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35 become British Citizens

Thirty-Five (35) individuals are now registered as British Citizens after being previously Naturalised as British Overseas Territories Citizens. Photo: GIS
'Taking of a new nationality is a matter of significance for every individual and British law requires that those who acquire British nationality in this way must not only demonstrate a commitment to the United Kingdom, but also knowledge of its history, its institutions and its language,' Governor Daniel Pruce has said. Photo: www.nalawsolicitors.co.uk
'Taking of a new nationality is a matter of significance for every individual and British law requires that those who acquire British nationality in this way must not only demonstrate a commitment to the United Kingdom, but also knowledge of its history, its institutions and its language,' Governor Daniel Pruce has said. Photo: www.nalawsolicitors.co.uk
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Thirty-Five (35) individuals are now registered as British Citizens after being previously Naturalised as British Overseas Territories Citizens.

During a ceremony held at the Government House on November 7, 2024, the individuals recited the Oath of Allegiance to His Majesty the King, as well as the Pledge of Loyalty to the United Kingdom.

The new citizens also received congratulatory remarks from His Excellency the Governor, Mr Daniel Pruce and Registrar General, Mrs Tashi O’Flaherty-Maduro.

According to a Government Information Service (GIS) press release on November 22, 2024, Governor Pruce said, “The process you have gone through to get to where you are today and this ceremony, are matters to which ministers in His Majesty’s government each person attach great importance.”

A shared respect for democratic values

The Governor added, “It’s a significant and solemn occasion. They rightly consider that the taking of a new nationality is a matter of significance for every individual and British law requires that those who acquire British nationality in this way must not only demonstrate a commitment to the United Kingdom, but also knowledge of its history, its institutions and its language.”

Governor Pruce said the success that both the VI and the UK enjoy in the global economy is founded upon a number of shared factors, including their Common Law legal systems and respect for the rule of law.

The Governor said, “Our connections go much further than that, through our history, our people and our culture. Most importantly as part of the British family, we have a shared respect for democratic values and for the rights and the freedoms of all persons.

The British Nationality Act states that individuals who are Naturalised as British Overseas Territory Citizens after May 21, 2002, can apply to the United Kingdom Government to be registered as British Citizens.

British Citizens

The new British Citizens are: Venita Zenora Stevens-Allan, Yvettlyn Wilhelmena Andrew Alfred, Anthony August, Ziad Abedulkareem Radwan Bazza, Catherine Theresa Gordon-Caul, Dianne Seana Peters-Carter, John Talbert Cohen, Josette Sophia Dixon-Cooper, Victor Emmanuel Nisbett-Faulkner, Melessa Kendra Marsha-Ann Richards-Ferdinand, Bernadette Therese Williams-George, Bridgette Kenya Grant, Roequan Shaun Hemerding, Morris Fitzroy Higgins, Joan Isidore, Joseph Allister James, Sherry-Ann Carita Virginia James, Nakisha Fiona Jones, Rolanda Cassandra Ione Maduro, Erieshel Amika Paul, Jane-Ann Mary Peters, Lynetta Grethel Eletha Pope, Jodiann Carla Purcell, Judith Ann John Robinson, Carlos Marcello Salmon, Almel Narain Sammy, Vishwanie Singh, Nelcia St Jean, Ralph Joseph St Jean, Shadi Nazir Tarabein, Alianna Denica Thomas, Dandra Trishton Vanterpool, Estefani Vanterpool, Kaydia Sherema Vanterpool, and Charlesworth Lemuel Welcome.

15 Responses to “35 become British Citizens”

  • african (24/11/2024, 09:20) Like (9) Dislike (19) Reply
    Citizens of Independent countries all returning back to Masser, who oppressed their ancestors for centuries. What a damn SHAME.
    • Idiot (24/11/2024, 11:27) Like (10) Dislike (0) Reply
      All BVIslanders are British citizens! It's just that those naturalized after 2003 (I think) need to apply for British citizenship and can then apply for a Britsh passport. With a British passport you do not need a u.s visa since u.k has a visa waiver with u.s. or just like NY BVIslander can emigrate to u.k. if they wish.
      • Josiahsbay (25/11/2024, 09:34) Like (3) Dislike (1) Reply
        It's incredulous that after the colonizers had their way with the territory and its people, they turned around and told them that they were not fully a part of the colonizer. Yet, the former colonial power is "Head of State" it is appalling and an inferred superiority.
  • Well (24/11/2024, 10:12) Like (10) Dislike (18) Reply
    Our people have given away the rights and privileges that our forefathers fought so hard to get. This generation in power is a careless generation that does not value the right things. However, the true meaning of the COI is coming out as we continue to see these different boards created that the Government doesn't have direct control of while the Governors' direct powers remain intact and are growing.
  • Happy (24/11/2024, 10:19) Like (7) Dislike (2) Reply
    Congratulation to all!!!!
  • Wellsah (24/11/2024, 12:05) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    congrats. "those who acquire British nationality in this way must not only demonstrate a commitment to the United Kingdom, but also knowledge of its history, its institutions and its language" lol no you don't if you're a BOT citizen just submit the application and have a character witness.
  • When ayo gonna stop this phuck? (24/11/2024, 18:01) Like (8) Dislike (13) Reply
    Man ayo stop giving away this country to these ungratefuls. Today we had a march and i doubt any ah them showed up
    • @when aryo,,,, (24/11/2024, 19:24) Like (5) Dislike (1) Reply
      Fool they are British citizens and can apply for a British passport just like you. Foolish!
  • Oh Well (24/11/2024, 18:05) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    Here we go again. Melessa, you sure got a long name. Welcome to the New world.
  • african (24/11/2024, 20:07) Like (2) Dislike (1) Reply
    Well they right not to show up. A set a A$$E$ are you is
  • question (24/11/2024, 20:58) Like (0) Dislike (1) Reply
    So since resident status can only be granted after 20 years of residing here what about the persons who didn't reach 20 and already get? If it was ten years and people apply and get but some still here longer than ten but still under 20 will they now have to wait the 20 years?
    • small island (25/11/2024, 11:25) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
      This is what happened to many of us under Fahie's fast track. All set to apply with over 10 yrs but not 20 and he changed it back to 20....
  • we all British now (25/11/2024, 14:39) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    Everybody from here now!!! might as well
  • Forbidden Truth (25/11/2024, 18:30) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    Keep it up.....these people do no ot like Virgin islanders or the Virgin islands
    • @Forbidden Truth (25/11/2024, 19:31) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
      These people are our blood, bones and tribe as who and where we all are, is only because of where de boat dem stop. The first question that needs answered is, who really stands to gain by us hating each other so much and fighting among ourselves? Always remember that there has always been puppets and puppeteers. Who exactly are you in the grand scheme of things?


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