The Governor is pleased to announce that Mr Richard Wright KC is to be appointed as the next Chief Justice of St Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha with effect 1 April 2026. The appointment has been approved by the Secretary of State.
Mr Wright was called to the Bar in 1998 and is a highly experienced barrister. He has filled several senior judicial appointments in his distinguished career. He will succeed the current Chief Justice, Mr Rupert Jones KC.
Mr Wright said:
“I am very pleased to have been appointed as the next Chief Justice of St Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha and it will be a privilege to serve you in this important role delivering the efficient administration of Justice in the wider public interest. I look forward to visiting in person as soon as I am able, and on a regular basis thereafter. I know I will be well supported in the discharge of my responsibilities by the Chief Magistrate and all of those who work in the administration of Justice.”
A further Press Statement will be released in due course marking the completion of the current Chief Justice’s appointment.
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The newly appointed Chief Justice of St Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha – Mr Richard Wright KC
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