Mr David D. Archer Jr.'s (middle) Oath of Allegiance and the Oath for Due Execution of Office were administered by Her Ladyship, the Honourable Justice Angelica Teelucksingh, in the presence of His Excellency Governor Pruce. Photo: Government of the Virgin Islands

Governor out of VI

Mr Archer's appointment follows the absence of His Excellency, the Governor, Mr Daniel Pruce, who is currently out of the Territory.

Mr Archer's Oath of Allegiance and the Oath for Due Execution of Office were administered by Her Ladyship, the Honourable Justice Angelica Teelucksingh, in the presence of His Excellency Governor Pruce.

Deputy Governor Archer's appointment is in accordance with section 37 (1) (a) of the Virgin Islands Constitution Order 2007, which states: “During any period when the office of Governor is vacant, or the Governor is absent from the Virgin Islands, or is otherwise unable to perform the functions of his or her office, the Deputy Governor shall, during His Majesty’s pleasure, act in the office of Governor and shall perform the functions of that office accordingly.”