It wasn't about the monarchy Mark. It was about a welsh village losing their main employer. The wedding was just happening at the same time. I am with you about royalty. I know my royal history but only for quizzing purposes.
But why do we need a monarchy at all. It is all ceremony. do we need it. No. Do the majority want it No. Have you seen the grounds and gardens that Buck house takes up in central London. It's not worth millions, it's worth Billions.
Obviously we're all entitled to our own opinion, and as far as I'm aware there haven't been any polls published regarding the monarchy for quite some time. The last one I saw showed more than 60% in favour of a monarchy and about 15% not bothered either way.