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==Felix D'laminet's Tenure==
==Felix D'laminet's Tenure==
{{See also|Provisional Government of Empherias|Second D'laminet administration of Empherias|Third D'laminet administration of Empherias}}{{See also|Welfare State of Empherias|Treaty of Nieuwbourg}}
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{{See also|Provisional Government of Empherias|Second D'laminet administration of Empherias|Third D'laminet administration of Empherias}}Felix D'laminet as Prime Minister didn't have much direct experience running the country, so he wanted to get as much talent as he could to run the government. Furthermore, he was aware that the country needed stability as well as the Populist movement. He needed to include all branches of the populist ideology to appease everybody - including the violent [[Alarkist movement|Alarkist]] movement. One of D'laminet's key objectives was to modernise the state and finally finish the industrialisation process. But, he was still worried about the new faction of Frankists which had congregated and wished to restore the monarchy to power under the previous monarch, James VII. Many nobles and monarchists ''had'' fled to neighbouring countries though and D'laminet wished to put the violent Alarkists into a department that could handle any insurgency attempt. Therefore, one of the first departments that the Prime Minister created was the [[Department of War and Civil Obedience (Empherias)|Department of War and Civil Obedience]]. He then appointed Henry Alark as it's [[Minister of War and Civil Obedience (Empherias)|Minister]], and appointed many of his allies to key posts as parliamentary undersecretaries to the department, heads of the civil service, or into the [[Armed Forces of Empherias]].

=== First term ===
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Felix D'laminet as Prime Minister didn't have much direct experience running the country, so he wanted to get as much talent as he could to run the government. Furthermore, he was aware that the country needed stability as well as the Populist movement. He needed to include all branches of the populist ideology to appease everybody - including the violent [[Alarkist movement|Alarkist]] movement. One of D'laminet's key objectives was to modernise the state and finally finish the industrialisation process. But, he was still worried about the new faction of [[Frankist movement|Frankists]] which had congregated and wished to restore the monarchy to power under the previous monarch, James VII. Many nobles and monarchists ''had'' fled to neighbouring countries though and D'laminet wished to put the violent Alarkists into a department that could handle any insurgency attempt. Therefore, one of the first departments that the Prime Minister created was the [[Department of War and Civil Obedience (Empherias)|Department of War and Civil Obedience]]. He then appointed Henry Alark as it's [[Minister of War and Civil Obedience (Empherias)|Minister]], and appointed many of his allies to key posts as parliamentary undersecretaries to the department, heads of the civil service, or into the [[Armed Forces of Empherias]].


Felix D'laminet's main priority was modernising all laws within Empherias. Although serfdom and slavery was uncommon, it was outlawed entirely in the [[End of Serfdom Act 2397 (Empherias)|End of Serfdom Act 2397]] with an end to all loopholes. He introduced a group of inspectors called the [[Inspector Elite]], made up of tax collectors and other such guards, to go to real estate and make sure the land owners were obeying the law, paying the right taxes, etc. Furthermore he established the [[Department of Intelligence (Empherias)|Department of Intelligence]] to led by [[Spymaster (Empherias)|Spymaster]] [[James Cairns|Sir James Cairns]]. These spies would not be used for neighbouring countries but be used to spy on prominent nobility to ensure they weren't plotting a counter revolution. The department was key in alerting the government to the later noble insurgency and the Battle of Priscei Cathedral and may be credited for helping in the Populist victory. The Protection of Artefacts Act 2397 legally protected ancient artefacts and monuments under government ownership to be delegated to public or private museums with licences - however it allowed the government to seize any personal property it wished using a loophole<ref>This loophole was closed by [[Prime Minister of Empherias|Prime Minister]] [[Alice Rettels]] in the [[Protection of Artefacts Act 2428 (Empherias)|Protection of Artefacts Act 2428]].</ref>. Furthermore, the prison system was reformed in the [[Prisons Act 2397]] which notably expanded the reasons that one could be sent to prison. A controversial new law was the ability of the judiciary to sentence people to death on the terms of conspiracy, which resulted in hundreds of nobles being killed without much evidence. The enlisting of soldiers was made easier and it's training programmes expanded under Henry Alark and the [[People's Army Act 2397]].
Felix D'laminet's main priority was modernising all laws within Empherias. Although serfdom and slavery was uncommon, it was outlawed entirely in the [[End of Serfdom Act 2397 (Empherias)|End of Serfdom Act 2397]] with an end to all loopholes. He introduced a group of inspectors called the [[Inspector Elite]], made up of tax collectors and other such guards, to go to real estate and make sure the land owners were obeying the law, paying the right taxes, etc. Furthermore he established the [[Department of Intelligence (Empherias)|Department of Intelligence]] to led by [[Spymaster (Empherias)|Spymaster]] [[James Cairns|Sir James Cairns]]. These spies would not be used for neighbouring countries but be used to spy on prominent nobility to ensure they weren't plotting a counter revolution. The department was key in alerting the government to the later noble insurgency and the Battle of Priscei Cathedral and may be credited for helping in the Populist victory. The Protection of Artefacts Act 2397 legally protected ancient artefacts and monuments under government ownership to be delegated to public or private museums with licences - however it allowed the government to seize any personal property it wished using a loophole<ref>This loophole was closed by [[Prime Minister of Empherias|Prime Minister]] [[Alice Rettels]] in the [[Protection of Artefacts Act 2428 (Empherias)|Protection of Artefacts Act 2428]].</ref>. Furthermore, the prison system was reformed in the [[Prisons Act 2397]] which notably expanded the reasons that one could be sent to prison. A controversial new law was the ability of the judiciary to sentence people to death on the terms of conspiracy, which resulted in hundreds of nobles being killed without much evidence. The enlisting of soldiers was made easier and it's training programmes expanded under Henry Alark and the [[People's Army Act 2397]].
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One of the things that D'laminet wanted to normalise was the delivery of a biannual budget by the [[Chancellor of the Exchequer of Empherias|Chancellor of the Exchequer]], [[Henry Watford]] with review to scrutiny by parliament. This made it clear that government spending could be criticised and be held accountable to opposition MPs outside of an election. A majority of MPs, if against the budget, could hold a vote to delay the budget to ask for amendments, but the executive would ultimately have final say when the budget becomes official six weeks after it's introduction into the chamber. [[Robert Webber]], the [[First Lord of the Treasury (Empherias)|First Lord of the Treasury]] would work with Watford often and this shifted their bond closer together outside of cabinet meetings with D'laminet, developing the Double W Relationship.
One of the things that D'laminet wanted to normalise was the delivery of a biannual budget by the [[Chancellor of the Exchequer of Empherias|Chancellor of the Exchequer]], [[Henry Watford]] with review to scrutiny by parliament. This made it clear that government spending could be criticised and be held accountable to opposition MPs outside of an election. A majority of MPs, if against the budget, could hold a vote to delay the budget to ask for amendments, but the executive would ultimately have final say when the budget becomes official six weeks after it's introduction into the chamber. [[Robert Webber]], the [[First Lord of the Treasury (Empherias)|First Lord of the Treasury]] would work with Watford often and this shifted their bond closer together outside of cabinet meetings with D'laminet, developing the Double W Relationship.


