What is the Chief Minister of the Isle of Man?
Q: What is the Chief Minister of the Isle of Man?
A: The Chief Minister is the executive head of the Isle of Man Government and the Prime Minister of the island.
Q: What was the title of the office before the name was changed to Chief Minister?
A: Before the name was changed to Chief Minister in 1986, the office was known as Chairman of the Executive Council.
Q: Who used to chair the Executive Council before 1980?
A: Before 1980, the Executive Council was chaired by the Lieutenant Governor.
Q: How is the Chief Minister appointed?
A: The Chief Minister is appointed by the Lieutenant Governor on the nomination of Tynwald after a general election of the House of Keys.
Q: How long does the Chief Minister hold the office?
A: The Chief Minister holds office until the next general election, which is approximately 5 years, and is eligible for re-appointment.
Q: Can the Chief Minister be removed from office?
A: Yes, the Chief Minister can be removed from office by Tynwald on a vote of no confidence in the Council of Ministers.
Q: Who became the Chief Minister after the general election in November 2006?
A: After the general election in November 2006, Mr Tony Brown (Speaker of the House of Keys) was nominated unopposed and became the Chief Minister.
