Philip Rushbrook
Philip Edward Rushbrook is the current Governor of Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha. He was inaugurated on the 11th of May 2019[1] and became the 66th Governor of Saint Helena[2] and the 69th of Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha.[3]
Philip Edward Rushbrook | |
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Governor of Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha | |
In office 11 May 2019 – Present | |
Preceded by | Lisa Honan |
Biography
Personal Life
The governor is married to Janis Rushbrook and has two children.[1] He is based in Saint Helena and currently resides in the Plantation House, a historic residence for Saint Helena Governors.[2]
Inauguration Ceremony
On Saturday 11th May 2019, Philip Rushbrook, accompanied by his wife, Janis Rushbrook, were greeted at Saint Helena Airport, and became the first governor to arrive by air to their Inauguration ceremony. He then became sworn in during an afternoon ceremony, where he was greeted by the inhabitants of the island.[3]
Career
Philip Rushbrook has had many occupations in the Government of the United Kingdom. Previous roles include; Deputy Head of Mission and Director in the Turks and Caicos Islands, Chief officer and deputy governor in sovereign bases, Akrotiri and Dhekelia and National security secratariat.[1]
Early Career
In his early career, Philip Rushbrook worked in environmental services and waste research.[1]