The British Monarchy

Two Gun Bob said:
I think you'd make a smashing King if and when the lineage rules change. Actually they have, because you can now marry a catholic and not have to stand down which would be good news for me and I'm guessing good news for you.

Arise Eamo of the Isles or even Bob the first of his line. I have a balcony so will start to get some wave practice in.
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What would happen if my son married, the next in line daughter of the monarch and decided to raise their kids as Catholic?
Would their eldest be next in line for the throne?
 
mancity2012_eamo said:
What would happen if my son married, the next in line daughter of the monarch and decided to raise their kids as Catholic?
Would their eldest be next in line for the throne?
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Nearest I can find at short notice but safe to say that a Catholic royal cannot become the monarch.

www.bbc.co.uk

New rules on royal succession come into force

New rules on royal succession come into force, removing male bias and discrimination against royals married to Roman Catholics.
www.bbc.co.uk www.bbc.co.uk
 
mancity2012_eamo said:
I get the humour, but therein lies the problem. It’s not really like that, is it?
Separation of church and state.
Head of state where I live can be whatever religion he/she chooses. Provided we vote for them.
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It's mainly ceremonial the monarch isn't kicking any doors down demanding laws be changed. The reality is that the Pope is head of the Catholics and the Monarch is the head of the Church Of England.

I'd go full ceremonial but that wouldn't be enough for republicans who are very much in a minority, so you'll forgive me if I say fuck 'em :)
 
mexico1970 said:
It's mainly ceremonial the monarch isn't kicking any doors down demanding laws be changed. The reality is that the Pope is head of the Catholics and the Monarch is the head of the Church Of England.

I'd go full ceremonial but that wouldn't be enough for republicans who are very much in a minority, so you'll forgive me if I say fuck 'em :)
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Forget Republicans. That’s The Northern Irish you’re referring to, I would guess. Catholic Nationalists presumably.
What about your Jewish/Muslim/Hindu/Scots (sic) communities etc., etc.
Would the same restrictions apply?
Just asking for a Scottish friend.
 
mancity2012_eamo said:
Forget Republicans. That’s The Northern Irish you’re referring to, I would guess. Catholic Nationalists presumably.
What about your Jewish/Muslim/Hindu/Scots (sic) communities etc., etc.
Would the same restrictions apply?
Just asking for a Scottish friend.
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Mate I mean republicans who are anti-monarchy not Catholic nationalists. Monarchies aren't voted in they just are what they are.

I love the pomp and ceremony and want to keep that part, it's a tradition it may be anachronistic but there again all traditions are aren't they? I'd also remove the religious barriers allowing anyone who marries into the firm to be head honcho.

Some people just hate them, and it makes me want to keep them even more.
 
Bill Walker said:
I'd get rid of all royalty and titles. It's a load of outdated bollocks. And it upholds the aristocracy and class system.
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Thanks for your input mate, can I interest you in a commemorative mug starring the royal of your choice ;-)
 
mexico1970 said:
Mate I mean republicans who are anti-monarchy not Catholic nationalists. Monarchies aren't voted in they just are what they are.

I love the pomp and ceremony and want to keep that part, it's a tradition it may be anachronistic but there again all traditions are aren't they? I'd also remove the religious barriers allowing anyone who marries into the firm to be head honcho.

Some people just hate them, and it makes me want to keep them even more.
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I don’t hate them mate. They’re yours and you’re welcome to them.
I’m basically yanking your chain. It has nothing to do with us. It could be an issue for any other British subject however.
I’m just making that point with my tongue firmly in my cheek.
 
Well done to Charles speaking up today. So much for the monarch not being able to speak on political matters.
 
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