The Irish Free State of Northern Ireland
The Irish Free State of Northern Ireland | |
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Capital | Belfast |
Largest | Londonderry |
Official languages | Irish • English |
Recognised national languages | English |
Demonym(s) | Irish |
Government | Constitutional Monarchy |
• Monarch | George VIII |
• Taoiseach | John Laurens-Wessex TD |
Legislature | Unicameral Assembly |
Dáil Éireann | |
Population | |
• 2020 estimate | 16 |
Currency | Pound Sterling (GBP) |
• Summer (DST) | UTC+1 (BST) |
Date format | dd/mm/yyyy |
Driving side | left |
Calling code | +44 |
ISO 3166 code | GB-NIR |
Internet TLD | .co.uk |
The Irish Free State of Northern Ireland, commonly referred to as Northern Ireland (NI or N.I.), is variously described as a country, province, or region, which is part of the United Kingdom. Located in the northeast of the island of Ireland, Northern Ireland shares a border to the south and west with the Republic of Ireland. In 2011, its population was 1,810,863, constituting about 30% of the island's total population and about 3% of the UK's population. Established by the Northern Ireland Act 1998 as part of the Good Friday Agreement, the Northern Ireland Assembly (colloquially referred to as Stormont after its location) holds responsibility for a range of devolved policy matters, while other areas are reserved for the British government. Northern Ireland co-operates with the Republic of Ireland in several areas.
Etymology
History and Milestones
Constitution of the Irish Free State
On 30 September 2020, the Constitution of the Irish Free State was sent to the House of Commons for approval. However, there were changes to be made and as such, the draft was sent back for revision. On 8 October 2020, the revised edition was sent to the House of Commons and gained the support of both Houses of Parliament.
Devolution of Northern Ireland
On 11 October 2020, the Charter of Northern Ireland was approved by the Parliament of the United Kingdom, and marked the successful devolution of Northern Ireland.
First Generation of Leaders
On the day of devolution, the Taoiseach formed his Office, appointing Philip Ross and Scott Cahill-Mountbatten to the roles of Tánaiste and Interior Secretary respectively. On the 1st of November, Remile Talleyrand was confirmed as the first Chief Justice of the nation. With this, the first Government of Northern Ireland was formed.
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Legislation
Dáil Éireann Procedures Act
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Free State Roleplay Act
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Éireannach Citizen Act
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Arbour Hill
Arbour Hill is the collective name given to diplomatic and other expansive and highly ornate residences that are owned by significant families and institutions with relationships to the governance, economic, educational and cultural life of the state. Many properties are listed for their historical value.
Notable Residences include:
- 1025 Wessex Ct, Apartment 203: The Apartment of John Laurens-Wessex.
- Astorley Rock: Astorley Rock is the home of the Astoria Family in the United Kingdom. Previously holding residence in Eilean Donan, Sacul Astoria relocated to Astorley Rock after an unidentified individual vandalized his previous home and set fire to his shed.
- Broadlands House: The small estate located in Northern Ireland serves as the country residence of the Cahill-Mountbatten family. It has a total of eleven rooms. A dining/living room, a library, a study, one master and two guest bedrooms all with en suite bathrooms, a kitchen and a common bathroom. A charming garden is situated at the back of the estate, which the family personally tends to.
- Downpatrick House: Located on the Northern Irish coast, Downpatrick House is the residence of the van Dijk family. The house contains living quarters in addition to the office of Jan van Dijk and a great hall used for entertaining guests.
- Wentworth Woodhouse: A 16th century Country estate originally located in South Yorkshire, Longdendale had Wentworth Woodhouse relocated brick by brick by his private fleet of chinook helicopters after he was banished to Northern Ireland Upon his return to NSUK in 2020. The house is famed for Longdendales extensive photo galleries
- Ormiston House: Two-bay, three-storey end terrace house built c.1870. Home of Mithrandir Olórin-Mountbatten. Rendered in the Georgian Style. Located in the town of Holywood, North Down. The House consists of four bedrooms, living room, drawing room, dining room, kitchen, bathroom and study. A large walled garden with small annex is located at the rear of the property with bedroom and map room.
Londonderry
Londonderry hosts a variety of ...
Notable Businesses and Organisations include:
- The Advocate: Unbalanced reporting from an unhinged news source. Sometimes sirius, always black.
- Church of the Holy Potato: Northern Irish Parish: The first Potato church to be established in Northern Ireland, it seeks to spread the word of SPUD and of the prophets to the people of the nation to save their souls and invite them to the Fields. All are welcome to join our fellowship and learning from the Holy Potatome and join our ranks, Debate is also welcome, for we want all to be saved from the Blight.
- Hard Rock Cafe: Hard Rock Cafe, Inc. is a chain of theme restaurants founded in 1971 by Issac Tigrett and Peter Morton in London. In 1979, the cafe began covering its walls with rock and roll memorabilia, a tradition which expanded to others in the chain. Now serving in Belfast, Northern Ireland.
- The Mead Hall: Listen and discuss the tales of the Old Gods, the True Gods. No rituals, no demands on how you live your life.
