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George Fergusson
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| Governor of Bermuda | |
| In office 23 May 2012 – 2 August 2016 |
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| Monarch | Elizabeth II |
| Premier | Paula Cox Craig Cannonier Michael Dunkley |
| Preceded by | David Arkley (Acting) |
| Succeeded by | Ginny Ferson (Acting) |
| Governor of Pitcairn | |
| In office 2 May 2006 – May 2010 |
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| Preceded by | Richard Fell |
| Succeeded by | Vicki Treadell |
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| Born | 30 September 1955 Scotland, United Kingdom |
| Spouse | Margaret Wookey |
George Duncan Raukawa Fergusson, born on September 30, 1955, is a British diplomat. He served as the British High Commissioner to New Zealand and Samoa. He was also the Governor of the Pitcairn Islands from 2006 to 2010. Later, he became the Governor of Bermuda, serving from 2012 to 2016.
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Early Life and Education
George Fergusson was born in 1955 in Scotland, United Kingdom. His father, Bernard Fergusson, Baron Ballantrae, was a very important person. He served as the Governor-General of New Zealand from 1962 to 1967.
A Special Middle Name
George's middle name, "Raukawa," comes from the Māori language. The Māori are the native people of New Zealand. This name shows a special connection between the Fergusson family and New Zealand. Several members of his family have held important leadership roles there. These roles are often called "vice-regal posts."
School Days
George Fergusson went to two well-known schools. He studied at Eton College and then at Magdalen College, Oxford. While at Oxford, he was the editor of the student newspaper, which was called The Tributary.
A Career in Diplomacy
George Fergusson had a long and interesting career as a diplomat. Diplomats are people who represent their country in other nations. They work to build good relationships and solve problems between countries.
Starting His Career
In 1978, Fergusson began working for the Northern Ireland Office. This office helps manage affairs in Northern Ireland. Later, in 1988, he moved to the Foreign and Commonwealth Office. This is the part of the British government that handles international relations. His first role there was in Dublin, Ireland.
Working Around the World
From 1991 to 1993, he worked in London, focusing on countries in Eastern Europe. After that, in 1994, he moved to Seoul, South Korea. There, he worked as a First Secretary, dealing with political and information matters.
In 1996, he returned to London. He became the Deputy Head of the Southern African Department. Later that same year, he became the Head of the Republic of Ireland Department.
Important Roles
In 1999, Fergusson became the Consul-General in Boston, USA. A Consul-General is a senior diplomat who leads a consulate. In 2003, he worked for the Cabinet Office. This is a central part of the UK government. He led the Foreign Policy Team there.
High Commissioner and Governor
In 2006, George Fergusson was appointed as the High Commissioner to New Zealand and Samoa. A High Commissioner is like an ambassador, but for countries within the Commonwealth of Nations. At the same time, he also became the Governor of the Pitcairn Islands. He finished these roles in May 2010.
In May 2012, Fergusson took on another important role. He became the Governor of Bermuda. The Governor is the Queen's representative in Bermuda. He served in this position until August 2016.
Family Life
George Fergusson is married to Margaret Wookey. They have three daughters.
