New Cabinet Members Sworn into Office in Bermuda
Kim Wilkerson, Jache Adams and Crystal Caesar after being sworn into office as new Cabinet members on Monday
New Cabinet Appointments
Premier David Burt welcomed three new members to the cabinet of his ruling Progressive Labour Party (PLP) on Monday, more than a month after two senior members quit his administration.
About the New Cabinet Members
At a simple ceremony at Government House, Kim Wilkerson, an insurance industry veteran, Crystal Caesar, and Jache Adams were sworn into office.
Kim Wilkerson’s Appointment
Wilkerson has been sworn in as the Attorney General and Minister of Justice, replacing Kathy-Lynn Simmons, who resigned from the Burt administration in August. Simmons has since quit as the parliamentary representative for the Sandys North constituency, resulting in a bye-election scheduled for October 4 this year. Wilkerson replaces the Reverend Emily Gail Dill in the Upper House. He is the party’s candidate for next month’s by-election.
Crystal Caesar’s Appointment
Caesar has been appointed Minister for the Cabinet Office, replacing Vance Campbell, who resigned from the government and has since joined the central opposition One Bermuda Alliance (OBA).
Jache Adams’ Appointment
Adams has been appointed as Junior Minister of Finance.
Conclusion
The swearing-in ceremony marked a significant milestone for the PLP, with Premier David Burt confident that the new cabinet members will bring fresh perspectives and expertise to the administration. As the party gears up for the upcoming bye-election, the new cabinet appointments are expected to play a crucial role in shaping the country’s future.
FAQs
* When did the new cabinet members take office?
+ The new cabinet members took office on Monday.
* Who replaced Kathy-Lynn Simmons as Attorney General and Minister of Justice?
+ Kim Wilkerson replaced Kathy-Lynn Simmons.
* Who replaced Vance Campbell as Minister for the Cabinet Office?
+ Crystal Caesar replaced Vance Campbell.
* Who is Jache Adams’ role in the new cabinet?
+ Jache Adams was appointed as Junior Minister of Finance.