The Vicar General of the Diocese of Sodor and Man is an ecclesiastical law officer appointed by the Bishop of Sodor and Man. Formerly there were two vicars general in the diocese, but since 1846 only one has been appointed. The Vicar General is also Chancellor of the diocese, the titles being interchangeable, and the bishop’s Official Principal The Vicar General was formerly a member of the Legislative Council and as such had a seat and vote in Tynwald. He ceased to be a member in 1919.