Governor of Kırklareli

Similar to the governorsof the 80 other provinces of Turkey, the governor of Kırklareli is appointed by the government of Turkey and is responsible for the implementation of government legislation within Kırklareli.

The Ministry of the Interior first considers and puts forward possible candidates for approval by the cabinet.

The governor of Kırklareli has both bureaucratic functions and influence over local government.

The main role of the governor is to oversee the implementation of decisions by government ministries, constitutional requirements and legislation passed by the Grand National Assembly within the provincial borders.

As the commander of the provincial police and Gendarmerie forces, the governor can also take decisions designed to limit civil disobedience and preserve public order.

Map of the Province of Kırklareli , showing the provincial districts.