Government of Gibraltar


Her Majesty's Government of Gibraltar is the democratically elected government of the British Overseas Territory of Gibraltar. The head of state is Queen Elizabeth II who is represented by the Governor. Elections in Gibraltar are held every four years, with a unicameral parliament of 18 members of which 17 members are elected by popular vote and, the "Speaker" – Is appointed by Parliament

The executive

The leader of the majority party is formally appointed by the governor as the Chief Minister.

The legislature

The Cabinet is generally formed by 10 of the 17 elected Members of Parliament, through choice made by the Chief Minister with the approval of the Governor. The seven remaining members constitute the Opposition.
The last general election was held on 17 October 2019.

Cabinet

The Cabinet and after the reshuffle, as announced by the Chief Minister after the 2019 general election.