17th of July 2025

The Shardiland Gazette

17 July 2025
Edition Nº 2
“Cogitamus ergo Praevalemus”

Constitution Enters Final Phase as Institutions Solidify

Ailsa Craig. – In a major step toward institutional maturity, the Founders have announced that the Constitution of the Republic of Shardiland has now entered its final drafting stage. With more than 100 articles expected, the document is described as one of the most ambitious foundational texts among new political projects of the 21st century. Sources close to the Founders confirm that the Constitution will be subordinate only to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, reaffirming Shardiland’s commitment to international standards of dignity and freedom.

The document is being finalised in coordination with the Provisional Government Academy and relevant ministries, and is expected to address both individual rights and the structure of government.

Founders' Decree Nº 2 Published: Coordination and Citizenship

A second Founders’ Decree was made public late last night, further expanding the legal basis for the country’s provisional administration. The decree establishes mechanisms for inter-ministerial coordination, launches a framework for public consultation, and formally orders the creation of the National Citizenship Registry.

This registry will become the backbone of Shardiland’s democratic system, enabling citizens to participate in future referenda and elections. The Founders stressed the decree’s role in ensuring “responsible participation, legal certainty, and political inclusion.”

Capital Planning Begins: Ailsa Craig’s Urban Layout Announced

The Republic’s future capital, Ailsa Craig, took a significant step towards physical development with the release of its preliminary urban plan. While still in its conceptual phase, the plan outlines the placement of the Parliament building, Founders’ Square, and a series of public service centres and civic areas.

The goal, according to the Ministry of Urban Development, is to ensure a capital that is “functional, symbolically representative, and entirely walkable.” Public submissions on the layout will open next week.

Civil Code Draft Begins Circulation: 50 Articles Released

The Ministry of Justice has released the first 50 articles of Shardiland’s Civil Code for public review. This initial section includes foundational definitions of civil obligations, rights of individuals, and general principles of fairness in contractual and social relations.

One standout clause is Article 23, which explicitly forbids the mockery of regional or foreign accents in official procedures, citing the need for “dignity, respect, and equal treatment under the law.”

Legal scholars have praised the articles for their clarity and accessible language. The full code is expected to span several hundred articles upon completion.

Political Divide Sharpens as Parties Define Identity

Though elections are yet to be held, political life in Shardiland is becoming more defined. The Royalist Party of Shardiland, known for its emphasis on tradition, identity, and order, has reiterated its call for a stable and honour-driven republic. On the other side, the Progressive Movement of Shardiland is calling for urgent reforms, expansion of civic rights, and a participatory democratic system from day one.

Party representatives have begun holding informal public forums. Citizens are encouraged to engage with both parties in preparation for future elections once the constitutional framework is fully adopted.

In Brief

• The Founders’ press office confirms no additional decrees are expected this week.
  
  

• Public access to government legal drafts has reached record levels — over 5,000 citizens viewed the Civil Code online within 24 hours.
  
  

• Preparations for Shardiland Day are underway, with cultural submissions open for national symbols, music, and emblems.
  
  

📰 Editor’s Note:
Today’s developments mark a turning point in the birth of a functioning, democratic, and self-aware state. The Gazette applauds the work of the Founders and citizens alike, who are proving that a republic built from reason can also be filled with heart.