Policy for a national distributist britain:
The main ideologies of the NDP can be described as nationalism, social conservativism, distributism, agrarianism, and environmentalism. Through these stances, and through these stances alone, may we see Britain flourish. The mainstream political parties have abandoned us, placing their greed and profit over the people of this great nation. Within this page, we will provide a brief overview of our policies. If you are willing to read and find out more about our policies, you can download a copy of our manifesto under the 'manifesto' tab or by clicking here.
Distributism:
Distributism is a ‘third-positionist’ economic system, which opposes both laissez-faire capitalism and state socialism – which Distributists see as both being equally flawed and exploitative.
Distributists believe that no single company or owner should hold all the power and wealth within a single market, instead, this power should be distributed among as many owners as possible. The purpose of this is to ensure that the nation’s citizens can become as self-reliant as possible.
Unlike socialism, the means of production are not centralised under the state but spread as widely as possible. In relation to laissez-faire capitalism, the means of production are spread to many different owners, rather than a few large companies or wealthy individuals and elites.
One main principle of Distributism is subsidiarity. This is essentially that no larger unit or company should perform a function that can be performed by a smaller one – the function in hand should be conducted and performed by the smallest unit or company. Families should become as self-reliant as possible, instead of relying upon larger companies and monopolies. “Give someone a fish, and you feed him for a day. Teach the person to fish, and you feed him for a lifetime”; families should, wherever possible, be given the freedom to provide for themselves.
Other principles of Distributism include private property (farmers and their land, plumbers and their tools, software developers and their computers – equipment may also be co-owned by local communities or partners within a business), dissolution of private banking (not necessarily the banking system as a whole, but rather the way private banks make money by charging interest), guilds, antitrust legislation, and the promotion of a society of artisans. In summary, Distributism supports the idea of ‘industrial democracy’, and the co-operative model of business.
Distributists believe that no single company or owner should hold all the power and wealth within a single market, instead, this power should be distributed among as many owners as possible. The purpose of this is to ensure that the nation’s citizens can become as self-reliant as possible.
Unlike socialism, the means of production are not centralised under the state but spread as widely as possible. In relation to laissez-faire capitalism, the means of production are spread to many different owners, rather than a few large companies or wealthy individuals and elites.
One main principle of Distributism is subsidiarity. This is essentially that no larger unit or company should perform a function that can be performed by a smaller one – the function in hand should be conducted and performed by the smallest unit or company. Families should become as self-reliant as possible, instead of relying upon larger companies and monopolies. “Give someone a fish, and you feed him for a day. Teach the person to fish, and you feed him for a lifetime”; families should, wherever possible, be given the freedom to provide for themselves.
Other principles of Distributism include private property (farmers and their land, plumbers and their tools, software developers and their computers – equipment may also be co-owned by local communities or partners within a business), dissolution of private banking (not necessarily the banking system as a whole, but rather the way private banks make money by charging interest), guilds, antitrust legislation, and the promotion of a society of artisans. In summary, Distributism supports the idea of ‘industrial democracy’, and the co-operative model of business.
Agrarianism:
We wish to live in an environment that is both beautiful and healthy. Given that the membership of the NDP is drawn from those who believe in living in balance with nature, our rural policy will reflect that stance. The NDP believes that there is a vital & deep co-operation to be struck between ruralism and urbanism. However, we believe ruralism is by far the healthier for it possesses all essential qualities in life that produces a healthy population and national culture. As a party, we oppose the ever-increasing urban sprawl of cities and the destruction of our countryside caused by uncontrolled urbanisation and the disturbing rise in materialism of modern life, which has disconnected the people from the land and its importance.
We oppose the profit driven greed of the capitalist corporations and the mania for industrialisation of our food production. Instead, we favour traditional practices such as that of the organic family farms, home steading, and independent artisanship of our food supply that favours rural communities and positively rejuvenates regional identity, local food and traditional culture. We wish to promote a strong level of self-sufficiency and independence in food production within individual counties and the nation as a whole. As a party we offer a different direction, a direction that produces, and champions, a healthy urbanism that works in harmony with the rural way of life. This involves reducing the power and cultural influence of major cities. We favour the regeneration of hamlets, villages & market towns, and a strong push to returning our people back towards a healthier way of life, embracing strong communities, beauty, nature and the organic.
A policy that the NDP favours to achieve this goal is the creation of a rural community scheme that creates small holdings such as that in Scotland with crofting. Small pieces of land may be leased to families that want to farm and work the land. Crofting is a traditional social system in Scotland defined by small-scale food production. Each croft is usually 2–5 hectares in size. Crofting makes a valuable contribution to the economic and social development of Scotland. The creation of a similar scheme would provide a level of self–sufficiency and independence not seen in generations. This scheme would provide a greater number of independent producers, and would give them access to local markets, giving those who took part in the scheme a greater quality of life that would normally not be possible; property prices in the countryside are extremely high and beyond most people’s means. This scheme will give families, as well as the national community, greater access to organic healthy produce, not dependent on imports or food controlled by supermarkets.
Reducing the need for foreign imports and the power of corporate entities, such as supermarket chains, would be an important part of NDP policy. We recognise the English countryside, and our relationship with it is ingrained within our identity as a people, a relationship that will be protected by the NDP, so that it can be handed down to our children. The NDP will function as a body to restrain the destruction of our home by giving strong emphasis in research & development of non-polluting technological advances.
Other policies supported by the NDP include those to revitalise the textile industry in Britain through the promotion of natural fibres. This return would see a revitalisation of the trade in wool instead of current synthetic fibres that break down into micro plastic that end up in the food chain, causing huge environmental damage. Wool is worth nothing in England currently because it is classed as a global commodity on the international market. The NDP in its policy to drive for self-sufficiency would suspend its importation of man-made fibres and wool from other countries, or at least place high tariffs on them. This action would also reduce the amount of mass-produced industrial material being imported and would see the revival of an independent domestic textile industry.
Our aim should be to see a reduction in intensive farming to a more traditional, less environmentally demanding or mechanistic practice. Smaller plots of land, but with more people participating in the agricultural sector.
We oppose the profit driven greed of the capitalist corporations and the mania for industrialisation of our food production. Instead, we favour traditional practices such as that of the organic family farms, home steading, and independent artisanship of our food supply that favours rural communities and positively rejuvenates regional identity, local food and traditional culture. We wish to promote a strong level of self-sufficiency and independence in food production within individual counties and the nation as a whole. As a party we offer a different direction, a direction that produces, and champions, a healthy urbanism that works in harmony with the rural way of life. This involves reducing the power and cultural influence of major cities. We favour the regeneration of hamlets, villages & market towns, and a strong push to returning our people back towards a healthier way of life, embracing strong communities, beauty, nature and the organic.
A policy that the NDP favours to achieve this goal is the creation of a rural community scheme that creates small holdings such as that in Scotland with crofting. Small pieces of land may be leased to families that want to farm and work the land. Crofting is a traditional social system in Scotland defined by small-scale food production. Each croft is usually 2–5 hectares in size. Crofting makes a valuable contribution to the economic and social development of Scotland. The creation of a similar scheme would provide a level of self–sufficiency and independence not seen in generations. This scheme would provide a greater number of independent producers, and would give them access to local markets, giving those who took part in the scheme a greater quality of life that would normally not be possible; property prices in the countryside are extremely high and beyond most people’s means. This scheme will give families, as well as the national community, greater access to organic healthy produce, not dependent on imports or food controlled by supermarkets.
Reducing the need for foreign imports and the power of corporate entities, such as supermarket chains, would be an important part of NDP policy. We recognise the English countryside, and our relationship with it is ingrained within our identity as a people, a relationship that will be protected by the NDP, so that it can be handed down to our children. The NDP will function as a body to restrain the destruction of our home by giving strong emphasis in research & development of non-polluting technological advances.
Other policies supported by the NDP include those to revitalise the textile industry in Britain through the promotion of natural fibres. This return would see a revitalisation of the trade in wool instead of current synthetic fibres that break down into micro plastic that end up in the food chain, causing huge environmental damage. Wool is worth nothing in England currently because it is classed as a global commodity on the international market. The NDP in its policy to drive for self-sufficiency would suspend its importation of man-made fibres and wool from other countries, or at least place high tariffs on them. This action would also reduce the amount of mass-produced industrial material being imported and would see the revival of an independent domestic textile industry.
