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Shackley wrote:https://www.nationstates.net/page=faq#regions

How are we to build such a navy, I have a bunch of old failed nations, mainly Lunayrian Remnants a failed splinter nation to my current one, which I still have access to but they are unable to join the WA.

Thanks for reading,

Lunayria

Saint Arsenio

Menorican National Flag lowered half staff to honour the lives lost, Remembering on this very day as the end of the First World War.

The Founding Father, Colfax County, Shackley, Not-Brittania, Saint Arsenio, Monrodesia

Lunayria wrote:How are we to build such a navy, I have a bunch of old failed nations, mainly Lunayrian Remnants a failed splinter nation to my current one, which I still have access to but they are unable to join the WA.

Thanks for reading,

Lunayria

You can withdraw from the WA with your main nation and join it with your secondary.

Saint Arsenio

Menorica wrote:Menorican National Flag lowered half staff to honour the lives lost, Remembering on this very day as the end of the First World War.

Amen to that.

The Founding Father, Colfax County, Shackley, Saint Arsenio

Menorican Flag has been re-raised. Following the conclusion of Remembrance Day, Lowering the flag to half staff was my way of paying Tribute and my respects to those lives lost during the First World War.

Creekmoor, Not-Brittania

Things of the Week will be slightly late this morning. The Home Office apologizes.

The Founding Father

Foreign Office Statement on Invasion of the Philippines

Yesterday, a coalition force of aggressors invaded and occupied the Philippines. The official government has been ousted and the diplomatic ties of the region are currently being dismantled by the occupiers.

The Empire Of Great Britain strongly condemns this unprovoked attack on our ally. We call on the occupying forces to immediately withdraw and to respect the regional sovereignty of the Philippines.

We stand by ready to assist our friends and allies in any way we can.

The Founding Father

Foreign Secretary of the Empire Of Great Britain

Freedom Way, Not-Brittania, Tagalog

The Founding Father wrote:Foreign Office Statement on Invasion of the Philippines

Yesterday, a coalition force of aggressors invaded and occupied the Philippines. The official government has been ousted and the diplomatic ties of the region are currently being dismantled by the occupiers.

The Empire Of Great Britain strongly condemns this unprovoked attack on our ally. We call on the occupying forces to immediately withdraw and to respect the regional sovereignty of the Philippines.

We stand by ready to assist our friends and allies in any way we can.

The Founding Father

Foreign Secretary of the Empire Of Great Britain

It is a tragedy that this has happened, is there anyhting the Empire Of Great Britain can do to help?

The Founding Father, Colfax County, Not-Brittania, Saint Arsenio, Menorica, Tagalog

Lunayria wrote:It is a tragedy that this has happened, is there anyhting the Empire Of Great Britain do to help?

I am consulting with the Prime Minister to see what can be done.

The Founding Father

Again this makes me concerned for the defence mechanisms of our region.

The Founding Father, Colfax County, Lunayria, Not-Brittania, Saint Arsenio, United Luna Isles

Statement from the Prime Minister

I have been fully briefied by the Foreign Secretary with regards to the invasion and occupation of the Philippines. Of course, we strongly condemn this unprovoked attack on our allies and demand the aggressors withdraw immediately.

I have permanently banned from the Empire Of Great Britain the individual resposnisble for the dismantlement of the Philippines diplomatic network. Unfortunately, we are not able to ban any other nations from the occupying force at this time.

This latest series of events highlights the need for us to prioritise the establishment of our own armed force, the Royal Navy. This is now the number one priority of the government. I intend to make an important announcement about this in the coming days.

Meanwhile, the Foreign Secretary will inform the occupying force of the Philippines of our objection to their invasion and demand they immediately withdraw. I will contact the leader of the government in exile and offer our support. Should a coalition force be formed to invade the Philippines and drive the occupiers out, I believe we should be ready to assist with all available WA Nations.

Colfax County

Prime Minister of the Empire Of Great Britain

Lunayria, Shackley, Creekmoor, Not-Brittania, Saint Arsenio, Tagalog, United Luna Isles

I am seeing the numbers are growing on the member-nations board, That is a great sign of our future in the Empire of Great Britain.

The Founding Father, Lunayria, Not-Brittania, Saint Arsenio, United Luna Isles

Colfax County wrote:Statement from the Prime Minister

I have been fully briefied by the Foreign Secretary with regards to the invasion and occupation of the Philippines. Of course, we strongly condemn this unprovoked attack on our allies and demand the aggressors withdraw immediately.

I have permanently banned from the Empire Of Great Britain the individual resposnisble for the dismantlement of the Philippines diplomatic network. Unfortunately, we are not able to ban any other nations from the occupying force at this time.

