David Pearey
David Pearey (born 15 July 1948) was the Governor of the British Virgin Islands from 18 April 2006 to 5 August 2010. He was appointed by Queen Elizabeth II on the advice of the British government, to represent the Queen in the territory, and to act as the de facto head of state.
David Pearey | |
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 David Pearey (left) congratulating Ralph T. O'Neal (right) on his appointment as first Premier of the British Virgin Islands. | |
| Governor of the British Virgin Islands | |
| In office 18 April 2006 – 5 August 2010 | |
| Monarch | Elizabeth II |
| Premier | Orlando Smith Ralph T. O'Neal |
| Preceded by | Tom Macan |
| Succeeded by | William Boyd McCleary |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 15 July 1948 |
| Viceregal styles of David Pearey (2006-2010) | |
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| Reference style | His Excellency |
| Spoken style | Your Excellency |
Prior to his appointment as governor, Pearey served as High Commissioner to Malawi from 2004 to 2005.
He has a wife, Susan, and one daughter.
Offices
| Preceded by Tom Macan |
Governor of the British Virgin Islands 2006-2010 |
Succeeded by William Boyd McCleary |
See also
- Governor of the British Virgin Islands
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