States Members have paid tribute to Sir Timothy Le Cocq, as he presided over his last parliamentary meeting as Jersey's Bailiff.
Sir Timothy Le Cocq was appointed by the late Queen Elizabeth II on 17 October 2019, becoming Jersey's 90th Bailiff, and told islanders he intended to sit for six years to the day.
However, has been presiding over States sittings since around 2015, previously in his role as Deputy Bailiff.
In 2022, Sir Tim was knighted by the Prince of Wales and then welcomed King Charles III and Queen Camilla when Jersey hosted Their Majesties in July 2024.
Today Sir Tim addressed States members by joking that it may sound like he is 'choked with emotion', but he, in fact, has 'an extremely bad cold'.
He said his time as Bailiff has been an incredible and memorable journey.
"It's quite strange to be sitting here for the last time.
"You never forget your first time, as they say.
"You also never forget your first point of order..."
He continued to poke fun by saying:
"That was Deputy Tadier.
"Forgive and forget, Deputy, that's what I say... But I won't."
On a more serious note, he ended his final speech by reminding members and the public about the duties of parliament.
"This assembly is at its very best when it is tolerant, when it is kind, and when it does not engage in ad hominem attacks; that's the assembly I remember, that's the assembly I am proud of, and have been privileged to have served.
"I shall miss it very much."
The Bailiff's Mace
Deputy Bailiff, Robert MacRae, will step into the role.
He is expected to be sworn into office as the 91st Bailiff of Jersey on 24 October 2025.
Mr MacRae has been Deputy Bailiff since 2020 and is a former Attorney General.
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