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Mark Labey has been elected as Constable of Grouville, after narrowly beating opponent Sarah Howard.
Mr Labey will replace John Le Maistre who stepped down after serving as Constable for nine years.
“Born and bred Grouville man” Mark Labey, is currently the Parish’s Honorary Treasurer of the Chef Tenants of Grouville.
The father-of-three attended Horticultural College, before going on to run his own farming business, and setting up a delivery network in the East of the Island. He joined the Young Farmers Club, becoming Chair, and later the Countryman’s Club.
He spent 20 years in the farming world, but a career change in later life took him to Jersey Post. It saw him become known as the “singing postman”. A passionate performer of many decades, he is well-known in the local community for his involvement in shows.
Of the many hats he has worn, Mr Labey described one of his “most cherished roles” as Chair of the Grouville Battle of Flowers Association, where he is currently Honorary Treasurer.
He closely beat opponent Sarah Howard, with 72 votes between the pair.
Total Votes: 1,878
Sarah Howard: 903
Mark Labey: 975
Invalid Votes: 17
Voter Turnout: 48.5%
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