COCKBURN TOWN, Turks and Caicos Islands, CMC – The Governor of this British Overseas territory, Dileeni Daniel-Selvaratnam, has announced the appointment of Justice Yonette Cummings-Edwards as Chief Justice of the Turks and Caicos Islands.
Justice Cummings-Edwards brings over 37 years’ experience across the judiciary, having served at the highest levels in Guyana, including as Acting Chancellor of the Judiciary and, previously, as Chief Justice.
In a statement, the Governor said Cummings-Edwards has led significant judicial modernization initiatives, including the digitization of court systems, the strengthening of case management processes, and expanding access to justice, particularly for remote and underserved communities.
She has also been instrumental in advancing specialized courts and restorative justice approaches, while championing judicial training and institutional capacity-building.
The Governor noted that the new Chief Justice has a career that reflects a sustained commitment to judicial independence, integrity, and the efficient administration of justice.
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