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(Figure) head of State?

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Support for the monarchy
Many iVillagers expressed support for the Queen, although in the words of one iVillager: 'So many issues are decided by how ghastly the alternative is in comparison.' Many posters weren't so much in support of the monarchy as they were against the idea of a republic.

  • Says Tollysmum: 'The Queen is a reassuringly permanent person and a symbol. Republicanism in the UK always seems so grumpy and personal - I have never come across a republican burning with a passion to elect a president, or even one who had a good suggestion for an alternative head of state. Republicans can only think of being rude and unpleasant about people they have never met and know nothing about. Let the Queen be. She does what she does pretty well on the whole.'

  • 'After the Jubilee celebrations I think the Queen should abdicate and let Charlie get on with the job of restoring the Royal Family's public image. Tony Blair needs putting in his place 'cuz he's too arrogant as it is. The last thing we need is a republic.' Mikeyboy

  • 'One of the reasons we will continue to have a monarchy for a long time is because people view the rabid republicanism with distrust. The anti-monarchy faction's insults and dismissals of other people's views will ensure the Royal Family continue to long reign o'er us,' says Taneily.

    American views
    Even our transatlantic cousins have something to say about the British monarchy.

    '225 years and counting without a monarch, and this republic looks longingly for the pageantry and solemnity that such an institution would provide,' says Getmail02

    The final word goes to one British fan: 'They [the Royal Family] bring a lot of visitors here and no doubt there is still a positive contribution to the overall economy. I do not object to supporting the [monarchy] as an institution. In some respects they have the freedom to say things that get into print because of who they are and to that extent they can act as the voice of the people.'Dabchick

    So, what do you think? Are they the voice of the people? Have your say on this and other topics on our Great Debates message board. Take a look at some of the LIVE discussions happening right now on the board:

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