The Pitcairn Islands are a British Overseas Territory in the South Pacific Ocean, with a population of about 50.
The politics of the islands takes place in a framework of a parliamentary representative democratic dependency, whereby the Mayor is the head of government.
[3] The King is represented by the Governor of the Pitcairn Islands, who is the British High Commissioner to New Zealand.
His sister Brenda Christian was selected by the Island Council to be mayor for November and December 2004, until an election was held.
[7] The Attorney General's powers and responsibilities include handling criminal matters, drafting Pitcairn ordinances, and revising and publishing any laws that pertain to the country.