Our aim should be to see a reduction in intensive farming to a more traditional, less environmentally demanding or mechanistic practice. Smaller plots of land, but with more people participating in the agricultural sector.
- There will be no farm larger than that held by a family estate
- Environmental and wildlife protection and animal welfare
- Environmental restoration – Reforesting native forest, wildflower meadows, Waterways
- Corporate owned holdings (foreign / domestic) will be seized, corporate owned farmland will have their holdings confiscated, with the land given over to ESHC (English Small holding community) or given for lease to local residents of established farmers of that county
- Multi - generational Family Farms, as well as the farming community as a whole, would be provided support by the state where needed
- The compulsory purchase of large estates owned by NGOs
- Battery farming would be immediately banned
- Ban on harmful pesticides
- Greater flexibility in sustainable farming practices which would be championed over ever-expanding industrial farming
- Giving the farmer greater power over supermarket chains.
- The NDP will create policy in which wool will be traded on domestic prices not on global commodity and will look into options to increase its value as well as promoting natural fibres
- Making training in rural trades more accessible through rural Guildship
Nationalism & social conservativism:
The Necessity and Protection of Culture:
Culture is the ideas, customs, and social behaviour of a particular people or society. With this derives traditions, customs, values, and heritage, which collectively form what we know as an identity.
Britain is a nation that is rich with culture. Our culture has been shaped through Christian religious life, interactions with neighbouring European nations, and the traditions of all members of the union.
As mentioned, Britain is steeped with culture, from battles, to plight, revolution, and growth. We are a people who have fought hard for what we have. From regional accents that change every 5km you go, to arts such as literature, theatre, music, cinema, parades and architecture. Folklore such as pixies, giants and elves, to that of our countryside, national parks, museums, galleries and libraries. Science and technology, religion, the monarchy, parliament, law and cuisine. Sport such as football, rugby, tennis, boxing, cricket, horse racing and motor sports. Healthcare, national dress and costume and education. The way we communicate with one another, the hospitality we provide, our politeness, our humour, our work ethic, our values and traditions.
Our nation has it all. We are a proud people who will not let the work of our ancestors rot away. A culture, a civilisation, a union that has led the way for not only the Western world, but the world as a whole. From the first navigable submarine by William Bourne, to the first vaccine by Edward Jenner. Alexander Bell and the first telephone, to the jet engine by Sir Frank Whittle.
The preservation of our culture is paramount for the survival of our nation: “a nation with no history, has no future.” The preservation of our culture ensures our values, such as hard work, continues. The work ethic our ancestors also had. The same work ethic which saw our nation become a global superpower. As long as this is maintained, and every person does their part, our nation will continue to advance, to progress, and to influence the world with new discoveries and inventions. The preservation of culture also allows us to unite under the same identity, for the same goal – to further that of our nation, and thus, her people.
The more we have seen our culture being pushed away, the more we see the divide between our people. Our culture also brings with that a way of life, based upon British values and traditions, which have been heavily influenced by Christianity, and thus, a moral way of living too. This is incredibly important in a society that is becoming more sinful, immoral, corrupt, and degenerate as each day passes. The preservation of our culture is important for unity, growth, and morality of our nation.
One way we can preserve our culture is through education. Instead of our now heavily anti-patriotic and ‘politically correct’ education, we should teach our children of our brilliance. The way we have guided the world in discovery, science, engineering and creation. The might of our people, the wars, battles, our army, navy and air force. The likes of Wellington, Churchill and Nelson.
All patron saint days should be public holidays. Patron Saint days, along with the Queen’s birthday, VE and VJ day, and Remembrance Sunday will be celebrated with military parades, brass bands, music, stalls selling local produce, and a sense of belonging and love for the nation.
The United Kingdom is also home to many unique and beautiful languages. Despite this, it seems that English and Welsh are the only languages that are readily used by the population. Language is much more than a mode of communication; they are a defining element of any culture. It is vital that the government promotes our national languages and breathe life into them through educational reform.
At the NDP, we believe that every part of the UK is special, including her territories and Crown dependencies. It would be heart-breaking to see languages such as Manx, Cornish, and Scots to disappear. As any Welshman will tell you, it is an honour to speak the national language – in areas of Northwest Wales, the language has become a defining feature of their identity. Reproducing such results across the UK will bolster our national spirit, enhancing our regional diversity and help protect priceless languages rooted to our nation. Similar to if Stonehenge or Hadrian’s Wall were to be destroyed, Britain would surely lose an integral part of herself if these languages were left to rot.
