Post Archive
Region: Empire of Great Britain
I repeatedly asked the Secretary during my campaign and subsequent election whether he wished to continue to serve as the RP & Games Secretary. Shackley never responded to any of my correspondence. Therefore, I set a deadline for a response and warned him that should he not respond I would be dismissing him from his position within the Government.
As Prime Minister, I need to have people I can communicate with, trust and be accountable for in my Cabinet. Unfortunately, Shackley has not met this standard.
Message from the IAC
Hello, all!
After a long period of hiatus, Things of the Week are back again.
Citizen of the Week is Colfax County, in acknowledgement of his long and dedicated service to the Empire Of Great Britain. The IAC wishes him the best of luck in his retirement.
Song of the Week is, in the interest of developing "culture," is the aria "Votre toast, je peux vous le rendre" from Carmen, more popularly known as the Toreador Song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Ha23izeXSk
(my apologies, I can't get the URL tag to work today, so you'll have to copy and paste the links)
Historical Figure of the Week: In honor of International Women's Day, which is on March 8th, the IAC pays tribute to Lucretia Mott, one of the earliest women's rights activists in the United States who helped write the Declaration of Sentiments at the Seneca Falls Convention. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lucretia_Mott
Please feel free to contact me with any suggestions for future things of the week.
Have a lovely week!
Director of IAC
Colfax County, United Provinces Emissary, Newtopian Britain, Saint Arsenio
Update concerning the Regional Map
The IAC has been charged by the Prime Minister to update the Regional Map.
Here's how this will work: There will be a poll up above to determine which time period our map should be from.
After that poll is completed, I will ask everyone to telegram me to tell me their top three choices for countries they want to claim on the map. Claims will be assigned on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Claims will be open for one week. After that, I will take everyone's claims, make a map, and get back to you all.
Please contact me with any questions.
Director of IAC
Eastern Selousia, Saint Arsenio
Will the Position Be filled by another or has it been discontinued?
I would be willing to appoint another nation to this position should they be able to demonstrate a knowledge and experience within RP & Games.
Lunayria, Not-Brittania, Saint Arsenio
Iran Update
The Government is stilling negotiating with the Government of Iran over a new agreement which will work in concert with the current Treaty of Mutual Cooperation.
We are currently waiting to hear back from President Iramerica, but hopefully negotiations will conclude at some point this week.
Sincerely,
Prime Minister of the Empire Of Great Britain
God Save the Empress, Long Live the Empire!
Lunayria, Eastern Selousia, Not-Brittania, Saint Arsenio
Reminder to everyone to vote in the poll on the regional map so that we don't all end up picking German Principalities in 1815!
United Provinces Emissary, Saint Arsenio
Due to the poll on the map for our region, the election for the The Founding Father to be appointed as Chief Justice of the Supreme Court will be postponed until the current poll has ended.
Speaker of the House
Lunayria, United Provinces Emissary, Eastern Selousia, Not-Brittania, Saint Arsenio, Menorica
Thank you Mr. Speaker.
Newtopian Britain, Saint Arsenio, Menorica
Post self-deleted by Not-Brittania.
Post by The Underground Movement Union suppressed by Saint Arsenio.
https://www.nationstates.net/page=dispatch/id=1172920
Spread the word far and wide!
Should the above post be suppressed?
Saint Arsenio
Regional Map Update:
Hello, all.
The polls have closed, and the winning map was 1914! Claims are open now, just telegram me with the country that you want.
Here is a link to the map: [url=https://historicalmapchart.net/world-1914.html]
Colfax County, Lunayria, United Provinces Emissary, Saint Arsenio
I think you just sent us the editor's page of the map?
GOOD NEWS: Menorica has ceased all of it's Republic control peacefully, It is now no longer a Republic, It is British again. GOD SAVE THE QUEEN!!!
https://instaud.io/3oaS
LONG LIVE THE EMPIRE!
Lunayria, Eastern Selousia
That's just so you can see it and pick countries.
