From what I read England in Wales nd Ireland are being taken over by the thousands coming in illegally Islam way of living being pushed and Christians and English citizens having almost no rights and are unable to get homes living below a normal expectation. The monarchy should be able to press the government to turn around the invaders and start treating English citizens properly and outlaw the dreadful woke and anti Christian pro Islamic laws etc that seem to have taken over all government areas. I see the RF popping to this and that but it do do not have any rights to straighten out the troubles of the country, love the RF but glad we have not yet fallen so badly in Australia although our government is trying to put the people into bankruptcy I'm worried for the younger generations.
from Australia. Starmer accepted a "sir" title from the monarchy (hypocrite). maybe he should cut back on illegal migrant spending and focus on Britain and it's people. the monarchy and the BRF bring in a lot of tourist dollars to the UK and that filters down to florists, cafes and souvenir shops and others. people go to see the history and the monarchy, not politicians
Foreign dignitaries given the choice would they want to sit next to Keir or a member of the royal family…..Exactly royalty wins every time hands down!!!
I'm South African and had the privilege off visiting London as a tourist. The first building I visited was Horse Guards. The Troopers in the ceremonial uniform. and those magnificent horses in the boxes where incredible and the onto Trafalgar square, and finally Buckingham palace. Although I was schlept to other different sites, I will never forget those three places. The architecture of the buildings is beyond stunning. The majority of tourists love everything royal.
I just toured BP and it was a glorious experience! Look, the work is long overdue and simply needs to be done. It is money well spent-which you certainly can’t say about many government programs. Whether or not King Charles lives there afterward makes no difference to the need for the Palace - the country’s State office - and the need for its refurbishment. This silly insistence of Parliament, starting with Churchill insisting on Queen Elizabeth living there, should end.
Buckingham palace is a very important historical building. It should be cared for.I don't think the Royals need to live there but used for events and open to the public. My Commonwealth opinion. 🇨🇦
Why doesn’t Keir question the free accommodation of immigrants as well as the all other expenses being paid for by the great British public? Why not put the immigrants to work on filling pot holes, cleaning streets, washing buildings or windows or anything to merit public money handouts? When I was a child I always had to earn my pocket money with age appropriate chores, so why can’t grown men do something useful? Kirsi
I never had pocket money, I had to do chores...dry the dishes, dust the living room, wash my dads car, carry shopping etc. I appreciated my money better and learnt a valuable lesson in life that if you want something you need to work for it.
@@user-or4fe2sk3v people coming in to our country by boats daily and put up in hotels for free i am 70 and never ever been in a hotel for free this country or any country in the world this Goverment are a joke look at the devistation the Uk are in at the momement 😠😠😠
He has the right to question the money being spent but not the right to demand that the king lives there. Charles has presented good ideas about the use of all royal properties, a new era etc. and what with him being the king, those plans will come to fruition.
Absolutely spot on!! If Starmer says he is going to restore the economy, he better protect the Monarchy and the relative pomp, protocols, and sovereign amenities. Otherwise tourism will dissipate quickly. Especially with London and other cities the way they are descending.
According to figures from the Association of Leading Visitor Attractions and the royal household’s own figures for their residences, Buckingham Palace is at best the 69th most popular attraction in the UK, Windsor Castle does better but is still only at number 18, behind Chester Zoo, Somerset House, Edinburgh Castle and the Botanic Gardens in Kew.
They don't go to see monarchs either!!! People go to Buckingham Palace even when no one is in residence because they actually want to watch the changing of the guard. Same case when I visited Prague and Stockholm! Paris is far more visited than London. Rome too has no monarchy but both these cities attract tourism. People come to see the famous buildings such as Cathedrals, museums, art galleries, go to parks, concerts, theatre, opera, ballet, enjoy cultural activities and food etc We'd get the tourism without the monarch just as people visit Hampton Court Palace, Leeds and Warwick Castle etc even though no monarchs have lived there in centuries!
The government have just ‘given’ £84 million to Africa. I would rather that be spent in Buckingham Palace than given to these foreign countries tries where it will end up in some corrupt politicians pocket. It’s our taxpayer money and I’d rather it be don’t on things at home (excluding the illegal opportunists aka scroungers that Liebour are keen to encourage).
Don't know why we are giving that eye watering amount to Africa. Most of them are over here now. I call that double dipping. I'm 70+ and I can remember right from primary school different projects to raise money for Africa. Nothing seems to have improved over all these years.
From my American point of view, the Royals bring in so much tourist money, that Sir Keir Starmer should think about what the economy would be like without it. Buckingham Palace is quite a tourist draw as well as the other Royal homes and castles, and other historic sites in London and throughout the country. I also thought that I had heard that there were plans to open Buckingham Palace, or at least part of it, as a kind of museum for history, or Royal history? I think that would be a great idea. Aren’t they starting to do tours now where people can at least look into the room from which the Royals go out onto the balcony for special occasions?
I am an American and without the Royal Family, the United Kingdom would be a tiny island with bad weather. I am sorry to say. It would lose all its charm and place in the world. Your prime minister needs to give back his knighthood and shut his mouth. Also show some respect to the king and stop being such a twat. He seems like a very dislikable character. Just look at him. I hope I didn’t offend.
As an American that loves the Royal Family, I think that he should realize that the palace brings in tourism dollars. Year after year people go to London to see it. The palace should be maintained, if only for the historical value alone. I hope the right decisions are made in this matter. Cheers!👋👋😁
Buckingham Palace is a major tourist attraction, and even if not lived in permanently by a member of the Royal Family its historic interest is the responsibility of the government. When Royals need a London base or foreign dignities are to be entertained it is much cheaper to secure the Palace than try to secure another venue successfully. Its history should be preserved.
No as a commonwealth country 🇨🇦no the Labour Party has no right stop funding. The Labour Party needs to be accountable and transparent about their budget. The taxpayers are paying too much as England has to many people that don’t contribute to the economy. Long live King Charles
The Palace is an historic building. I don't see Starmer et al kicking up a fuss when they're spending billions on the Palace of Westminster. It cost nearly ½ billion to build the Scottish Parliament 25 years ago and they could use any old materials for that. These old buildings are owned by the nation for future generations to enjoy and they are used to host and impress foreign dignitaries. I honestly think Labour MPs would rather see head of states entertained in a Nissan hut. They have no idea of the soft power our monarch has in the wider world because they are about the politics of envy.
