Cotenshire
18-12-2006, 03:14
The following is from a famous political newspaper, the Harrogate Inquisitor:
The Right Honourable Arthur Rockingham Resigns
Today, one of the most prominent and controversial political figures in Cotenshire’s politics, Arthur Rockingham, the Lord Chancellor, resigned. Rockingham, who has been under increasing pressure to resign from Parliament and his own Conservative Party, finally made the decision today after the King himself also voiced disapproval for Rockingham’s job.
The Conservative Party has been angry with Rockingham for his actions over the last year, which have not followed the party’s wishes. The Parliament, which is Conservative dominated, has also disapproved of Rockingham for not backing Parliament passed laws. Most recently, the King, who has had many issues in the past over Rockingham’s foreign policy, was angered at Rockingham’s comments that have alienated officials of the Constitutional Monarchy of Maraque.
Following his announcement of resignation, Rockingham told a representative of the Inquisitor that “irreconcilable differences have pervaded my relationship with the King. Since it is apparent that not even he wants me in office anymore, I felt it would be only noble to resign.”
The King is reported to have said that while it is regrettable that such a talented minister will be lost, it would probably be for the best of the political system as a whole. His Majesty has also announced that Rockingham will be rewarded for his nine years of service as Lord Chancellor with a vast estate in the north.
Not all of the reactions to Rockingham have been so noble and generous, however. This morning, arson was attempted on the grounds of Rockingham’s residence. It is also rumored that a passing legislator spat upon Rockingham
Not much is known about who His Majesty will ask to step up and fill the position. Lord Simon Fitzbreton is speculated to be one of the forerunners. We also know to be considered is the Rt Hon. Howard Saxmundham, the Chancellor of the Exchequer.
Rockingham has stated that his last day in office will be in one week.
The Right Honourable Arthur Rockingham Resigns
Today, one of the most prominent and controversial political figures in Cotenshire’s politics, Arthur Rockingham, the Lord Chancellor, resigned. Rockingham, who has been under increasing pressure to resign from Parliament and his own Conservative Party, finally made the decision today after the King himself also voiced disapproval for Rockingham’s job.
The Conservative Party has been angry with Rockingham for his actions over the last year, which have not followed the party’s wishes. The Parliament, which is Conservative dominated, has also disapproved of Rockingham for not backing Parliament passed laws. Most recently, the King, who has had many issues in the past over Rockingham’s foreign policy, was angered at Rockingham’s comments that have alienated officials of the Constitutional Monarchy of Maraque.
Following his announcement of resignation, Rockingham told a representative of the Inquisitor that “irreconcilable differences have pervaded my relationship with the King. Since it is apparent that not even he wants me in office anymore, I felt it would be only noble to resign.”
The King is reported to have said that while it is regrettable that such a talented minister will be lost, it would probably be for the best of the political system as a whole. His Majesty has also announced that Rockingham will be rewarded for his nine years of service as Lord Chancellor with a vast estate in the north.
Not all of the reactions to Rockingham have been so noble and generous, however. This morning, arson was attempted on the grounds of Rockingham’s residence. It is also rumored that a passing legislator spat upon Rockingham
Not much is known about who His Majesty will ask to step up and fill the position. Lord Simon Fitzbreton is speculated to be one of the forerunners. We also know to be considered is the Rt Hon. Howard Saxmundham, the Chancellor of the Exchequer.
Rockingham has stated that his last day in office will be in one week.