Bilal Rawat appointed as counsel to BVI Commission of Inquiry

The Attorney General of the British Virgin Islands has confirmed the appointment of Bilal Rawat as sole counsel to the British Virgin Islands Commission of Inquiry. This independent inquiry was established in January 2021 by the Governor of the British Virgin Islands. The Right Honourable, Sir Gary Hickinbottom, a member of the Court of Appeal, has been appointed as the Commissioner.

The purpose of the Commission is to examine the Territory’s governance and to make recommendations for improvements. The inquiry is expected to report within six months.

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Authors

Bilal Rawat

Call 1995

Related areas

Public Inquiries

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