Legislature of Turks and Caicos passes series of constitutional amendments

In a landmark decision that will transform the political landscape of the Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI), the House of Assembly last week Thursday voted to approve a series of draft constitutional amendments, marking a significant step towards greater autonomy and modernised governance. [ . . . ] The amendments, encapsulated in the Turks and Caicos Islands Constitutional Amendment Order 2024, introduced a raft of changes aimed at enhancing the islands' self-governance while maintaining its relationship with the United Kingdom. Key among these changes is the renaming of the House of Assembly to Parliament, a symbolic shift that signifies a more mature and empowered legislative body. Furthermore, the amendments extend the parliamentary term from four to five years, a move that aims to provide greater stability and continuity in governance. The controversial issue of appointed members has also been addressed, with the amendments abolishing these positions in favour of a fully-elected Parliament.
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