The Prefect of Saint Pierre and Miquelon is the local representative of the President of France in Saint Pierre and Miquelon, and in effect the governor or executive officer of the territory.

Overview

Throughout the history of Saint-Pierre and Miquelon, there has been a variety of representation, from governors to administrators. The Prefect at the Préfecture or Governor's Offices are located at Place du Lieutenant-Colonel Pigeaud. The buildings consist of a three-storey building with a two-storey annex. It is located in the area known as Church Square in Saint-Pierre.

Le Cabinet du Préfet

A cabinet reports to the Prefect and responsible for the departments of the government of St. Pierre and Miquelon. They consist of: The prefect is also assisted by the Le Secrétaire général, which acts as the Office of the Prefect, Chief Secretary (responsible for day-to-day functions of the government) and the protocol office.

List of governors

A historic list of representative in Saint-Pierre and Miquelon: Representative of the governor of Plaisance Governor Commandant French governors Commandants Commandants and administrators Commandants Governors Administrators Governors Administrators Governors Prefects (10 May 1982 – 24 February 1988, commissioners of the republic)