United Commonwealth

The United Commonwealth (formally the United Commonwealth of England and Wales) is a country located in western Europe. Located off the northwest coast of Europe, the United Commonwealth was formed following the devastation of the United Kingdom's capital of London.

History
During the Arrival, an Azken ship, the Avitus, suffered extensive damage to its FTL core. Its captain soon order the core to be ejected, unaware that they were above the city of London. The core soon exploded close to the Tower of London, killing Queen Victoria and most members of the British Parliament.

The Destruction of London effectively sent the British Empire into chaos. Several days after, Ireland took the opportunity to break away from England and declare independence. In March of 1860, several surviving members of Parliament met in Birmingham and decided to form a republican government headed by a President.

Population
As of 1981, the population of the United Commonwealth was 41,700,120, 15% of which consisted of non-humans.

Language
English is the de facto official language of the United Commonwealth, with Cornish, Welsh and other non-human languages forming significant minorities.

Religion
The traditional religion of England is Christianity. However, after the fall of Oswald Mosley at the end of the Great War, there was a significant rise in followers of non-human religions.

Government and politics
The United Commonwealth is a unitary state under a democratic republic. A president serves as the head of state and government