Secret Talks Begin: The Future of the Commonwealth
Listen, here's the scoop: The Commonwealth has quietly kicked off confidential discussions to figure out who might take the reins after Queen Elizabeth. Now, while Prince Charles is set to become King after his mother's passing, here's something many folks might not realize—being the head of the Commonwealth isn't a job that automatically passes down the royal line. It's not hereditary.
According to the BBC, a "high-level group" made up of seven seasoned former ministers from Commonwealth nations is meeting at the organization's London headquarters in Marlborough House. This isn’t just any meeting; it’s an all-day summit where they'll dive deep into some serious topics. Sources say that among the discussions will be what they're calling "wider governance considerations." But let’s be real—that's probably just a fancy way of saying they're talking about succession.
What's on the Table? The Succession Debate
One well-placed source shared, "I imagine the question of the succession, as uncomfortable as it may feel, will definitely come up." The group is going to weigh two options: should they hand-pick Prince Charles for the role, or do they need to create a formal process to ensure the British monarch automatically steps into the position? There's also been chatter about choosing a ceremonial leader entirely separate from the monarchy to boost the organization's democratic image.
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Options on the Table: The Throne or the Position?
A source close to the discussions added, "There are various ideas being tossed around. Should it always be the heir to the throne, or should it be Prince Charles himself? Is this about the person or the role?" When Queen Elizabeth was crowned in 1953, she was named the head of the Commonwealth. There’s no official process for selecting her successor, so this meeting could be pivotal in shaping the future of the organization.
Recently, the 91-year-old Queen opened up about her coronation in a documentary called The Coronation. She talked about riding in that grand, golden carriage from Westminster Abbey through the streets of London back to Buckingham Palace. Spoiler alert: it wasn’t all glitz and glamour. "Horrible," she said with a chuckle while watching footage of the event. "It’s only sprung on a lever. Not very comfortable," she noted. This documentary gave her a chance to reflect on her father’s coronation in 1937, King George VI. "I’ve seen one coronation, and been the recipient in the other, which is pretty remarkable," she said thoughtfully. "It’s sort of, I suppose, the beginning of one’s life really, as a sovereign."
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This post was written by Candice Mehta-Culjak. It originally appeared on our sister site, Now to Love.
