| has gloss | eng: The Governor of Saint Helena is the representative of the British monarch in the United Kingdoms overseas territory of Saint Helena. The Governor is appointed by the monarch on the advice of the British government. The current Governor is Andrew Gurr. The role of the Governor is to act as the de facto head of state and commander-in-chief of Saint Helena and its dependencies, Ascension Island and Tristan da Cunha. His or her responsibilities include internal security, external affairs, the administration of justice, finance, shipping, and employment and disciplinary action in respect of any public officer. The Governor is represented by an Administrator, also appointed by the British Government, on both Ascension Island and Tristan da Cunha. He or she also appoints Saint Helenas Executive Council, and, with some exceptions, is bound to seek and act in accordance with their advice. |
