26 min

The King and his crown Being the King

    • Documentary

In this episode, Simon Heffer explores what it means for the King to be a constitutional monarch.
For decades we had a Prince of Wales who spoke his mind, notably on questions such as the environment, architecture and opportunities for young people. Now the only opinions he can voice in public are those of his Government. He appears to have adapted superbly: but might it sometimes be a struggle? And how can he assert his influence?
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In this episode, Simon Heffer explores what it means for the King to be a constitutional monarch.
For decades we had a Prince of Wales who spoke his mind, notably on questions such as the environment, architecture and opportunities for young people. Now the only opinions he can voice in public are those of his Government. He appears to have adapted superbly: but might it sometimes be a struggle? And how can he assert his influence?
Read more: www.telegraph.co.uk/beingtheking|
Get in touch: podcasts@telegraph.co.uk
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

26 min