| Man who stepped away from royal duties now bemoans not getting royal privileges 15:44 - Apr 8 with 3470 views | blueasfook |
Strange one this. As a no-longer working Royal don't see why he should be still be offered Royal protection (at the taxpayers expense may I add)
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| Man who stepped away from royal duties now bemoans not getting royal privileges on 09:59 - Apr 9 with 731 views | flykickingbybgunn |
| Man who stepped away from royal duties now bemoans not getting royal privileges on 21:05 - Apr 8 by Joey_Joe_Joe_Junior |
Yep, gated communities in Montecito are proper dicey.
You might even bump into Jennifer Aniston at the smoothie bar. |
I would n't mind bumping into Jennifer Aniston any where let alone a smoothy bar. |  | | |
| Man who stepped away from royal duties now bemoans not getting royal privileges on 10:02 - Apr 9 with 720 views | ArnoldMoorhen |
| Man who stepped away from royal duties now bemoans not getting royal privileges on 09:42 - Apr 9 by blueasfook |
They got millions from Netflix for a series that nobody watched. I think Netflix have since dropped them after looking at the viewing figures. |
It's great, this service you provide, where you just give us an edited digest of the Daily Mail's talking points without us having to sully ourselves by opening the Mail website and read them for ourselves. |  | | |
| Man who stepped away from royal duties now bemoans not getting royal privileges on 10:19 - Apr 9 with 673 views | Swansea_Blue |
| Man who stepped away from royal duties now bemoans not getting royal privileges on 10:02 - Apr 9 by ArnoldMoorhen |
It's great, this service you provide, where you just give us an edited digest of the Daily Mail's talking points without us having to sully ourselves by opening the Mail website and read them for ourselves. |
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| Man who stepped away from royal duties now bemoans not getting royal privileges on 10:22 - Apr 9 with 649 views | wischip |
| Man who stepped away from royal duties now bemoans not getting royal privileges on 17:55 - Apr 8 by Cheltenham_Blue |
Not a good idea to have such a big forehead then if he's a bullet magnet.
He should wear a hat. |
They don't call him "Sniper's Dream" for nothing. |  | | |
| Man who stepped away from royal duties now bemoans not getting royal privileges on 10:27 - Apr 9 with 637 views | Ryorry |
| Man who stepped away from royal duties now bemoans not getting royal privileges on 10:22 - Apr 9 by wischip |
They don't call him "Sniper's Dream" for nothing. |
He could be unique in regretting that premature greying doesn’t run in the family. |  |
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| Man who stepped away from royal duties now bemoans not getting royal privileges on 10:28 - Apr 9 with 637 views | ArnoldMoorhen |
| Man who stepped away from royal duties now bemoans not getting royal privileges on 09:48 - Apr 9 by Churchman |
I get the Royals’ sense of entitlement and privilege. I understand plebs and patricians and that it is their right to have the best seat on the gravy train, paid for by ‘the rough’ (a Victorian term).
I just don’t agree with it. Any of it. A head of state born into it is an anachronism. Unlike kings, queens and all that jazz of the past they don’t even have to work for it. There’s no chance of being killed, stripped and left naked on a bridge in Leicester, no alleged red hot poker up somewhere unpleasant (Edward 2nd - he was probably suffocated or strangled), no uber haircut outside the Banqueting House. Just gravy alllll the way.
The traditions are mostly Victorian too. Created by Albert to stave off deep unpopularity of the monarchy.
Yes, I know the alternative can result in a Trump, but all you need to do is have a strong enough Constitution to prevent that happening.
As for Harry (he doesn’t half remind me of Hewitt), he’s opted out of doing anything beyond suiting himself so he can suit himself by paying for his own security. Why should you or I pay for it? He has chosen his life and with that, even for a man born into privilege and entitlement, there is a cost to bear. In other words - do one Harry. |
You were doing so well until the final paragraph.
Harry is being treated exactly as Margaret was. Briefed against constantly. A senior Royal openly made racist comments about his child, and HE was the one ostracised because he spoke about it.
This is what they do with the Spare. They are the single biggest threat to the line of succession, and the Buck House way is to destroy their reputation.
Utterly loathsome the way they carry on, but Harry is certainly no worse, and, by being demonstrably not racist, I would say is better than the rest. | | | |
| Man who stepped away from royal duties now bemoans not getting royal privileges on 10:30 - Apr 9 with 644 views | blueasfook |
| Man who stepped away from royal duties now bemoans not getting royal privileges on 10:02 - Apr 9 by ArnoldMoorhen |
It's great, this service you provide, where you just give us an edited digest of the Daily Mail's talking points without us having to sully ourselves by opening the Mail website and read them for ourselves. |
It was a story on the BBC but don't let that get in the way of a good snipe. | |
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| Man who stepped away from royal duties now bemoans not getting royal privileges on 10:32 - Apr 9 with 633 views | giant_stow |
| Man who stepped away from royal duties now bemoans not getting royal privileges on 10:30 - Apr 9 by blueasfook |
It was a story on the BBC but don't let that get in the way of a good snipe. |
oh come on Blueas - it was pithy/funny! You can take that surely, especially as you're op is bang on. |  |
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| Man who stepped away from royal duties now bemoans not getting royal privileges on 10:35 - Apr 9 with 608 views | blueasfook |
| Man who stepped away from royal duties now bemoans not getting royal privileges on 10:32 - Apr 9 by giant_stow |
oh come on Blueas - it was pithy/funny! You can take that surely, especially as you're op is bang on. |
I have never read the Daily Mail in my life. Insulted! | |
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| His old man should start.... on 10:38 - Apr 9 with 590 views | Leaky |
| His old man should start.... on 15:50 - Apr 8 by Bloots |
....forking out for his upkeep.
Not the tax-payer or the Royal Family. |
So are we expected to pay for security while he lives in the USA |  | | |
| Man who stepped away from royal duties now bemoans not getting royal privileges on 10:44 - Apr 9 with 578 views | Ryorry |
| Man who stepped away from royal duties now bemoans not getting royal privileges on 10:28 - Apr 9 by ArnoldMoorhen |
You were doing so well until the final paragraph.
Harry is being treated exactly as Margaret was. Briefed against constantly. A senior Royal openly made racist comments about his child, and HE was the one ostracised because he spoke about it.
This is what they do with the Spare. They are the single biggest threat to the line of succession, and the Buck House way is to destroy their reputation.
Utterly loathsome the way they carry on, but Harry is certainly no worse, and, by being demonstrably not racist, I would say is better than the rest. |
Agree about the appalling racism, but there was more to it than that surely - ie he didn’t want his own young family to go through what his mother had been; and his own mental health being long-term affected by everything that happened to her, both within and without the rf, so he chose to withdraw (which I don’t believe Margaret did). [Post edited 9 Apr 10:49]
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| Man who stepped away from royal duties now bemoans not getting royal privileges on 10:55 - Apr 9 with 551 views | ronnyd |
| Man who stepped away from royal duties now bemoans not getting royal privileges on 21:16 - Apr 8 by Cheltenham_Blue |
So, when he says “feel at home in the UK”, he actually means, in a house behind high walls and a security gate? Not wondering the streets of Toxteth?
He should just make up with his Dad and Brother and stop with them. |
Good idea, it's not as though Charlie or Wills are short of a bedroom or two. | | | |
| Man who stepped away from royal duties now bemoans not getting royal privileges on 10:56 - Apr 9 with 547 views | WD19 |
| Man who stepped away from royal duties now bemoans not getting royal privileges on 17:40 - Apr 8 by redrickstuhaart |
In fairness, the risk he faces is as a result of being born into a public institution, not something he opted for. |
....and its almost impossible to disentagle the risk he faces is as a result of being born into a public institution from the heightened risk he now faces from being a massive bellend. |  | | |
| Man who stepped away from royal duties now bemoans not getting royal privileges on 13:01 - Apr 9 with 438 views | The_Major |
Strikes me that the vitriol both him and his wife receive from some quarters, led by sections of the press and lapped up by the terminally dim, extra security for him seems eminently sensible.
There are people out there who won't be happy until Meghan is publicly disgraced, divorced, dead, or all three - because she has the audacity to be an independently wealthy successful woman of colour who has progressive opinions, and isn't afraid to voice them. I'm no fan, but what they do is frankly no concern of mine, they're not getting any loot from the Civil list anymore.
Who should pay for the security is a different matter, but I'd have far less issue with me as a taxpayer paying for that rather than whatever taxpayer funds his scumbag uncle still receives. |  | | |
| Man who stepped away from royal duties now bemoans not getting royal privileges on 13:30 - Apr 9 with 419 views | leitrimblue |
| Man who stepped away from royal duties now bemoans not getting royal privileges on 10:56 - Apr 9 by WD19 |
....and its almost impossible to disentagle the risk he faces is as a result of being born into a public institution from the heightened risk he now faces from being a massive bellend. |
If the being a massive bellend factor is added into the royal family security bill the costs are just gonna get completely outta hand |  | | |
| Man who stepped away from royal duties now bemoans not getting royal privileges on 13:33 - Apr 9 with 406 views | Churchman |
| Man who stepped away from royal duties now bemoans not getting royal privileges on 10:28 - Apr 9 by ArnoldMoorhen |
You were doing so well until the final paragraph.
Harry is being treated exactly as Margaret was. Briefed against constantly. A senior Royal openly made racist comments about his child, and HE was the one ostracised because he spoke about it.
This is what they do with the Spare. They are the single biggest threat to the line of succession, and the Buck House way is to destroy their reputation.
Utterly loathsome the way they carry on, but Harry is certainly no worse, and, by being demonstrably not racist, I would say is better than the rest. |
I’m really not interested in who said what or claimed this or that. I’ve no idea what the truth of any of it is. I will leave that to those who are interested and understand it. In terms of line of succession, it’s a pity it didn’t end when the Queen died. It was the right time.
The fact of the matter is that these people lead a life of ultimate privilege. Harry has had opportunities beyond the dreams of most people and could control his life pretty much any which way he chose. That’s what unlimited money can give you and of not being the one in line for the big chair and baubles. If he’s happy doing what he’s doing and his relationships with his family, fine. If not, do something about it.
Harry decided to opt out of royal duties, whatever they are, and live in splendour abroad. Good for him. Just don’t ask me to pay for any of it. If they've burned through their dough, the Royal Family is dripping with it. His father’s private fortune is £1.815bn. William earned £23m in his first year as heir to the throne and sits on a portfolio of more than £1bn. Not bad for shaking a few hands and wafting a silver shovel about.
I’m sure between them they can stump up a few bob for a Group 4 mush in a lumpy suit to stand behind Harry and look menacing.
Yes, I’m being very cynical and probably harsh, but it just seems all wrong to me that in a country where so many have so little, taxes have never been higher and people are getting poorer that more public money should be shelled out for this. Just my opinion. |  | | |
| Man who stepped away from royal duties now bemoans not getting royal privileges on 13:51 - Apr 9 with 363 views | Ryorry |
| Man who stepped away from royal duties now bemoans not getting royal privileges on 13:33 - Apr 9 by Churchman |
I’m really not interested in who said what or claimed this or that. I’ve no idea what the truth of any of it is. I will leave that to those who are interested and understand it. In terms of line of succession, it’s a pity it didn’t end when the Queen died. It was the right time.
The fact of the matter is that these people lead a life of ultimate privilege. Harry has had opportunities beyond the dreams of most people and could control his life pretty much any which way he chose. That’s what unlimited money can give you and of not being the one in line for the big chair and baubles. If he’s happy doing what he’s doing and his relationships with his family, fine. If not, do something about it.
Harry decided to opt out of royal duties, whatever they are, and live in splendour abroad. Good for him. Just don’t ask me to pay for any of it. If they've burned through their dough, the Royal Family is dripping with it. His father’s private fortune is £1.815bn. William earned £23m in his first year as heir to the throne and sits on a portfolio of more than £1bn. Not bad for shaking a few hands and wafting a silver shovel about.
I’m sure between them they can stump up a few bob for a Group 4 mush in a lumpy suit to stand behind Harry and look menacing.
Yes, I’m being very cynical and probably harsh, but it just seems all wrong to me that in a country where so many have so little, taxes have never been higher and people are getting poorer that more public money should be shelled out for this. Just my opinion. |
You make a good case, and I agree about the money, but apparently he/they were told they couldn't "rent out" UK police.
Maybe the private companies offering security are total rubbish, I wouldn't know as happily I've never (so far ...) needed any.
As someone who cherishes their privacy & whose worst nightmare would be "fame"/ living in a goldfish bowl, I actually feel sorry for anyone born into the rf if their preference is for an ordinary life - the £squillions would be no compensation whatsoever for me. | |
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| Man who stepped away from royal duties now bemoans not getting royal privileges on 14:01 - Apr 9 with 339 views | Churchman |
| Man who stepped away from royal duties now bemoans not getting royal privileges on 13:51 - Apr 9 by Ryorry |
You make a good case, and I agree about the money, but apparently he/they were told they couldn't "rent out" UK police.
Maybe the private companies offering security are total rubbish, I wouldn't know as happily I've never (so far ...) needed any.
As someone who cherishes their privacy & whose worst nightmare would be "fame"/ living in a goldfish bowl, I actually feel sorry for anyone born into the rf if their preference is for an ordinary life - the £squillions would be no compensation whatsoever for me. |
Oh I agree totally. Fame wouldn’t be for me either. But if you are born into it or find it through skill, talent etc, there are ways to manage it and get the best from it.
David Beckham for example seems to have cracked it (don’t know the guy - he might be as miserable as sin for all we know) which is where I guess I’m coming from. | | | |
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