Politics & Government Guide
Political system, governance structure, stability indicators, and democratic institutions in Dominica
Dominica operates as a parliamentary democracy with President Sylvanie Burton as head of state since October 2023 and Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit leading the Dominica Labour Party government since 2004. The unicameral House of Assembly, elected in 2022, is dominated by the DLP holding 19 of 21 elected seats. Recent activities include regional diplomacy and government staffing initiatives in early 2026.
Government Type
Parliamentary democracy
Legal System
Common law based on English common law
Head of State
President Sylvanie Burton(since 2023)
Head of Government
Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit(Dominica Labour Party)since 2004
Legislature
Major Political Parties
Centre-left
Centre-right
Centre
Voting Rights
Citizens aged 18 and over have full voting rights in national elections
Recent Developments
- Prime Minister Skerrit met with CARICOM Chairman PM Drew ahead of CARICOM Heads Meeting in February 2026
- Vacancy announced for Examiner position in Ministry of Finance in February 2026
- Dominica Labour Party secured landslide victory in December 2022 elections with 19 seats
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