The NDP will preserve and revive these languages through educational reform, ensuring that future generations can speak their native tongue, even on a basic level.
Immigration & Assimilation:
Net migration will be set at 0. Additionally, immigrants will have to pass several tests in order to enter. These tests include an English-speaking test, a British values test, and a points-based test (such as the one implemented in Australia). These are vitally important to maintain British values within society and allow assimilation to occur. Alongside these tests will be more in-depth background checks, to make sure those entering have no criminal past. Immigrants will also be expected to get a job within the first year they are in the UK, if they are unable to, they will simply be deported back to their original country as it is not economically feasible or right for the British taxpayer to support them. Finally, we also believe in the deportation of criminals (obviously, this is only for those who are first-wave immigrants into the country and dual nationals).
Illegal immigration is an ever-growing issue for the UK. With there being over 3,000 migrants successfully reaching the shore for 2020. Once here, the migrants receive ‘human rights’ lawyers who, on many occasions, win the legal battle. This simply must stop. Illegal immigrants are illegal for a reason, whether that be due to convictions, no identification, or other reasons. It is simply unsafe to allow them to live in Britain for the safety of our own.
Illegal immigrants are illegal for a reason, yet people will still virtue signal in their defence, without thinking of the potential consequences. People are more than welcome to immigrate here legally where they would have the papers, they would have the documentation, and they would have the clean criminal records, that would see them be able to enter the nation.
Once illegal immigrants enter our land, it will be our duty to deport them back across to France or deport them to their original nation. This said, regarding refugees, through Christian principle, it is only right that we provide a safe space of sanctuary for the most vulnerable, with the intention of them returning home upon safety, but this must be done in the legal manner.
Assimilation has two main meanings (in relation to politics), one is the ‘process of becoming similar to something’, and the other is the ‘absorption and integration of people, ideas, or culture into a wider society of culture’.
In a country, we need all citizens to work for the same goal, which is to further improve the nation. Unfortunately, in the 21st century, there are large sub-sections of society that seem to hate their own nations and want to see its demise. One reason of this is due to the idea of globalism and social liberalism that many elites push onto society. To combat this issue, and to ensure that future generations are proud of their heritage, identity, and culture, and that those who immigrate here respect the culture and history, is by creating a sense of belonging and community, all of which will be formed under a national distributist society that supports the family unit, protects and celebrates cultural festivals and days of celebration, and incorporates all Britons into society.
Protecting the Family Unit:
We at the NDP believe that the nuclear family is vitally important for society. The nuclear family is an essential ‘cog’ in allowing society to function to the best of its ability. The nuclear family provides economic and emotional stability more so than any other family type.
The NDP would establish a ‘pay scheme’ for those that have children. Families would take out £15,000 no-interest loans per child. If a family has 3 children or more, there will be no more loans, but instead, a slight reduction in the amount the family pay in tax. In addition to this, abortion would become illegal for most cases (bar potential death to the mother, rape, and incest). With these policies in place, the birth rate within Britain would start to grow again as families would be more financially stable and treat intercourse with the respect it deserves. To stop exploitation of this policy – exploitation at the expense of British families – recipients of the loan will be required to demonstrate self-reliance and dedication to Britain.
We are against the use of abortion. However, there are some cases where we believe abortion should be allowed, they include rape, incest, and potential death to the mother. This is in line with the doctrine of double effect. These cases cannot be used to justify all abortions, as abortions for such reasons make up a small minority of those carried out – risk to life or to prevent grave permanent injury made up less than 0.5% of abortions in England and Wales in 2019 (Department of Health and Social Care, 2019).
Abortion has killed more than 200,000 children within England and Wales in 2019 alone. To combat the use of abortion, and to support the families that have abortions due to their financial circumstances, we can link back to our ‘pay scheme’. This scheme allows families to take out a no-interest loan to help them support their new child for several years, providing the people of this nation true support and care.
Culture is the ideas, customs, and social behaviour of a particular people or society. With this derives traditions, customs, values, and heritage, which collectively form what we know as an identity.
