The Turks and Caicos Islands proudly joined fellow British Overseas Territories in celebrating the voices of young people at the British Overseas Territories Youth Parliament, which convened on, Thursday, 6 November 2025.
This special sitting was broadcast live at 12:30 p.m. GMT on UK Parliament TV, featuring speeches by youth delegates from across the United Kingdom Overseas Territories.
Representing the Turks and Caicos Islands was Ms. Brianna Burton, a college student currently studying in the United Kingdom. She is being chaperoned by her father, The Honourable Gordon Burton, Speaker of the House of Assembly.
The debate topic, chosen through the Make Your Mark Vote—a democratic process led by the Office of the Speaker of the House of Commons—reflects the views and priorities of young people across the Territories. The selected theme, “Education and Learning: School/College and Access to University and Apprenticeships,” underscores the importance of equal educational opportunities for all.
Students from Marjorie Basden High School, Clement Howell High School, and Raymond Gardiner High School actively participated in the Make Your Mark Vote, helping to shape the national conversation on education and the future of learning.
The Turks and Caicos Islands Government commends Ms. Burton for her leadership, confidence, and commitment to representing the aspirations of young people from across our islands on such a distinguished international platform.
As the Youth Parliament sat earlier today, the public can watch the rebroadcast via www.parliamentlive.tv to witness this inspiring display of youth advocacy and civic engagement in action.
Tune in and show your support for our youth representative as she proudly makes her mark on behalf of the Turks and Caicos Islands!
Watch the rebroadcast here:
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