Saint Arsenio, Menorica
International Women's Day
Saint Arsenio celebrates International Women's Day, by honoring the amazing Women who have overcome barriers, and fought for gender equality.
Some roads have been closed for a special March to the Capital, where the Royal Family will deliver their speeches about the amazing Women in their lives, and how Gender Equality is important in the Kingdom. (This event will also be broadcast live)
They will also highlight some of the most influential Women of Saint Arsenio, and how they have changed the Nation for the better. The theme for this year is #BeBoldForChange
Lunayria, United Provinces Emissary, Margaret Thatcher Uk, Not-Brittania, Menorica
Do we have an intelligence agency? Something like the FBI. I think it could be useful in events of a case against voter fraud, treason, and other things like that. We could have a Director of the FBI and a small team that investigates things like the above.
Margaret Thatcher Uk
What are you referring to?
Nothing. I was just asking if we had one. When the voter fraud for the election of the speaker of the house occurred, I think all the pressure was put onto the then Chief Justice to find out who did it. I was just thinking that if we had a group of people that focused on things like that, it could take some pressure off of the next Chief Justice.
Regardless of that, gathering intelligence on NS is difficult. In the case of the election for Speaker, there was no sure way of telling who had created the puppets. We could have guessed based on who was active at the time, but even then that couldn't have been a sure way of telling who did it because of a possible infinite network of puppets.
Map Update
An impressive 6 people have claimed spots on the map, 4 of whom are members of the government, and 1 of whom is me.
If you want a spot on the map, please post on the RMB with your selection.
The countries already taken are:
The USA
The UK
Madagascar
Australia
New Zealand
Russia
France
Greece
Mexico
(this list continues to be updated as claims are made)
Again, the blank map link is here: https://historicalmapchart.net/world-1914.html
The Founding Father, Lunayria, United Provinces Emissary
My lords, ladies and gentlmen,
Over the course of the past 24 hours, the Rt. Hon Prime Minister, United Provinces Emissary has offered me a diplomatic position after i expressed my interest in re-starting my work in Her Majestys government. I would like to make this region aware that i have accepted the nomination of becoming the permanent ambassador to Iran. I am very gratified to be offered this position but i must make this region aware of my intentions as ambassador.
During my tenure as ambassador (if confirmed) I shall:
Respect the traditions and customs of the region of Iran while also making clear our empires interests and concerns.
Considering the recent political discord in Iran, i shall work closely with both our governments to construct deep, meaningful roots for a final partnership of regions.
I shall inform the Prime Minister and Foreign secretary of any and all information which concerns our region and regional security.
If confirmed by the house, I plan to announce my appointment to Iran once the ambasadorship has been confirmed.
I look forward to beginning my diplomatic mission in Iran and i look forward to re-start my work in Her Majestys government!
Please note: my WA puppet to Iran shall be Ambassador Margaret Thatcher
The Founding Father, Lunayria, United Provinces Emissary, Eastern Selousia, Not-Brittania, Newtopian Britain, Saint Arsenio
Post self-deleted by Not-Brittania.
May i Ask where this map will be uploaded once it has been created?
United Provinces Emissary, Saint Arsenio
Could I claim Mexico?
Lunayria, United Provinces Emissary, Not-Brittania
Could Menorica take the United States?
Lunayria
I believe the United states is already taken
Yes, the United States is taken.
Lunayria
Yes to Mexico, no to United States.
Brief Remarks from the Chief Justice
The Speaker of the House has officially sworn me in as the 2nd Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of the Empire Of Great Britain. This is perhaps the greatest honour and privilege that could be bestowed upon me within this region.
I did not envision taking on any more official positions when my long-service as Foreign Secretary ended several months ago. However, the opportunity to defend and develop the Consitution which I authored was one I could not refuse.
I will do my best to provide a check and balance on the legislative and executive branches of our government. I will inform the House of the constitutionality of any bill or motion. And I will also recommend any constitutional reform I believe is required, if and when it is required.
