A group of 12 people – including the Chief Minister, Ian Gorst, Treasury Minister Philip Ozouf, the Lieutenant-Governor, General Sir John McColl, the Bailiff, Sir Michael Birt, senior States officers and several UK MPs – dined at the Michelin-starred Atlantic Hotel on Sunday 23 June with a final bill, including drinks, of £1084.75.
Defending the cost of the meal, Senator Gorst said yesterday in a written response to a States question from Deputy Shona Pitman: ‘The dinner provided the opportunity for the committee to focus on the inquiry’s main areas of interest, and ask related questions.
‘The committee members were staying overnight at the Atlantic Hotel, which is why the dinner was held at this venue. The committee met the costs of their flights and accommodation.’
