DCI Frank Burnside 3,887 Posted February 23, 2021 8 minutes ago, RoverAndOut said: I don't think so...? If we're talking Andy then it's nothing to do with him. It looks like what will happen is the Dukedom of Edinburgh will pass to Philip's eldest son, Charles, then when Charles becomes King, the title is the King's to hand to whoever he likes. So Edward would "inherit" it but it would be a new creation. Thing is, given it's a decent chance there'll be at least 3-5 years before Charles gets the throne, I wonder if there's another way to expedite the process, such as the Queen withdrawing the title from Charles and giving it to Edward? Titlewise Duke of York would be on a par with Duke of Edinburgh I'd have thought. So all certain issues aside it probably wouldn't be any sort of a significant upgrade in title for Andy anyway Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Windsor 2,233 Posted February 23, 2021 18 minutes ago, DCI Frank Burnside said: Titlewise Duke of York would be on a par with Duke of Edinburgh I'd have thought. So all certain issues aside it probably wouldn't be any sort of a significant upgrade in title for Andy anyway He's not entitled to any more titles when his father goes, As suggested when Philip goes his tiles will be inherited by Charles but never used. Charles becomes King, all his titles merge with the Crown. They can then be dished out as appropriate. Prince Edward is said to be in line for the Duke of Edinburgh title, as evidenced by his interest in the Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DCI Frank Burnside 3,887 Posted February 23, 2021 IIRC Charlotte would technically be in line to become Princess Royal when Anne snuffs it but it's not a right. Would be down to her Dad when he takes the throne Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Windsor 2,233 Posted February 23, 2021 4 minutes ago, DCI Frank Burnside said: IIRC Charlotte would technically be in line to become Princess Royal when Anne snuffs it but it's not a right. Would be down to her Dad when he takes the throne I think the current Princess Royal would also need to be dead. The title is for life and doesn't cancel when their parent dies. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Toast 16,146 Posted February 23, 2021 38 minutes ago, RoverAndOut said: I don't think so...? If we're talking Andy then it's nothing to do with him. It looks like what will happen is the Dukedom of Edinburgh will pass to Philip's eldest son, Charles, then when Charles becomes King, the title is the King's to hand to whoever he likes. So Edward would "inherit" it but it would be a new creation. Thing is, given it's a decent chance there'll be at least 3-5 years before Charles gets the throne, I wonder if there's another way to expedite the process, such as the Queen withdrawing the title from Charles and giving it to Edward? Yes, I was wondering if the Queen might do something. But on reflection, if as is likely Philip dies before her, she'd probably prefer to leave it for Charles to deal with. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DCI Frank Burnside 3,887 Posted February 23, 2021 3 minutes ago, Windsor said: I think the current Princess Royal would also need to be dead. The title is for life and doesn't cancel when their parent dies. Yep. I mentioned that in the original post Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Windsor 2,233 Posted February 23, 2021 4 minutes ago, DCI Frank Burnside said: Yep. I mentioned that in the original post I think you mentioned it in the original post. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
maryportfuncity 10,652 Posted February 23, 2021 Re the debate above - the title of Nonce of Edinburgh is currently vacant since the death of former Bay City Rollers manager Tam Paton, just sayin' 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RoverAndOut 4,746 Posted February 23, 2021 18 minutes ago, Toast said: Yes, I was wondering if the Queen might do something. But on reflection, if as is likely Philip dies before her, she'd probably prefer to leave it for Charles to deal with. Perhaps, but given it was always the plan I think the Queen would quite like to pass the title on to Edward in Phil's memory before she goes, and also make sure her baby boy is at the same level as her others before she goes. Still, let's give the D of E a chance to pop off first eh? Oh, and for the record, following today's announcement I still suspect he'll get out this time, but it's undoubtedly a sign that the end is not that far away now. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Windsor 2,233 Posted February 23, 2021 12 minutes ago, RoverAndOut said: Oh, and for the record, following today's announcement I still suspect he'll get out this time, but it's undoubtedly a sign that the end is not that far away now. The fact that he is 99 going on 100 should've possibly given you a clue to that... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
En Passant 3,741 Posted February 23, 2021 28 minutes ago, maryportfuncity said: Re the debate above - the title of Nonce of Edinburgh is currently vacant since the death of former Bay City Rollers manager Tam Paton, just sayin' May have posted this before in some thread, don't care, there's room for a little more levity in 20 pages of conjecture. 2 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RoverAndOut 4,746 Posted February 23, 2021 39 minutes ago, Windsor said: The fact that he is 99 going on 100 should've possibly given you a clue to that... Suppose that depends on your definition of "not far away now". A year or two ago, 103-105 wasn't impossible, quite a while when you're in your late 90s. Now, 100 looks the high watermark. But bravo on the pedantry. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
YouOnlyDieOnce 89 Posted February 24, 2021 This old coot is becoming a champion coffin dodger. Will we reach 200 pages before he goes? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dead Wait 1,148 Posted February 24, 2021 1 minute ago, YouOnlyDieOnce said: This old coot is becoming a champion coffin dodger. Will we reach 200 pages before he goes? Based on 20 pages filled for one visitor during a hospital stint he’d only need another 4 visitors to get to 200 pages! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
maryportfuncity 10,652 Posted February 24, 2021 1 hour ago, Dead Wait said: Based on 20 pages filled for one visitor during a hospital stint he’d only need another 4 visitors to get to 200 pages! Aw, now we're talking - genuine tension injected into a predictable thread. Seriously, haven't a fuckin' clue on that 200 page nail-biter whilst he still has a heartbeat. I say he WILL make that (and it'll be omitted from the broadsheet obits ) 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ECG 32 Posted February 25, 2021 2 minutes ago, Alex said: Any news? I just came here after having the same thought. I've not heard of any more news, and it doesn't look like there's been any other visitors, so... who knows. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
arghton 6,755 Posted February 25, 2021 I heard there's been an interview with Prince Edward or something. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ECG 32 Posted February 25, 2021 3 minutes ago, arghton said: I heard there's been an interview with Prince Edward or something. I'd forgotten about that. TBF, there wasn't much too it. Pretty much all he said was that Philip was "a lot better". Still keeping somewhat quiet about how he's doing (which is fair enough). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Old Crem 3,608 Posted February 25, 2021 There is a 10pm Embargo tonight but it's not Philip related as it's been said by a BBC journalist to be not be bad news. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JQW 283 Posted February 25, 2021 If it's the one I think it is it's just a dull sport interview. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deathisallaround 21 Posted February 25, 2021 9 minutes ago, JQW said: If it's the one I think it is it's just a dull sport interview. Why is there an embargo on it? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Old Crem 3,608 Posted February 25, 2021 3 minutes ago, deathisallaround said: Why is there an embargo on it? Doubt it as when does sport news make most of the front pages. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DCI Frank Burnside 3,887 Posted February 25, 2021 Bet it's Going to be something fucking stupid Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bentrovato 1,088 Posted February 25, 2021 He has admitted in his last breath that he loved Diana, coveted her, and had to kill her because if he could not have her then no other man could. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
