[1][2][3] In terms of the provincial constitution, the executive authority of the province is vested in the premier.

If he/she believes that the act is unconstitutional, it can be referred back to the provincial parliament for reconsideration.

If the premier and the provincial parliament cannot agree, the act must be referred to the Constitutional Court for a final decision.

If the premiership becomes vacant (for whatever reason) the provincial parliament must choose a new premier to serve out the period until the next election.

The following table details the election results for the premier on the first sitting of the Sixth Provincial Parliament held on 22 May 2019.