The National Cabinet

The National Cabinet (abbreviated to NC) is a Concadian intergovernmental decision making body comprised of all heads of government in Concadia. Established in September 1971 with the purpose of encouraging intergovernmental communication, the body has since decreased it's use of decision making powers and instead acts more as a discussion forum amongst the various Concadian heads of government.

History and Description
The National Cabinet was formed in September 1971 following a period of tension between the federal government and the outlying states and provinces. Its stated purpose was to 'foster discussion and diplomacy amongst the sovereign governments of Concadia'. It was established with some decision making powers, however these have, by convention, become defunct as they were seen as an infringement on the sovereignty of state, provincial and territorial governments. An agreement was signed in March 1999 at the 55th bi-annual Conference that stated that the decision making powers of the National Cabinet would only be used at times of national crisis.

The NC meets once a month, usually via secure video link, however the March and October meetings are held in person in what are known as National Conferences. The location of these conferences rotates between the states, provinces and territories to ensure fairness.

Current membership
* The honorific The Rt Hon is excluded as all members have it by virtue of their position as head of government.