Stephen Bailey
Earther. A leading figure in the Imperium's cultural life, Lord Bailey has had a rich and distinguished career in broadcasting, journalism, the arts and public service. [Played by James].
Current Position
Since 3210 he has been on the back benches in the Senate, previously have served as Minister for the Colonies and as Governor of Q5.
Biographical Details
Born into an aristocratic family Lord Bailey was the fourth son of a Baron. He attended the exclusive Lunar Academy where he excelled in rhetoric and debate. After school he went to Triton as an officer candidate and qualified as a pacifier pilot. He then served as a junior officer in the Earth Navy from 3164 to 3170 and received an award for meritorious conduct whilst serving on board ESS Ark Royal during a reactor leak incident.
From 3170 to 3182, Lord Bailey worked as host, writer and producer of several influential programs on Tri-D for the Disney Corporation, including Take Thirty and the Fifth Estate. A noted writer, he also contributed numerous articles to major news media and magazines in the Imperium and wrote three books ('The Imperium', 'Friends in High Places', and 'The Babylon Scandal'). He has also written and directed several films. His work in the media has garnered dozens of Tri-D awards.
He was appointed to the Senate in the new year honours list released on 3183.001. In In tandem with his political career he also assumed responsibilities as Executive Producer, Host and Writer for the program 'Lord Bailey Presents' for a period of 11 years. The program is famous for presenting the arguments for and against current legislation in an accessible fashion for the popular audience.
While in office in Quadrant 5 he presided over the investigation of allegations that the GFA Governor in Q5 Alfie_Potato, who went on to become President of the GFA, had been involved in the creation of the illegal AI Cerebro. His report has been the subject of some controversy and it is suggested that his clean bill of health for Alfie was the reason why the Earth & GFA have been on such good terms.