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The TSR Model House of Commons is a forum devoted to users making their own laws and improving the UK in a casual model Parliament setup. Ever thought that you could do a better job of running the country than the suits in charge? Then this is the place for you. Love politics but bored of debating the mundane issues of the real world? Then come here and choose the issues you discussion. The Model House of Commons provides a unique, fun and highly satisfying form of debate which can't be found in any other way.
In the TSR Model House of Commons (frequently abbreviated to "MHoC"), members and parties write bills to change the laws of the United Kingdom which can then be debated by anyone and voted on by MPs. MPs can also raise motions which allow anyone to debate a key matters and call on the TSR Government to do something about it. The MHoC is a democratically elected chamber and is made up of 50 MPs who collectively form a wide array of parties and independents, but anyone can join in with the debates. Seats are allocated following a TSR-wide 'General Election' which takes place every six months under a party list system of proportional representation.
The largest party or coalition of parties forms the TSR Government, formed of a Prime Minister and number of cabinet positions. The second largest party or coalition of parties is Opposition, which can have a number of shadow cabinet positions. Other parties may assign Spokesperson positions. The makeup of the current Parliament can be found here.
Jarred is the Speaker of the House of Commons and is responsible for everything surrounding the House of Commons. He has a question thread called Ask the Speaker where anyone can get advice or have queries answered - whether you've been here a week or 5 years. Toronto353 serves as his Deputy.
The TSR Model Parliament was started in 2005 following the 2005 General Election in the UK. In the run up to that election a series of political parties had been set up on the forums. These parties fought each other for the votes of the forum members by writing and debating statements on topical issues. This culminated in an election on the forum, which was held to coincide with the real election, held in early May. The Model House of Commons was born. A fully detailed history of the House can be found here.
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Great! How do I get involved? |
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The best way to get involved is to join a party! The TSR MHoC has a vast array of parties, some of these exist in the real world; Conservative, Labour, UKIP, Green... but we also have others such as the Liberal Party, Socialist Party and the Libertarian Party. By joining a party, you get access to their hidden sub-forum where they draft bills, plan for elections and discuss a range of other things. Once you've joined, you can meet your party colleagues, get involved in developing bills and help your party succeed in the MHoC. Click here to join a party!
You can also start your own petitions, or get stuck into any of the open debates in the forum. You don't need to be a member of any party to this. Just hop in and get debating!
Answers to common questions can be found in the newbie FAQ here, and any other questions can be asked of the current speaker, Jarred, who can be found here. |
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The current TSR Government is a coalition between the TSR Conservative and Unionist Party, TSR UK Independence Party and the TSR Libertarian Party. The Prime Minister is Rakas21. A detailed look at the results of the last election and the makeup of the House, along with a full MP list can be seen here. |
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The Speaker posts votes and bills for discussion and is responsible for everything surrounding the House of Commons. The Speaker has a question thread here where anyone can get advice or have queries answered. The current Speaker is Jarred.
Speakers past and present
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The operation and procedures of the House are dictated by the Constitution and Guidance Document. These two documents outline the rules of the House and cover things such as bill procedures and elections. If you are unclear on any of the rules contained within these documents, you should contact the Speaker; Jarred. |
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The TSR Model House of Commons is currently comprised of 7 parties representing a wide variety of viewpoints and positions along the political scale. You can join a political party by clicking here and selecting the party you wish to join. Joining a party is the best way to get involved with the Model House of Commons as it allows you to get involved in the bill-writing and development process which takes part in the private sub-forums of the TSR parties. It is also the easiest route to becoming an MP. Below, you'll find a synopsis of each party and what they stand for. TSR parties often have policies which don't reflect their real-life counterparts so you may find yourself more at home here with a party you wouldn't necessarily consider in real life.
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Leader: Birchington
Deputy leader: Diety
"I believe in a relatively equal society, supported by institutions that limit extremes of wealth and poverty. I believe in democracy, civil liberties, and the rule of law. That makes me a liberal, and I’m proud of it." - Paul Krugman
The TSR Liberal Party is the proud standard bearer of liberal values in the Model House of Commons. We believe in a society where everyone has equality of opportunity to succeed without being held back by the government, poverty or ignorance.
We're committed to fighting for your civil liberties, and ensuring Britain is fit for the future with excellent education, healthcare and transport systems. We also believe that in a truly liberal Britain, poverty must be eradicated and our environment safeguarded, whilst also avoiding unsustainable public debt that can ruin the prospects of future generations.
If you share our vision for a more liberal Britain, join us today!
Our Achievements:
>We have separated the British state from the Church of England, introducing secular values to our state affairs and ending centuries of discrimination.