Buckingham Palace is thought to contain one of the largest and most valuable art collections in the world, including the largest collection of Van Gogh paintings - yet it’s all hidden away. The palace has the potential in a republic to become a world class museum and gallery open all year round.
I wouldn't fly overnight to visit a bunch of politicians, not when we have our own here. I would, however, fly overnight to see historical landmarks such as Big Ben, the Historic Palaces, and all the blue disk landmarks in the UK.
@@TheRamblingsofBryHere we go again. I am 77 and have seen all the Labour governments squeeze the well off to give hand-outs to the workshy. Go and live in a republican country and see what the 'presidents'/dictators squirrel/government ministers away. Buckingham Palace can easily open its doors further. This is an historic building. This is what overseas visitors pay to come and see. Obviously there can be a private apartment away from the rest for the Monarch to be used if required, but let him live where he is comfortable and be happy - in Clarence House. Our monarch is certainly not a wasteful, greedy man, neither was his late mother. Leave him alone you 'red wallers' in No.10
Monarchs come and go! King Charles is NOT immortal and in fact is far more likely to go before this PM. If you claim the monarchy is forever then you should also recognise that the Prime Ministry is also forever. In fact WHEN NOT IF this country becomes a Republic there will be a Prime Ministry but no monarchy!
We need our treasured monarchy. Leave them alone Kier! No ifs but or maybes. If you want cuts do as the public want and close our borders and have a system like Australia and recent European country's
I guess your new prime minister has no clue on how much money in yearly tourism dollars come to Britain because of the Monarchy and Buckingham Place. Maybe King Charles should give Kier Starmer a lesson about the Monarchy and what it really stands for and means to the British people. Many places in the world would be envious of all the tourists dollars that spin off in Britain
I am always surprised when I see any pictures of London, particularly around Buckingham Palace, at the number of tourists milling around, seemingly all the time.
King Charles doesn't need to say anything, we all say it for him.The millions how love the royal family. Will reject Starmer, he will not last in power long🇬🇧🇬🇧
Prime Ministers come and go. Our monarchy is the bedrock of this beautiful country of ours. So while it might be an expense the government might not like the Royal Family contribute far more to our economy than any government.
You said it right, Neil. In times of jubilation and crisis, the Brits flock to Buckingham Palace for a sense of community, and they feel secure there, knowing the royal family is their reliable constant. They don't congregate at 10 Downing.
I'd prefer we get rid of spongers on the UK tax payer - whether illegal economic migrants, lazy single-mothers using bastard kids from many different dads as her tickets to free money, or monarchy that do nothing or even set a bad example of family life, morals and do as much to defend the Christian Faith as Blair, Sunak, Starmer did to defend our borders!
@@marciacoe4610 I never voted this horrible person in. Pray our lord protects us all against the dark ones.The Royal family are tourist attraction, but wish the king would speak up for our faith and his country,it makes me sad that he doesn't and we are alone ,as some clergy also refuses our lords teachings.
The British people should have taken more notice of the Austra Ian Labor government and the destruction of our country since they were elected in 2022 I guarantee there would have been a different outcome
@@thorpsewinglessons5913 Only about 30% of people did vote him in. I note that their avowed aim to being in proportional representation wasn't mentioned in the King's Speech.
If the labour government does not wish to refurbish the palace who is going to do it? It doesn’t belong to the king , it belongs to the country. Would they prefer to sell it? Or would they prefer to let it become a ruin? There is only one way to finance it publicly and that is too charge for tours!
The King should pass the buck to Mr Starmer to make the decision, maybe one of the worlds billionaires would buy it and use it as their companies head office. Then at least Mr Starmer could go down in history as the person who sold the palace, mind you, it would not top Mr Blair that helped kill a million people.
This whole matter is due to the politics of envy. These socialists feel entitled to degrade our country and way of life in order to virtue signal - but without giving up their own wealth and status. Orwell's Animal Farm should be made compulsory reading.
Hypocrites one and all. Our deputy PM and some in the new government are certainly some of the 'reds under the bed' as we used to say in years past. (ie leaning towards their version of communism - take from everyone and take a slice for myself in the meantime) OR "I'm alright Jack, pull up the ladder" mentality.
Yet Starmer will continue to pay £6,000,000 a day to his much loved Illegal immigrants, stop paying this money out to spongers and Buck house will be sorted .
You would think Starmer and KC3 would love each other since they are such advocates of a culturally diverse UK. £6 million for illegal immigrants? That could pay everyone's heating bills or improve NHS.
The Labour Government needs to rethink. They need to realise just how many billions the Monarchy and our historic buildings raise through tourism- people don’t travel here to see and listen to the likes of our so called politicians! They come and go unlike our beloved Monarchy!
Buckingham Palace: NO he is not right to question the money being spent; it's being spent on the Nation's behalf. To preserve the building for the Nation's show piece heritage. The Americans wouldn't discard, sell, or demean the WHITE HOUSE! JUSTMY OPINION!
The Palace earns and will continue to earn revenue as it is a mecca for tourism in London. At least you can get close to it and even have a look around inside it. Whilst 10 Downing St is like a fortress, with little or no chance of even being in the street.
Buckingham Palace is the residence of the UK Head of State, it is used extensively for national and international gatherings and meetings, it must ALWAYS be in the best condition possible, regardless of who is in residence or not.
If Larry disappears then Starmer disappears, simple. Leave OUR Larry in his home: 10 Downing Street and kick out Starmer. The PM was elected simply because the people got fed up with the mess the Conservatives got us into, but it doesn't mean he was elected because he is liked.
Let's pray that His Majesty will charm the knight of the realm PM, in much the same way that her late majesty charmed Blair. As for the first woman chancellor, now I can see where she's going to get all this dosh for higher than inflation pay rises. As for national monuments, that’s what they are. Spend to keep them, as we have paid for the upkeep of the Palace of Westminster!