Britain is a nation that is rich with culture. Our culture has been shaped through Christian religious life, interactions with neighbouring European nations, and the traditions of all members of the union.
As mentioned, Britain is steeped with culture, from battles, to plight, revolution, and growth. We are a people who have fought hard for what we have. From regional accents that change every 5km you go, to arts such as literature, theatre, music, cinema, parades and architecture. Folklore such as pixies, giants and elves, to that of our countryside, national parks, museums, galleries and libraries. Science and technology, religion, the monarchy, parliament, law and cuisine. Sport such as football, rugby, tennis, boxing, cricket, horse racing and motor sports. Healthcare, national dress and costume and education. The way we communicate with one another, the hospitality we provide, our politeness, our humour, our work ethic, our values and traditions.
Our nation has it all. We are a proud people who will not let the work of our ancestors rot away. A culture, a civilisation, a union that has led the way for not only the Western world, but the world as a whole. From the first navigable submarine by William Bourne, to the first vaccine by Edward Jenner. Alexander Bell and the first telephone, to the jet engine by Sir Frank Whittle.
The preservation of our culture is paramount for the survival of our nation: “a nation with no history, has no future.” The preservation of our culture ensures our values, such as hard work, continues. The work ethic our ancestors also had. The same work ethic which saw our nation become a global superpower. As long as this is maintained, and every person does their part, our nation will continue to advance, to progress, and to influence the world with new discoveries and inventions. The preservation of culture also allows us to unite under the same identity, for the same goal – to further that of our nation, and thus, her people.
The more we have seen our culture being pushed away, the more we see the divide between our people. Our culture also brings with that a way of life, based upon British values and traditions, which have been heavily influenced by Christianity, and thus, a moral way of living too. This is incredibly important in a society that is becoming more sinful, immoral, corrupt, and degenerate as each day passes. The preservation of our culture is important for unity, growth, and morality of our nation.
One way we can preserve our culture is through education. Instead of our now heavily anti-patriotic and ‘politically correct’ education, we should teach our children of our brilliance. The way we have guided the world in discovery, science, engineering and creation. The might of our people, the wars, battles, our army, navy and air force. The likes of Wellington, Churchill and Nelson.
All patron saint days should be public holidays. Patron Saint days, along with the Queen’s birthday, VE and VJ day, and Remembrance Sunday will be celebrated with military parades, brass bands, music, stalls selling local produce, and a sense of belonging and love for the nation.
The United Kingdom is also home to many unique and beautiful languages. Despite this, it seems that English and Welsh are the only languages that are readily used by the population. Language is much more than a mode of communication; they are a defining element of any culture. It is vital that the government promotes our national languages and breathe life into them through educational reform.
At the NDP, we believe that every part of the UK is special, including her territories and Crown dependencies. It would be heart-breaking to see languages such as Manx, Cornish, and Scots to disappear. As any Welshman will tell you, it is an honour to speak the national language – in areas of Northwest Wales, the language has become a defining feature of their identity. Reproducing such results across the UK will bolster our national spirit, enhancing our regional diversity and help protect priceless languages rooted to our nation. Similar to if Stonehenge or Hadrian’s Wall were to be destroyed, Britain would surely lose an integral part of herself if these languages were left to rot.
The NDP will preserve and revive these languages through educational reform, ensuring that future generations can speak their native tongue, even on a basic level.
Immigration & Assimilation:
Net migration will be set at 0. Additionally, immigrants will have to pass several tests in order to enter. These tests include an English-speaking test, a British values test, and a points-based test (such as the one implemented in Australia). These are vitally important to maintain British values within society and allow assimilation to occur. Alongside these tests will be more in-depth background checks, to make sure those entering have no criminal past. Immigrants will also be expected to get a job within the first year they are in the UK, if they are unable to, they will simply be deported back to their original country as it is not economically feasible or right for the British taxpayer to support them. Finally, we also believe in the deportation of criminals (obviously, this is only for those who are first-wave immigrants into the country and dual nationals).
Illegal immigration is an ever-growing issue for the UK. With there being over 3,000 migrants successfully reaching the shore for 2020. Once here, the migrants receive ‘human rights’ lawyers who, on many occasions, win the legal battle. This simply must stop. Illegal immigrants are illegal for a reason, whether that be due to convictions, no identification, or other reasons. It is simply unsafe to allow them to live in Britain for the safety of our own.
