I know they once had all the power, but is the parliamentary government in full control now, or can the royals actually affect politics, administration, and control over the country?
Edit: Thank all of you so much for taking the time to answer. This includes all of you with theories of power behind the curtains. It’s actually quite fascinating, and I am still combing through comments.
A very special thanks goes out to all the people that have “politely” corrected my use of the word, “England”. I would remind you that questions are for the point of learning. I appreciate your contribution.
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Well, all laws require the approval of the monarch, in the modern world they would never interfere with this directly or it’d be the end for them without a doubt. However, the King is kept updated on issues pertaining to the country in a weekly meeting with the Prime Minister, where the monarch is allowed to “Advise or Warn” the prime minister on the things they are briefed on. I don’t know quite how much sway this has, it probably depends on both the prime minister and the monarch. For example, I can imagine the Queen, given her age and perspective on public service probably was listened to in some way by prime ministers gone by, but I personally suspect Charles’ opinions are broadly ignored, especially when remember his very pro-Blair sentiments that were closed in some of his letters.
TL;DR, they effectively fill an advisory role.
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