I don't believe that the King snd Camilla should be forced to live somewhere that they don't regard as home. Buckingham Palace is let out more now to the public, it's a tourist attraction. Much more money has been spent elsewhere and much of this is not justifiable to the people so no, leave the King be in his Clarence House
Buckingham Palace and Windsor castle hold so much history of England 🇬🇧 now and of the past. I think the King or Queen of England should live in either one. I'm from America, USA and that's my opinion.
I very much admire Mr Sean's ability to create entertaining and informative videos 'on the hoof' in this way . . . . to just stand on the pavement and speak lucidly to camera. In these dark and troubled times I also find his old school charm and good manners very reassuring and uplifting 🤗
Buckingham Palace is the seat of government, a symbol of the UK... of course the public should pay to preserve it and Yes, the King & Queen should reside there.
Buckingham Palace is not the seat of government in the UK. . The monarch does not govern, the monarch reigns and is therefire a titular head of state. The Monarchy has no governing power and is quite separate from government. The seat of government is the Houses of Parliament (that ancient building that has that tall big tower at one end, which has huge clock faces, and which is called Big Ben). The UK has a government, elected by the people. The term of office is 5 years. - unless something untoward happens which results in an election being called before the end of the 5 year tenure. I'm guessing you're not UK?
I should add - Buckingham Palace is state owned, it does not belong to the RF . It is used for state official occasions. The monarch usually lives in it (as did the late Queen). It is currently undergoing extensive renovation so the King and Queen are currently living in Clarence House. Clarence House is part of the St James Palace complex. .
@@user-iq3mp5zo8z I should say the "Symbolic Seat" of government. It's not where government takes place but it's government owned and government functions take place there, as well as Ceremonial & Traditional events. The Monarch should live there.
Buckingham Palace is thought to contain one of the largest and most valuable art collections in the world, including the largest collection of Van Gogh paintings - yet it’s all hidden away. The palace has the potential in a republic to become a world class museum and gallery open all year round.
Starmer might consider addressing how incredibly expensive it is to restore many historic structures in the U.K. I suspect the government agencies which preside over restoration have little or no regard for how expenisive it is and have implemented policies which are meaningless and outrageously expensive for those who foot the bill.
A Trotsky and a monarch are never going to agree. Hands off the Palace prime minister !! You will only be around for a short time ,but our Royal family will be around long after you have retired !!
The late Elizabeth found herself in a similar position after the fire at Windsor Castle and found a way to find the funds for its repair through the tours of certain parts of Buckingham Palace. Charles may need to take a page from his mother's book. A big 👋 from deep in the ❤ of Texas and Cheers y'all 😊
Well thanks "y'all" for your knowledge and "y'all" educated thought's on OUR KING "y'all" SOOOOO enlightening, KING Charles would never have thought of that without "y'all" suggestion. How we've managed for over a thousand years without "y'all" I do not know. BYE "YALL" 🇬🇧🏴
I too am sorry abot tge rude response to your comment. Tgerewas no need for it. What you are suggesting has already happened several decades ago: the State Apartments in Buckingham Palace were opened up to the public for the first time just after the Windsor fire to help pay for the Windsor Castle restoration and have remained open to visitors during the summer periods when not in use. I should imagine that, if tge King and Queen decide to remain living at Clarence House as their predecessors King William IV and Queen Adelaide did in the 1830s, the sovereign's private apartments in the north wing might be opened up too. The King has already recently opened up rooms in Balmoral Castle which he intends to vacate on a permanent basis as he stays at Birkhall, another property on the estate. Unlike the Balmoral and Sandringham estates, Highgrove House and a few other residences in various parts of the UK, the royal palaces (Windsor, Buckingham Palace, Hillsborough Castle and Holyroodhouse) are not the King's private property and belong to the State.
As you say Neil, Buckingham Palace is a national monument and must be maintained. If Sir Keir is serious about saving money, he could start by sacking all the DEI hires in the public service.
I would think that Kier would be supporting the monarchy. Regardless of cost of refurbishment it in the long runs puts all kinds of money in the coffers, without the King and Queen having to live there.
Buckingham Palace is one of THE few most famous landmarks in the World. Am sure when completed it will make its money back 1000 times over. That a man, who has been knighted, should question its prominence is a DISGRACE
All the taxes and no money left? Where did all that money go? How much do PM's make? How much has been given away to foreign countries? Where is the money?
I'm in the US trying to understand the UK government - appreciate your videos! I hope we all get the governments we deserve one day. They both seem lacking at the moment.
Please look into how the labour government is looking at every way to change and remove money from organisations such as the Crown Estates. The money from the crown estates pays for the upkeep of Buckingham Palace it is not from PAYA, VAT or Business rates. I would also like you to look into changes planned for the crown estate. The taxpayer spent millions on 10 Downing street more than once in the last 100 years so why the fuss being made which was agreed by Parliament and is for us the people of the UK.
To clarify the expense of BP is coming from the Crown Estate investments. I believe they’re taking from 5-10% of the income and allocating it to refurbishment. So it’s only coming from the public purse in the sense it’s monies not being given to the government to spend. BP is used for state affairs, housing government officials and visiting officials. The work being done will benefit the government in terms of tours, events and housing people whether or not the King occasionally stays there. We currently have to put visiting foreign dignitaries and diplomats as well as our own officials up at hotels because BP is unavailable. There were also people who refused to stay there because it was so cold and had poor electricity and WiFi.
Since when did any prime minister tell the King where to live . I do hope told Keir where to go in very strong language. I think he came in to power by lying to the British people and is back tracking already on the things he promised parliament would do
Buckingham Palace belongs to the nation. It is much better as a Museum and site for State Events than as a residence for any family in the Internet Age. The British people can certainly afford the restoration and maintenance of Buckingham Palace, an iconic edifice that in many ways embodies the British State much more concisely, in visual terms, than rather dreary Nº10. The Present is a product of All of Human History, and British history encompasses everything from Stonehenge to the British Museum to Leicester Square. It is incumbent upon advanced societies to showcase, encourage and teach Respect for History to their successors. The Monarch should certainly be allowed to live wherever he or she prefers! It's a difficult full-time job that often even robs them of their sleep. They cannot, as you or I can, choose their own bedtime or wake-up time, or even the city they are going to wake up in, on any given morning. Already, the Royal yacht Britannia was taken away from the Monarchy! Don't start being cheapskates over Buckingham Palace, that obviously also creates jobs and stimulates the economy, as well as bringing in revenue from tourism. After all, the Windsor-Mountbatten (Saxe-Coburg-Gotha) Dynasty is merely this particular generation of the Hannoverian Dynasty. And there may be some future dynasty you have no inkling of yet! (No, not Meg's!!!!) Whereupon Buckingham Palace will become their responsibility - and thus the claim that the British Royal Family, or the Crown Estate, should be the sole managing funder& landlord of Buckingham Palace and its gardens is completely misguided. It is part of the National Patrimony. Chip in, and be gracious about it.