>We have introduced heavy investment in apprenticeships and training, to get our economy moving and to create opportunities for thousands of young people.
>We have enshrined the neutrality and freedom of the Internet in law, to prevent future censorship.
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>We will introduce a tax on disposable plastic bags to protect our environment.
>We're planning to prevent discrimination by pay day loan companies in the next Parliament.
>We will repeal 'stop and search' legislation and the creation of secret courts, particularly anti-terrorism legislation that damages your civil liberties.
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Leader: Rakas21
Deputy leader: Rhadamanthus
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Leader: Mechie
Deputy leaders: RoryS, TopHat
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Leader: MacDaddi
Deputy Leader: TheCrackInTime
"When governments fear the people, there is liberty. When the people fear the government, there is tyranny" - Thomas Jefferson
The Libertarian Party of TSR was founded in 2006 to promote Libertarianism, which is based on the principle that each and every adult is the sole and sovereign owner of their life and legitimately acquired property and so therefore people should have the freedom to live in whatever manner they desire, so long as they do not infringe upon the freedom of others to do the same.
Libertarians believe that being free and independent is a great way to live. We want a system which encourages all people to choose what they want from life; that lets them live, love, work, play, and dream their own way. Each individual has the right to control his or her own body, action, speech, and property. Government's only role is to help individuals defend themselves from force and fraud and the Libertarian Party is for all who don't want to push other people around and don't want to be pushed around themselves. Live and let live is the Libertarian way.
Our Achievements:
> Legalised drugs, brothels and euthanasia and lowered the voting age to 16
> Scrapped VAT and moved to decrease taxes for everybody
> Simplified the welfare system, making it fair for all
Our plans for the future:
> Continue to fight for civil liberties
> Look to further reduce tax for everybody
> Reduce state interference in your private lives
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C1: JPKC
Deputy C1: SciFiRory
C2: PoGo HoPz
"Socialism means justice and common decency. The Socialist future is a vision of present society with the worst abuses left out." - George Orwell, The Road to Wigan Pier
The Socialists are TSR's foremost left-wing party; we believe in a society made stronger by the inclusion of socialist values in our lives. No person should be refused the chance to earn their living, and nor should any people be able to live off the work of others without themselves working if they are able. We believe in a comprehensive welfare system to provide for the old, the sick, and the young, and in the democratic control of our economy through public ownership and mutuals. We are an internationalist party: we don't believe that national borders should be used as an excuse to treat some humans less well than others, nor will will we ever support the unfettered exploitation of the Earth's natural resources.
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>Public Ownership; we've renationalised the water system and the railways.
>Financial System; we've split-up the 'too-big-to-fail' banks, introduced a Robin Hood Tax, and set-up a state-investment bank.
>Taxes; we've abolished income taxes for those earning less than £20k, and brought back the 50% rate for those at the top.
>Workers' Rights; we've removed the Tory's harsh restrictions on collective bargaining to amplify the voice of workers.
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Leader: Toronto353
Deputy leader: Life_Peer
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Leader: Miser
Deputy leader: DayneD89
"What's the use of a house if you don't have a decent planet to put it on?" - Henry David Thoreau
The Green Party represents equality, social justice and policies for the public good. We're a party governed by heart and reason, and as such we believe in responsible, ethical action towards making this country a better place to live in for you. We have a commitment to fairness, equal opportunities and the preservation of the environment. Our vision is for a Britain with high quality public services, sustainable energy, fair wages, a strong NHS and the abolition of tuition fees.
The Green Party is concerned with public welfare - we understand that society is better together. We are the party with the courage to demand real solutions to the social, economic and environmental problems faced today, not content with the heedless quickfixes on offer.
We are the party of compassion, sense and sustainability. Join us in supporting a greener future for Britain today.
Our Achievements:
> Invested £7bn a year into building new social housing.
> Repealed right to buy keeping social housing stocks high.
> Relaxed laws so 16-18 year olds can drink responsibly in pubs.
Our plans for the future:
> Invest in researching technologies for renewable energy, greener infrastructure and reliable transport.
> Introduce compulsory foreign language tuition as well as focusing on providing for smaller schools with more freedom for students and teachers.
> Spearhead a national revival in public spaces and public services for a cleaner, healthier Britain.
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You can set up your own party in the MHoC! If you're interested in setting up your own party, post a thread in the MHoC Forum outlining your party and its aims and policies. If it gets Speaker approval, your party will be set-up with its own forum and it will be able to contest in TSR's elections. The Speaker will be looking for you to really give him a good reason to allow your party to be formed, that not only means having a good ten active members but also to provide something new and different to the House which is not offered by anyone else and would be of benefit to the MHoC's operations.
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