Breaking news Prince Harry to Marry Meghan Markle

Holly, I think your Prime Minister is the equivalent of our President.
 

Sunny, there are some huge differences. The PM is the 'first among equals' in that he/she is the leader chosen by the majority party. The PM cannot sign legislation into law after it is passed by both houses of parliament. That is the duty of the monarch or in the former colonies such as Canada, Australia and NZ, her appointed viceroy known as the Governor General.

Parliament has the power to remove a PM from that position if there are enough numbers in the House to pass a vote of no confidence in either the government or the prime minister. Then it is back to the monarch (or viceroy) to report that the government no longer has the numbers to govern. The monarch may then summon the leader of another party to see whether they have the numbers. If no, then parliament is dissolved pending a new election.
 
Warrigal said:
Sunny, there are some huge differences. The PM is the 'first among equals' in that he/she is the leader chosen by the majority party. The PM cannot sign legislation into law after it is passed by both houses of parliament. That is the duty of the monarch or in the former colonies such as Canada, Australia and NZ, her appointed viceroy known as the Governor General.

Parliament has the power to remove a PM from that position if there are enough numbers in the House to pass a vote of no confidence in either the government or the prime minister. Then it is back to the monarch (or viceroy) to report that the government no longer has the numbers to govern. The monarch may then summon the leader of another party to see whether they have the numbers. If no, then parliament is dissolved pending a new election.
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Exactly warrigal... explained so much better than me
 
I saw Prince Harry and Meghan together on TV tonight and they both look happy and in love. They both seem kind and tender and protective of each other. I think this will be a beautiful thing. If only the media will leave them alone (as radish rose said). I hope they don't dig anything up from her past and then sensationalize it like they did with Kate and a pic of her modeling a bikini (or negligee?) while in college.
 
When Edward VIII chose to marry American divorcee Wallace Warfield Simpson, it was necessary for him to abdicate. I'm curious about this rule, that is, who made it, and under what authority. Is it purely religious or is it civil? Would the Archbishop of Canterbury refuse to officiate at his coronation, should that unlikely event come to pass? If he remains in his present station, would the marriage be morganatic"
 
Harry seems to be in the Catbird Seat as far as being a royal goes. Now that the heir has a spare, and another spare, and yet another spare on the way, Harry can sit back and relax. Of course, by the heir, I'm talking William as I'm pretty sure the only thing that's keeping the Queen alive is the dread that Charles will ever ascend to the throne.

Anyway, good on Harry for having some fun and marrying who he pleases!
 
hollydolly said:
However I do believe that it's outdated in this country..in that if for example, Trump died, his immediate first born would then become president, without any voting from the public, and then his first born and so on regardless of their ability ..I'm sure the American public would be up in arms about that.
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Not quite the same thing hollydolly as Trump was initially elected and only for a fixed term in office. Our monarchy goes back to the 11th century and has never been "elected" as such. I think most citizens are happy having them there, they have little power after all, don't get involved with the running of the country and are basically self supporting. Yes the Queen gets an "allowance" but then again she also pays taxes on her huge wealth.
Personally I do object to all the hangers-on and there are hundreds of those!
 
Big Horn said:
When Edward VIII chose to marry American divorcee Wallace Warfield Simpson, it was necessary for him to abdicate. I'm curious about this rule, that is, who made it, and under what authority. Is it purely religious or is it civil? Would the Archbishop of Canterbury refuse to officiate at his coronation, should that unlikely event come to pass? If he remains in his present station, would the marriage be morganatic"
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Edward became King the moment his father died but the coronation takes place up to a year later.

The Act of Settlement passed by Parliament in 1701 prohibited the succession to the thrones of England and Ireland of anyone who was a Roman Catholic. In addition anyone who became a catholic, or married a catholic was disqualified.

The King or Queen of England is also the titular head of the Church Of England. When Edward wanted to marry Wallace Simpson the Church of England was the sticking point because she was twice (thrice) divorced and the church at that time would not sanction remarriage of a divorced person. Also, the Commonwealth countries has a say because the monarch is also monarch of Canada, Australia etc. The former colonies had objections to the marriage. His choice was clear, he could either marry Wallace or he could be King, but not both. He chose to abdicate.

These archaic rules have recently been modernised to remove some anomalies.
Harry is free to marry his sweetheart in spite of her status as a divorcee.

http://www.refinery29.com/2017/11/182622/meghan-markle-royal-divorce-marriage-laws-church-england
 
Kaya said:
I wonder what most Brits would think about her becoming queen if it is allowed.

Off to bed. 3am here. Goodnight, ladies and gents.
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It really wouldn't bother me, in my opinion, note I said my opinion, Diana was no innocent.
 
Marie5656 said:
So, what is the protocol for her Will she need to become a citizen of GB? Last time we had an American become royalty, I think was when Grace Kelly married into the Monaco royal family.
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According to the Media today...Meghan will take British Citizenship when she marries Harry and will become a Dual National

Divorcee Meghan, a protestant who went to a catholic high school, will be baptised and confirmed before the spring ceremony to comply with the royal family's beliefs that they should all join the Church of England.

American Meghan will also be taking British citizenship to become a dual national before May, a process that usually takes years.
The couple have shunned a larger wedding at Westminster Abbey or St Paul's for a more intimate church service at St George's where his father Charles had a blessing after marrying Camilla in the nearby Guildhall in 2005.







http://www.dailymail.co.uk/home/index.html
 
Thanks, RR. You're one of the few with the guts to come out and admit that what I said is very true.

Now, back to Prince Harry & Meghan Markle................
 
applecruncher said:
"Unseemly"? Pffft. That's almost comical. :rolleyes:

This board is and has always been full of people from other countries coming here to "opine", condemn, villianize, and eviscerate AMERICANS and the USA.
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You are correct, but it doesn't provide a reason to dive into the sewer with them. You can show your displeasure by pressing the little star at the bottom left of the post, then clicking. "I disapprove." Try it; it's very satisfying. :)
 
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