Barbados has shed the Queen and become a republic. Under the new constitution, all of the Regal rights and duties now fall upon the newly appointed president.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/world...epublic-queen/
Although a largely popular move, the change has come under criticism for its lack of public consultation and particularly for the parliament's failure to hold a referendum.
Under the model that has been adopted, the President is appointed by the parliament (a two thirds majority needed) and must act on the advice of the country's executive (especially the Prime Minister). This is the same model that was rejected by Australians in the 1999 referendum.
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That means removing Queen Elizabeth II as head of state, a break with nearly four centuries of history in the former British colony. Prince Charles, who has long used the island dubbed “Little England” as his polo playground, plans to join the celebrations in Bridgetown. |
Although a largely popular move, the change has come under criticism for its lack of public consultation and particularly for the parliament's failure to hold a referendum.
Under the model that has been adopted, the President is appointed by the parliament (a two thirds majority needed) and must act on the advice of the country's executive (especially the Prime Minister). This is the same model that was rejected by Australians in the 1999 referendum.
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