Politics of High Fells

Since the reestablishment of Fellsian democracy following the June Revolution of 1987, the politics of High Fells take place amidst the context of a democratic, parliamentary regime characterized by religious polarization, government corruption, and political violence.

Structure of Government

Under the 1987 Constitution, High Fells is a parliamentary regime in which power is vested in Parliament. The Fellsian parliament is asymmetrically bicameral, with the elected House of Deputies holding greater power than the appointed House of Councillors. The House of Deputies is responsible for initiating legislation and appointing the Chancellor and his government, as well as holding sole power over the government budget. The House of Councillors is responsible for scrutinizing legislation and may delay its passage, as well as scrutinizing appointees to certain offices.

The president is the guardian of the constitution, head of the executive branch, and supreme commander of the military, and may also appoint provincial governors. The president is directly elected via a two-round system for a single six-year term. Amendments to the constitution have gradually increased the president's power over time.

Elections

The Supreme Commission on Elections is High Fells's electoral commission, responsible for overseeing legislative boundaries, conducting elections, deterring corruption and voter intimidation, and counting and reporting election results. All Fellsian citizens over the age of 18, excluding convicted felons, are eligible to vote.