Errol Charles

Sir Cyril Errol Melchiades Charles (born 10 December 1942 ) is a Saint Lucian politician, who served as the governor-general of Saint Lucia from 2024 to 2026. He previously served as acting governor-general for three years, following the resignation of Neville Cenac.

Early life and education

Charles was born on 10 December 1942 in Castries, Saint Lucia. He also represented Saint Lucia at the Queen's state funeral in the United Kingdom. The next year, Charles represented the country at the coronation of King Charles III at Westminster Abbey.

On 23 January 2025, it was announced by the government of Saint Lucia that Charles had been appointed governor-general of Saint Lucia by Charles III, King of Saint Lucia, with effect from 1 November 2024, following three years of him "acting" in the role.

Charles was appinted a Knight Grand Cross of the Order of St Michael and St George (GCMG) on 1 November 2024, and was invested as such by King Charles III during an audience at Buckingham Palace on 13 March 2025.

He demitted office on 31 July 2026.

Personal life

Charles is a Roman Catholic and speaks English and French Creole.