This latest series of events highlights the need for us to prioritise the establishment of our own armed force, the Royal Navy. This is now the number one priority of the government. I intend to make an important announcement about this in the coming days.

Meanwhile, the Foreign Secretary will inform the occupying force of the Philippines of our objection to their invasion and demand they immediately withdraw. I will contact the leader of the government in exile and offer our support. Should a coalition force be formed to invade the Philippines and drive the occupiers out, I believe we should be ready to assist with all available WA Nations.

Colfax County

Prime Minister of the Empire Of Great Britain

So unfortunate what our Allies have been going through. I know that we can build up the Royal Navy, and drive the invaders out in no time, and without any trouble.

Post by Cornlind suppressed by Colfax County.

Cornlind

Saint Arsenio wrote:So unfortunate what our Allies have been going through. I know that we can build up the Royal Navy, and drive the invaders out in no time, and without any trouble.

Nope not gonna happen

Resignation of the Defence Secretary

I have accepted the resignation of Stwinchester as the Secretary of State for Defence.

The Secretary has served the Department of Defence with considerable distinction in the Empire Of Great Britain and our two predecessor regions, the British Commonwealth of Free States and the Commonwealth of Great Britain and Eire.

It is my intention to name the barracks of our armed forces in honour of the inaugural Defence Secretary. I have also informed Her Majesty the Queen of my intention to create a service medal called the St Winchester Medal.

I will announce the appointment of a new Secretary of State for Defence shortly. A statement regarding the incorporation of the Royal Navy will be released in the next few days.

Colfax County

Prime Minister of the Empire Of Great Britain

God Save the Queen, Long Live the Empire!

The Founding Father, Shackley, His Highness Cromwell, Not-Brittania, Saint Arsenio, Menorica

This is a comment about the recent poll set up by Prime Minister Colfax County. I would love to help out the Region, and join the House of Commons. I'm not sure how to run for it, or be elected, but I would be more than willing to serve in it.

Lunayria, United Luna Isles

You don't need to be elected. All citizens become members upon entry.

The Founding Father, Colfax County, Saint Arsenio

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Introduction of the Threat Level System

Today, I am introducing a Threat Level System to the Empire Of Great Britain. This system provides a clear and easy way for Her Imperial Majesty's Government to communicate the level of threat to the security of the Empire. The Secretary of State for Defence and the Department of Defence will be responsible for assessing our security situation and recommending the threat level to the government. The current level will be permanently displayed on the World Factbook Entry.

Threat Levels of the Empire Of Great Britain

1. Critical (Red)

2. Severe (Orange)

3. Substantial (Amber)

4. Moderate (Green)

5. Low (Gold)

Due to the ongoing occupation of the Philippines and the recent attempted invasion of Iran, the current threat level to the Empire will be set at Substantial (Amber) until further notice. In the event the level is ever raised to Severe (Orange), every member of the Royal Navy will report to duty and standby for orders from the Defence Secretary. Should the level ever rise to Critical (Red), the Royal Navy will report for duty, our borders will be closed and a State of Emergency will be declared.

I hope to have more news regarding the Royal Navy soon.

Colfax County

Prime Minister of the Empire Of Great Britain

The Founding Father, America Jb, Not-Brittania, Saint Arsenio, Menorica, United Luna Isles

New Citizen of the Week has been posted.

This week we are proud to feature longtime Secretary of State for Defense Stwinchester. His service to our region and our two predecessor regions are greatly appreciated by all of our citizens.

Colfax County, Lunayria, Saint Arsenio, United Luna Isles

I have published a new poll in order to gain a better understanding of how citizens would like the position of WA Delegate to be handled in the future.

I have also directed The Founding Father to present a possible amendment to the Constitution concerning the House of Commons. This is due to the overwhelming support of the Empire for the legislature in our last regional poll. The amendment will aim to simplify and promote the successful running of the House.

The Founding Father, Lunayria, Saint Arsenio, Menorica, United Luna Isles

The Allied States of Tankreg is proud to announce that it's Foreign Aid, Employment, Safety, Welfare, Pacifism and Economy Programs are booming and going brilliant.

We are rated in the top 5% for the first five, and our economy is marked as "Thriving".

However, Jamie Paterson is ashamed in its country's Civil Rights record. Rest assured, he is striving to improve this as soon as possible at the cost of anything.

Regarding current Regional affairs, Tankreg would like to question the current Threat Level - has the Foreign Secretary missed something, per chance?

Lunayria, United Luna Isles

Post self-deleted by Lunayria.

Post self-deleted by Lunayria.

Sorry for being late in updating the Imperial Map, I've been somewhat distracted recently. I'll be posting in the next few days or so after Tankreg claims his territory. Apologies to Foreign Secretary The Founding Father in particular.

