(CPOD) Nov. 28, 2003 – Many British citizens believe the media was right in not disclosing recent allegations concerning Prince Charles, according to a poll by You Gov published in the Daily Telegraph. 45 per cent of respondents say the assertions should not be made public, while 42 per cent disagree.
(CPOD) Nov. 28, 2003 – Many British citizens believe the media was right in not disclosing recent allegations concerning Prince Charles, according to a poll by You Gov published in the Daily Telegraph. 45 per cent of respondents say the assertions should not be made public, while 42 per cent disagree.
Accounts of an allegedly compromising incident involving Prince Charles and witnessed by a former royal valet have found their way into foreign newspapers and websites. A ban forbids British media outlets from openly publishing or discussing the story’s details.
Britons continue to assess whether Prince Charles should eventually become king. 45 per cent of respondents say the royal family should “skip a generation,” while 40 per cent disagree.
Polling Data
Do you think George Smith’s allegations of a sexual nature about the Prince of Wales should or should not have been published?
Should have been | 42% |
Should not have been | 45% |
Don’t know | 13% |
It is sometimes said that Prince Charles may be too old when he becomes King. In your view, should the Royal Family “skip a generation” with Prince William becoming King instead of Prince Charles?
Yes, they should | 45% |
No, they should not | 40% |
Don’t know | 15% |
