He was appointed on 14 June 1809 , succeeding Samuel Tolfrey , and held the office until 30 January 1811 , when he was succeeded by Anthony Bertolacci .
Sir Richard Plasket or Plaskett , KCMG ( 1782 -- 1847 ) was the 5th Civil Auditor General for Ceylon .
Richard Plasket was appointed on 14 June 1809 , succeeding Samuel Tolfrey , and held the office until 30 January 1811 , when Richard Plasket was succeeded by Anthony Bertolacci .
Sir Richard Plasket or Plaskett , KCMG ( 1782 -- 1847 ) was the 5th Civil Auditor General for Ceylon .