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EnglandThe region, also known as the government office region, is currently the highest tier of sub-national government entity of England, used by central Government for statistical purposes. One of the regions, London, has a directly elected assembly. The other regions have regional assemblies, which have limited powers and functions devolved from Government departments, with members appointed by local government bodies. In ancient times (the second half of the first millennium) the heptarchy divided England into territories roughly the same order of magnitude as modern regions. During Oliver Cromwell's Protectorate in the 1650s, the rule of the Major-Generals also created similarly-sized regions. See historical and alternative regions of England for details. The division of England into a number of administrative regions was first considered by the British government shortly prior to the First World War. In 1912 the Third Home Rule Bill was passing through parliament. The Bill was expected to introduce a devolved parliament for Ireland, and as a consequence calls were made for similar structures to be introduced in Great Britain or "Home Rule All Round". On September 12 the First Lord of the Admiralty, Winston Churchill, gave a speech in which he proposed 10 or 12 regional parliaments for the United Kingdom. Within England, he suggested that London, Lancashire, Yorkshire and the Midlands would make natural regions.[1][2] While the creation of regional parliaments never became official policy, it was for a while widely anticipated and various schemes for dividing England devised.[3][4]
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1. Interesting facts about The Tudors
November 01, 2009
From 1485 AD until 1603 AD, the Tudors were the royal house that ruled England and its neighboring regions. Henry VII was the first among the five Monarchs that constituted the Tudor reign that extended for more than a century. Historian Christopher Freville states that paternally, Henry descended from the Welsh principality of Deheubarth, whereas maternally from a branch of the House of Lancaster.
Henry was able to successfully garner support from both the House of York as well as the rivaling House of Lancaster. By marrying Elizabeth of York, he united the formerly warring factions and... (read more)
Author: Sanjay Sanjay
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2. The Top 10 Public Gardens to Visit in New England and the Mid Atlantic
September 06, 2009
For the past year I've been compiling a list of Public Gardens for a gardening website I run. These gardens all look like fantastic places to visit, but what are the most popular? I'll start with this list for the New England and Mid Atlantic regions of the United States. New England is the states of Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont. The Mid Atlantic are the states of Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia. The most popular public gardens (based on online chatter) in beautiful New England and Mid Atlantic a... (read more)
Author: Larry Truett
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3. Luxury holiday cottages - the best of the best
July 28, 2009
Luxury holiday cottages – the best of the best
Elegance, luxury, comfort – all things you're looking for when you're planning a break at a luxury holiday cottage. With so many options to choose from in the West Country, finding the perfect luxury holiday cottage break has never been easier.
The south west of England is one of the most beautiful regions of the country and is hugely popular with both UK and international visitors. Because of their diverse heritage and rural surroundings, Devon, Cornwall, Somerset and Dorset have some of the most spectacular, unique and luxurious holida... (read more)
Author: George Parker
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4. Stay in a bed and breakfast in Devon when you come to Britain.
April 14, 2009
Devon is one of the Western counties of England. It is a county of beautiful and spectacular landscapes and a host of attractions which make this county one of the most popular tourist destination in the British Isles. A bed and breakfast stay is one of the best ways to see the attractions and sights of this county. You will find bed and breakfast and self catering properties in all regions of the county and in Exeter, the administrative centre of Devon.
Devon is a county that is located on the South Western Peninsular of England and it is the only county in England with two separate coas... (read more)
Author: Tony Lucas
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5. Stay in a bed and breakfast in Cornwall when you come to Britain.
April 09, 2009
Cornwall is one the loveliest of the Western counties of England. It is a county of spectacular landscapes and a host of attractions which make this county one of the most popular tourist destination in the British Isles. A bed and breakfast stay is one of the best ways to see the attractions and sights of this lovely area. Many bed and breakfast properties are available in all regions of the county and in Truro, the administrative centre of Cornwall and its only city..
Cornwall is a county that is located on the western tip of the South Western Peninsular of England. It covers an area ... (read more)
Author: Tony Lucas
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6. Enjoy The Good Sandy Plains At Littlehampton
April 03, 2009
Posted in the southern coast of England, the significant county of Sussex is divided into two distinct fields: Eastern and Western. It is readily accessible from England and other countries via an efficient rail system linking London, Scotland, Wales, and other regions to the quaint place. In addition to this, Sussex is also easily reached by plane or by coach. Known for its rich past events, Sussex is characterised by its rolling fields and scenic coasts that show been the positions of England's celebrated battles. In testament to this legacy, the area suggests a mixture of castles, manors a... (read more)
Author: Marchellea Larousse
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7. Excellent Chapels Can Be Found In Engaging Cheetham Hill
March 20, 2009
The conurbation of a manchester England ranks among the top municipal regions in all of the british. Based in the Northern portion of England, manchester is frequently referred to as the capital of the north. The area is famous for its tourism and there are legions widely known things to see and do while in the area. From restaurants to amusement the locals and those who go over to manchester are never lacking for something to do. One of the foremost museums in Britain is the famed manchester Museum. Over the olden days 100 years, the museum has been home to mummies and articles of everyday ... (read more)
Author: Cristaal Pontarelli
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