Kindest regards,
Chief Justice of the Supreme Court
Lunayria, United Provinces Emissary, Margaret Thatcher Uk, Eastern Selousia, Regal Windsor, Not-Brittania, Newtopian Britain, Saint Arsenio
Hello, How are you guys?
Saint Arsenio
Great! How about you?
Townsvalley
The regional map has been posted. If anybody either made a claim and it was not posted or still wants to make a claim, let me know and I'll update it.
Note: I also included nations who were on previous maps but did not file new claims, in an effort to make the map look slightly less empty and depressing.
The Founding Father, Lunayria, United Provinces Emissary, Saint Arsenio
Can I claim India?
Lunayria
Yes. I'll make an update at the end of the week in case anybody else wishes to make a claim.
Lunayria, United Provinces Emissary
great!
Saint Arsenio
Congratulations my old friend!
The Founding Father, Lunayria, United Provinces Emissary, Not-Brittania, Saint Arsenio
Reappointment of Recruitment Secretary
I am delighted to announce the reappointment of Menorica as Secretary of State for Recruitment.
The Secretary has enjoyed his sabbatical from government and is now ready to return to the Department of Recruitment with a renewed focus.
Anyone interested in serving as a Recruitment Agent for the Department of Recruitment should contact the Secretary as soon as possible. Increasing the regional population is one of the priorities of the Government.
Sincerely,
Prime Minister of the Empire Of Great Britain
Lunayria, Not-Brittania, Saint Arsenio, Menorica
Tomorrow, I will release a joint statement with President Iramerica of Iran regarding the Security Agreement we have negotiated to work in conjunction with the Treaty of Mutual Cooperation.
The Government has nominated Margaret Thatcher Uk to serve as the Permanent Ambassador to Iran from the Empire Of Great Britain. I ask the House to begin his confirmation process as soon as possible. Appointing an Ambassador is important to maintaining our Treaty obligations.
Sincerely,
Prime Minister of the Empire Of Great Britain
Margaret Thatcher Uk, Not-Brittania, Saint Arsenio
This prices will begin tomorrow. There will be a two day period for citizens to express their view on the appointment. The nominee could also campaign to an extent during this period.
Then there will be a 1 day consideration period during which citizens may contemplate about the nomination. No campaigning of any kind is allowed on this day.
Then there will be a three day vote on the appointment. I will be overseeing this and would ask that the high standards, that you have consistently shown during previous elections, are met during this period.
Thank you,
Speaker of the House
Margaret Thatcher Uk, Not-Brittania, British Imperials
The regional map update will be a little late. It's been a busy week at IAC.
Newtopian Britain, Saint Arsenio, British Imperials
Security Agreement between the Government of Iran and Her Majestys Government of the Empire Of Great Britain
Both parties hereby agree to the following terms;
I. The Royal Navy of the Empire of Great Britain will be granted permanent basing rights within Iran.
II.Members of the Royal Navy of the Empire of Great Britain will be allowed to enter and exit Iran without prior notice or permission. Royal Navy members must log there entry/exits on the RMB.
III. The Permanent Ambassador to Iran from the Empire of Great Britain will be granted the powers of the Secretary of Homeland Security when the office is vacant in Iran. The Permanent Ambassador will report directly to the President of Iran under these circumstances.
This agreement will work in conjunction with the Treaty of Mutual Cooperation between Iran and the Empire of Great Britain until the expiration of the Treaty.
Signed,
Prime Minister of the Empire Of Great Britain
President of Iran
The Founding Father, Margaret Thatcher Uk, Eastern Selousia, Not-Brittania, Saint Arsenio, Menorica, British Imperials
Will this be an amendment to the Treaty of Mutual Cooperation between the Empire Of Great Britain andIran or will it be completely separate agreement? Regardless, The office of the Home Secretary believes this will need to be codified to solidify this agreement and to avoid future confusion.
Nice work Prime Minister!