Illegal immigrants are illegal for a reason, yet people will still virtue signal in their defence, without thinking of the potential consequences. People are more than welcome to immigrate here legally where they would have the papers, they would have the documentation, and they would have the clean criminal records, that would see them be able to enter the nation.
Once illegal immigrants enter our land, it will be our duty to deport them back across to France or deport them to their original nation. This said, regarding refugees, through Christian principle, it is only right that we provide a safe space of sanctuary for the most vulnerable, with the intention of them returning home upon safety, but this must be done in the legal manner.
Assimilation has two main meanings (in relation to politics), one is the ‘process of becoming similar to something’, and the other is the ‘absorption and integration of people, ideas, or culture into a wider society of culture’.
In a country, we need all citizens to work for the same goal, which is to further improve the nation. Unfortunately, in the 21st century, there are large sub-sections of society that seem to hate their own nations and want to see its demise. One reason of this is due to the idea of globalism and social liberalism that many elites push onto society. To combat this issue, and to ensure that future generations are proud of their heritage, identity, and culture, and that those who immigrate here respect the culture and history, is by creating a sense of belonging and community, all of which will be formed under a national distributist society that supports the family unit, protects and celebrates cultural festivals and days of celebration, and incorporates all Britons into society.
Protecting the Family Unit:
We at the NDP believe that the nuclear family is vitally important for society. The nuclear family is an essential ‘cog’ in allowing society to function to the best of its ability. The nuclear family provides economic and emotional stability more so than any other family type.
The NDP would establish a ‘pay scheme’ for those that have children. Families would take out £15,000 no-interest loans per child. If a family has 3 children or more, there will be no more loans, but instead, a slight reduction in the amount the family pay in tax. In addition to this, abortion would become illegal for most cases (bar potential death to the mother, rape, and incest). With these policies in place, the birth rate within Britain would start to grow again as families would be more financially stable and treat intercourse with the respect it deserves. To stop exploitation of this policy – exploitation at the expense of British families – recipients of the loan will be required to demonstrate self-reliance and dedication to Britain.
We are against the use of abortion. However, there are some cases where we believe abortion should be allowed, they include rape, incest, and potential death to the mother. This is in line with the doctrine of double effect. These cases cannot be used to justify all abortions, as abortions for such reasons make up a small minority of those carried out – risk to life or to prevent grave permanent injury made up less than 0.5% of abortions in England and Wales in 2019 (Department of Health and Social Care, 2019).
Abortion has killed more than 200,000 children within England and Wales in 2019 alone. To combat the use of abortion, and to support the families that have abortions due to their financial circumstances, we can link back to our ‘pay scheme’. This scheme allows families to take out a no-interest loan to help them support their new child for several years, providing the people of this nation true support and care.
Environmentalism:
We believe that the environment of Britain, and the World for that matter, should be protected at all costs, and our nations should work with the land on all matters, not against. With our policies, we propose a nation that uses local produce, not that from overseas. We propose a nation whose town planning works with the land around it and makes use of the natural materials in its builds, creating towns that represent the people and the land from which it lies. We will provide an energy solution with nuclear, solar, and wind power that will allow Britain to go green. Regarding plastic waste, the NDP will also see single-use plastics banned in Britain. The NDP will ensure that Britain can do all it can in protecting not only Britain, but the World itself.
As stated, the NDP supports the use of nuclear power, but we also support people setting up their own solar panels as a means of green energy. It is also important that Britain continues to use up the rest of the coal supply we have, to help support the working-class man. Anyone that opposes such a policy is someone that has a contempt life and doesn’t have to struggle; this policy is to ensure that all people of Britain are provided energy at a cheap cost until nuclear power plants can provide the same.
As stated, the NDP supports the use of nuclear power, but we also support people setting up their own solar panels as a means of green energy. It is also important that Britain continues to use up the rest of the coal supply we have, to help support the working-class man. Anyone that opposes such a policy is someone that has a contempt life and doesn’t have to struggle; this policy is to ensure that all people of Britain are provided energy at a cheap cost until nuclear power plants can provide the same.
