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Corine N. George-Massicote sworn in as new HoA Speaker

Mrs Corine N. George-Massicote, left, being sworn by Clerk Phyllis Evans as the new Speaker of the House of Assembly (HoA) this morning, Thursday, May 26, 2022. Photo: YouTube
Local Attorney Corine N. George-Massicote takes her seat as the new Speaker of the Virgin Islands House of Assembly (HoA). Photo: YouTube
Local Attorney Corine N. George-Massicote takes her seat as the new Speaker of the Virgin Islands House of Assembly (HoA). Photo: YouTube
Former Speaker of the House of Assembly Mr Julian Willock, who resigned from the post. Photo: GIS/File
Former Speaker of the House of Assembly Mr Julian Willock, who resigned from the post. Photo: GIS/File
DUFF’S BOTTOM, Tortola, VI- As first and accurately reported by Virgin Islands News Online, that local Attorney Corine N. George-Massicote was tipped to be the new Speaker of the House of Assembly (HoA), Mrs George-Massicote was sworn in this morning, Thursday, May 26, 2022, at the 3rd Sitting of the 4th Session of the 4th HoA.

The swearing-in of the young female attorney at the Save the Seed Energy Centre in Duff's Bottom, Tortola comes almost three weeks after the untimely resignation of former Speaker Julian Willock.

Mrs George-Massicote was nominated by Premier Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) and seconded by Minister for Communications and Works Hon Kye M. Rymer (R5). There was no nomination from the Opposition.

Prior to being sworn in, Mrs George-Massicote was employed at Trident Trust Co. (BVI) Ltd.

She was the second person tipped for the post in a few days after the first designee Attorney Hakim T. Creque turned down the job.

'Be a quick learner'- Hon Fraser

Opposition Leader Hon Julian Fraser RA (R3), who pointed out there are now 5 women in the HoA, urged the new Speaker to be a “quick learner” and to understand clearly the role of the Speaker, adding that some Speakers in the past have mistakenly felt they should be treated like Ministers.

He also urged Ms George-Massicote to take the advice of the Clerk.

The House is currently in recess.

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Attorney Corine N. George-Massicote tipped to be new Speaker

22 Responses to “Corine N. George-Massicote sworn in as new HoA Speaker”

  • Citizen (26/05/2022, 11:53) Like (33) Dislike (1) Reply
    Do your very best young lady, be fair and firm the UK is watching.
  • one eye (26/05/2022, 11:58) Like (21) Dislike (0) Reply
    You go girl
  • Reader (26/05/2022, 12:53) Like (16) Dislike (1) Reply
    Congratulations Ms. George-Massicote. May you let the Lord lead you in your new role, and as you follow, you will have success.
  • 284 (26/05/2022, 13:05) Like (5) Dislike (9) Reply
    where the wig
  • BVI love (26/05/2022, 13:15) Like (4) Dislike (20) Reply
    Why wasn't the Deputy Speaker, Nelville Smith nominated?
    • Guest (27/05/2022, 10:35) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
      CAN'T BE an elected member of the ruling party - they could only be appointed as a deputy. Must be someone neutral, hence the WRONG decision that Fahie had made when he chose Willock. We saw him through and through their rallies, so we automatically knew what side he was on.
  • Strong Woman (26/05/2022, 13:21) Like (17) Dislike (1) Reply
    Big congratulations to you. I am so loving this moment.
  • Finally (26/05/2022, 14:24) Like (9) Dislike (1) Reply
    What a breath of fresh air, no more drama
  • 1st order of business (26/05/2022, 14:42) Like (2) Dislike (1) Reply
    Repeal all the laws, SI's, orders, etc. passed in the HOA since 1990. Time to start over!
  • Red Team (26/05/2022, 14:48) Like (6) Dislike (0) Reply
    She got this !!!!! ❤️
  • @ 284 (26/05/2022, 14:55) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply
    This is the real deal don't need no wig. This is what the caucasians are trying to immitate with the wig. Wake up and learn the truth. You are the head not the tail.
  • Big congrats to you Mrs. George (26/05/2022, 15:26) Like (7) Dislike (0) Reply
    You are going to do well. We have had other female speakers that have done a great job as well. I will continue to stress that it is time for the BVI to elect a female Premier.
    • Well (26/05/2022, 17:09) Like (5) Dislike (1) Reply
      she is young. I'm not sure if she have political experience but if not then she can start here and later run for high office.
  • BuzzBvi (26/05/2022, 16:42) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
    Maybe so that you were first to report this and we wish her well. You seen to be last to report that, the committee just decided that the last failed spkr obey the law and pay the court fine. Not sure why it took so long all should obey the law even premiers.
  • data (26/05/2022, 17:08) Like (4) Dislike (0) Reply
    agree to female premier
  • As a Woman (26/05/2022, 21:52) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply
    I am so happy to see her sitting in that seat. She’s good to go and I see her doing well.
  • Will say (26/05/2022, 21:59) Like (7) Dislike (5) Reply
    She is also a very beautiful lady. Congratulations Mrs. George you are going to do well.
  • vi (26/05/2022, 22:16) Like (7) Dislike (0) Reply
    I truly wish this young woman well.
  • bvibuzz (27/05/2022, 01:25) Like (0) Dislike (6) Reply
    Look what they did to prince Willock the bvi is not a real place
  • She sounds good. (27/05/2022, 04:57) Like (4) Dislike (0) Reply
    Her first impression is a good one. I like the fact that she sounds like she is in control and not intimidated... Hope she stays in control, be fair and don't get intimidated especially by those two bully leaders on each side ..
  • until (27/05/2022, 07:46) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    You’ll darn know until Cindy, Kishma, pico and Heritigae friends get the job and position everyone else will be blasted as incapable, somehow only Cindy, Kishma, pico and heritage have honest transparent family and friends while once you are not their friends you are labeled as corrupt. I’m scared for the young ladies who actually would believe or take someone who brought in a lesbian to speak at a woman empowerment initiative as a role model or someone like Kishma who is a know delta as role model. I pray that you’ll young ladies look at other places for real leadership; Lily is an about screaming and acting mad and crazy………


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