Marjorie Morton


Marjorie Morton is a Nevisian public servant who formerly served as the acting Deputy [Governor-General for Nevis] from 2017 to 2018, and was the President of the Nevis Island Assembly from 1996 to 2011.

Early life and career

Morton was born and grew up in Nevis, and attended schools in Charlestown. She then went on to have a career in education and the civil service, with 28 years served in both sectors by the time of her retirement in 1994.

Political career

In 1996, Morton was elected as President of the Nevis Island Assembly, serving until 2011. On 1 September 2017, Morton was sworn in as acting Deputy Governor-General for Nevis, becoming the first woman to ever hold the position. She left office on 31 August 2018, being succeeded by Hyleeta Liburd.

Personal life

In 1997, Morton's husband died. She has three children.
Morton is an Anglican and holds a diploma in theology.

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