Are you 73 years old, totally motivated and have been waiting your whole life for that one special job?
Have you been ready for your big opportunity for years and are truly fed-up of people telling you that ‘you’re just not ready’ or ‘just be patient’?
King not good enough for you? Ok, maybe it’s just not your thing… but, just for one moment, put yourself in that situation and imagine you have no choice and now need to:
- be the ultimate hype-person for the kingdom, constantly boosting morale and making people feel good about themselves.
- be coronated and anointed (with oil from a golden ampulla and spoon) in front of an audience of millions – and know how to wear a crown, sceptre and the rest of the royal regalia.
- have the ability to give rousing speeches and tell hilarious jokes at all hours.
- get involved in helping out with handling national crises and emergencies.
- represent the country at international events and meeting with foreign leaders.
- deal with delicate and difficult family issues under intense media scrutiny.
- manage a busy, physically, and mentally demanding, schedule of public appearances.
- keep up with technological advancements and social media.
- promote British interests and influence abroad.
- best of all… always take your partner to work with you.
If you’re not sure you could handle it, then perhaps you might be persuaded by:
- the Sovereign Grant – an annual allowance from the government funded by a percentage of profits from the crown.
- the Privy Purse – the personal income of the monarch derived from the Duchy of Lancaster (a portfolio of land, property, and investments).
- Royal Residences – including Buckingham Palace, Windsor Castle, and the Palace of Holyrood house, which are all maintained and staffed by the government.
- Gifts and Privileges – such as state gifts from foreign governments, free use of the Royal Train and Royal Flight, and the ability to confer honours and titles.
Whatever you think, it will be worth watching live this coming Saturday at 12:00 (CET)!
The BBC has a good overview to help you understand what happens:
https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-65342840
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