My U.S.A and your U.K. certainly have a lot going on politically. I hope that your new Prime Minister is capable of putting what the majority of the people want, over what he wants. Our current President couldn't seem to do that.
It's hard to imagine how Parliament doesn't see the value to the country and the neighborhood of keeping up a building. Doesn't London have a historical society to weigh in? Haven't any of these people been home owners? Aren't they aware of how much this palace needed updating? It doesn't seem as if they're using common sense. I don't understand why the King and Queen have to live in it for it to be "worth it."
I am disgusted at the immigration problem and race riots. I don't plan to visit anytime soon. Sadly. As for the government, one that does not subscribe to the WEF /DAVOS agenda.
Its a Two way street. Tourism is a billion ££ plus earner for the country, add on the exorbitant much needed funds raised for charities driven by the RF.
I think, in my humble opinion, that it's even bigger than that. Britain has a certain standing in the world and I'm not sure that would be the same without the Monarchy.
If they live in Buckingham palace, then people will complain about upkeep of the other palaces. People want a monarchy, but they want them to live without expenditure and get upset when they have more than the average person. That's part and parcel with being royal! People forget how important their centuries old legacy, history and tradition is and also forget how much they bring in in tourism. If Buckingham palace is run down, people won't be as interested, and it's a heritage building and therefore needs to be kept up. As for no one wanting to live there, i think it's mainly because it's in the middle of the city, and all the royals love the countryside. I can understand that. It's also not particularly private. People also forget they are using it, their offices are there, and many parties, banquets, celebrations etc are held there.
Would the PM rather allow the BP to slowly go to ruins and not undertake any repairs or renovations, just because the members of the monarchy would not wish to live there? Will that be what he will propose the parliament to vote on as the alternative?
As an American, I’m very disgruntled over this new Prime Minister giving your wonderful King such aggravation. Doesn’t Keir have any respect for his own culture? I’m so disappointed. The King’s needs & desires should be considered by Keir.
I really enjoy your videos. So nice to see London and other areas of GB. Beautiful flowers and countryside. Some day I hope to visit. Waving from Midwest in US.
No, first and foremost he should question the amount of money being spent on illegal immigration, and stop that. Leave our institutions alone.
From what I read England in Wales nd Ireland are being taken over by the thousands coming in illegally Islam way of living being pushed and Christians and English citizens having almost no rights and are unable to get homes living below a normal expectation. The monarchy should be able to press the government to turn around the invaders and start treating English citizens properly and outlaw the dreadful woke and anti Christian pro Islamic laws etc that seem to have taken over all government areas. I see the RF popping to this and that but it do do not have any rights to straighten out the troubles of the country, love the RF but glad we have not yet fallen so badly in Australia although our government is trying to put the people into bankruptcy I'm worried for the younger generations.
I would rather my tax money went to do up the Palace than be wasted abroad by Mr Lammy !
When Trump gets in Lammy will be out of a job.
from Australia. Starmer accepted a "sir" title from the monarchy (hypocrite). maybe he should cut back on illegal migrant spending and focus on Britain and it's people. the monarchy and the BRF bring in a lot of tourist dollars to the UK and that filters down to florists, cafes and souvenir shops and others. people go to see the history and the monarchy, not politicians
Agree. 🦘💚💛
100% agree with you. 👋👋🇦🇺🇦🇺
Foreign dignitaries given the choice would they want to sit next to Keir or a member of the royal family…..Exactly royalty wins every time hands down!!!
I'm South African and had the privilege off visiting London as a tourist. The first building I visited was Horse Guards. The Troopers in the ceremonial uniform. and those magnificent horses in the boxes where incredible and the onto Trafalgar square, and finally Buckingham palace. Although I was schlept to other different sites, I will never forget those three places. The architecture of the buildings is beyond stunning. The majority of tourists love everything royal.
I never tire of seeing all of this on video, such as the Trooping of the Colour. 🦘
I just toured BP and it was a glorious experience! Look, the work is long overdue and simply needs to be done. It is money well spent-which you certainly can’t say about many government programs. Whether or not King Charles lives there afterward makes no difference to the need for the Palace - the country’s State office - and the need for its refurbishment. This silly insistence of Parliament, starting with Churchill insisting on Queen Elizabeth living there, should end.
Buckingham palace is a very important historical building. It should be cared for.I don't think the Royals need to live there but used for events and open to the public. My Commonwealth opinion. 🇨🇦
Why doesn’t Keir question the free accommodation of immigrants as well as the all other expenses being paid for by the great British public? Why not put the immigrants to work on filling pot holes, cleaning streets, washing buildings or windows or anything to merit public money handouts? When I was a child I always had to earn my pocket money with age appropriate chores, so why can’t grown men do something useful? Kirsi
Well said. ❤
They didn't arrive in Britain with the intention of working, just for all the free entitlements they believe is their right.
Agree100%
I agree wholeheartedly. Have been saying this for years about Australian Government handouts as well 😠
I never had pocket money, I had to do chores...dry the dishes, dust the living room, wash my dads car, carry shopping etc. I appreciated my money better and learnt a valuable lesson in life that if you want something you need to work for it.
I think there is more important things for kier to worry about than our Royal family.
Immigration?
@@user-or4fe2sk3v people coming in to our country by boats daily and put up in hotels for free i am 70 and never ever been in a hotel for free this country or any country in the world this Goverment are a joke look at the devistation the Uk are in at the momement 😠😠😠
MP expenses shouldn't be paid for by the public purse imo.
Thats true they want to put their own house in order before pulling the royals down
They get paid more than enough.
Not! Tourists bring in a great deal of revenue. He might want to check those figures.
The reigning monarch has weekly meeting with the prime minister regardless, and it must be hard at times .
