New Solicitor General for the Island

Tuesday, 14 July 2015 00:00

Lieutenant Governor Adam Wood with Walter Wannenburgh

A local advocate has been officially sworn-in as the Island's new Solicitor General.

Walter Wannenburgh took the Oath of Allegiance and Oath of Solicitor General at Government House.

It follows a recommendation in the Wooler Report suggesting that a second crown officer be appointed.

He will support activities performed by the Attorney General and advise on domestic and external interests - he'll also assist in the prosecution of offences and drafting government legislation.

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