Christopher Lakeman Arts Foundation launches in memory of devoted advocate

Following Advocate Christopher Lakeman’s death in February this year, a charitable trust has been established in his memory.

As a member of the Jersey States government from 1999 until 2004, Senator Lakeman championed a host of human rights issues. Christopher was a former chairman of Jersey Opera House, the island's Danish Consul and a consultant at the law firm of Le Gallais and Luce.  

“Christopher was an enthusiastic patron of the arts in Jersey and one of his most recent passions was the Branchage Film Festival, of which he had been appointed chairman. In the short term the trustees intend to implement ideas that Christopher wished to develop before his death, primarily to make the festival accessible to local primary school children. In the longer term, the foundation will consider further projects, depending on the donations received”, says trustee Charles Pitter. 

Mr Lakeman was a very caring individual and he always made time for those who were in difficulty.

Jersey solicitors Charles Pitter and Paul Scally, along with Xanthe Hamilton, are trustees of the Foundation.

Donations can be made by cheque made payable to the “Christopher Lakeman Arts Foundation” c/o Greystones, Le Mont de Rozel, St Martin, Jersey JE3 6AN.