The Founding Father, Lunayria, Not-Brittania, Saint Arsenio, Menorica

I am at a loss of what to do currently, I somehow keep one adopting the "socialism" policy. I have no clue whether that is good or bad, I mean having all the industry under government control seems good but I'm not to sure. Please respond if you have any insight into this crisis of mine.

Lunayria wrote:I am at a loss of what to do currently, I somehow keep one adopting the "socialism" policy. I have no clue whether that is good or bad, I mean having all the industry under government control seems good but I'm not to sure. Please respond if you have any insight into this crisis of mine.

As I understand it, according to the World Census, socialism simply means that your industry is government controlled. You can be a left-wing utopia or a psychotic dictatorship and still have the socialism policy. It's really up to you to determine what it means for your nation.

Hello to all.

Saint Arsenio

Everybody, the Philippines are free once again!

The Founding Father, Colfax County, Saint Arsenio, Menorica

Not-Brittania wrote:Everybody, the Philippines are free once again!

That is very good news! Did we liberate them, or did someone else do it?

Saint Arsenio wrote:That is very good news! Did we liberate them, or did someone else do it?

I don't know if they were liberated or if the invaders got bored and left. Or perhaps a combination of both.

Saint Arsenio

Not-Brittania wrote:Everybody, the Philippines are free once again!

Saint Arsenio wrote:That is very good news! Did we liberate them, or did someone else do it?

Yes it is very much some good news, but we must not let our guard down; it is still important we get the Navy full armed and operational to make sure something like what has occurred in Philippines never happens to this outstanding region.

Not-Brittania, Saint Arsenio

Lunayria wrote:Yes it is very much some good news, but we must not let our guard down; it is still important we get the Navy full armed and operational to make sure something like what has occurred in Philippines never happens to this outstanding region.

Neat.

Saint Arsenio

Proposed Constitutional Amendment

I have attached my proposed amendment to the Constitution of Great Britain in the World Factbook Entry. The Prime Minister requested that I author this amendment in order to improve the organization and productivity of the House of Commons.

By having four separate sessions (Winter, Spring, Summer, Autumn) of the House over the course of a year, we will achieve the following:

- Three month term for the House.

- Three month renewable term for Prime Minister.

- Three month renewable term for Speaker of the House of Commons.

- Four elections per year for Prime Minister.

- Four elections per year for Speaker of the House of Commons.

- Four chances to register for Membership of the House per year.

The three month terms will hopefully encourage a sitting Prime Minister and the House to complete any legislative business before the end of a term and new elections for the Prime Minister and Speaker are required. You can read the proposed amendment in full here:

https://www.nationstates.net/page=dispatch/id=1128114

I invite any feedback, but I hope we can take this amendment to a vote before Saturday 1st December 2018.

Thank you,

The Founding Father

Foreign Secretary of the Empire Of Great Britain

Not-Brittania, Saint Arsenio

The Founding Father wrote:Proposed Constitutional Amendment

I have attached my proposed amendment to the Constitution of Great Britain in the World Factbook Entry. The Prime Minister requested that I author this amendment in order to improve the organization and productivity of the House of Commons.

By having four separate sessions (Winter, Spring, Summer, Autumn) of the House over the course of a year, we will achieve the following:

- Three month term for the House.

- Three month renewable term for Prime Minister.

- Three month renewable term for Speaker of the House of Commons.

- Four elections per year for Prime Minister.

- Four elections per year for Speaker of the House of Commons.

- Four chances to register for Membership of the House per year.

The three month terms will hopefully encourage a sitting Prime Minister and the House to complete any legislative business before the end of a term and new elections for the Prime Minister and Speaker are required. You can read the proposed amendment in full here:

https://www.nationstates.net/page=dispatch/id=1128114

I invite any feedback, but I hope we can take this amendment to a vote before Saturday 1st December 2018.

Thank you,

The Founding Father

Foreign Secretary of the Empire Of Great Britain

Looks fine to me.

The Founding Father, Saint Arsenio

Message from the Home Office

Hello, all. Two things.

First off, if you haven't read The Founding Father's proposed Constitutional Amendment yet, I suggest you do so.

Second of all, I have received permission from the PM to compile the official history of the Empire Of Great Britain and our predecessor regions, the British Commonwealth of Free States and the Commonwealth of Great Britain and Eire. However, as I arrived during the waning days of the Free States, much of the period before then is unknown to me. If any of you wish to telegram me with lists of previous officers and cabinet members of our regions or stories of influential moments in our history, please do so.

Actually, if there's anything you want included, please telegram me. The richer our history book, the better.

I'll pin the factbook once I start working on it so that you all can see the progress.