Margaret Thatcher Uk, Menorica
Home Secretary,
I cannot say with absolute certainty whether this agreement is an amendment to the Treaty of Mutual Cooperation or a separate agreement entirely. However, based on the wording of the Prime Ministers post, I am inclined to think the later.
If that is the case, then the Government does not need the consent of the House of Commons to enter into this agreement. The Constitution currently only requires the House to ratify peace treaties.
Theoretically, any new government would be able to immediately withdraw from this Security Agreement. However, we would need to remain in the Treaty of Mutual Cooperation until 30 days after stating our intent to withdraw, as specified in the Treaty.
Regards,
Chief Justice of the Supreme Court
Eastern Selousia, Menorica
The Security Agreement is not an amendment to the Treaty of Mutual Cooperation, but a separate agreement which will function in conjunction with the original Treaty.
Lunayria, Eastern Selousia, Menorica
Thank you for this clarification Chief Justice.
Home Secretary of the the Empire Of Great Britain
The Founding Father, Lunayria, United Provinces Emissary, Menorica
Prime Minister United Provinces Emissary,
May I inquire to why the embassy with Europe But Better has been aborted.
Thank you,
Margaret Thatcher Uk
My somewhat eary opening address as ambassador to Iran
https://www.nationstates.net/page=rmb/postid=34853187
The Founding Father, Lunayria, United Provinces Emissary, Saint Arsenio
In accordance with the recent poll, TRH Margaret Thatcher Uk will serve as the permanent ambassador to Iran. I wish you the best of luck in your new position.
Repeat after me:
I, Margaret Thatcher Uk,in the presence of God and my peers, do solemnly swear that I will faithfully execute the office of Ambassador to Iran entrusted to me by HIM the Empress and HIM's Government, defend the Charter and the Sovereignty of the Empire against all threats, so help me God. God save the Empress!
Lunayria, United Provinces Emissary, Margaret Thatcher Uk, Not-Brittania, Saint Arsenio
Mr. Defence Secretary,
I believe it may be in the interests of the Empire to establish embassies with Europe But Better, but I dont believe now is the right time for a number of reasons.
Firstly, the political ideology of their regional government is not yet apparent. Secondly, there is already a concerning debate amongst its citizens regarding government censorship.
Thirdly and finally, it is apparent it has no firm embassy policy. I do not want this Government to unintentionally associate our Empire with any region who shares warm relations with any fascist or racist regions etc.
Sincerely,
Prime Minister of the Empire Of Great Britain
Lunayria, Margaret Thatcher Uk, Not-Brittania, Saint Arsenio
I, Margaret Thatcher UK,in the presence of God and my peers, do solemnly swear that I will faithfully execute the office of Ambassador to Iran entrusted to me by HIM the Empress and HIM's Government, defend the Charter and the Sovereignty of the Empire against all threats, so help me God. God save the Empress!
Lunayria, United Provinces Emissary, Newtopian Britain, Saint Arsenio
***THIS IS A PRIORITY MESSAGE FOR ALL MEMBERS OF THE ROYAL NAVY***
ALL MEMBERS OF THE NAVY ARE TO REMAIN ON HIGH ALERT AND WAIT FOR COMMUNICTION FROM MYSELF
ALL MEMBERS OF THE NAVY MUST BE READY FOR MOBILIZATION AS SOON AS POSSIBLE
**END OF MESSAGE**
May I ask why we have deployed to Celtic Britain?
United Provinces Emissary, Saint Arsenio
I will telegram you with the details if the Prime Minister United Provinces Emissary permits me to do so.
United Provinces Emissary
Greetings and Salutations.
Stwinchester, Eastern Selousia, Saint Arsenio
I have anoaced that the drinking age in the stwinchester is 18
Saint Arsenio
Welcome aboard!
Lady Jane Grey-Anumia, Saint Arsenio
Message from IAC
Hello, all. For those of you who have been keeping up with the Official Records/History Factbook, you may have noticed that it's getting a little crowded.
Therefore, I am considering creating an IAC/EOGB Wiki.
