52 Individuals Become British Citizens

Fifty-two individuals recently officially became British citizens during a ceremony held at Government House on June 20. The event, presided over by His Excellency the Governor, Daniel Pruce and Registrar General Mrs. Tashi O’Flaherty-Maduro, saw the new citizens take the Oath of Allegiance and Pledge of Loyalty.

Governor Pruce emphasised the significance of the occasion, stating, ‘Today you have taken a significant step. Along with receiving your certificates of citizenship, you have just taken the Oath of Allegiance to His Majesty the King and the Pledge of Loyalty to the United Kingdom. These are not mere words, but a solemn promise—a commitment as you embrace your new nationality.’

Highlighting the historical and cultural ties between the Virgin Islands and the United Kingdom, Governor Pruce added, ‘Our shared success in the global economy is rooted in common law and respect for the rule of law. Today’s ceremony strengthens these bonds that extend through our people and our heritage.’

Mrs. O’Flaherty-Maduro congratulated the new citizens, remarking on the unity and opportunity that British citizenship affords. ‘To our new citizens, I extend heartfelt congratulations,’ she said. ‘Your dedication and hard work have brought you to this momentous day. Today, you join a nation that cherishes its history and looks forward with hope and confidence.’

The new British Citizens are:

Tyshanna Shaly-Ann Andrew

Gemma Nathalia McFarlane-Barrett

Shannice Shannia Theresa Benn

Barrington George Bess

Erisha Kimisha Bobb

Jessita Bryan

Kervin Hutton Carter

Paulette Marcella Chalwell

Latha Chennupati

Johniese Sharon Cohen

Jacqueline Alecia Racquel Daley

Hemant Hemanchal Doodnauth

Maria Althia Doyley

Dionne Gayle A. Boreland-Fearon

Simone Iolanie Foster

Suzette Nicola Frett

Bernadette Therese Williams-George

Beverly Sandra Purcell-George

Mellony Agatha K. Henry-George

Merley Mae Hewitt-Grant

Kelisha Kelicia Huggins

Otis Everton Jacob

Rosalie Beverley Layne

Sherry-Ann Blondina Lavia-Lennon

Koreen Joanne Chester-Marsan

Carlos Risdale Maynard

Collette Malverna McCurdy

Noida Lee Meade

Nathaniel Leopold McKenzie

Mandie Nerissa McKenzie

Wade Melchizedek McKenzie

Mary Hosanna Mitchell

Lachmi Narainasami

Lorenzo Knight Ortiz

Jerome Augustin Pereira

Nola Gretel Peters

Kettia Pierre

Abeana N. Baptiste-Phillip

Paul Adrian Robinson

Cecilyn Edbera Sampson

Sonette Saint-Lot

Keana Beyonce Stela Smart

Kevin Anthony Smith

Lawrenda S. Francois-Smith

Yvonnette Indeira Stevens

Tania T. Wong Sorrentino

Kazim Javid Thomas

Krishna Veni Valluripalli

Sintia L. Gonzalez Vanterpool

Marsha Sybil Vanterpool

Latoya Themaine Winter

Tsao Han Zhang