I'm sure HMTQ had a few like that too.
@@katbar6066She hated Thatcher and Cameron.
@@warrior9085 I knew there was someone. Wasn't it because she thought Thatcher was a bit too posh considering where she came from?
I wonder how King Charles manages to keep his hands away from Keirs throat 😂😂
He has the right to question the money being spent but not the right to demand that the king lives there. Charles has presented good ideas about the use of all royal properties, a new era etc. and what with him being the king, those plans will come to fruition.
Here’s a thought ….
They want to save money ?🤔🤔🤔🤔 How about politicians take a pay cut & get rid of some of their staff who do sh!t all to get it 😡😡😡😡
Tourists dont go to England and London to see Politicians,they go because the Country has a Monarchy with all the pomp and Palaces that go with it.
Absolutely spot on!! If Starmer says he is going to restore the economy, he better protect the Monarchy and the relative pomp, protocols, and sovereign amenities. Otherwise tourism will dissipate quickly. Especially with London and other cities the way they are descending.
🎯💯 American here….visited the UK three times to be immersed in the British culture and history.
Nicely said!
According to figures from the Association of Leading Visitor Attractions and the royal household’s own figures for their residences, Buckingham Palace is at best the 69th most popular attraction in the UK, Windsor Castle does better but is still only at number 18, behind Chester Zoo, Somerset House, Edinburgh Castle and the Botanic Gardens in Kew.
They don't go to see monarchs either!!! People go to Buckingham Palace even when no one is in residence because they actually want to watch the changing of the guard. Same case when I visited Prague and Stockholm!
Paris is far more visited than London. Rome too has no monarchy but both these cities attract tourism. People come to see the famous buildings such as Cathedrals, museums, art galleries, go to parks, concerts, theatre, opera, ballet, enjoy cultural activities and food etc We'd get the tourism without the monarch just as people visit Hampton Court Palace, Leeds and Warwick Castle etc even though no monarchs have lived there in centuries!
The government have just ‘given’ £84 million to Africa. I would rather that be spent in Buckingham Palace than given to these foreign countries tries where it will end up in some corrupt politicians pocket. It’s our taxpayer money and I’d rather it be don’t on things at home (excluding the illegal opportunists aka scroungers that Liebour are keen to encourage).
And to that damn war, over a hundred billion.
🎯 💯 Got That Right !!!!!!!!!!
Too right this is our heritage let's keep it and treasure it.
It's all money laundering. Just like in the US, billions of our tax $$ sent to Africa, a country rich in resources, yet its people are poor.
Don't know why we are giving that eye watering amount to Africa. Most of them are over here now. I call that double dipping. I'm 70+ and I can remember right from primary school different projects to raise money for Africa. Nothing seems to have improved over all these years.
From my American point of view, the Royals bring in so much tourist money, that Sir Keir Starmer should think about what the economy would be like without it. Buckingham Palace is quite a tourist draw as well as the other Royal homes and castles, and other historic sites in London and throughout the country. I also thought that I had heard that there were plans to open Buckingham Palace, or at least part of it, as a kind of museum for history, or Royal history? I think that would be a great idea. Aren’t they starting to do tours now where people can at least look into the room from which the Royals go out onto the balcony for special occasions?
I am an American and without the Royal Family, the United Kingdom would be a tiny island with bad weather. I am sorry to say. It would lose all its charm and place in the world. Your prime minister needs to give back his knighthood and shut his mouth. Also show some respect to the king and stop being such a twat. He seems like a very dislikable character. Just look at him. I hope I didn’t offend.
As an American that loves the Royal Family, I think that he should realize that the palace brings in tourism dollars. Year after year people go to London to see it. The palace should be maintained, if only for the historical value alone. I hope the right decisions are made in this matter. Cheers!👋👋😁
The decision and choice is not yours keir. Keep your likes n dislikes to yourself and do your job...
Buckingham Palace is a major tourist attraction, and even if not lived in permanently by a member of the Royal Family its historic interest is the responsibility of the government. When Royals need a London base or foreign dignities are to be entertained it is much cheaper to secure the Palace than try to secure another venue successfully. Its history should be preserved.
No as a commonwealth country 🇨🇦no the Labour Party has no right stop funding. The Labour Party needs to be accountable and transparent about their budget. The taxpayers are paying too much as England has to many people that don’t contribute to the economy. Long live King Charles
The Palace is an historic building. I don't see Starmer et al kicking up a fuss when they're spending billions on the Palace of Westminster. It cost nearly ½ billion to build the Scottish Parliament 25 years ago and they could use any old materials for that.
These old buildings are owned by the nation for future generations to enjoy and they are used to host and impress foreign dignitaries. I honestly think Labour MPs would rather see head of states entertained in a Nissan hut. They have no idea of the soft power our monarch has in the wider world because they are about the politics of envy.
Buckingham Palace is thought to contain one of the largest and most valuable art collections in the world, including the largest collection of Van Gogh paintings - yet it’s all hidden away. The palace has the potential in a republic to become a world class museum and gallery open all year round.
Well said! 💯
I wouldn't fly overnight to visit a bunch of politicians, not when we have our own here. I would, however, fly overnight to see historical landmarks such as Big Ben, the Historic Palaces, and all the blue disk landmarks in the UK.
@@TheRamblingsofBrythe artwork is on display and it is rotated.
@@TheRamblingsofBryHere we go again. I am 77 and have seen all the Labour governments squeeze the well off to give hand-outs to the workshy. Go and live in a republican country and see what the 'presidents'/dictators squirrel/government ministers away. Buckingham Palace can easily open its doors further. This is an historic building. This is what overseas visitors pay to come and see. Obviously there can be a private apartment away from the rest for the Monarch to be used if required, but let him live where he is comfortable and be happy - in Clarence House. Our monarch is certainly not a wasteful, greedy man, neither was his late mother. Leave him alone you 'red wallers' in No.10
Kier needs reminding that Prime Ministers come and go; the monarchy is forever.
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This is the best statement ever !!!
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Monarchs come and go! King Charles is NOT immortal and in fact is far more likely to go before this PM. If you claim the monarchy is forever then you should also recognise that the Prime Ministry is also forever. In fact WHEN NOT IF this country becomes a Republic there will be a Prime Ministry but no monarchy!