Not-Brittania

Home Secretary and Deputy Prime Minister of the Empire Of Great Britain

The Founding Father, Colfax County, Saint Arsenio

If I may be one of the first to Congratulate Lunayria on becoming the new Defense Secretary.

The Founding Father, Shackley, Not-Brittania, Menorica

Saint Arsenio wrote:If I may be one of the first to Congratulate Lunayria on becoming the new Defense Secretary.

I second that.

The Founding Father, Saint Arsenio

Alright Me ol' China, who wants a 80's utopia

Visit monrodesia.

Cabinet Appointment

I am delighted to officially announce the appointment of Lunayria as the new Secretary of State for Defence.

The Secretary and I will develop a new defence strategy for the Empire Of Great Britain, which will include the immediate formation of our armed force - the Royal Navy.

I urge any WA Nations interested in joining the Royal Navy to contact the new Defence Secretary and await further instructions.

Sincerely,

Colfax County

Prime Minister of the Empire Of Great Britain

The Founding Father, Lunayria, Shackley, Creekmoor, Not-Brittania, Saint Arsenio, Menorica

Colfax County wrote:Cabinet Appointment

I am delighted to officially announce the appointment of Lunayria as the new Secretary of State for Defence.

The Secretary and I will develop a new defence strategy for the Empire Of Great Britain, which will include the immediate formation of our armed force - the Royal Navy.

I urge any WA Nations interested in joining the Royal Navy to contact the new Defence Secretary and await further instructions.

Sincerely,

Colfax County

Prime Minister of the Empire Of Great Britain

Thank you for appointing my nation as the Defence Secretary of this Great Region.

I love democracy, I love the Empire Of Great Britain. The power you give me will be used in a sensible and responsible manner; to ensure our security and continuing stability but most importantly for a safe and secure society.

I will do my best to serve my position well.

God bless the Queen,

Empress Fea, Beloved Leader of Lunayria

The Founding Father, Colfax County, Shackley, Not-Brittania, Saint Arsenio, Menorica

Message from the Home Office

Hello, everyone!

The official history of our regions has been pinned in the dispatches section. Please take a look and give me any feedback. Keep in mind that it is a work in progress.

Here's the link

The Founding Father, Colfax County, Saint Arsenio, Menorica

Yet Another Message from the Home Office

Hello again.

Things of the Week have been updated, and this week are grounded in discussion concerning our Royal Navy.

The Citizen of the Week is Saint Arsenio, the first nation who was not a member of the government to volunteer their services to Her Imperial Majesty's Navy.

The Song of the Week is the great Royal Navy classic Heart of Oak. ***Edit: It's also Shackley's national anthem.***

The Historical Figure of the Week is Charles Middleton, 1st Baron Barham, who was First Lord of the Admiralty and First Naval Lord during the first half of the Napoleonic Wars and also played a role in the abolition of the slave trade in Britain. He also had a Queen Elizabeth-class Battleship named after him, HMS Barham, which was active in both world wars.

Have a lovely week!

- Not-Brittania

Home Secretary, Deputy PM

Empire Of Great Britain

The Founding Father, Shackley, Newtopian Britain, Saint Arsenio, Menorica

Constitutional Amendment Vote

It is my intention to put the Proposed Constitutional Amendment on the House of Commons to a vote on Wednesday 28th November for a period of five days.

I advise everyone to read the Proposed Amendment to help inform their vote.

You can read it here: https://www.nationstates.net/page=dispatch/id=1128114

Sincerely,

Colfax County

Prime Minister of the Empire Of Great Britain

The Founding Father, Shackley, Not-Brittania, Saint Arsenio

I apologise that I left. I was setting up a protectorate in Dorset

Colfax County, Saint Arsenio, Menorica

I was wondering, How many days do i get as WA Delegate?

Menorica wrote:I was wondering, How many days do i get as WA Delegate?

Mr. Delegate,

Her Imperial Majesty's Government ran a poll last week asking, "Do you believe the position holder of WA Delegate should be selected by the Government or elected by the people?".

69% of those polled believed that the position of WA Delegate should be elected by the people.

Therefore, I believe we should pass an act in the House of Commons which legislates for the regular election of the WA Delegate

Lunayria, Not-Brittania, Saint Arsenio, Menorica

Is it me or is the NationStates Site Template is slowly changing anonymously? First i see fades on banners, Now i'm seeing buttons with a side colour to it, And i could swear something feels a little different about the region page's template.

Colfax County, Saint Arsenio

Constitutional Amendment

This is a reminder that the current poll asking whether the Constitution should be amended is a House of Commons vote. Everyone is eligible to vote and the result is legally binding.

I encourage everyone to cast a vote and exercise their democratic right as citizens.

The Founding Father, Not-Brittania, Saint Arsenio

Good Evening everyone! This is a Message regarding the Winter Session for the House of Commons.

