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Social Policies
 
 Summary statements from the crown about this policy area
 

Family Law

There will be no particular legislation specifying what a family structure may be, what a marriage may represent or how it should be conducted, celebrated or initiated. The Government and The Crown have no interest in family matters. Family issues are private and may be addressed in a civil action if desired. The terms of marriage, it is suggested, if such a device is desired between parties or groups, should be defined in the marriage contract or family charter.

Raising children is a responsibility available to adults. Acceptance of this responsibility is automatic at the point of assuming a legal dependant (voluntarily or through birth). The Government and The Crown recognise the special vulnerability of children and other legal minors. Failure of due care, mistreatment or neglect of care toward a minor in an individuals charge will be the subject of action by The Crown Prosecutor on behalf of the minor. Additionally, the Public Prosecutor may bring action against a party in a family duress scenario where actions or the situation threaten the safety of one or more parties.

Public Health and Hygiene Policy

Under The Mandate, the Department of Public Health and Hygiene is responsible for the protection of the safety of the public. It will do so by bringing action against those generating a public health hazard, and by licensing restaurants, brothels, sex workers, food and beverage preparation businesses and food and beverage vendors.

Public Nuisance

The Police, The Department of Public Health and Hygiene, The Government or The Crown may take action against an entity or group causing a public nuisance in order to defend the public under The Mandate. Such a scenario may also open liability for individuals to take civil action.

Consensual Violence

Consensual violence, such as in sport, sex play, or other contractually moderated scenarios may be legal. Legal advice should be sought.

Interment

The Government is not interested in the burial processes employed by the citizens of The PNU. It will take action against parties who employ practices which threaten the public health. Commercial organisations have already stated intention to provide cremation, entombment and burial at sea. Burial and embalming may also come onto the market in the future. Of course, citizens are always free to seek alternatives in other countries where such options are available to them.