Michael H. Dunkley has been awarded a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in the King’s 2025 New Year’s Honours for his services to Bermuda.
Michael Dunkley retired from active politics on March 31, 2024, following a distinguished career. He was a Member of the Bermuda Legislature from April 1997, and from May 2014 to July 2017, Michael Dunkley served as Premier of Bermuda.
During his political tenure, Michael Dunkley also served as Deputy Premier, the Minister of National Security, Opposition Leader and Shadow Minister of National Security and Health.
He is widely recognized throughout Bermuda as a successful and astute businessman, Michael Dunkley is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Dunkley’s Dairy, President of Island Properties Ltd, and the President of Dunkley’s Management Holdings Ltd.
Even though he has stepped down from active politics, he has continued his dedicated service to the community. He has been a fierce advocate of anti-violence in Bermuda, seeking solutions to ensure the safety of those affected.
Michael Dunkley also considers philanthropy and supporting Bermuda’s charitable organisations as one of the most important roles in his life following his political service. Over the course of his career, he has dedicated his efforts to supporting and uplifting countless Bermudians.
Michael Dunkley credits his family’s support in all his achievements, and celebrates this honour with his wife Pamela, daughters, Christine and Brooke, and his three grandchildren.
Away from his political career and charitable pursuits, Michael Dunkley is also an avid sportsman, finding joy in all sports disciplines. He is a former premier division soccer and cricket player, and was an avid squash, tennis and basketball player. He was also the past President of the Mid Ocean Club (from 1999- 2005 and 2008 – 2011).
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