The Chancellor of Westland (Westlandic: Kaɴиa a Väитгaɴө Kansa a Västland) is the Head of State and Head of Government of the Westlandic People's Republic. The Chancellor is not directly elected, and is appointed by the Senior Appointments Committee made up of National Assembly members. Only members of the Socialist Party, or its affiliate parties and organisations are permitted to run for the position. Chancellors can run a maximum of three terms.