Since the Proposed Amendment is currently being voted on, will we start the 1st Winter Session, or will we wait until the Amendment is passed?

Saint Arsenio wrote:Good Evening everyone! This is a Message regarding the Winter Session for the House of Commons.

Since the Proposed Amendment is currently being voted on, will we start the 1st Winter Session, or will we wait until the Amendment is passed?

It is my understanding of the amendment that it will take effect immediately if approved by the house, meaning that we will start the winter session a couple of days late, elect a PM and speaker, and then resume business as usual.

The Founding Father, Colfax County, Shackley, Saint Arsenio

As I have spent my live rebuilding our great nation with Winston’s churchill after the war, after enduring many trials and tribulations together as a nation, I would like to announce that I, Queen Elizabeth II would like to host a dinner for 1,000 of my very most loyal citizens. I appreciate all of you for being here during my reign. Citizens are randomly selected and you shall be notified by mail. Thank you.

Menorica

Hrh Queen Elizabeth Ii wrote:Greetings.

Welcome to the Empire Of Great Britain!

Shackley, Not-Brittania, Saint Arsenio, Hrh Queen Elizabeth Ii, Menorica

Colfax County wrote:Welcome to the Empire Of Great Britain!

I thank you very much!

Colfax County, Saint Arsenio

Hrh Queen Elizabeth Ii wrote:As I have spent my live rebuilding our great nation with Winston’s churchill after the war, after enduring many trials and tribulations together as a nation, I would like to announce that I, Queen Elizabeth II would like to host a dinner for 1,000 of my very most loyal citizens. I appreciate all of you for being here during my reign. Citizens are randomly selected and you shall be notified by mail. Thank you.

Your Majesty, I am very sorry we have had to close your great region, I hope you know that it was for the best as you see how much progress that is happening in this new British-themed region. I am very thrilled that you are with us now, and continue to show your support for citizens. Menorica was almost appointed as your region's World Assembly Delegate, It was an honour of having the opportunity to even be appointed as WA Delegate during your region's existence, And it is still very much an honour to serve as WA Delegate Today. We will never forget the British Commonwealth Of Nations and have officially added it to our region's History as you could see a Factbook on the region's public pinning status explaining the EMGB's regional History.

Shackley, Not-Brittania, Saint Arsenio

Menorica wrote:Your Majesty, I am very sorry we have had to close your great region, I hope you know that it was for the best as you see how much progress that is happening in this new British-themed region. I am very thrilled that you are with us now, and continue to show your support for citizens. Menorica was almost appointed as your region's World Assembly Delegate, It was an honour of having the opportunity to even be appointed as WA Delegate during your region's existence, And it is still very much an honour to serve as WA Delegate Today. We will never forget the British Commonwealth Of Nations and have officially added it to our region's History as you could see a Factbook on the region's public pinning status explaining the EMGB's regional History.

My dearest loyal subject,

If you are referring to the other individual with a similar name to mine mentioned in a factbook of yours, we are not the same person.

I formed this nation a long time ago wishing to find a region with British Monarchial role play and that is why I’m here.

However, I will keep my eyes open if anyone with a nation name similar to mine is refounded.

I hope to be an involved member in this region.

Thank you.

-From the Courts Of Her Royal Highness

Shackley, Not-Brittania, Saint Arsenio, Menorica

Hello!

Just to clear some things up with NS, Of course, I'm actually not Prince Charles, and I'm not trying to impersonate him. This is for roleplay needs only.

Shackley, Hrh Queen Elizabeth Ii

Damn, I had my hopes up thinking we could get the whole royal fam on here! There go my chances of becoming a lord

Not-Brittania, Hrh Queen Elizabeth Ii

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Shackley wrote:Damn, I had my hopes up thinking we could get the whole royal fam on here! There go my chances of becoming a lord

No lordship for you! You refused to even grant me a good cup of evening tea!!!!!

Shackley

Hrh Prince Charles wrote:Hello!

Just to clear some things up with NS, Of course, I'm actually not Prince Charles, and I'm not trying to impersonate him. This is for roleplay needs only.

My son! How are you?

(This person is not me. I only have one nation on this region which is this one).

Hrh Queen Elizabeth Ii wrote:My son! How are you?

(This person is not me. I only have one nation on this region which is this one).

He left roughly 9 hours ago for United Kingdom.

Hrh Queen Elizabeth Ii wrote:My son! How are you?

(This person is not me. I only have one nation on this region which is this one).

He left the region roughly 9 hours ago for United Kingdom.

Message from the Home Office

Hello, everybody! Things of the Week are here once more!

