The Bureau des Îles Anglo-Normandes (BIAN) represents the Governments of Guernsey and Jersey in France. It has been operational since June 2014 and operates under the authority of Guernsey’s Policy and Resources Committee and Jersey’s Ministry for External Relations. It is responsible for ensuring the continuity of relations between the Islands and the French authorities, as well as promoting political, economic, cultural and educational exchanges.
At the time of its creation Guernsey’s Chief Minister, Deputy Jonathan LE TOCQ, said:Â “This is a hugely constructive step which we and our colleagues are taking together. I know this is a development that will be warmly received in France”. Jersey’s Minister for External Relations, Senator Sir Philip BAILHACHE, said:Â “Our objective remains to further develop mutually beneficial links with our French neighbours and this new partnership will also help us build stronger relationships with government in Paris.”
A French national, Elise previously lived in the Channel Islands where she worked in tourism and recruitment. Having worked for both Jersey and Guernsey companies, she knows the Islands well and is perfectly placed to further develop relations with French interlocutors.
