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Lorie A. Freeman tipped to be Director of Social Security Board

Virgin Islander Miss Lorie A. Freeman has been approved by Cabinet to become the new Director of the British Virgin Islands (BVI) Social Security Board. Photo: Team of Reporters
The instrument of appointment was formally presented to the House of Assembly (HoA) by the Minister for Health and Social Development, Honourable Vincent O. Wheatley (R9). Photo: YouTube onourable Vincent O. Wheatley (R9),
The instrument of appointment was formally presented to the House of Assembly (HoA) by the Minister for Health and Social Development, Honourable Vincent O. Wheatley (R9). Photo: YouTube onourable Vincent O. Wheatley (R9),
While the Health Minister tabled the instruments of appointment in the House, he noted that the decision is subject to a negative resolution, which means it will take effect unless formally objected to within a stipulated time frame. Photo: Team of Reporters
While the Health Minister tabled the instruments of appointment in the House, he noted that the decision is subject to a negative resolution, which means it will take effect unless formally objected to within a stipulated time frame. Photo: Team of Reporters
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Virgin Islander Ms Lorie A. Freeman has been approved by Cabinet to become the new Director of the British Virgin Islands (BVI) Social Security Board.

The instrument of appointment was formally presented to the House of Assembly (HoA) by the Minister for Health and Social Development, Honourable Vincent O. Wheatley (R9), during the closing session of the Twenty First Sitting of the First Session of the Fifth House of Assembly (HoA) on December 19, 2024.

The appointment is carried out in accordance with Section 7(1)(AB) of the Social Security Ordinance, according to the instrument laid.

Jeanette A. Scatliffe-Boynes out

While the minister tabled the instruments of appointment in the House, he noted that the decision is subject to a negative resolution, which means it will take effect unless formally objected to within a stipulated time frame.

Ms Freeman will replace retired Diretor Mrs Jeanette A. Scatliffe-Boynes. 

An Accountant, Ms Freeman holds Bachelor and Master’s Degrees and has been with the organisation for over ten years. 

16 Responses to “Lorie A. Freeman tipped to be Director of Social Security Board”

  • Proud (20/12/2024, 10:44) Like (25) Dislike (1) Reply
    congratulations daughter of the soil!!!
  • Well (20/12/2024, 10:59) Like (23) Dislike (1) Reply
    Congrats Lorie you deserve a chance. You have the qualifications, experience, and right attitude with your staff and people.
  • Loilopop (20/12/2024, 11:24) Like (13) Dislike (0) Reply
    GOOOOOOO GIRLLLL
  • Native Senior Citizen of the British Virgin Islands (20/12/2024, 11:26) Like (21) Dislike (0) Reply
    Congratulations to you, Ms Lorie Freeman, don't forget that you are a free woman chosen to do the things that are right.
    I admonish you not to allowed political Leaders to dip their hands in in our Social security money as was done, according to passed reports.
    Thank you, and again congratulations to you.

    Enjoy the remainder of the year, and may your future be bright, God your Creator being your help, strength and protector. Amen.
  • z6ne (20/12/2024, 12:37) Like (17) Dislike (0) Reply
    Congratulations Lorie.....We're Proud of You
  • Go Freeman (20/12/2024, 13:18) Like (17) Dislike (0) Reply
    This is well deserved. Congratulations Ms. Freeman and continue to stay humble.
  • Yessss (20/12/2024, 14:43) Like (12) Dislike (0) Reply
    YESSSSS
  • hog city (20/12/2024, 17:49) Like (5) Dislike (2) Reply
    esteem you mean you did not fight for your scb girl that's a big voting block
  • Sallymae (20/12/2024, 19:08) Like (1) Dislike (5) Reply
    YESSSS!!!!!!!!What happened to Michelle xxxxxxx.
  • the rock (21/12/2024, 05:36) Like (10) Dislike (0) Reply
    Beauty and Brains; nice!
  • lodger (21/12/2024, 09:42) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply
    She will do well plus she is qualified and born here
  • guy hill (21/12/2024, 10:08) Like (6) Dislike (0) Reply
    Congratulation Ms.Freeman. Always continúe with God's grace to do and be your very best. Be Brave.
  • Congrats!! (22/12/2024, 09:20) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
    They finally chose a qualified, educated person to run the SDB. Only of the ministers of government had such qualifications the country would be in a better position. Congrats Ms. Freeman.
  • Da Truth (22/12/2024, 21:21) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    Vincent finally grown some balls! Great decision great appointment
  • To Mrs Freeman (22/12/2024, 22:42) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    SSB is the pension fund for the country. Please do not pander to the Ministers that wish to take the people's pensions.


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