Politics & Government Guide
Political system, governance structure, stability indicators, and democratic institutions in Anguilla
Anguilla operates as a parliamentary democracy and self-governing British overseas territory with Charles III as monarch and Cora Richardson-Hodge as Premier since February 2025 leading the Anguilla United Front government. The unicameral House of Assembly holds legislative power, while recent budgets emphasize public safety, sustainable energy, and economic resilience.
Government Type
Parliamentary representative democratic dependency
Legal System
Common law based on English law
Head of State
Monarch Charles III(since 2022)
Head of Government
Premier Cora Richardson-Hodge(Anguilla United Front)since 2025
Legislature
Major Political Parties
Centre-left
Voting Rights
Universal suffrage from age 18 for British Dependent Territories citizens resident in Anguilla
Recent Developments
- 2024 budget allocates resources to enhance Royal Anguilla Police Force capabilities against gun violence
- 2024 budget priorities include affordable alternative energy sources and food security through blue and green economy investments
- Cora Richardson-Hodge became Premier on 27 February 2025
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