@@eddesa5134Sorry, well your talking through your butt. My God a Republic, how much have the yacht girl paid you. Sugar.
We need our treasured monarchy. Leave them alone Kier! No ifs but or maybes. If you want cuts do as the public want and close our borders and have a system like Australia and recent European country's
I guess your new prime minister has no clue on how much money in yearly tourism dollars come to Britain because of the Monarchy and Buckingham Place. Maybe King Charles should give Kier Starmer a lesson about the Monarchy and what it really stands for and means to the British people. Many places in the world would be envious of all the tourists dollars that spin off in Britain
I am always surprised when I see any pictures of London, particularly around Buckingham Palace, at the number of tourists milling around, seemingly all the time.
King Charles doesn't need to say anything, we all say it for him.The millions how love the royal family. Will reject Starmer, he will not last in power long🇬🇧🇬🇧
He doesnt seem to have much of a clue about anything
If Starmer is so anti Royal, guess he's going to give up his knighthood 🤔🤔🤔
Not! He must be related to Megan Markle, on that note😂.
Just shows what a hypocrite he is.
Prime Ministers come and go.
Our monarchy is the bedrock of this beautiful country of ours.
So while it might be an expense the government might not like the Royal Family contribute far more to our economy than any government.
The government just take take take, ensure they are alright while they're at it.
You said it right, Neil. In times of jubilation and crisis, the Brits flock to Buckingham Palace for a sense of community, and they feel secure there, knowing the royal family is their reliable constant. They don't congregate at 10 Downing.
Starmer would prefer to spend the money putting illegal immigrants up in 5 star hotels.
Learned that from the USA..
We're in a mess over here.
Well said
And free healthcare (ahead of taxpaying citizens), handing out smart phones, etc.
Muy cierto.
I'd prefer we get rid of spongers on the UK tax payer - whether illegal economic migrants, lazy single-mothers using bastard kids from many different dads as her tickets to free money, or monarchy that do nothing or even set a bad example of family life, morals and do as much to defend the Christian Faith as Blair, Sunak, Starmer did to defend our borders!
Kier should be boycotted in my opinion
He needs to be voted out
@@marciacoe4610 I never voted this horrible person in. Pray our lord protects us all against the dark ones.The Royal family are tourist attraction, but wish the king would speak up for our faith and his country,it makes me sad that he doesn't and we are alone ,as some clergy also refuses our lords teachings.
@@marciacoe4610hopefully he won't last the term
The British people should have taken more notice of the Austra
Ian Labor government and the destruction of our country since they were elected in 2022
I guarantee there would have been a different outcome
@@thorpsewinglessons5913 Only about 30% of people did vote him in. I note that their avowed aim to being in proportional representation wasn't mentioned in the King's Speech.
If the labour government does not wish to refurbish the palace who is going to do it? It doesn’t belong to the king , it belongs to the country. Would they prefer to sell it? Or would they prefer to let it become a ruin? There is only one way to finance it publicly and that is too charge for tours!
Perhaps he would like to turn it over the illegal migrants and they can use it to store all the stolen goods
The King should pass the buck to Mr Starmer to make the decision, maybe one of the worlds billionaires would buy it and use it as their companies head office. Then at least Mr Starmer could go down in history as the person who sold the palace, mind you, it would not top Mr Blair that helped kill a million people.
I am sure there are plenty of Labour MPs who would like to use it to house immigrants and turn it into a ghetto.
This whole matter is due to the politics of envy. These socialists feel entitled to degrade our country and way of life in order to virtue signal - but without giving up their own wealth and status. Orwell's Animal Farm should be made compulsory reading.
I can patiently wait for the first bye election. That's when the fun will start. 🇬🇧🏴🏴🏴
Don't you just love an anti monarchist who accepted and uses the title received from the monarchy (not).
Hypocrites one and all. Our deputy PM and some in the new government are certainly some of the 'reds under the bed' as we used to say in years past. (ie leaning towards their version of communism - take from everyone and take a slice for myself in the meantime) OR "I'm alright Jack, pull up the ladder" mentality.
Yet Starmer will continue to pay £6,000,000 a day to his much loved Illegal immigrants, stop paying this money out to spongers and Buck house will be sorted .
👏👏👏 Steven potter.
You would think Starmer and KC3 would love each other since they are such advocates of a culturally diverse UK. £6 million for illegal immigrants? That could pay everyone's heating bills or improve NHS.
This American says he does not!! Just as our presidents can’t change anything to our Constitution.
The Labour Government needs to rethink. They need to realise just how many billions the Monarchy and our historic buildings raise through tourism- people don’t travel here to see and listen to the likes of our so called politicians! They come and go unlike our beloved Monarchy!
Starmer and Co should revisit what they are costing the public and live off the national minimum wage, their expenses are too high.
Does Kier Starmer just want more money for a slush fund? Asking for an American.
Well done to all that voted Labour. LOOK AT THE MESS WE WILL END UP IN WITH STARMER AND HIS CRONIES
What's wrong with giving Buckingham Palace a refresh. Wouldn't that be good for tourism?
Buckingham Palace: NO he is not right to question the money being spent; it's being spent on the Nation's behalf.
To preserve the building for the Nation's show piece heritage.
The Americans wouldn't discard, sell, or demean the WHITE HOUSE!
JUSTMY OPINION!
If the historical sites are not kept, tourism will die out.
I like having the monarchy. We don't need a president!!!!!
The Palace earns and will continue to earn revenue as it is a mecca for tourism in London. At least you can get close to it and even have a look around inside it. Whilst 10 Downing St is like a fortress, with little or no chance of even being in the street.
Buckingham Palace is the residence of the UK Head of State, it is used extensively for national and international gatherings and meetings, it must ALWAYS be in the best condition possible, regardless of who is in residence or not.
Look after our country first, then when it’s sorted we can help other countries.
Good day Neil😊that’s a nice area, I love that you share London with us. Thank you
It's good to see other people in other countries feel the same way we, here in the U.S. feel about immigration!
I thought he was being sarcastic when he said to Starmer you must be on your knees😂😂😂
@@lorrainemcgregor1759 Doh! of course he was.
