The Island a ministerial system of government. The political head of the Manx Government is the Chief Minister, who is nominated by Tynwald from amongst its own members and appointed by His Excellency the Lieutenant Governor. The chief Ministers who have responsibility for the Government Department. They, along with the Chief Minister, from the Council of Minister-the Manx Cabinet.
There are 9 Government Departments in total, each of which has its own functions, powers and responsibilities. The Treasury, for example, looks after the economy and the Department of Home Affairs is responsible for law and order. In addition to the Department there are also a number of administrative and legal Offices and several Statutory Boards like the Isle of Man Water&Sewerage Authority and the Manx Electricity Authority. Government office is based on Buck Road in Douglas and many of the larger Government Departments are also close by.