Antigua, which was officially known as the Associated State of Antigua
was an
associated state
An associated state is the minor partner in a formal, free relationship between a political territory (some dependent, most fully sovereign states) and a major party—usually a larger nation.
The details of such free association are contain ...
of the United Kingdom, which was established on 27 February 1967. The associated state was abolished on November 1st, 1981 when
Antigua and Barbuda
Antigua and Barbuda (, ) is a sovereign country in the West Indies. It lies at the juncture of the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean in the Leeward Islands part of the Lesser Antilles, at 17°N latitude. The country consists of two maj ...
gained its independence.
Government
The constitution of the former associated state was very similar to the constitution of
Antigua and Barbuda
Antigua and Barbuda (, ) is a sovereign country in the West Indies. It lies at the juncture of the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean in the Leeward Islands part of the Lesser Antilles, at 17°N latitude. The country consists of two maj ...
, although, there were some differences. For example, executions were constitutionally banned.
The 1967 constitution order also brought many changes to Antigua and Barbuda's government, which include:
* Establishment of the
Parliament of Antigua and Barbuda
The Parliament of Antigua and Barbuda consists of the King of Antigua and Barbuda, the Senate and the House of Representatives.
The Parliament as a whole is charged with certain responsibilities and is given special powers and privileges in orde ...
.
* Established the role of
premier, which replaced the role of Chief Minister.
* Creation of national symbols, including the flag, coat of arms, and anthem.
References
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Antigua and Barbuda
Constitutions