why Are folk objecting to bells being rung for Prince Andrews birthday

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  1. North Yorks Red

    North Yorks Red Well-Known Member

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    At Westminster Abbey? Seems appropriate big bells for a massive bell end!
     
    North Yorks Red, Feb 19, 2020
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    They’re not protesting about ringing the bell, they’re protesting that it’s not around his neck to warn parents of his approach!
     
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    Alright, Peter Doyle, calm down.
     
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    Isn't it about time we moved away from these deferential rituals for all the "royal" family. They are a throw back to a much less enlightened age. They are humans no more or less unimportant than the rest of us.
     
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    I'm not anti royal in the slightest, would I go into Town if there was a royal visit, no, it doesnt tickle my balls, people saying abolish the royal family ( each to there own) If they were to be abolished what would happen to them ? By being born into the family ( they didnt choose at time of conception who their parents are going to be ) and the threat towards them what should happen? Where would they go ? btw this isnt a dig I'm just wondering if the " abolish the monarchy lot" have thought further than just " let's get rid", oh and I dont think the bells should be rung for Andrew, an odious man, who was detested by many in the RN, plus the connections he as to that Epstein bloke ( yes I know you cant be guilty by association)
     
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    Not *just* Epstein. Rumours of him "holidaying" with another accused of underage sex.

    I can't see why the Royal family couldn't have a similar role to the royal family in Sweden, Holland or other European countries - purely ceremonial and for the tourists.
     
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    Some people might suggest a similar role to the royal family in Russia! Not me mind,,,but some people
     
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    Not having a royal family does not seem to have done the French tourist industry much harm. Without a royal family Buck House could be open 365 days a year. I do not buy the "they do wonders for the tourist industry" argument. They are people no more or less than the rest of us.
     
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