Estimat Túischac'h,

To be frank, I've not engaged with the Council of Governors in my capacity of Benitian Maestro simply because I do not much see the purpose of the institution.  It strikes me as busy-work being imposed from above.  Or perhaps the Coalition offloading work for which it can later take credit.

If the purpose of the Council is to get the provinces discussing mergers, then I will congratulate the government on what activity has happened.  But in the long run, I am unsure that creating another moribund institution is what Talossa needs.

Estimat Túischac'h,

I direct this question to the Seneschal.  With the Coalition's impressive beginning record of achievement (Orglaw Reform, Wittenberg Migration), I would like to begin by raising a glass in toast.

However, one of the underlying issues Talossa faces (that of immigration and activity amongst citizens) still seems to be falling behind.  Much of what I see in the Hopper continues to change the paint on the wagon.  What is the government doing (or hope to do) to stimulate greater activity?  That was, after all, your rallying cry.

Respectfully,
Eiric S. Bornatfiglheu, Tanáischteu


Eiric S. Bornatfiglheu, Tanáischteu

Estimat Túischac'h,

I was wondering whether either the Seneschal or Minister of the Interior would update this august body on the progress of their Council of Governors project.  Am I correct in my assessment that it has stalled out?  If the primary purpose is to explore Provincial mergers, is a structure requiring busy-work of an already moribund system really the best answer?

What steps is the govt. taking to try and accomplish these goals?

Respectfully,
Eiric S. Bornatfiglheu, Tanáischteu

Then you might want to add that, since there's no stipulation in the current section 3 of Odd numbers being de rigeur.

Sorry, a bit late to the party.  But I do have a few things:

Might I suggest some simplification in Section 3?

QuoteSection 3.

The Cort pü Inalt shall consist of a permanent seat designated as Senior Judge, and two permanent seats designated as Puisne Judge. The Judges shall be ordered according to their seniority on the Cort pü Inalt, with the senior most Judge occupying the seat of Senior Judge.

The Ziu may enlarge the number of seats designated Puisne Judge to no more than eight, and may decrease the number of seats designated Puisne Judge to no less than two, provided that, in addition to the requirements for other legislation, two-thirds of the Cosa and a majority of the Senate support modification in two consecutive Cosas.

What about:
The Cort pü Inalt shall consist of no fewer than three and no more than nine seats.  The seniormost judge shall be designated Senior Judge, while all other seats shall be designated Puisne Judge.  The Ziu may modify the number of seats on the Cort provided, in addition to legislative requirements, two-thirds of the Cosa and a majority of the Senate support such modification in two Consecutive Cosas.

Still going through the rest of it, so might have more to add later.

IMMIGRATION FORM REVAMPED
THe Ministry of the Interior has conducted a major overhaul to the citizenship application to give it a modern look and feel, as well as a declaration section to ensure compliance with the Pete Townsend Act.
https://wittenberg.talossa.com/index.php?topic=181.0

SENESCHAL ADDRESSES FREEDEM CONVENTION
Seneschal urges the Freedems to build a cultural legacy alongside political ones.
https://freedems.proboards.com/post/686

NEW JUSTICE CONFIRMED TO UPPERMOST CORT
Following public hearings and substantial vetting, Viteu Marcianus is confirmed as a Justice for the Uppermost Cort.

RZ14 - Per
RZ15 - Per
RZ16 - Contra
RZ17 - Aus
VOC- Non

In looking at this, I'm not sure I can find full cause for a straight-out impeachment here.  The ruling was unpopular, maybe.  But let's keep the overall picture of Talossa's societal health in the picture here.

As Secretary for Cultural Development, allow me to add that there will be prizes.

*Edited for Accuracy

Quote from: Lüc on December 06, 2019, 04:42:08 AM
Are there any plans to revive/continue the Talossalympic games we played last year?

Who ran that?

There is one initiative partnership with the Toxophilite club.

In terms of others... seriously folks. I'm not looking for you to put this stuff together. I'm asking what kind of stuff do you want to do?

In the great survey of what people are looking for in Talossa, one of the major requested elements was Contests, Quizzes, and Games.  Given this, we here at the Office of Cultural Development have cooked up a few ideas to see if they strike the public as a fun idea.  So any feedback you provide will be heeded.  So without further ado:

1.)  Archery Competition- The Ministry partners with the Toxophilite Club for a Talossan archery competition.  Rules forthcoming, but it would most likely involve using the "Archery King" game app.

2.)  Royal Riddle Bee- A riddling competition performed in a bracket-type setting.  Opponents will challenge one another with riddles until one is unable to answer.  If their opponent is then able to answer the next riddle, they are the winner.  Winner earns the title of Riddle-Master and the right to add an owl rampant as a supporter (pending college of arms and royal approval).  Neck-riddles prohibited, of course.

3.)  Bilingual Poetry Competition- Competitors compose a poem in Talossan (or English), which they then translate to English (or Talossan).  Prizes for best English and best Talossan.  Related competition for recitation in English and Talossan.

4.)  Obscure Talossan Word of the Month- Competitors must guess a word, sending in their guesses individually with a Jeopardy-style bid.  Throughout the month, hints will be issued which limits ROI on bids issued afterward.

These were the first four that came to mind when I was asked to put together some ideas.  Are these the sorts of competitions that people are interested in?  OR is there something else?  We'd love to hear your ideas.  And if people are interested, the Ministry can probably help with things like prizes and logistics.

Would it be possible to have an "edit count" function?  IE, a tag regarding the number of times a post has been edited?