King Charles has made a decision that's left many people surprised.

Despite persistent rumours to the contrary, the King has decided not to strip his brother Prince Andrew and son Prince Harry from their major royal roles as Counsellors of State.

Instead, Prince Edward and Princess Anne have been added to the post, expanding the options for his stand-in.

In a letter to the House of Lords, the King wrote: ‘To ensure continued efficiency of public business when I’m unavailable… I confirm that I would be most content should parliament see fit for the number of people who may be called upon to act as Counsellors of State… to be increased to include my sister and brother, the Princess Royal, and the Earl of Wessex and Forfar. Both of whom have previously undertaken this role.’

Princes Andrew and Harry aside, Queen Consort Camilla, Prince William, and Princess Beatrice are also Counsellors of State.

Prince Andrew (front left) and Prince Harry (back) will stay on as the King’s Counsellors of State. Credit: The Royal Family Channel

These officials are responsible for acting on behalf of the ruling monarch — in this case, King Charles — temporarily whenever the King or Queen is indisposed or abroad.

Under UK law, Counsellors of State appointees are the spouse of the ruling monarch and the next four people in the line of succession (over 21 years old).

Earlier this year there was talk of Princes Andrew and Harry being stripped of their roles considering their unique circumstances.

Prince Andrew gave up royal duties after being mired in a sex abuse scandal involving the notorious Jeffrey Epstein.

Prince Harry also stepped back from his responsibilities and relocated to the United States, where he currently lives with his family.

It is understood that since these princes are not ‘working royals’, there were concerns within the UK Parliament on whether or not they were fit to act as the King’s official representatives.

Princess Anne (left) and Prince Edward (right) have previously served as Counsellors of State. Credit: YouTube/@5NewsUK

Such concerns led to calls to amend the Regency Act, which is the law mandating appointments of Counsellors of State.

Stephen Benn, current Viscount Stansgate, earlier urged the House of Lords to act on changes to the law.

‘Are the Government happy to continue with a situation where the Counsels of State and regency powers may be exercised by the (Prince Andrew) or (Prince Harry), one of whom has left public life and the other of whom has left the country?’ he asked.

‘Is it not time for the Government to approach the King to see whether a sensible amendment can be made to this Act?’

Key Takeaways

• King Charles has added Prince Edward and Princess Anne as his Counsellors of State.
• Prince Andrew and Prince Harry, earlier rumoured to be stripped of their posts, are staying on as the King's stand-ins.
• There are concerns that the two princes are unable to perform their duties as Counsellors of State given their circumstances.
• However, the addition of the King's brother and sister as Counsellors has addressed the problem of a small pool of potential representatives somewhat.

With the recent addition of Prince Edward and Princess Anne, more people are expected to fill in for the King when he and the Queen Consort go abroad for their coronation tour in 2023.

What is your reaction to this story? Do you think that despite two new additions to the pool of counsellors, Princes Andrew and Harry should officially be removed?

Tell us your thoughts and opinions below!

Source: YouTube/@5NewsUK​

 

[Berrie23]

"sexual allegations against him that every knows to be true".

Everyone knows to be true? Oh really? You were there, were you? Don't speak for everyone please, just speak for yourself. What happened to "innocent until proven guilty"?

 

[Luckyus]

Let those who have not sinned, cast the first stone.

Well I havent had sex ual relations with children, and I haven't slagged off my family inpublic. I wonder does that ib any count?

 

[Luckyus]

Everyone knows to be true? Oh really? You were there, were you? Don't speak for everyone please, just speak for yourself. What happened to "innocent until proven guilty"?

For a start if I was innoccent I wouldn't be paying any funds, in the millions. I would fight the accussation in the court.

 

[Calan]

King Charles has made a decision that's left many people surprised.

Despite persistent rumours to the contrary, the King has decided not to strip his brother Prince Andrew and son Prince Harry from their major royal roles as Counsellors of State.

Instead, Prince Edward and Princess Anne have been added to the post, expanding the options for his stand-in.

In a letter to the House of Lords, the King wrote: ‘To ensure continued efficiency of public business when I’m unavailable… I confirm that I would be most content should parliament see fit for the number of people who may be called upon to act as Counsellors of State… to be increased to include my sister and brother, the Princess Royal, and the Earl of Wessex and Forfar. Both of whom have previously undertaken this role.’

Princes Andrew and Harry aside, Queen Consort Camilla, Prince William, and Princess Beatrice are also Counsellors of State.

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Prince Andrew (front left) and Prince Harry (back) will stay on as the King’s Counsellors of State. Credit: The Royal Family Channel

These officials are responsible for acting on behalf of the ruling monarch — in this case, King Charles — temporarily whenever the King or Queen is indisposed or abroad.

Under UK law, Counsellors of State appointees are the spouse of the ruling monarch and the next four people in the line of succession (over 21 years old).

Earlier this year there was talk of Princes Andrew and Harry being stripped of their roles considering their unique circumstances.

Prince Andrew gave up royal duties after being mired in a sex abuse scandal involving the notorious Jeffrey Epstein.

Prince Harry also stepped back from his responsibilities and relocated to the United States, where he currently lives with his family.