What the government is spending on rubbish could be used. Leave our Royals alone
Perhaps Keir Starmar would like to live in one of Angela Rayner's council houses.
Her Majesty was the very best! 😊
I would rather money be spent on Buckingham Palace than asylum seekers.
Has Larry met Starmer? I want Larry to be secure in his environment.
Here here 👏👏👏
I suspect Larry is going to disappear.
If Larry disappears then Starmer disappears, simple.
Leave OUR Larry in his home: 10 Downing Street and kick out Starmer.
The PM was elected simply because the people got fed up with the mess the Conservatives got us into, but it doesn't mean he was elected because he is liked.
Let's pray that His Majesty will charm the knight of the realm PM, in much the same way that her late majesty charmed Blair.
As for the first woman chancellor, now I can see where she's going to get all this dosh for higher than inflation pay rises.
As for national monuments, that’s what they are. Spend to keep them, as we have paid for the upkeep of the Palace of Westminster!
I love it. When you say "Sir Keir", I think about an anti-monarchist using the title given to him by our late monarch Elizabeth II. A bit hypocritical
Sounds like PM is doing another past PM who took away the late queens pride and joy
If Starmer would prefer a Republic he needs to return his Knighthood. You can't have it both ways! He's just another Champagne Socialist.
Giving millions to france has not helped so what makes kier think these people will stay home and work when they can come here.
I don't believe that the King snd Camilla should be forced to live somewhere that they don't regard as home. Buckingham Palace is let out more now to the public, it's a tourist attraction. Much more money has been spent elsewhere and much of this is not justifiable to the people so no, leave the King be in his Clarence House
Neil, do you ever take a day off?
Right? And he pumps out 6 to 7 videos a day!
I love the fact that the videos are short, and deal with particular topics, so one can pick and choose what to watch.
He's not right. As you said, it's a national monument.
Buckingham Palace and Windsor castle hold so much history of England 🇬🇧 now and of the past. I think the King or Queen of England should live in either one. I'm from America, USA and that's my opinion.
In my country, we have State and Government buildings, but no-one lives there, they are offices.
Give the ROYAL FAMILY A NEW BRITANNIA that would be money well spent 👍🇦🇺💓💗💓 the jobs it would create in the building of it would be worth doing it.
Thank you Neil for sharing the sites, history & flowers. It’s like traveling from the comfort of home, without worrying about the pickpockets.
I very much admire Mr Sean's ability to create entertaining and informative videos 'on the hoof' in this way . . . . to just stand on the pavement and speak lucidly to camera.
In these dark and troubled times I also find his old school charm and good manners very reassuring and uplifting 🤗
As ever, 👋 Neil.
East Coast 🇺🇸.
We miss Queen Elizabeth. So open the palace up for tours to pay the taxpayers back.
Buckingham Palace is the seat of government, a symbol of the UK... of course the public should pay to preserve it and Yes, the King & Queen should reside there.
Buckingham Palace is not the seat of government in the UK. . The monarch does not govern, the monarch reigns and is therefire a titular head of state. The Monarchy has no governing power and is quite separate from government. The seat of government is the Houses of Parliament (that ancient building that has that tall big tower at one end, which has huge clock faces, and which is called Big Ben). The UK has a government, elected by the people. The term of office is 5 years. - unless something untoward happens which results in an election being called before the end of the 5 year tenure. I'm guessing you're not UK?
I should add - Buckingham Palace is state owned, it does not belong to the RF . It is used for state official occasions. The monarch usually lives in it (as did the late Queen). It is currently undergoing extensive renovation so the King and Queen are currently living in Clarence House. Clarence House is part of the St James Palace complex. .
@@user-iq3mp5zo8z I should say the "Symbolic Seat" of government. It's not where government takes place but it's government owned and government functions take place there, as well as Ceremonial & Traditional events. The Monarch should live there.
@user-iq3mp5zo8z it isn't state owned it's owned by the crown you're wrong.
Buckingham Palace is thought to contain one of the largest and most valuable art collections in the world, including the largest collection of Van Gogh paintings - yet it’s all hidden away. The palace has the potential in a republic to become a world class museum and gallery open all year round.
Starmer might consider addressing how incredibly expensive it is to restore many historic structures in the U.K. I suspect the government agencies which preside over restoration have little or no regard for how expenisive it is and have implemented policies which are meaningless and outrageously expensive for those who foot the bill.
A Trotsky and a monarch are never going to agree. Hands off the Palace prime minister !! You will only be around for a short time ,but our Royal family will be around long after you have retired !!
I don't know why the hell he was voted in!🙄
I will say that when travelled to England what made it interesting was the royal sites. ❤
The late Elizabeth found herself in a similar position after the fire at Windsor Castle and found a way to find the funds for its repair through the tours of certain parts of Buckingham Palace. Charles may need to take a page from his mother's book. A big 👋 from deep in the ❤ of Texas and Cheers y'all 😊
Well thanks "y'all" for your knowledge and "y'all" educated thought's on OUR KING "y'all" SOOOOO enlightening, KING Charles would never have thought of that without "y'all" suggestion. How we've managed for over a thousand years without "y'all" I do not know. BYE "YALL" 🇬🇧🏴
@@rosieposie6521Thats just rude, just the way to stop people coming to visit this country! So sorry Linda🇬🇧
@@valetta202 It's ok. I'm used to exceptionally rude people who adore Meghan Markle would you believe. Cheers and thank you. 👋🦋
I too am sorry abot tge rude response to your comment. Tgerewas no need for it.
What you are suggesting has already happened several decades ago: the State Apartments in Buckingham Palace were opened up to the public for the first time just after the Windsor fire to help pay for the Windsor Castle restoration and have remained open to visitors during the summer periods when not in use. I should imagine that, if tge King and Queen decide to remain living at Clarence House as their predecessors King William IV and Queen Adelaide did in the 1830s, the sovereign's private apartments in the north wing might be opened up too. The King has already recently opened up rooms in Balmoral Castle which he intends to vacate on a permanent basis as he stays at Birkhall, another property on the estate.
Unlike the Balmoral and Sandringham estates, Highgrove House and a few other residences in various parts of the UK, the royal palaces (Windsor, Buckingham Palace, Hillsborough Castle and Holyroodhouse) are not the King's private property and belong to the State.
