It had no formal political role, however, until Fiji became independent in 1970.

The Mayor, however, has no formal role in selecting the next chancellor.

He might have also played some formal role in helping the deal along, as press reports indicated.

South Korea is being consulted on the talks, but it has no formal role.

As the Council's formal advisory role diminished, so too did its institutional support.

The city had no formal role in the approval process, and most elected officials here have come out against the project.

The President actually has no formal role in the constitutional-amendment process.

The President has no formal role in the constitutional amendment process.

Partners then ceased to have a formal role in running the body.

The second category of traditional councilor had a less formal role.