Any thoughts?
Also, sorry that Things of the Week have been so delayed. Now that I've got the map all set up, they will be making a full return.
Have a lovely rest of your week,
Director, Imperial Arts Council
Lunayria, United Provinces Emissary, Margaret Thatcher Uk, Eastern Selousia, Saint Arsenio
Thank you.
The Founding Father, Lunayria, Saint Arsenio
Post self-deleted by Not-Brittania.
I return!
Saint Arsenio
Things of the Week Return (at long last)
Citizen of the Week: The Founding Father, in appreciation of his long service as Foreign Secretary under previous governments and now as the Second Chief Justice of the Supreme Court.
Song of the Week: Piano Man by Billy Joel
http://www.thepeoplehistory.com/march31st.html
(the URL tag still hates me)
Historical Figure of the Week: His Holiness the Dalai Lama, on the occasion of the 60th anniversary of his escape into India from Chinese-occupied Tibet.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/14th_Dalai_Lama
Have a lovely week!
Director, IAC
The Founding Father, United Provinces Emissary, Newtopian Britain, Saint Arsenio
Welcome back!
Saint Arsenio, Menorica
****URGENT MESSAGE FOR ANY AND ALL NAVY MEMBER NATIONS OF THE EMPIRE****
**WE REQUIRE IMMEDIATE REINFORCEMENTS OF WA NATIONS TO IMMEDIATLY GO TO Celtic Britain**
*IF YOU ARE A WA MEMBER AND WISH TO ASSIST PLEASE HEAD TO THIS REGION IMMEDIATLY AND ENDORSE MY NATION Lunayrian Remnants*
United Provinces Emissary
Post self-deleted by Menorica.
Greetings! Empire of Great Britain
Alpha Wolf, United Provinces Emissary, Not-Brittania, Saint Arsenio
Hello! Welcome to the Empire!
Alpha Wolf, United Provinces Emissary, Auxila
The Battle for Celtic Britain
The Royal Navy peacefully incorporated Celtic Britain as an Overseas Protectorate of the Empire Of Great Britain last week. The Government was in the process of introducing the native population of the region to the wider Empire.
However, a foreign force has now entered the region and overthrown the appointed Governor-General. I request every member of the Royal Navy and any able WA Nation to proceed to Celtic Britain and join the reinforcements.
If we lose control of the region, so be it. But it will not be without a fight.
Sincerely,
Prime Minister of the Empire Of Great Britain
Alpha Wolf, Saint Arsenio
It seems as though most of the population of WA nations is complicit in this. What will be their fate?
Alpha Wolf, Saint Arsenio
Jedi Knights, Wolf Clan and Black Ops are weak sauce, frankly.
Alpha Wolf
Post self-deleted by Antifa001.
Post self-deleted by Antifa001.
Perhaps we could try and reason with the WA Delegate of the Region? We could ask them to un-ban the Royal Navy and sign a Treaty. We could then offer them something in return for agreeing to the terms.
Alpha Wolf
They're just invaders. They have no interest in diplomacy.
Alpha Wolf
Greetings, what do you have in mind?
On the contrary, I'm here to listen what you have to say
Not-Brittania
Do you people think I would forgive your crime of attempting to break into my account?
Alpha Wolf
A crime indeed, but lets see what they have to say. *sits down at table with coffee and a map*
Not-Brittania, Menorica, Antifa001
Who attempted to break into your account?
One of your navy officers.
Do you know who?
Alpha Force
I don't.But you know them.
Leave it we are not here to talk about that.
Post by Antifa001 suppressed by Eastern Selousia.
We order immediate withdrawal of your remaining troops if you don't want further damage.
CC:Alpha Wolf
Is there any discord server, in here?
We will not be threatened or intimidated by you and we certainly do not follow your orders.
The Government of the Empire Of Great Britain is willing to discuss the future of Celtic Britain with your group through diplomatic channels.