As you say Neil, Buckingham Palace is a national monument and must be maintained. If Sir Keir is serious about saving money, he could start by sacking all the DEI hires in the public service.
I would think that Kier would be supporting the monarchy. Regardless of cost of refurbishment it in the long runs puts all kinds of money in the coffers, without the King and Queen having to live there.
Starmer is a republican. Always has been and always will be.
Buckingham Palace is one of THE few most famous landmarks in the World.
Am sure when completed it will make its money back 1000 times over.
That a man, who has been knighted, should question its prominence is a DISGRACE
💚🦋💚Thanks Neil! 👍👋🌷👑🌹
Yes, Thanks, Neil, for bringing these topics and news to the wider audience. 🦘❤🧡💚
Hello Neil 😊 It's not going well over here politically either! Biden dropped out and endorsed Harris. I'm really scared about the future over here 😞
They have a very beautiful, comfortable, nearby, London home, they're getting on in years, and I can well understand their preference.
All the taxes and no money left? Where did all that money go? How much do PM's make? How much has been given away to foreign countries? Where is the money?
I'm in the US trying to understand the UK government - appreciate your videos! I hope we all get the governments we deserve one day. They both seem lacking at the moment.
Please look into how the labour government is looking at every way to change and remove money from organisations such as the Crown Estates. The money from the crown estates pays for the upkeep of Buckingham Palace it is not from PAYA, VAT or Business rates. I would also like you to look into changes planned for the crown estate. The taxpayer spent millions on 10 Downing street more than once in the last 100 years so why the fuss being made which was agreed by Parliament and is for us the people of the UK.
To clarify the expense of BP is coming from the Crown Estate investments. I believe they’re taking from 5-10% of the income and allocating it to refurbishment. So it’s only coming from the public purse in the sense it’s monies not being given to the government to spend. BP is used for state affairs, housing government officials and visiting officials. The work being done will benefit the government in terms of tours, events and housing people whether or not the King occasionally stays there. We currently have to put visiting foreign dignitaries and diplomats as well as our own officials up at hotels because BP is unavailable. There were also people who refused to stay there because it was so cold and had poor electricity and WiFi.
I was a monarchist until Charles gave his speech at the WEF.
Hi neil thankyou as always for shareing godbless you sir❤😊🎉 🇬🇧 🇬🇧 🇬🇧 😊
Since when did any prime minister tell the King where to live . I do hope told Keir where to go in very strong language. I think he came in to power by lying to the British people and is back tracking already on the things he promised parliament would do
Buckingham Palace belongs to the nation. It is much better as a Museum and site for State Events than as a residence for any family in the Internet Age. The British people can certainly afford the restoration and maintenance of Buckingham Palace, an iconic edifice that in many ways embodies the British State much more concisely, in visual terms, than rather dreary Nº10. The Present is a product of All of Human History, and British history encompasses everything from Stonehenge to the British Museum to Leicester Square. It is incumbent upon advanced societies to showcase, encourage and teach Respect for History to their successors. The Monarch should certainly be allowed to live wherever he or she prefers! It's a difficult full-time job that often even robs them of their sleep. They cannot, as you or I can, choose their own bedtime or wake-up time, or even the city they are going to wake up in, on any given morning. Already, the Royal yacht Britannia was taken away from the Monarchy! Don't start being cheapskates over Buckingham Palace, that obviously also creates jobs and stimulates the economy, as well as bringing in revenue from tourism. After all, the Windsor-Mountbatten (Saxe-Coburg-Gotha) Dynasty is merely this particular generation of the Hannoverian Dynasty. And there may be some future dynasty you have no inkling of yet! (No, not Meg's!!!!) Whereupon Buckingham Palace will become their responsibility - and thus the claim that the British Royal Family, or the Crown Estate, should be the sole managing funder& landlord of Buckingham Palace and its gardens is completely misguided. It is part of the National Patrimony. Chip in, and be gracious about it.
Bless your heart! Be so very careful out & about. 👋👋👋
My U.S.A and your U.K. certainly have a lot going on politically. I hope that your new Prime Minister is capable of putting what the majority of the people want, over what he wants. Our current President couldn't seem to do that.
No. He should be looking to save money on immigration not the British people or the monarch
It's hard to imagine how Parliament doesn't see the value to the country and the neighborhood of keeping up a building. Doesn't London have a historical society to weigh in? Haven't any of these people been home owners? Aren't they aware of how much this palace needed updating? It doesn't seem as if they're using common sense. I don't understand why the King and Queen have to live in it for it to be "worth it."
I love waving back at you, Neil! ♥️♥️♥️
I am disgusted at the immigration problem and race riots. I don't plan to visit anytime soon. Sadly.
As for the government, one that does not subscribe to the WEF /DAVOS agenda.
Its a Two way street. Tourism is a billion ££ plus earner for the country, add on the exorbitant much needed funds raised for charities driven by the RF.
I think, in my humble opinion, that it's even bigger than that. Britain has a certain standing in the world and I'm not sure that would be the same without the Monarchy.
Meghan would move into Buck Palace in a heartbeat 😂😂😂😂
If they live in Buckingham palace, then people will complain about upkeep of the other palaces.
People want a monarchy, but they want them to live without expenditure and get upset when they have more than the average person. That's part and parcel with being royal!
People forget how important their centuries old legacy, history and tradition is and also forget how much they bring in in tourism.
If Buckingham palace is run down, people won't be as interested, and it's a heritage building and therefore needs to be kept up.
As for no one wanting to live there, i think it's mainly because it's in the middle of the city, and all the royals love the countryside. I can understand that. It's also not particularly private.
People also forget they are using it, their offices are there, and many parties, banquets, celebrations etc are held there.
Would the PM rather allow the BP to slowly go to ruins and not undertake any repairs or renovations, just because the members of the monarchy would not wish to live there? Will that be what he will propose the parliament to vote on as the alternative?
As an American, I’m very disgruntled over this new Prime Minister giving your wonderful King such aggravation. Doesn’t Keir have any respect for his own culture? I’m so disappointed. The King’s needs & desires should be considered by Keir.
I really enjoy your videos. So nice to see London and other areas of GB. Beautiful flowers and countryside. Some day I hope to visit.
Waving from Midwest in US.