John Mussington
John Mussington | |
|---|---|
| Chairperson of the Barbuda Council | |
| Assumed office 7 April 2025 | |
| Preceded by | Devon Warner |
| Personal details | |
| Party | Barbuda People's Movement |
John Mussington is a politician, marine biologist, and former school principal serving as the chairperson of the Barbuda Council since 7 April 2025.[1][2] Mussington took office as the chairperson following Devon Warner's resignation due to health concerns. He is a supporter of Barbudan autonomy and the Barbuda Land Acts.[1] Mussington is one of the major activists in the Barbuda land crisis, suing the government for its alleged violations of Barbudan land rights.[3][4]
References
- ^ a b jennelsa.johnson (2025-04-08). "John Mussington assumes Chairmanship of the Barbuda Council". Antigua Observer Newspaper. Retrieved 2025-04-08.
- ^ "John Mussington". Front Line Defenders. Retrieved 2026-01-26.
- ^ Mohammed, Kenneth (2023-11-06). "'Billionaire club': the tiny island of Barbuda braces for decision on land rights and nature". The Guardian. ISSN 0261-3077. Retrieved 2026-01-26.
- ^ "'Why I don't want to own the land my business is built on'". 2019-08-14. Retrieved 2026-01-26.