Our Citizen of the Week is Hms Rimmer a Rimmer-class Supercarrier from the Royal Shackleyan Navy and an integral part of our Royal Navy. The Government strongly encourages any nation interested in joining the WA and serving in the Royal Navy to telegram our Defense Secretary, Lunayria.

Song of the Week is the Star Spangled Banner, please see below for reasoning.

Our historical figure of the week is the late President George H. W. Bush, who passed away late on 11/30, was a dedicated servant of his country and of all the democracies of the world and was respected and loved by those of all political affiliations. Even us social democrats and socialists over here in Not-Brittania. May he rest in peace.

The Home Office will begin accepting nominations/suggestions for Things of the Week starting this coming week.

Hope everybody has a lovely week!

Not-Brittania

Home Secretary, Deputy Prime Minister

Empire Of Great Britain

Colfax County, Shackley, Saint Arsenio, Menorica

May I be the first to welcome back United Provinces Emissary at the conclusion of his successful mission to Iran.

United Provinces Emissary, Shackley, Saint Arsenio, Hrh Queen Elizabeth Ii, Menorica

Not-Brittania wrote:May I be the first to welcome back United Provinces Emissary at the conclusion of his successful mission to Iran.

Welcome back!

Not-Brittania wrote:May I be the first to welcome back United Provinces Emissary at the conclusion of his successful mission to Iran.

Thank you. I am delighted to be home after a long and ultimately successful mission on behalf of the Foreign Office.

Shackley, Not-Brittania, Newtopian Britain, Saint Arsenio

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Passage of Constitutional Amendment

The proposal to amend the Constitution of the Empire Of Great Britain has passed with 82% of those who voted favouring the amendment.

I will present the amendment to Her Majesty Queen Victoria, who will grant it Royal Assent in the next few hours.

As per the amendment, the Winter Session (1st Dec - 1st Feb) of the House of Commons has now begun. The first act of the House in this new session is to elect a Speaker before electing a member of the House as Prime Minister.

The election of the Speaker will take place via poll on Friday 7th December. I ask anyone interested in the position to announce their candidacy before this date.

The Founding Father, Shackley, Not-Brittania, Saint Arsenio, Hrh Queen Elizabeth Ii

I, Saint Arsenio, announce my candidacy for Speaker of the House

Colfax County, Not-Brittania, Hrh Queen Elizabeth Ii, Menorica

Her Majesty would like to offer everyone some cake......

Shackley, Not-Brittania, Newtopian Britain, Saint Arsenio

Hrh Queen Elizabeth Ii wrote:Her Majesty would like to offer everyone some cake......

Everyone in the entirety of your Britannic Empire, your Madge?

Not-Brittania, Saint Arsenio, Hrh Queen Elizabeth Ii

I,Newtopian Britain , announce my candidacy for Speaker of the House

United Provinces Emissary, Not-Brittania, Saint Arsenio

Are we allowed to Campaign? As in "Vote for (Nation Name) because...

Saint Arsenio wrote:Are we allowed to Campaign? As in "Vote for (Nation Name) because...

During the previous election for Prime Minister, candidates simply made a brief post outlining their platform and their beliefs. Obviously this is for a different position, but something similar would not be a grievous protocol breach in my opinion. I would refrain from spamming either on the RMB or via telegram, because that just becomes annoying.

EDIT: And it also in this case serves to politicize a role that is extremely apolitical.

Colfax County, Newtopian Britain, Saint Arsenio

Hello chaps! You may be aware of an ongoing RP thread in International Incidents known as "Commerce and Corsairs", a pirates & privateers RP hosted by The Chuck. In my telegrams with The Chuck he has suggested the founding of embassies between our region and his own; Northern Ocean. If my esteemed governmental colleagues would be interested let it be known that The Chuck has proven most cordial in our interactions and I recommend him wholeheartedly.

Of course this me simply passing on a message, it is not my place to interfere with matters of diplomacy. Keep up the good work chaps!

The Founding Father, Not-Brittania, Saint Arsenio

Hello All citizens of The Empire Of Great Britain! As you may know, voting for the Speaker of the House is on Friday December 7, 2018. You may also be aware that I am running for office.

I will try to keep this short, and not waste your time, so here I go. I believe that I can make this great Region better than it already is.

You may be saying to yourself, "[nation=noflag]Saint Arsenio[/nation] has only been here for a few weeks, what do they know about our Region?" Yes, this is true. I have only been here for a few weeks, but I can already tell that this region can be so much more.

You may also be thinking that choosing a new Nation to represent your Region is a bad idea, but electing a new Nation into Government actually has benefits that can make The Empire Of Great Britain even better. For example, if you elect a new Nation in office, they can take ideas they brought from their old region, and make it fit in with the Regions rules and laws. They can also help to introduce new laws that they found important from their old region, and propose it to see if it is fair for everyone, which I will do.

