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Politisches System, Stabilitätsindikatoren und demokratische Institutionen in Jersey

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Jersey operates as a self-governing Crown Dependency with a unicameral States Assembly of 49 elected members and a Council of Ministers led by Chief Minister Lynn Gray since January 2024. The current government approved the Common Strategic Policy 2024-2026 in May 2024, focusing on sustainable economic, community, and environmental outcomes. Next general election is scheduled for 2026.

Regierungsform

Parliamentary democracy under constitutional monarchy

Rechtssystem

Common law system based on English law

Staatsoberhaupt

Lieutenant Governor Jerry Kyd(since 2024)

Regierungschef

Chief Minister Lynn Gray(Independent)since 2024

Legislative

Typ:unicameral
Oberhaus:Upper House
Unterhaus:States Assembly (49 Sitze)

Wahlrecht

All residents aged 16 and over with registered entitlement cards can vote in general elections. British, Irish, and qualifying Commonwealth citizens are entitled to register.

Aktuelle Entwicklungen

  • New Council of Ministers appointed in January 2024 led by Chief Minister Lynn Gray
  • Common Strategic Policy 2024-2026 approved by States Assembly in May 2024
  • Government Plan 2024-2027 published outlining budget and priorities
Wahlalter16
WahlrechtUniversal for resident adults
Verfassung2005
Parishes12