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# TITLE: Should we keep the monarchy? [20c127f8d6762b9634462aadfcb21839]
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# PUBLICATION DATE: 2025-10-12
# MODIFICATION DATE: 2025-10-12
# NUMBER ALTERNATIVES: 4
# NUMBER VOTERS: 5
# NUMBER UNIQUE ORDERS: 5
# ALTERNATIVE NAME 1: Statement 1 - In general, the group was in favour of keeping the monarchy, but with some changes to the current system. The group felt that the monarchy is an important part of British culture and is an integral part of the country. However, the group felt that the monarchy is in need of some changes, as it is currently not as effective as it should be. The group felt that the monarchy should be given less power and more of a ceremonial role, as the monarchy currently seems to be too powerful and not in line with British values. The group felt that this is something that can be done by the government and that this would be beneficial for the country.
# ALTERNATIVE NAME 2: Statement 2 - No, the monarchy should not be kept. The group felt that the monarchy does not serve any purpose in today's society, and is an outdated concept. The group felt that the monarchy has caused controversy for a long time and the way that the monarchy functions is outdated and should be changed. The group felt that it was unfair that the royal family receive so much money, when they do not really contribute to society. The group felt that the royal family are an example of elitism and that this is not something that should be celebrated in society. The group felt that the royal family are an example of elitism and that this is not something that should be celebrated in society.
# ALTERNATIVE NAME 3: Statement 3 - Although the Monarchy has been in existence for many years, the role of the monarch is outdated. The people of the United Kingdom would be better served by an elected head of state. The role of the Monarch is to represent the country, yet they have been involved in scandals that do not represent the values of the country.  The Monarch also has a large amount of power and this should be transferred to the government, where it can be better used to benefit the country.  The country would be better served by an elected head of state, who would have been voted in by the people and who would be more representative of the values of the country.
# ALTERNATIVE NAME 4: Statement 4 - In general, the participants were opposed to the idea of keeping the monarchy. Most of the participants believed that the monarchy has been outdated and it has no place in today's world. The monarchy has been able to maintain their traditions and culture which is not in the best interests of the society. The participants were also of the view that the monarchy has not been able to benefit the people in any way. However, the participants were of the view that the monarchy has been able to bring millions of pounds to the country from tourism and they are something that the British are proud of. The participants were of the view that the monarchy is a great institution that has helped to preserve the traditions and culture of the country. The participants were of the view that the monarchy has not been able to infringe on people's basic rights and the monarchy has not been able to pose a sign of dictatorship.
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