The benefits of electing a new Nation to office are endless! That is why you should vote for me, [nation]Saint Arsenio[/nation] in the upcoming Speaker of the House election, to ensure that the Region remains a fair place for all.

Shackley wrote:Everyone in the entirety of your Britannic Empire, your Madge?

Indeed my loyal subject. Free cake for all.

Shackley, Not-Brittania, Saint Arsenio

Hrh Queen Elizabeth Ii wrote:Indeed my loyal subject. Free cake for all.

Splendid, is the cake chocolate flavor?

Shackley, Not-Brittania, Saint Arsenio, Hrh Queen Elizabeth Ii

Hello fellow region members,

I’m writing today to just give you a brief insight into my plans if I were to be elected to the position of Speaker of the House of Commons.

First of all I, like I’m sure many of you, am patriotic and proud of our region. The highest honour I can think of is being a formal member of its parliament. I would not take this position for granted and make sure the role is carried out with due grace and decorum.

I stand for traditional British values which our founder, Her Majesty Queen Victoria, symbolises. The House of Commons will become a powerhouse of opinions for all members as I will see that all members are heard from its enthusiasm and without discrimination. I also represent change and feel I have many ideas that can only be for the betterment of the region.

Thank you for taking the time to read this and if you have any questions for me, don’t hesitate to send me a telegram!

Lunayria, United Provinces Emissary, Not-Brittania

I would like to disagree with Newtopian Britain's campaign post; how can a autocratic dictatorship where civil freedoms are practically unheard of "represent change"?

Hrh Queen Elizabeth Ii wrote:Indeed my loyal subject. Free cake for all.

Scrummy

Shackley, Not-Brittania, Hrh Queen Elizabeth Ii

Tankreg wrote:I would like to disagree with Newtopian Britain's campaign post; how can a autocratic dictatorship where civil freedoms are practically unheard of "represent change"?

My nations internal politics do not have any influence over my policies and changes I plan on bringing to our region. As I said in my campaign post, I plan on making the House of Commons a powerhouse of opinions from all members who have differing political views. This is to create a more diverse region, allowing us to grow and change for the betterment of us all.

Lunayria, United Provinces Emissary, Not-Brittania

Would I be correct in assuming that as Emperor Consort to Her Majesty Queen Victoria, that I am prohibited from being a member of the House of Commons or voting in any General Election or House vote?

Saint Arsenio

His Highness Cromwell wrote:Would I be correct in assuming that as Emperor Consort to Her Majesty Queen Victoria, that I am prohibited from being a member of the House of Commons or voting in any General Election or House vote?

It is traditionally accepted that should the Monarch or any of their close family members vote in a General Election it would cause a constitutional crisis. This is because the Monarch would illustrate a political bias/preference for the government they wished to be formed in their name.

Just as you, His Highness Cromwell, did not vote in any election during your time in office as Lord Protector (the Head of State) in the former Commonwealth of Great Britain and Eire.

Not-Brittania, Saint Arsenio

Hello Everyone!

Not-Brittania, Saint Arsenio

Alserfan wrote:Hello Everyone!

Hello, welcome to the region!

Lunayria, Not-Brittania, Saint Arsenio

Alserfan wrote:Hello Everyone!

Welcome to the Empire Of Great Britain! I'm sure you'll love it here!

United Provinces Emissary, Not-Brittania, Newtopian Britain

Do we have a forum? If not, I would love to make one or help to make one for the Region! I also know a Forum creator website in mind, that I think would work perfectly.

Saint Arsenio wrote:Do we have a forum? If not, I would love to make one or help to make one for the Region! I also know a Forum creator website in mind, that I think would work perfectly.

We have a House of Commons forum that's onsite. In terms of an offsite forum, I'd suggest that you get in touch with Shackley, as that would be very much his domain.

Shackley, Saint Arsenio

VOTING FOR SPEAKER WILL CLOSE AT ROUGHLY 10:40 AM GMT TOMORROW!

Also, things of the week will be out sometime today.

Saint Arsenio

Message from the Home Office

Hello, all!

Things of the Week are here again.

Citizen of the Week goes to Hrh Queen Elizabeth Ii for providing us all with some much needed humor these past couple of weeks. And for the cake, of course.

Song of the Week is the British Grenadiers, because I can't think of anything better.

Historical Figure of the Week is Edward Hyde, 1st Earl of Clarendon. If you don't know who that is, I'm not surprised. Anyway, he was the grandfather of two queens of England (Anne and Mary II, if you're interested,) and one of the most important English historians of all time, chronicling the Civil War period and other important events. And since I'm compiling the history of the Empire Of Great Britain, I thought it was appropriate.

A reminder that you can telegram me with nominations for any of these slots.

