| Gibraltar - a British Crown Colony, where the British monarch is symbolized by a Governor, at present David Durie who assumed the post in 2000. The Chief Minister supervises the Council of Ministers which administers domestic affairs. The 17-member House of Assembly, which stands for the population’s local interests, comprises 15 elected members. The ex-officio members are the Attorney General and the Financial and Development Secretary. Britain is accountable for defence and foreign affairs. |
