The British monarch is limited to non-partisan functions such as bestowing honours, appointing the Prime Minister, and by tradition is commander-in-chief of the British Armed Forces. Though the ultimate formal executive authority over the government is still through the monarch's royal prerogative, these powers may only be used according to laws enacted in Parliament and within the constraints of convention and precedent.
18% Yes |
82% No |
16% Yes |
64% No |
2% Yes, but gradually phased out over time |
8% No, but they should be self funded and pay taxes |
5% No, they are a positive influence on tourism, charity, and international relations |
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3% No, but reduce their funding |
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2% No, but only provide financial support for immediate heirs to the throne |
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@57Z4LX53yrs3Y
Yes. They are a reminder of our tyrannical and autocratic past
@4TTW7YZ3yrs3Y
If they cost more than they make in revenue, then yes the monarchy should go, especially seeing as there are some people in this country living in poverty. That money would be better spent on the poor to make this an equal system. You cannot call our system a democracy with a non elected head of state, it's not fair.
@4YHC3Q23yrs3Y
No, they should be given more power. The government is corrupt and full of liars. The Monarch needs to be able to tear the government apart and rebuild it in order to fulfill Democracy to its full potential.
@4TZ7GVX3yrs3Y
Seriously this is the most stupid question I've been asked in my life and I've been asked if Muslim is a country before, seriously that's so moronic, even Kurt Cobain lyrics look intellectual next to this question why the hell would you abolish the Monarchy be ashamed dude.
@97CPRP21yr1Y
@585MN2B3yrs3Y
No they should be given more power
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