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Head of State

Jamaica
  • English
    1. The executive authority of Jamaica is vested in Her Majesty.
    2. Subject to the provisions of this Constitution, the executive authority of Jamaica may be exercised on behalf of Her Majesty by the Governor-General either directly or through officers subordinate to him.
    … (Sec. 68)

Head of State

Jamaica
  • English
    There shall be a Governor-General of Jamaica who shall be appointed by Her Majesty and shall hold office during Her Majesty’s pleasure and who shall be Her Majesty’s representative in Jamaica. (Sec. 27)