General Chat

Interesting point about flaunting the jewels etc but then if they didn't wear them the argument would be they're just sitting there gathering dust. Over the last few years many hangers on have been pruned from the list but I agree maybe a closer look at some of the expenses like Air miles Andy I know they gave him a new title to justify the expenses but really come on should he be on the payroll like he is.

People visiting the UK as Heads of state or Presidents rather expect the pomp and ceremony and like it I rather suspect.

I haven't said about no royal Family I agree they should be a Royal family But condense it down ..God Help us if we ever had a Donald Trump .okay Pat you say about the wealth but I am just saying do they have to flaunt it maybe they are paste & all the real stuff is in a huge vault .you never know ;-)

Most of the jewels go with the job and are not her's. If for instance there's £60,000,000 in jewels that go with the job selling them would give everyone in UK £1.00.

The queen is cheaper than a president and all the pomp and ceremony bring in the tourists.

Contemplate all the things we take for granted. I'm pleased to still have the ability to see & read all about this noble & ancient institution.

Through working with various individuals over the years, I have befriended many who were materially poor but very rich in mind & body. Content with their lot too.

Just supposing the UK had elections for head of state. who do you think would win given a choice between Jez Corbyn, May, Bojo, Will Windsor, Farage, Sturgeon?

there you go

Well we all have our opinion good job really but still say we need to update & modernise our Royal family .

Her jewels aren't just 'bling', some are family heirlooms. Would you sell yours?

The cost of the royals is but a mere blip on the daily bill of defence, NHS, education etc...

I am not particularly a 'royalist' but reckon, in their more pared down format, they are good value considering the alternatives.

Whilst totally understanding your comments, would it ever actually make any difference? Look at countries where similar things have happened...did it solve any of the issues permanently?

Effective diplomacy has never been cheap.

Now I really must say something about the State Banquet for 1000 people ? have I got that right .King of Spain in attendance. him & his wife really did look very smart .but our Royals were wearing quite a lot of opulent jewellery .I love the Queen she is a great ambassador for our Country ..but how much must it have cost to entertain all the guest .one diamond would pay for brand new accommodation for the people who lost their homes in the tragic fire in Grenfell Tower Block I might be getting old But so fed up of people struggling with poverty & grief .& we have so much wealth thrown in our faces .I know they bring Money in But surely a huge dinner for so many is obscene Barbra