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Premier Wheatley to attend King’s coronation

Premier Wheatley to attend King’s coronation

Sources close to the newly appointed Premier have told our news centre that Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) will be in attendance at the King’s coronation scheduled for May 6, 2023, in the United Kingdom (UK).

Hon Wheatley was appointed Premier after his Party gained 6 seats, the most of any 4 political parties vying for the House of Assembly.

Deputy Premier Hon Lorna G. Smith, OBE will be appointed Acting Premier while the Premier is away.

We’ll bring you more details as the story develops.

Deputy Premier Hon Lorna G. Smith, OBE will be appointed Acting Premier while the Premier is away.

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