Prime Minister Freundel Stuart set out plans for island to become republic . This would mean that the Commonwealth would be replaced as head of state . Removal could coincide with 50th anniversary of nation 's independence . Mr Stuart is said to find it awkward to stand up and pledge allegiance to the Commonwealth .
Prime Minister Freundel Stuart set out plans for island to become republic . This would mean that the Queen would be replaced as head of state . Removal could coincide with 50th anniversary of nation 's independence . Mr Stuart is said to find it awkward to stand up and pledge allegiance to the Queen .