The President of Tynwald

The President of Tynwald presides over Tynwald when it sits in Douglas and also in the Council. He is responsible for order and the conduct of business in Tynwald and Council. He is elected by the members of Tynwald from amongst their own number. The President of Tynwald, Hon N Q Cringle OBE, was elected in 2000. Prior to 1990, the Lieutenant Governor presided over Tynwald and prior to 1980 over the Legislative Council. From 1980 to 1990 the Council elected its own President.