The official coronation of Rijkdottir Abigail occurred on 21 December 2397 where she made an incredibly powerful speech to the House of Parliament and swore to never be a tyrant and refrain herself from politics.
The official coronation of Rijkdottir Abigail occurred on 21 December 2397 where she made an incredibly powerful speech to the [[Parliament of Empherias|House of Parliament]] and swore to never be a tyrant and refrain herself from politics.


things in 2398 here
things in 2398 here (focus on Housing and electoral reform)


things in 2399 here
things in 2399 here (focus on Healthcare)


Felix D'laminet worked with the appointed [[Minister of Health (Empherias)|Minister of Health]] [[Bonnie Wallace]] to establish the [[Empherias Healthcare Service|'''Empherias Healthcare Service''']]. Whilst tooling on the department, the Chancellor of the Exchequer suggest paying for the service via an increase in traditional income taxes but after consideration this idea was dropped in favour of a new national insurance system. The healthcare service would purchase all private healthcare companies and services and integrate their systems into a large unified and efficient service. These healthcare companies would have no choice in the acquisition but would receive compensation and job offers within the new service. Initially, dentists, opticians and ear doctors were not covered under the healthcare service although it did introduce government loans for these services at reduced interest and increased return time.
Henry Alark would found the Navy of Empherias on 3 March 2400 and would hold a massive ceremony on the Ewynn river for it. Minister of Foreign Affairs Alice Rettels announced that a deal with the government

The welfare state would also include state pensions and a sickness benefit. Child benefits would be introduced soon after which would be paid to families per child if their parents didn't earn enough income. Felix D'laminet did not introduce benefits to pay for those unemployed or homeless as it introduced the [[Office for the Unemployed in Empherias|Office for the Unemployed]] which would help people find jobs and had begun the process of building thousands of new social housing. Benefits would be exempt from slaves and be attainable by all working or had citizenship or a primacy visa.

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Henry Alark would found the [[Navy of Empherias]] on 3 March 2400 and would hold a massive ceremony on the Ewynn river for it. [[Minister of Foreign Affairs (Empherias)|Minister of Foreign Affairs]] [[Alistair Rettels]] announced that a deal with the government of [[Ahitereira-Koresa]] had been signed after various rounds of negotiations on 1 July 2400. This deal, the [[Treaty of Nieuwbourg]], was ratified by the Empheri parliament on 8 July 2400 after some unforeseen delay. It would see Empherias gain an ocean-side port on international waters and the Navy assigned it as their main base of operations. The treaty would see a huge uptick in support for the nation as allies and also showed the government that the nation may be ready for international relations and trade once again as there had been a worry that other countries would be worried of spreading the Empherias revolutionary ideals. Empheri workers imported would work alongside local workers to fill local unemployment to build a new port although this would be done with cheap materials in a quick time. The predicted construction closure was expected in late 2403. The port would have tariffs set directly by the Empheri government, but the land the port is on would be rented with $1.2 million paid annually to Ahitereira-Koresa. Furthermore, 50% of all profits earned by the port would be handed over to them too. Several railways were built to connect the port to [[Vreimer]] and [[Tyrs]] for processing trade. This year began a huge expansion in housing and population in Vreimer.