- Political Polls UK: The center for political polls within the United Kingdom, and the analysis of said polls.
- Sinn Fein: Socially Progressive with an eye on our history. Sinn Fein is an old, established party within UK, and has always worked towards the betterment of the people of the region, all of them. We are not afraid to stand alone in order to do what is right. Come and be a member of something that matters, something bigger than we, ourselves.
- Temple Baidhais Sealóm (בּית שלומ): A small Reform synagogue in the Ardoyne area of north Belfast. Established in part to examine and discuss weekly parashot, or Torah readings; all are welcome.
- Olórin & Co.: Ireland's oldest and most luxurious department store. Established in Belfast adjacent to the City Hall in 1875. Olórin & Co are purveyors of the finest foods and most unique clothes and objects.
Government
The Government of Northern Ireland is located in Belfast. The Government is split into three branches, Executive, Legislative and Judicial. Stormont Castle is the main office of the Executive Branch, the Assembly Chamber hosts the offices of the Legislative Branch and the Judicial Branch is located in the High Court.
Branches of Government
Ministry | Abbr. | Responsibilities | Agencies | Officeholders |
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Executive Branch |
EB | The Executive Branch carries out and enforces laws. It includes the Taoiseach, the Tánaiste, the Irish Cabinet, executive departments, independent agencies, and other boards, commissions, and committees formed by the Taoiseach. | [1] Office of the Taoiseach [2] Office of the Tánaiste [3] Office of the Secretary of the Interior |
[1] John Laurens-Wessex TD [2] Philip Ross MP TD [3] Scott Cahill-Mountbatten MP TD |
Legislative Branch |
LB | The Legislative branch assists to draft proposed laws, assists to confirm or reject nominations by the Taoiseach for heads of state agencies, and Justices of the High Court. This branch includes the Dáil Éireann, Special Agencies and Offices that provide support services to Government. | [1] Office of the Ceann Comhairle [2] Office of the Leas-Cheann Comhairle |
[1] Scott Cahill-Mountbatten MP TD [2] Mayim Emanu-El-Bauheim TD |
Judicial Branch |
JB | The Judicial Branch interprets the meaning of laws, applies laws to individual cases, and decides if laws violate the Constitution. It is comprised of the High Court. | [1] Office of the Chief Justice | [1] Remile Talleyrand MP TD |
Regional Political Parties
Party | Abbr. | Position | Ideology | Leader | Seats in the House of Commons | Coalition |
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Sinn Fein |
SF | Left-Wing | Democratic Socialism | The Rt Hon Klaus Mikaelson, Marquess of Belfast | 1 / 5
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The Green Party |
GP | Center | Conservativism & Progressivism | The Honourable Mayim Emanu-El-Bauheim MP TD | 1 / 5
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Progressive Unionist Party |
PUP | Center-Left | Reformism & Progressivism | The Rt Hon Prime Minister Akillian Talleyrand MP | 3 / 5
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Independent |
IND | - | - | - | 0 / 5
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List of Taoisigh
Portrait | Name | Term of Office | Mandate | Appointees | Government |
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John Laurens-Wessex | 16 October 2020 - 16 December 2020 (60 days) | - | Tánaiste: Philip Ross (Resigned), Mayim Emanu-El-Bauheim Interior Secretary: Scott Cahill-Mountbatten |
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Mithrandir Olórin-Mountbatten | 16 December 2020 - Incumbent (0 days) | - | Tánaiste: Vacant Interior Secretary: Vacant |
Olórin-Mountbatten |
List of Cinn Comhairle
Portrait | Name | Term of Office | Mandate | Appointed Leas-Cheann Comhairle | Taoiseach |
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Scott Cahill-Mountbatten | 23 October 2020 - Incumbent (49 days) | - | Mayim Emanu-El-Bauheim | John Laurens-Wessex |
List of Chief Justices
Portrait | Name | Tenure Period | Associate Justices | Appointed by | ||
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Remile Talleyrand | 1 November 2020 - |
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John Laurens-Wessex |
Demographics
Language
There are two central languages used across Northern Ireland. The vast majority of citizens speak English. Gaelic is also recognised as the main language of the native peoples.
People
Resident's Name | Party Affiliation | Position |
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Mithrandir Olórin-Mountbatten | The Green Party |
Resident |
Remile Talleyrand | Sinn Fein |
Business Owner |
Mayim Emanu-El-Bauheim | The Green Party |
Leas-Cheann Comhairle, Resident |
Philip Ross | Progressive Unionist Party |
Business Owner |
Scott Cahill-Mountbatten | The Green Party |
Secretary of the Interior, Ceann Comhairle, Resident |
Culture
Arts
Sports Entertainment
Other Information
Regional Trade
Regional Relationships
Festivities 2020
Date | Name | Working day |
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January 1st | New Year's Day | No |
March 17th | St Patrick's Day | No |
April 13th | Easter Monday | No |
December 25th | Christmas Day | No |
December 28th | St Stephen's Day | No |