Governor-General of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines | |
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Coat of Arms of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
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Viceroy | |
Style | His Excellency |
Residence | Government House, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines |
Appointer | Monarch of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines |
Term length | At Her Majesty's pleasure |
Formation | 27 October 1979 |
First holder | Sir Sydney Gun-Munro |
Website | www.gov.vc |
The office of Governor-General of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines was created in 1979 when the islands gained independence as a Commonwealth realm. The Governor-General represents Queen Elizabeth II and acts as de facto head of state. Prior to independence, the islands were administered variously by lieutenant-governors, governors and administrators.