Executive Branch
As head of state, Queen Elizabeth II is represented by a governor general who acts on the advice of the prime minister and the cabinet.
| Office | Name | Party | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II | 6 February 1952 | |
| Governor-General | Sir Frederick Ballantyne | September 2002 | |
| Prime Minister | Ralph Gonsalves | ULP | March 29, 2001 |
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