Edward David Burt

The Honourable
Edward David Burt
MP
13th Premier of Bermuda
Assumed office
19 July 2017
Monarch Elizabeth II
Governor John Rankin
Preceded by Michael Dunkley
Personal details
Born c. 1979[1]
Bermuda
Political party Progressive Labour Party
Alma mater The George Washington University[2]

Edward David Burt (born c. 1979) is the Premier of Bermuda and leader of the Progressive Labour Party (PLP).[3] His mother, Merlin, is from Jamaica, while his father, Gerald, is Bermudian.[4] Burt is Bermuda's youngest ever premier, having taken office at the age of 38.[5]

Personal life

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.[2] During his time at GW, he served as president of the George Washington University Student Association.[2]

References

  1. ↑ "38-y-o David Burt sworn in as Bermuda's new premier". The Jamaica Observer. 19 July 2017. Retrieved 17 December 2017.
  2. 1 2 3 Harris, Cayla (21 July 2017). "GW Hatchet - Alumnus Sworn in as Youngest Premier of Bermuda". Retrieved 17 December 2017.
  3. ↑ "The Hon E. David Burt, JP, MP". Bermuda Parliament. Retrieved 17 December 2017.
  4. ↑ "New Bermuda Premier A "Miracle Baby". The Gleaner. 23 July 2017. Retrieved 17 December 2017.
  5. ↑ Lagan, Sarah (20 July 2017). "Burt Pledges to Govern for All Bermuda". Royal Gazette. Retrieved 17 December 2017.

See also

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