Rayburn Blackmoore

Rayburn Blackmoore is a prominent Dominican politician and attorney who has held various ministerial roles within the government of the Commonwealth of Dominica. He served as Parliamentary Representative for the Mahaut Constituency from 2005 to 2022. Now he is Dominica’s Minister for National Security, continuing his path in public leadership.

Rayburn Blackmoore’s Early Life and Education

While specific details about Rayburn Blackmoore’s early life, including his date of birth, family background, and educational history, are not publicly documented, his professional trajectory indicates a background in law, suggesting formal legal education and training.

Political Career

Rayburn Blackmoore first contested the Mahaut constituency in the 2000 General Elections as a candidate for the Dominica Labour Party (DLP), where he was defeated by Julien Prevost of the United Workers Party (UWP), securing 35.8% of the votes. He ran again in the 2005 General Elections and was successfully elected as the Member of Parliament for Mahaut, defeating Julien Prevost with 53.2% of the votes. Blackmoore served the Mahaut constituency from 2005 until 2022, when Cassanni Laville succeeded him following the 2022 General Elections.

A series of significant appointments have marked Blackmoore’s political career:

• Minister of National Security, Labor & Immigration (2007–2008): In this role, he was responsible for overseeing national security measures, labor policies, and immigration affairs.
• Minister of Justice, Immigration and National Security (2014–present): Since 2014, Blackmoore has been serving in this capacity, managing the country’s justice system, immigration services, and national security operations.
• Minister for National Security and Legal Affairs: In his current role, he continues to oversee national security and legal matters, contributing to policy development and implementation in these critical areas.

Legislative Contributions and Public Engagement

As a member of the Cabinet, Blackmoore has been actively involved in legislative processes and public discourse:

• Budget Debates: He has contributed to national budget debates, outlining plans and allocations for security and legal affairs.
• Public Statements: Blackmoore has addressed various national issues, including crime prevention and legal reforms, emphasizing the importance of community involvement and adherence to the rule of law.

International Engagement

Blackmoore has represented Dominica in international forums, such as accompanying Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit to the U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM) headquarters to discuss security cooperation and disaster relief collaboration.