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(PLTM) - Governor John Duncan is winding down his stint in the BVI, with an official farewell tour of the sister islands of Virgin Gorda, Anegada and Jost Van Dyke.
"I wanted to visit our sister islands to bid farewell before the schools break for the holidays. Young people are the future of our community," stated the Governor, who is serving his final weeks.
"Their passion for learning and the enthusiasm and dedication of their teachers are an inspiration. Each sister island has a unique community and it has always been a real pleasure to meet with the people, both young and old.
Governor Duncan took office on August 15, 2014.
The Governor, who is known for his historic move earlier this year, by exercising his constitutional powers to force the government to allocate more money for the police force and legal system, will be replaced by new Governor, Augustus ‘Gus’ Jaspert.
His office stated that in Virgin Gorda, the Governor met with the principal, teachers and students of the Bregado Flax Educational Centre – Primary Division, the Robinson O’Neal Memorial Primary School and the Ciboney School for Excellence.
Governor Duncan also called on the Virgin Gorda seniors, and visited Yacht Harbour and Leverick Bay.
He met public officers at the Virgin Gorda Administration Complex and thanked them for their hard work during his tenure.
His Excellency also hosted a meet and mix at Hog Heaven restaurant, that included residents from the Valley and North Sound.
On Jost Van Dyke, Governor Duncan attended the graduation for the Jost Van Dyke School and addressed the students, parents and staff.
He visited the Administration Building, the Public Works Department facilities, the Solid Waste facility and Foxy’s Taboo at East End.
The Governor toured renovations at the Fisherman’s Wharf and visited the Emile Dunlop Community Centre on Anegada.
He attended the opening ceremony of the new visitor facilities at the Iguana Centre and toured the clinic and the Government Complex.
Governor Duncan was presented with a special gift from each of the islands as a memento of his time in the Territory.
He wished everyone well, and a safe and prosperous future.
He is the 16th Governor of the Virgin Islands.
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