Rhand Times
Conclave of Nomarchs Express Concerns on Royal AgendaAnonymous polling of the Conclave of Nomarchs has revealed that the majority express some significant concerns in relation to the upcoming issuance of the annual Royal Agenda.
The agenda, the first to be formulated by Crown Prince Laurenz since his beatification, is anticipated to introduce a number of radical new policies in a departure from Rhand's traditional stance of maintaining strong and stable governance. Whilst details on the contents of the agenda are scant at this point, it has been noticed by the Nomarchs that the Prince has widened his pool of advisors beyond the normal courtly circle, seeking input even from commoners. This has generated fears, backed by the Prince's known flirtation with economic liberalisation, that he intends to introduce significant reforms to the agricultural and industrial sectors.
Such reforms are believed to include reducing tariffs on import of food goods, which Nomarchs fear could undermine the domestic agricultural sector as well as plans to make it easier for foreign and domestic firms to set up new businesses in the country which could seriously impact existing businesses, weakinging the country's export base.
The Nomarchs are cautious however, waiting to see the final form of the Royal Agenda before making an official petition to the Palace. Despite this there is a sense of general discontent and an apparent willigness on the part of the Conclave to oppose any radical plans that threaten the stability of the country.