Sincerely,
Prime Minister of the Empire Of Great Britain
Saint Arsenio, Menorica
The Government condemns any attempt by any citizen to illegally access the account of another person. Anyone found guilty of this will be ejected, banned and reported to the relevant NationStates authorities.
Post by Antifa001 suppressed by United Provinces Emissary.
We want the region to build our base.
You don't have any choice,either you will leave by yourself or you will be kicked out,what's the reason for diplomacy and meetings when you have already lost.
90% of your Navy is already banned the rest 10% will be soon.
There's no point in resisting now when you are already drowning.The Jedi's have won,your Starfleet has sinked.
Post by Antifa002 suppressed by United Provinces Emissary.
Banning me and suppressing the posts won't simply work.
The truth is you people have lost the war.
And what have you written on your WFE,"The empire on which the sun never sets"? I am laughing off.
You people can't even manage a war and came begging me for diplomacy and free the region.
LOL
No, there is not.
May i inquire to where the proof of "attempted Break in" to this account is? It is quite a strong accusation to make.
And such Behaviour will NOT be and NEVER be Tolerated in our Empire Of Great Britain.
The Founding Father, Saint Arsenio
I would also like to know how you have come to the conclusion that it was one of our officers/citizens, who attempted to break into your account.
The Founding Father, Lunayria, United Provinces Emissary, Not-Brittania
Post self-deleted by Lunayria.
Post by Antifa002 suppressed by United Provinces Emissary.
https://www.nationstates.net/page=dispatch/id=1190495
Saint Arsenio
The Home Office would also like to see any proof of one our nations trying to break into another nations account. If this is true and said evidence is produced, the Home Office and I'm sure the government as a whole would be more than willing to work with the occupiers of Celtic Britain in an effort to punish such heinous acts. The Home office is conducting an investigation into the matter but until such evidence is produced, we cannot take action on the claim. Such a strong accusation must be backed up with proof.
Margaret Thatcher Uk, Not-Brittania, Saint Arsenio, British Imperials
Still, I would like to know how this accusation could be pinned to one of our citizens. It could very well be anyone else. I'm not saying that the accusations are absolutely wrong, because I have no proof of that, but still.
Margaret Thatcher Uk, Eastern Selousia, Menorica
The Empire of Great Britain Shall Never Lose! Never Doubt One Of The Greatest Empires In The RP World! And We Didn't Come Begging, As A Correction. In The Words Of Prime Minister Winston Churchill; "WE SHALL NEVER SURRENDER!"
Margaret Thatcher Uk, Saint Arsenio
Post by Antifa002 suppressed by United Provinces Emissary.
You have already lost the game,you can't defend Celtic Britain,Union Jack was crushed under our feet.
And your people did begged to me as I said,whether you accept it or not.
Churchill..another name of Demon.
Your region lost it.
https://www.nationstates.net/page=dispatch/id=1190495
Now wait a minute, A war takes more effort to win. You can't just kick out a group full of brave defenders and call it a day, Remember only each required battle would have to be won for a war to be over and a significant loss. If you want to play the game, You better play it right.. And can you show us all proof of the begging? Because i have a feeling that you are LYING to us all just so your region could gain Independence from our region....And Yes, Churchill. A great man who served well.
Not yet would it be lost; Unless a Declaration was signed. Like i said; Each battle counts, You can't just kick a group out and proclaim Liberty in the region. Each required battle would have to be won for a war to be over and a significant loss.
Margaret Thatcher Uk, Saint Arsenio, Sovereign British Isles
Post by Antifa002 suppressed by United Provinces Emissary.
Churchill..the demon who killed more than 6 million people in South Asia.
Lol..I can measure your knowledge of R/D by your statements.
Your people were Harding Celtic Britain,I came whipped them and kicked them out.Then again your cockroache army tried to enter I kicked them out as well.
I don't you know what else you mean a war....I know you are denying it because you have lost.
Have you seen it 250+ views,so many people have witnessed your loss.
Assembled with Dot's Region Saver.
Written by Refuge Isle.