Brad252 821 Posted February 5 2 minutes ago, Commtech Sio Bibble said: Millions spent on that bloody coronation for this On the bright side 2 more Bank Holidays to look forward to. 6 19 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
prussianblue 1,066 Posted February 5 Bit of a shock. Unlikely to be a lifestyle-related lung cancer like his grandfather at least. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BonScott 122 Posted February 5 If it was discovered during a prostate procedure, glove up the ass? It would suggest colon or bladder cancer Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sly Ronnie 913 Posted February 5 Maybe this guy was onto something after all? 3 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Comped 534 Posted February 5 BBC is saying Harry is traveling to the UK to meet with his father... We all know what happened the last time he traveled unexpectedly back home! 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
drunkasaskunk 197 Posted February 5 If he gets anywhere near to death's door I hope he pulls through it. Can we get Liz Truss to pay him a visit? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Commtech Sio Bibble 2,102 Posted February 5 I fear that this thread may now go down the same road as Jimmy Carter's, MyMango is already dealing out negative reactions like they're going out of fashion. 2 6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ladyfiona 2,653 Posted February 5 My dad, cousin and my dad's best friend all got diagnosed prostate cancer during a routine check up. They all lived and my dad did a london to brighton cycle ride 6 weeks after getting his prostate removed. Edit - Apparently not prostate cancer but lets not start giving him the last rights anytime soon. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Comped 534 Posted February 5 His funeral plan is apparently called Operation Menai Bridge - though we don't know what Camilla's is. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cerberus 304 Posted February 5 27 minutes ago, Ulitzer95 said: Yikes! Well, he's never come across as a particularly healthy specimen. Statement says he's stepping back from duties. He really should just abdicate and allow William to take over. Abdication is not something that can just be done on a whim. It's a huge process that involves Parliament and all the Commonwealth territories. I'm sure that William, with three young children, isn't exactly desperate to be King. If the King becomes very ill there may be a regency, but that'll be it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Joe Hudson 4 Posted February 5 4 minutes ago, Comped said: His funeral plan is apparently called Operation Menai Bridge - though we don't know what Camilla's is. surely that's changed now he's king edit: no your right Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Commtech Sio Bibble 2,102 Posted February 5 4 minutes ago, Comped said: His funeral plan is apparently called Operation Menai Bridge - though we don't know what Camilla's is. How about Operation Alma's Bridge? 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sod's Law 468 Posted February 5 1 minute ago, Joe Hudson said: surely that's changed now he's king Operation Gateshead Swing Bridge? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Slackhurst Broadcasting 376 Posted February 5 30 minutes ago, Ulitzer95 said: Statement says he's stepping back from duties. He really should just abdicate and allow William to take over. He'll never abdicate. People seem not to realise that Edward VIII's abdication was a disgrace. What could happen is that William became Prince Regent, i.e. a sort of caretaker king. But I don't think they'd do that if Charles was terminally ill. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Joe Hudson 4 Posted February 5 Just now, Sod's Law said: Operation Gateshead Swing Bridge? tbh I was thinking more along lines of big ben Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sod's Law 468 Posted February 5 I'll echo what others have said that he won't abdicate. People forget that he's not the monarch of only one country like Juan Carlos or Queen Margrethe were. It's too many different parliaments and legal systems that will have to sanction it. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
openviews 334 Posted February 5 Camillas ciggies possibly doing more damage to British democracy than Al-Qaeda ever managed. Hope George is ready to step up if anything happens to William. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Old Crem 3,628 Posted February 5 1 minute ago, Sod's Law said: I'll echo what others have said that he won't abdicate. People forget that he's not the monarch of only one country like Juan Carlos or Queen Margrethe were. It's too many different parliaments and legal systems that will have to sanction it. And opening up legal debates on the monarchy across the commonwealth is not something desired, Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sod's Law 468 Posted February 5 Prince Harry has apparently spoken with the king and is due to visit him in the next few days. Might want to watch the 'gift basket' Meghan's packed for him... 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cerberus 304 Posted February 5 There's been nothing else on BBC News for the last hour. Anyone would think the man was on his deathbed. All the same, I like him, and I know many people live for years with cancer (of all types). No reason why he shouldn't have a few more years yet. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sly Ronnie 913 Posted February 5 20 minutes ago, Joe Hudson said: surely that's changed now he's king edit: no your right Yep. Too much red tape to change it. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
drunkasaskunk 197 Posted February 5 24 minutes ago, Comped said: His funeral plan is apparently called Operation Menai Bridge - though we don't know what Camilla's is. Operation Taxpax Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ladyfiona 2,653 Posted February 5 Maybe i'm being a bit nonchalant because I work with two Urology oncology nurses and think it's not terminal (at least not within the next year). I've seen the patients they see and he looks much better than them. 10 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
