Guadeloupe 2003 2007 Hotel de la Collectivité A senator
St. Barts was formerly a part of what French commune? When did the residents of St. Barts file for separation from Guadeloupe? When did St. Barts finally received its independence? What is the current name of the building in St. Barts that serves as town hall? Who officially represents St. Barts in French legislation?
Saint Barthélemy was for many years a French commune forming part of Guadeloupe, which is an overseas region and department of France. Through a referendum in 2003, island residents sought separation from the administrative jurisdiction of Guadeloupe, and it was finally accomplished in 2007. The island of Saint Barthélemy became an Overseas Collectivity (COM). A governing territorial council was elected for its administration, which has provided the island with a certain degree of autonomy. The Hotel de Ville, which was the town hall, is now the Hotel de la Collectivité. A senator represents the island in Paris. St. Barthélemy has retained its free port status.
question: St. Barts was formerly a part of what French commune?, answer: Guadeloupe | question: When did the residents of St. Barts file for separation from Guadeloupe?, answer: 2003 | question: When did St. Barts finally received its independence?, answer: 2007 | question: What is the current name of the building in St. Barts that serves as town hall?, answer: Hotel de la Collectivité | question: Who officially represents St. Barts in French legislation?, answer: A senator