There's been a real resistance to having a serious and balanced debate on this issue for a very long time. Part of the other reason is that politicians actually, when they get into government, they want the monarchy there. So it's the interesting policy. Well, I'd like to give you a platform at this point. It would be great to hear from you as you go around the country talking about your cause and the need for a republic. Who are your most enthusiastic audiences? The polling is certainly showing a growing gap between younger people who are increasingly pro-royal.
On this episode of the Sunday Debate we’re going to explore an issue that is timely, yet draws on debates at the heart of British politics and identity for centuries; should King Charles III should be the last British monarch? And where would the UK be without its Royal Family? Speaking for the motion is Graham Smith, CEO of Republic, a British organisation campaigning for the abolition of the monarchy - and author of Abolish the Monarchy: Why we should and how we will. And speaking against the motion is Robert Hardman, journalist, author, and royal commentator - Hardman has penned numerous books on the Royal Family, his most recent being 2022’s Queen of Our Times: The Life of Elizabeth II. Moderating this debate is broadcaster and academic Philippa Thomas.
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