Thames River Barge Village

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>>> Paisley <<< This is rather bland.
During the summer of 2032 the London City Government along with other Boroughs decided to forcibly remove the derelict river barges and others that were not properly registered as housing. This done in order to increase the attractiveness of the Thames riverfront and draw in new businesses and create appealing green spaces.
>>> Eff the System <<< In other words, kick out the poor for the rich.
>>> The Corp is Father, the Corp is Mother <<< You lie. The residents were generously compensated.
Those who were living in these barges were given orders to move out or relocate. Other localities and cities did not want London's "trash" and refused to assist these unfortunate people. Therefore the residents and owners of the barges made the decision to relocate out to the ruins of the Maunsell forts in the Thames estuary. 
>>> Social Commentator <<< Other cities chose to dump their misfortunate and poor this way as well.
The barges capable of doing so, carried out broken brick, stone, concrete and other building debris. This material was then dumped with care in a manner that allowed the wreaked fort foundations to become miniature docks for the barges. Over time these makeshift docks were enlarged, sometimes with sunken barges no longer seaworthy, and others built as well. This providing an almost island.
>>> Stumpy <<< That was a good idea.
>>> Mister Black <<< Too bad you never have any of your own.
>>> The Boy Debois <<< I'm gonna skate over your ass.
>>> Mister Black <<< I wait with eager anticipation for you to try.
These actions were opposed by the government, yet no government action was undertaken against the barge dwellers. Money and resources were needed and allocated elsewhere. Yet, there is an unnerving fear that at some point the government will take action. 
>>> Sea Dog <<< Send in the Royal Marines, those slackers need some target practice.
There have been some minor complaints. That the barges are an eyesore. They are damaging the environment. They are a hazard to navigation. A haven for criminals and criminal activity. 
>>> Captain Blood <<< They be swashbuckling pirates like me.
>>> Creeper Jeepers <<< Yo matey, I got a feminine hygenic product for you! Bahahahahahaaa.
Those living on the barges make a living the best they can. A few operate water taxis. Some engage in fishing and trapping lobster, crabs, etc... for shoreline restaurants. While the rest wait for the occassional shipping container or wreak to salvage.
>>> Life Buoy <<< They also help rescue the victims of the racist summer regattas.
>>> Hahaha Antifa <<< A couple of incendiary mortar rounds will toast that stinking filth. 
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Demographics

11 percent Troll,  28 percent Ork,  52 percent Human,   9 percent  Other

Government

Democratic Hamarchy: The joint rule of different barges, each retaining their individuality; where each barge is a distinct and independent part that rule together.

Infrastructure

Collectively the barges have developed an off grid power system using small wind turbines which replace some of the sailing masts that would have traditionally been used for propulsion. Cobbled together from discarded bobs and bits the barges have constructed their own Matrix access point.

Alternative Name(s)

Floating slums

Population

Unknown, consisting of illegal migrants, persons with unregistered births, homeless persons and assorted criminal scum.

Inhabitant Demonym

River rats