things in 2401 here
things in 2401 here


Homosexuality for both men and women was made officially legal in the Sexualities Act 2402, although it was a non-punishable crime prior to this.
Homosexuality for both men and women was made officially legal in the [[Sexualities Act 2402]], although it was a non-punishable crime prior to this.


things in 2402 here, pre 2402 election on 28 March 2402.
things in 2402 here, pre 2402 election on 28 March 2402.


=== Second term ===
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Henry Alark would found the Navy of Empherias officially holding a massive ceremony on the Ewynn River. Following countless months of negotiations, Alice Rettels announced that a deal with the government of Ahitereira-Koresa had been signed on 1 July 2400, the [[Treaty of Nieuwbourg]] was ratified by both parties by 8 July 2400. This treaty would see a huge uptick in support for Ahitereira-Koresa as allies within the nation and would also see international trade being done with the world for the first time - however it would take time to create. Nieuwbourg became a 'political' exclave of Empherias on the mouth of the river to the ocean. Empherias workers imported would work alongside local workers to fill local unemployment to build a new port although this would be done with cheap materials in a quick time by November 2403. The port would have tariffs set directly by the Empherias government but the land the port is on would be rented, with $1,200,000 paid annually to Ahitereira-Koresa. Furthermore, 50% of all profits earned by the port would be given to Ahitereira-Koresa. Empherias and Koresan workers would also build three railways connecting the port to Vreimer for processing trade. Two would be cargo while one would be a passenger route and all would be owned by the Empherias government under several different small government-owned firms. Several other terms were signed but the governments were happy with the deal and led to an explosion in population for Vreimer.
{{See also|2402 Empherias general election}}


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The embarrassing defeat of the insurgency saw monarchist support dwindle. Many local lords still in power were forced to support the government or be moved from their posts by force from the people. The former Rijkse's disappearance and apparent happiness to live in a country estate in Hvede also led to the idea that the change to government was supported by the God as the new Rijkdottir supported the change. Many placed trust in the new government, especially the working class, who were able to vote for the first time. Some monarchist supporting nobles were stripped of their titles and lands to scare other lords from supporting monarchism. Rijkdottir Abigail released a statement on 1 December 2397 which essentially announced her decision to remove all her proper power and give it to the Prime Minister via royal prerogative, making her fundamentally a figurehead.
The embarrassing defeat of the insurgency saw monarchist support dwindle. Many local lords still in power were forced to support the government or be moved from their posts by force from the people. The former Rijkse's disappearance and apparent happiness to live in a country estate in Hvede also led to the idea that the change to government was supported by the God as the new Rijkdottir supported the change. Many placed trust in the new government, especially the working class, who were able to vote for the first time. Some monarchist supporting nobles were stripped of their titles and lands to scare other lords from supporting monarchism. Rijkdottir Abigail released a statement on 1 December 2397 which essentially announced her decision to remove all her proper power and give it to the Prime Minister via royal prerogative, making her fundamentally a figurehead.


=== D'laminet's First Term ===
=== D'laminet's First Term ===

==== Welfare State ====
See also: [[Welfare State in Empherias]]

Following pending legislation, the [[Empherias Healthcare Service|'''Empherias Healthcare Service''']] (eHCS) was established as a government body. Early government reports suggested paying for the service via an increase in traditional income taxes, but after consideration this idea was dropped in favour of a new national insurance system. The healthcare service would purchase all private healthcare and integrate their systems into a large united service. Initially, dentists, opticians and ear doctors were not covered under the healthcare service although it did introduce government loans for these services at reduced interest and increased return time. Private healthcare services that are not integrated into the system would have increased taxes to pay to subsidise the free healthcare. Although critics said this forced people to use the national health service, the government ensured that the government service would be run efficiently by health professionals and experts and ensure wait times on essential medication would be no longer than a year. Eventually, it was announced in 2403 that some money generated from regular taxes would go towards the service. All non-essential surgeries would be paid for privately through the eHCS service. Official state pensions were also set up under the Empherias Government Pension Commission (eGPC).

The Welfare State would also include state pensions, sickness benefit, unemployment benefit and funeral benefits. Furthermore, child benefits would be introduced for families for the first three children if their parents didn't earn enough income. There were also personal benefits available for those who worked but didn't get enough income to afford local housing or essentials like food and water. These benefits would be exempt from any taxes. All benefits would be attainable by everyone who had Empheri citizenship, or had a primacy visa.


=== D'laminet's Second Term ===
=== D'laminet's Second Term ===
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