Saint Lucia appoints Felix Finisterre as acting governor general following Sir Errol Charles' departure
Key Points(5)
- The Office of the Prime Minister of Saint Lucia has announced that Sir Cyril Errol Melchiades Charles demitted office as Governor General on July 31, 2026, with Felix Finisterre assuming the role of Acting Governor General effective August 1.
- Sir Errol was first sworn in as Acting Governor General on November 11, 2021, before being officially appointed Governor General on November 1, 2024.
- Prime Minister Philip J.
- Pierre paid tribute to Sir Errol's service, expressing appreciation on behalf of the government and people of Saint Lucia.
- In a statement, Pierre conveyed "profound gratitude" for Sir Errol's tenure, commending the dignity and respect with which he carried out the duties of the office.
The Office of the Prime Minister of Saint Lucia has announced that Sir Cyril Errol Melchiades Charles demitted office as Governor General on July 31, 2026, with Felix Finisterre assuming the role of Acting Governor General effective August 1.
Sir Errol was first sworn in as Acting Governor General on November 11, 2021, before being officially appointed Governor General on November 1, 2024.
Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre paid tribute to Sir Errol's service, expressing appreciation on behalf of the government and people of Saint Lucia.
In a statement, Pierre conveyed "profound gratitude" for Sir Errol's tenure, commending the dignity and respect with which he carried out the duties of the office.
The prime minister also extended best wishes to Sir Errol and his family, expressing hopes for their continued good health and God's blessings.
Finisterre brings decades of experience in education, community development, sustainable tourism, public administration and regional development to the role.
He was recently honored with a GIMIES Award in recognition of his contributions to community-based tourism, heritage conservation and sustainable destination management.
Pierre congratulated Finisterre on his appointment as Acting Governor General and wished him "every success" as he assumes his new responsibilities.
