The Federation of the Channel Islands gained independence in 1742 Official Name: The Federation of the Channel Islands Common Name: Channel Islands Government said: parliamentary democracy Government actual: parliamentary democracy (but recognise the two British monarchy’s) Capital: ST Helier Languages: 2 main (English, French) Head of State and Government: Prime Minister Greg Falkes (since June 02, 2010) Deputy Head of Government: Minister Lilly Moulder (since June 02, 2010) Population: 1,760,500 Largest Cities: Cherbourg (490,500), ST Helier (19,000) Date of Current Borders: March 1742 History: