David Burt (politician)
Edward David Burt | |
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| 13th Premier of Bermuda | |
| Assumed office 19 July 2017 | |
| Monarch | Elizabeth II |
| Governor | John Rankin |
| Preceded by | Michael Dunkley |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 23 November 1978[1][2] Bermuda |
| Political party | Progressive Labour Party |
| Alma mater | The George Washington University[3] |
Edward David Burt MP (born 23 November 1978) is the Premier of Bermuda and leader of the Progressive Labour Party (PLP).[4] Burt is Bermuda's youngest ever premier, having taken office at the age of 38.[5]
Personal life
His mother, Merlin, is from Jamaica, while his father, Gerald, is Bermudian.[6] He is married to Kristin and has two children, Nia and Edward.[citation needed]
Burt attended the George Washington University in Washington, D.C., double majoring in finance and information systems and attaining a master's degree in information systems development.[3] During his time at GW, he served as president of the George Washington University Student Association.[3]
See also
References
- ^ "38-y-o David Burt sworn in as Bermuda's new premier". The Jamaica Observer. 19 July 2017. Retrieved 17 December 2017.
- ^ "Louise Franks, 107, and Premier celebrate their shared birthday at KEMH". The Royal Gazette. 24 November 2002. Retrieved 25 November 2020.
- ^ a b c Harris, Cayla (21 July 2017). "GW Hatchet - Alumnus Sworn in as Youngest Premier of Bermuda". Retrieved 17 December 2017.
- ^ "The Hon E. David Burt, JP, MP". Bermuda Parliament. Archived from the original on 26 August 2017. Retrieved 17 December 2017.
- ^ Lagan, Sarah (20 July 2017). "Burt Pledges to Govern for All Bermuda". Royal Gazette. Retrieved 17 December 2017.
- ^ "New Bermuda Premier A 'Miracle Baby'". The Gleaner. 23 July 2017. Retrieved 17 December 2017.
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