🏛️ Service Over Power: The Custodial Council
Decentralized governance ensuring Tally Sticks UK remains forever in service to the people, not power
The Custodial Council Framework
In true alignment with our constitutional principle of "Service Over Power", Tally Sticks UK is not controlled by a single individual. Its ultimate oversight is vested in a Custodial Council of 12 members - mirroring the civic duty and wisdom of a jury of one's peers.
⚖️ Constitutional Guardianship
The council's primary duty is safeguarding the 17 Constitutional Principles that define our mission
🌍 Diverse Perspectives
12 members ensure robust representation across communities, expertise, and viewpoints
🔍 Transparent Accountability
Every decision, vote, and action is recorded and made publicly accessible
🤝 Public Service
Council members pledge to serve the UK public interest above all personal or political gain
🔗 The Custodian's Pledge: An Immutable Chain of Guardianship
Tally Sticks UK has pioneered a revolutionary approach to governance accountability. Every custodian's commitment is permanently recorded on the BSV blockchain, creating an unbreakable chain of public service that future generations can verify.
🌟 The Genesis Transaction
The founding caretaker initiates the chain with the first "Stake Claim" donation, establishing the constitutional commitment on the public ledger.
🤝 The Custodian's Oath
Each new council member makes a symbolic £1 BSV donation containing their formal pledge embedded in the transaction's OP_RETURN data.
📜 Permanent Public Record
The blockchain records: "I, [Name], do solemnly pledge to uphold the 17 principles of the Tally Sticks Constitution and to act as a faithful guardian of its mission to serve the people of the United Kingdom."
🔗 Unbroken Transparency
Any citizen can trace the complete succession of custodians from the original founder onwards, providing unparalleled historical accountability.
Why This Matters
- Permanent Accountability: No custodian can deny their commitment or alter their oath
- Public Verification: Citizens can independently verify every custodian's legitimacy
- Historical Record: Future generations will see the unbroken chain of guardianship
- Democratic Accessibility: The £1 symbolic amount ensures financial status is never a barrier
- Constitutional Enforcement: Each pledge explicitly commits to upholding all 17 principles
📋 Council Responsibilities & Powers
⚖️ Constitutional Compliance
Ensuring all operations strictly adhere to the 17 Constitutional Principles with quarterly reviews and public reporting.
🎯 Strategic Direction
Providing strategic guidance for the Tally Sticks UK initiative while maintaining focus on public service.
🤝 Partnership Approval
Reviewing and approving major partnerships, contracts, or strategic alliances to ensure constitutional alignment.
🗣️ Public Representation
Acting as ambassadors for the project's mission in government, media, and community engagements.
📊 Transparency Reporting
Publishing comprehensive annual reports on CIC performance, constitutional compliance, and public impact.
👥 Leadership Oversight
Appointing and overseeing key operational roles to ensure competent, ethical leadership.
🗳️ Becoming a Custodian
The formation of the inaugural Custodial Council will be conducted through a transparent, public process designed to ensure both expertise and community representation.
Council Composition (12 Members)
🎓 Expert Seats (4 Members)
- Constitutional Law Specialist
- Public Finance Expert
- Technology & Blockchain Specialist
- Public Administration Professional
🏛️ Community Representatives (8 Members)
- Taxpayer Advocacy Representative
- Small Business Community Delegate
- Public Sector Worker Representative
- Regional Representatives (England, Scotland, Wales, NI)
- Youth Representative (Under 35)
- At-Large Community Members
Selection Criteria
✅ Constitutional Commitment
Demonstrated understanding and commitment to the 17 Tally Sticks Constitutional Principles
✅ Public Service Ethics
Clear record of ethical behavior and commitment to public over private interest
✅ Relevant Experience
Professional or community experience relevant to their proposed council role
✅ Time Commitment
Ability to dedicate the necessary time for quarterly meetings and ongoing responsibilities
🚀 Get Involved
The nomination and selection process for the inaugural Custodial Council will be announced soon. If you're interested in serving as a custodian or nominating someone, please:
📜 Constitutional Foundation
This governance model is the ultimate expression of our Constitutional Principles: