Royal News

Controversy and embarrassment after 'God Save The King' blunder

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26th November 2025
A women’s Under-19 European qualifier in Bulgaria descended into an unexpected diplomatic embarrassment after God Save the King was played in place of the Republic of Ireland’s national anthem – prompting audible protests and an improvised rescue by the Irish squad. Dave Connell’s side had lined up before their opening match against Sweden, turning dutifully towards the tricolour…
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Opinion

The grim hypothetical that shows just how little power The King really has

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26th November 2025
As a one-time student of constitutional law, I remember all too well the shocking hypothetical scenarios lecturers loved to propose. For example, what if Parliament passed a law requiring all blue-eyed babies to be killed at birth? It is absurd, horrifying, and – crucially – impossible in practice. This one stuck with me, thanks to my lecturer, the inimitable Jeff Murray, who used it…
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European Royals

How laws are made in Monaco: It is the Prince who has the final word

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24th November 2025
Monaco, one of Europe’s last remaining sovereign principalities, has a legislative process that combines elected representation with significant monarchical authority. While the National Council debates and votes on proposed laws, it is ultimately the Prince who determines whether legislation becomes legally binding. Step 1: Proposal and Initiative Legislation in Monaco can originate in…
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British Royals

'We’ve gone backwards’: Zara Tindall issues stark warning regarding post-Brexit rules

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22nd November 2025
Zara Tindall delivered a powerful warning about the post-Brexit pressures facing Britain’s equine industry as she joined her mother, Princess Anne, at the World Horse Welfare Annual Conference in London on Friday. Appearing together at the Royal Geographical Society, Princess Anne – the charity’s long-serving President – and her daughter were among more than 800 delegates…
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