It is understood that since these princes are not ‘working royals’, there were concerns within the UK Parliament on whether or not they were fit to act as the King’s official representatives.

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Princess Anne (left) and Prince Edward (right) have previously served as Counsellors of State. Credit: YouTube/@5NewsUK

Such concerns led to calls to amend the Regency Act, which is the law mandating appointments of Counsellors of State.

Stephen Benn, current Viscount Stansgate, earlier urged the House of Lords to act on changes to the law.

‘Are the Government happy to continue with a situation where the Counsels of State and regency powers may be exercised by the (Prince Andrew) or (Prince Harry), one of whom has left public life and the other of whom has left the country?’ he asked.

‘Is it not time for the Government to approach the King to see whether a sensible amendment can be made to this Act?’

Key Takeaways

• King Charles has added Prince Edward and Princess Anne as his Counsellors of State.
• Prince Andrew and Prince Harry, earlier rumoured to be stripped of their posts, are staying on as the King's stand-ins.
• There are concerns that the two princes are unable to perform their duties as Counsellors of State given their circumstances.
• However, the addition of the King's brother and sister as Counsellors has addressed the problem of a small pool of potential representatives somewhat.

With the recent addition of Prince Edward and Princess Anne, more people are expected to fill in for the King when he and the Queen Consort go abroad for their coronation tour in 2023.

What is your reaction to this story? Do you think that despite two new additions to the pool of counsellors, Princes Andrew and Harry should officially be removed?

Tell us your thoughts and opinions below!

Source: YouTube/@5NewsUK​

Family is Family and it is great that the King recognizes this English sentiment: especially involving his immediate Family "forgive and forget".
I think that I could be forgiven for thinking that most people have done or said something in their youth/adolescence/immature or younger years that they regret immensely and lets face it, neither of these young lads at the time, committed hanging offenses.

 

[Calan]

Both Andrew & Harry should.be exiled. They have brought shame upon their families and should no longer be able to attend any of the Royal functions or Parades.
Who else thinks this ?

If everybody in England exiled members of their family who did or said something in their younger years, that they now regret, there would be no one left in the country including themselves, search your past and your "Holier than thou" attitude towards our King, if you do, perhaps you may find that you are being hypocritical. Our King is displaying the true attributes of a wise and forgiving King.

 

[Calan]

If everybody in England exiled members of their family who did or said something in their younger years, that they now regret, there would be no one left in the country including themselves, search your past and your "Holier than thou" attitude towards our King and his decision, if you do, perhaps you may find that you are being hypocritical. Our King is displaying the true attributes of a wise and forgiving King.

 

[Calan]

Family is Family and it is great that the King recognizes this English sentiment: "forgive and forget", especially involving his immediate Family.
I think that I could be forgiven for thinking that most people have done or said something in their youth/adolescence/immature or younger years that they regret immensely and lets face it, neither of these young lads at the time, committed hanging offenses.

Let he who has not sinned, cast the first stone.

 

[Jest]

can't go wrong with Anne and Edward. the best of the best.

 

[Jest]

You can't compare Harry to Andrew , Andrew is scum and involved in things like child sex slavery. All Harry has done is spoke out about his life and what goes on behind close doors.

Don't think the Royal family are innocent , they are far from it..

Were the female/females concerned tied up without their consent? Was Andrew still married or was he a free male?

 

[Jest]

If everybody in England exiled members of their family who did or said something in their younger years, that they now regret, there would be no one left in the country including themselves, search your past and your "Holier than thou" attitude towards our King and his decision, if you do, perhaps you may find that you are being hypocritical. Our King is displaying the true attributes of a wise and forgiving King.

what a great reply and thank you for it. The truth is often hard to swallow for some.

 

[Jest]

You can't compare Harry to Andrew , Andrew is scum and involved in things like child sex slavery. All Harry has done is spoke out about his life and what goes on behind close doors.

Don't think the Royal family are innocent , they are far from it..

have they said they were? two people can never be compared. Your remark is pious.

 

[Suzanne rose]

have they said they were? two people can never be compared. Your remark is pious.

I said they can't be compared

 

[Hollingworthlake]

Yes I do think they have both shown they are not worthy of representing their royal position. Harry doesn’t want to be hereby the looks of it and Andrew certainly hasn’t given us any reason to be proud of his heredity.

 

[elphy]

Epstein took every opportunity to compromise people with power. He took the same opportunity with Prince Andrew. The woman concerned was photographed with P.A. at her own request. She looked happy, he looked a little startled. People were quick to judge the man. He certainly lost stature, but does NOT appear to be criminal! I disagree with Suzanne rose who stated that "every one knows the sexual allegations against him to be true". Unless people were present in the same room, or had watched on a hidden camera, they would NOT know the truth.
Harry, on the other hand has shown himself to be greedy, grasping and psychologically unbalanced. He is/has been traitorous to family and country. At no time should he represent the monarchy. His removal as Counsellor of State is long overdue. If he returns to Britain, he should be alone.

 

[Luckyus]

Down to his vehement treachery against both the Monarchy ther King his father and to not only the Royal Family but thhe eople themselves? A treachery that never be for given and as derserves to be no more buth the owest form of Traitor. At the least Benedict Arnold a modicum of principles however miguided.