Are the Royal Family a Luxury we can no Longer Afford?

Cheers rise from the jubilant crowd as the crowning arcminute weve e real been waiting for finally arrives. Thousands fill the Mall, craning their necks as faggot Elizabeth II steps out onto her balcony, offering a smile to her adoring subjects. mantled in her bedazzled hat, she surveys the scene a vast sea of British flags, harebrained in their support of sixty years on the throne, waving in time to a raucous rendition of God Save the Queen. It in all probability never entered anyones heads that the funding was taken from their taxes as they donned absurd red, innocence and blue creations in the name of patriotism.No one asked how some(prenominal) it was costing. Or who was nonrecreational for the whole shebang I wasnt bothered at the time either, nor the teach kids and workers, happy for a day off and an excuse to discoverer telly. Those who went to get word it in person couldnt even see the Queen properly, unless they were press against the gates of Buckingham Palace. If they could, they werent able to see each Swarovski crystal they had remunerative for on her outfit. Whilst she was living it up, waving to her subjects, I reckon she was trying to relate one nagging thought to the bear out of her mind.That by letting the orbit take the day off, good old Liz had set us back ?1. 2 billion. Im sure a recession is when a agricultural has no bills to spend, which explains the job losses and major cuts organism made. So where is this money coming from? As it turns out, the taxpayers have already paying(a) for staging the Jubilee concert, the crowd control and the enormous television screens so everyone could watch the event unfold from the Mall. They never asked if we wanted to fritter our taxes on such(prenominal) a frivolous event, as opposed to something that would benefit us, like, by chance, digging us out of recession.The day may have boosted public olfactory perception, but spirit wont pay the bills, especially in these times of specul ate austerity. The argument from those in charge was that the tourism generated would boost the economy. They sold the rights to the insurance coverage to over one hundred and forty countries around the world, hoping it would cover much of the cost, if non make a profit, which would go to the Diamond Jubilee Trust. The Trust is knowing to benefit countries in the Commonwealth, and deliver iconic projects that are a capable and enduring tribute to Her Majesty the Queen, according to their website.These include investments in areas such as sport for youths, helping the disabled, and protecting our countrys heritage. Whether or not the money was raised seems to be an undisclosed matter, perhaps a stark indication that the profit they originally anticipated wasnt reached. The fact that the Diamond Jubilee is being celebrated worldwide perhaps shows what a prominent figure the Queen is the whole world over. Maybe that has at rest(p) to her head, as it is no doubt her British loyali sts paying for the commuting and security for her.Why should we cough up so she can swan off to Timbuktu or the like? Perhaps shes caught onto the fact that her position isnt quite an what it used to be when the monarchy could order a criminal to be kill as easily as calling their maid for a transfuse of tea. Perhaps shes upset now that she has so few powers, withal handing out awards to heroes and celebrities. She even had a role in the James shackle sketch for the Olympics to boost her appeal.Its sad to see what antics the old well(p) has been reduced to just to gain public appreciation, but then again, perchance its time she paid attention and realised that her position doesnt have the same status it used to. When you tot up all dear Queenies accounts though, it turns out shes only got a miserable ?310 gazillion for herself, which must be a hideous hardship for the 86 year old. How she copes with only being 262nd on the Sunday Times blue List Ill never know. If you can t be the richest person in your own country then whats the point? all in all the tireless hours she devotes to us, the hard work she determines in and shes still not good turn one. Seems unfair, but wouldnt you work as hard if the abide by was a private jet to ferry you around the world, and a police squad of security to protect you. I would be more than happy to ordain in more effort if I was presented with such lavishness in return. hardly I think that, despite her obvious money troubles (?310 million of them ), its good she pays council tax. Paying her way in her own country is an honourable thing to do. She doesnt have to, but the point is, she chooses to.Im sure shed be willing to pay the full make out too, if the special rate arranged for her wasnt so appealing. ?1,375 for a palace, what a bargain Thats the same amount my parents pay for their three-bedroom house in Scotland. Something doesnt quite summarise up. Central London location, more bedrooms than I care to cou nt, and still paying less than most people in Britain. Probably less than some people hit hardest by poverty. But they dont mind, at least she pays it, right? Figures from the Queens accounts show that we each paid 52p towards the upkeep of the Royal Family last year.The money is from taxes, which I am sure are supposed to go towards racecourse vital public processs that will benefit us. Do the Queen and family fit that bill? I suppose they provide a service of sorts going out of their way to support charities and bulge out at authoritative events, showing the nation what wonderful leadership we have. Thats around ?35 million per year we pay to keep Her Maj though, which could pay for any number of things, from a better justice system to better medical look into to help save the lives of her people.Surely she can see (with or without her glasses) that our taxes could be put to better use. Although, itll soon be more than 52p were spending, with the wonderful promulgation of Kat e and Wills expecting their first child. Someone else to splash out on. Two private consultants at the prestigious King Edward VII hospital examined Kate after being admitted with hyperemesis gravidarum or acute morning sickness. It must have been very acute to endorsement two consultants, each on a salary of around ?125,000 a year.Surely, as professionals, it would have only taken one to confirm she was pregnant and it was causing her ill-health. All that attention and shes not even kin(predicate) to the Royals shes only married to the second-in-line. Perhaps its because this child, be it a boy or a girl, will one day be ruling our country. so again, if their spending keeps spiralling, there wont be much of a country to run. Maybe we can no long-lived afford the Royal family. Rather like Grans trump out china, theyre only brought out on special occasions to add some glamour.The rest of the time they sit on a very grand shelf gathering dust until they are needed again. Then th ey must be polished at great expense by us to make sure they are looking magnificent for their irregular appearances. Are the costs of storage and upkeep worth maintaining a traditionally nostalgic Britain on the rare instance that they are required to appear at an event? Cutting the budget for the Monarchy may need to be something that is considered soon, or else the Royals will find themselves out of the luxury they are so accustomed to.