Britannia

### Capital

Sheffield, (2053-2091); (2157-present)Formerly London (2034-2053) and Birmingham (2091-2157)

## Statistics

### Population

54 Million

**Britannia** was a state of Neo-Europe and the Neo-European Commonwealth and was one of its founding members. Located in northwestern Europe, it encompassed the island of Great Britain, as well as several smaller surrounding islands such as the Isle of Wight, and islands further away; the Channel Islands to the south, and the Orkney and Shetland islands to the north. Being a maritime state, it bordered no other states but was close to Eire, Francia and Frisia.

## Creation

Britannia was formed as a state upon its union with Germany in 2034. Ireland joined a decade later, then left in 2094 when it became its own state of Eire (also taking the region of Ulster that was previousoly known as Northern Ireland).

## Organisation

Like all states, Britannia is divided into Departments and Cities, each with an elected mayor. Some Departments include Scotland, Wales, Yorkshire and Cornwall.

### Regional Government

Gubernational elections originally occurred every six years, as is the default for Neo-European states. However, following an Act of Assembly in 2084, this was reduced to five years, further being reduced to four in 2128. While once having no term restrictions, this was capped to three in 2085, but increased to four following the reduction of the period between elections in 2128.

The State Assembly was initially closely mirrored on the British House of Commons, with some minor adjustments here and there, as well as the additional seats from Ireland (while it was part of the state). It has had around 600 Seats, slightly increasing or decreasing based on decennial reviews.

## Demographics

### Ethnicities

Ethnic white Britons formed the majority of the population, at 90%. Another 3% are black Britons, 5% Indian Britons, both of who have largely integrated. However, a significant minority, at around 35%, of white Britons have partial black and/or Indian ancestry; giving these people a varied tannish complexion. The rest are other Europeans, principally Prussians, as well as some Indians, Africans and various Turkic peoples.

### Languages

Anglisch is the official language as well as the one most spoken. The **Britannian** dialect is the most common, as well as **Anglian,** one even closer to traditional English. The Celtic languages are extinct, although incentives to revive them are taking place.

### Religion

Britannia was largely irreligious, with religion holding a limited impact on people's lives. Various forms of irreligion, whether strictly atheist, agnostic or 'morally' Christian make up around 73%. **Christians**, mainly Anglican Protestants, as well as Christians that refuse to identify with a denomination, make up just under 20%. The rest includes **Muslims**, **Hindus**, **Jews**, **Uberlebanists** and **Pagans.**

## Economy

Britannia is a largely import-based island. Some goods that are sent off includes timber, cheese and technology goods.

## Culture

### Cuisine

British cuisine, although commonly described as 'bland,' has flourished in some form until the present day. Dishes such as roast beef, Yorkshire pudding, All Day Breakfast and Fish and Chips have persisted, although sometimes with twists - mainly Indian-inspired. One example is that the fish is often curried and the chips are tossed in garam masala. Italian cuisine has had a large influence, as in most states. Indian has, by far, had the most influence. Dishes like curries are eaten as often as British meals, and there is an abundance of Indian restaurants throughout the state.

Common snacks include cheese (of various varieties) and biscuits.

### Drinks

Britannia consumes more tea per capita than any other state in Europe.

Real Ales are somewhat popular, as is whiskey, gin and several other spirits, although alcohol consumption as a whole has significantly reduced.

### Sport

Association Football remains the most popular sport, with Cricket not far behind. The English Football League remained active until 2275, with only slight changes throughout the centuries.

### Film and Television

Britannia has a rather large film and television industry. Several series, most famously Doctor Who, have a long and detailed history and have survived to this day.

## List of Governors

* **Jonathan Baker**, 2040-2046, (1974-2078)
* **David Murphy**, 2046-2052, (1999-2091)
* Viscount **Edward Clarke**, 2052-2064, (1989-2093)
* **Montgomery Fitzgerald,** 2064-2078, (2018-2112)
* **Ciara Muprhy**, 2078-2084, (1994-2103)
* **Douglas Callaghan**, 2084-2094, (2012-2110) *Note: Last Governor of Britannia-Eire. The division of the state triggered an election*
* **Arnold Ferguson**, 2094-2102, (2021-2118)
* **Theresa Craig**, 2102-2114, (2035-2129)
* **Sophie McCoy**, 2114-2124, (2051-2152)
* **Patrick Clarkson**, 2124-2132, (2073-2174)
* **George Sanderson**,2132-2140, (2090-2186)
* **Benjamin Cohen**, 2140-2145, (2098-2145)
* *Position Abolished* 2145-2150
* **Ruben Hutcheson**, 2151-2163, (2093-2197)
* **Keirah Rankin,** 2163-2179, (2089-2183)

*Between 2179 and 2239, the position of Governor was once again abolished, being replaced with the very similar **Governor-Lieutenant,** with the main difference being the latter were not elected. The list of Governor-Lieutenants of Britannia:*

* **Jacob Hastings**, 2179-2197, (2146-2197)
* **Terry Littlewood**, 2197-2225, (2141-2225)
* **Brenda Swallow**, 2225-2238, (2183-present)
* **Fraser McCrimmon**,2238-2239, (2185-present)

*Following the election of Ernest Jackson as Premier, the position of Governor was* *reinstated and once again democratically elected:*

* **Brandon Millar**, 2240-2248, (2196-2261)
* **Joshua Blair**, 2248-2262, (2208-present)
* **Natalie Langford**, 2262-2269, (2217-present)
* **Baz Barrington,** 2269-2274, (2216-2286)

## Relationships

Britannia inherited Britain's, and England's in particular, rivalry with France (Francia). Unlike in the past, this is only a friendly rivalry and not one provoking war. They have a love-hate relationship with Prussia and share many cultural aspects.