, Manner, but this week, Sophie Wilkinson is sharing her ideas for improving Island life.
Sophie kickstarted a drive to get fashion firmly on Jersey's agenda last week, but today she shares her thoughts on historic paycard systems, mental health and happy hours. Here's what she had to say.
This is an issue that means a lot to me. The waiting and referral times have to improve. There has to be somewhere people can go to seek help within a matter of days, people should not have to wait months for an appointment.
Pictured: Sophie at the launch of her new fashion magazine, Manner.
If people were helped from a younger age, it would lessen the severity of the issues later on in life.
I cannot believe the amount of restaurants and bars that still don't understand the importance of allergies and dietary requirements. I understand that a lot of people choose to be gluten free, but for celiacs it is imperative we have and maintain a gluten-free diet.
Pictured: As a celiac, Sophie would like to see more consideration in restaurants for people with allergies.
All staff should receive training and all be aware of the various dietary requirements, including contamination.
What a dated system! I think all car parks should run as Sand Street does. No hassle, simple payments and no massive fine if you're slightly late!
You can see what "Love Thursdays" is trying to do, but it just isn't working. There is no point in a handful of shops opening late now and then - all shops should be committed.
Pictured: Sophie thinks that all shops should be 'alive after 5', not just some.
One of the concerns from smaller boutiques is the cost of staff for the extra hours, but, if all shops were committed, it would drive the footfall more regularly.
I would like to see more support for local bars and restaurants with regard to being able to offer happy hours or drinks deals mid-week.People will drink if they want to and increasing taxes on drinks will just force more people to buy drink in a supermarket and drink at home.
Pictured: Sophie thinks introducing drinks offers would be great for the hospitality industry.
If it continues the way it is, people will continue to drink at home and before long the pubs will be forced to close. Allowing a happy hour or mid-week offers will increase custom for the bar owners and also create a friendly, social environment.
The views expressed in this piece are those of the author and not those of Bailiwick Express.
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