The governor of Anguilla is the representative of the monarch in the British Overseas Territory of Anguilla. The governor is appointed by the monarch on the advice of the Government of the United Kingdom. The governor is the highest authority on Anguilla, but daily business is handled by local Anguillan elected officials.[1] The main role of the governor is to appoint the premier of Anguilla.

Governor of Anguilla
Coat of arms of Anguilla
Flag of the governor of Anguilla
Incumbent
Julia Crouch
since 11 September 2023
StyleHer Excellency
ResidenceGovernment House, Anguilla
Appointer
Term lengthAt His Majesty's pleasure
Formation1982
First holderCharles Godden
DeputyDeputy Governor of Anguilla
WebsiteOffice of the Governor

The governor's official residence is Government House at Old Ta. The governor has her own flag: the Union Flag defaced with the coat of arms of Anguilla.

The current governor is Julia Crouch, who was sworn in on 11 September 2023.[2]

List of governors of Anguilla

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See also

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References

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  1. ^ Treaster, Joseph B. (17 April 1988). "For Anguilla, Tie to London Is Prosperity". The New York Times. Retrieved 17 March 2015.
  2. ^ "New Anguilla Governor Julia Crouch sworn into office". The Daily Herald. 12 September 2023. Retrieved 16 September 2023.
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