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King Charles’ coronation will provoke protests. How popular and politically powerful is the royal family?

London – Protests against the British monarchy are planned across England on May 6, the day of Charles III’s coronation. The anti-monarchist group Republic, which wants the King replaced as official head of state by an elected official, is organizing or facilitating rallies in England and Scotland to coincide with the coronation.

“Hereditary office is against all democratic principles, and because we cannot hold the King and his family accountable at the ballot box, they can abuse their privileges, abuse their influence, We can’t stop people from wasting their money,” says the Republic. on that website. “The head of state we have chosen can truly represent our hopes and aspirations and can help keep politicians in check.”

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A plaque with the message “Not my King” was placed before the arrival of King Charles III of England to attend the annual Commonwealth Day service at Westminster Abbey in London on March 13, 2023. Protesters holding cards.

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The group will gather in central London on May 6, dressed in yellow, calling on people to hold up signs with slogans such as ‘Not my king’ and ‘Abolish the monarchy’. There is

Another group called Our Republic is also organizing a protest in Edinburgh, Scotland on Coronation Day.

How popular is the royal family?

Younger generations in Britain are less supportive of the monarchy than older generations. recent votes It shows that 70% of people in the country between the ages of 18 and 35 are “not interested” in the royal family.

As part of that poll, the BBC, a partner network of CBS News, worked with polling organization YouGov to ask whether the UK should “keep the monarchy or replace an elected head of state.” ” was asked to a representative sample.

Among respondents aged 18 to 24, 38% said Britain should have an elected head of state, 32% said it should maintain a monarchy and 30% said they didn’t know. .


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Support for the monarchy rises with age, with 48% of respondents aged 25-49 saying the UK should maintain a monarchy, and 78% of respondents aged 65 and over should be maintained.

Does the royal family have political power?

Britain is a constitutional monarchy, with Charles III officially head of state, but the ability to pass laws rests only with an elected parliament.

The British monarch’s role is by definition politically neutral, but the sovereign can “advise and warn” ministers, including the prime minister, if necessary, according to the British royal website. can.

Buckingham Palace states that “although the monarch no longer plays a political or administrative role, he continues to play an important role in the life of the state”. According to the palace, that part includes acting as a “focal point of national identity, unity and pride.”


See King Charles’ unique look as close friends, best friends and ex-lovers share stories about the man behind the crown. The documentary King His Charles: The Boy Who Walked Alone will be available exclusively on his Paramount+ starting Tuesday, May 2nd.

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London – Protests against the British monarchy are planned across England on May 6, the day of Charles III’s coronation. The anti-monarchist group Republic, which wants the King replaced as official head of state by an elected official, is organizing or facilitating rallies in England and Scotland to coincide with the coronation.“Hereditary office is against all democratic principles, and because we cannot hold the King and his family accountable at the ballot box, they can abuse their privileges, abuse their influence, We can’t stop people from wasting their money,” says the Republic. on that website. “The head of state we have chosen can truly represent our hopes and aspirations and can help keep politicians in check.”

A plaque with the message “Not my King” was placed before the arrival of King Charles III of England to attend the annual Commonwealth Day service at Westminster Abbey in London on March 13, 2023. Protesters holding cards.

Frank Augustine/AP

The group will gather in central London on May 6, dressed in yellow, calling on people to hold up signs with slogans such as ‘Not my king’ and ‘Abolish the monarchy’. There is

Another group called Our Republic is also organizing a protest in Edinburgh, Scotland on Coronation Day.How popular is the royal family?Younger generations in Britain are less supportive of the monarchy than older generations. recent votes It shows that 70% of people in the country between the ages of 18 and 35 are “not interested” in the royal family.

As part of that poll, the BBC, a partner network of CBS News, worked with polling organization YouGov to ask whether the UK should “keep the monarchy or replace an elected head of state.” ” was asked to a representative sample.Among respondents aged 18 to 24, 38% said Britain should have an elected head of state, 32% said it should maintain a monarchy and 30% said they didn’t know. .

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Support for the monarchy rises with age, with 48% of respondents aged 25-49 saying the UK should maintain a monarchy, and 78% of respondents aged 65 and over should be maintained.Does the royal family have political power?Britain is a constitutional monarchy, with Charles III officially head of state, but the ability to pass laws rests only with an elected parliament.

The British monarch’s role is by definition politically neutral, but the sovereign can “advise and warn” ministers, including the prime minister, if necessary, according to the British royal website. can.Buckingham Palace states that “although the monarch no longer plays a political or administrative role, he continues to play an important role in the life of the state”. According to the palace, that part includes acting as a “focal point of national identity, unity and pride.”See King Charles’ unique look as close friends, best friends and ex-lovers share stories about the man behind the crown. The documentary King His Charles: The Boy Who Walked Alone will be available exclusively on his Paramount+ starting Tuesday, May 2nd.

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Hayley Ott

Hayley Ott is an international reporter for CBS News based in London.

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