Check out the History factbook pinned in the dispatch section!

Have a lovely week,

Not-Brittania

Home Secretary, Deputy Prime Minister

Empire Of Great Britain

Lunayria, United Provinces Emissary, Shackley, Newtopian Britain, Saint Arsenio, Hrh Queen Elizabeth Ii

Election Result

The poll to elect the Speaker of the House of Commons for the Winter Session has now officially closed.

Saint Arsenio has been elected as Speaker of the House, winning with 54% of the popular vote compared to his opponent Newtopian Britain’s 46%.

However, two suspected counts of voter fraud mean this result can not yet be confirmed by Her Imperial Majesty’s Government. It is believed a citizen created two puppet nations in order to vote multiple times and sway the outcome of the election.

Creekmoor, the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of the Empire Of Great Britain, has been asked by the Government to conduct a short investigation into the validity of the results.

We will keep you up to date on the investigation and hope to have this matter resolved as quickly as possible. The election of the Prime Minister will be delayed as a result.

Lunayria, Shackley, Not-Brittania, Saint Arsenio

Colfax County wrote:Election Result

The poll to elect the Speaker of the House of Commons for the Winter Session has now officially closed.

Saint Arsenio has been elected as Speaker of the House, winning with 54% of the popular vote compared to his opponent Newtopian Britain’s 46%.

However, two suspected counts of voter fraud mean this result can not yet be confirmed by Her Imperial Majesty’s Government. It is believed a citizen created two puppet nations in order to vote multiple times and sway the outcome of the election.

Creekmoor, the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of the Empire Of Great Britain, has been asked by the Government to conduct a short investigation into the validity of the results.

We will keep you up to date on the investigation and hope to have this matter resolved as quickly as possible. The election of the Prime Minister will be delayed as a result.

It did seem really weird that 2 Nations joined the Region during the Election, and both voted for me, but I just thought it was a coincidence. Is there a way you can find out who it is?

Shackley

Colfax County wrote:Election Result

The poll to elect the Speaker of the House of Commons for the Winter Session has now officially closed.

Saint Arsenio has been elected as Speaker of the House, winning with 54% of the popular vote compared to his opponent Newtopian Britain’s 46%.

However, two suspected counts of voter fraud mean this result can not yet be confirmed by Her Imperial Majesty’s Government. It is believed a citizen created two puppet nations in order to vote multiple times and sway the outcome of the election.

Creekmoor, the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of the Empire Of Great Britain, has been asked by the Government to conduct a short investigation into the validity of the results.

We will keep you up to date on the investigation and hope to have this matter resolved as quickly as possible. The election of the Prime Minister will be delayed as a result.

Furthermore, if anyone knows anything about this, please telegram either Creekmoor, the Prime Minister, or myself.

Shackley, Saint Arsenio

Saint Arsenio wrote:It did seem really weird that 2 Nations joined the Region during the Election, and both voted for me, but I just thought it was a coincidence. Is there a way you can find out who it is?

Mr. Speaker-Elect,

I do not mean to cause any offence, but the question must be asked. Did you play any part or have any knowledge of the suspected voter fraud that took place in the election?

I believe I would not be alone in advocating swift punishment should it be discovered you had any part to play in the fraud or lied about your involvement in it.

United Provinces Emissary wrote:Mr. Speaker-Elect,

I do not mean to cause any offence, but the question must be asked. Did you play any part or have any knowledge of the suspected voter fraud that took place in the election?

I believe I would not be alone in advocating swift punishment should it be discovered you had any part to play in the fraud or lied about your involvement in it.

You didn't cause any offence to me. I can see where you are coming from, and unfortunately, I can see how it is looking like I have something to do with the voter fraud, but I can assure all of you that I had absolutely nothing to do with it. I would never intentionally disrupt the fairness of the Region. If the voter fraud becomes too much of an issue, I will willingly forfeit the election to my opponent, Newtopian Britain, and run again next session.

Lunayria, United Provinces Emissary, Shackley, Not-Brittania, Newtopian Britain, Hrh Queen Elizabeth Ii

Saint Arsenio wrote:You didn't cause any offence to me. I can see where you are coming from, and unfortunately, I can see how it is looking like I have something to do with the voter fraud, but I can assure all of you that I had absolutely nothing to do with it. I would never intentionally disrupt the fairness of the Region. If the voter fraud becomes too much of an issue, I will willingly forfeit the election to my opponent, Newtopian Britain, and run again next session.

Judging by the way you have answered this question, from my past experiences, I believe that you had nothing to do with this voter fraud.

That’s from my personal experience in other regions but Im new and I don’t know anyone yet.

Would you like some chocolate cake?

Lunayria, Shackley, Not-Brittania, Saint Arsenio

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