Should Charles marry Camilla?
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Very weird. It seems to be the closest the palace can get to having their cake and eating it. I cannot think of a historical precedent to Princess Consort. I think Charles should allow the throne to go straight to William.
Victoria Gemmell, North Vanvouver, BC, Canada
Another nail in the coffin of the monarchy!
Mr PB Beecher, Sheffield, England
Let them marry, live in private... and for Charles to forego any ascendancy to the throne - for the sake of genuine moral decency of our constitution.
Jim Martin, Preston, Lancashire
They should have got married when they first met all those years ago - it would have saved everyone a lot of heartache.
Vickie Gazzard, Bristol, England
The announcement of The Prince of Wales and Mrs Parker Bowles intention to marry has gravely upset me. The idea of Camilla obtaining a title should not even be entertained. The law should be enforced and require Charles to abdicate. To add insult to injury the very idea of not being married in the Church of England is even more upsetting and embarrassing. The British Monarchy is the head of the Church. He can get married but he should abdicate. God Save the Queen. Long Live HRH Queen Elizabeth II.
Jordan, Montego Bay, Jamaica
I think they deserve happiness. There are many divorced and remarried people in today's society and no-one objects. I wish them every happiness in the years that lie ahead.
Lizzy, Ballymena, Co Antrim
They are already together so they may as well get married. If the princes can accept it then that is all that matters!
Rina
Yes, Prince Charles should go ahead and marry Camilla.
Chrispin A Kamkangadza, Lilongwe, Malawi
This is good news. Those who suppress desires only do so because theirs is weak enough to be suppressed. Their unwavering resolve during the years is testimony to their dedication to each other. They have been through a lot together and I am glad they have coped well. Whether you are a royalist or not, it is hard not to wish them luck. Remember they are humans just like any of us. Let us draw a line and move on. Best of luck Charles and Camilla. May God bless the wedding.
Torac, London
Congratulations to the couple - after 35 years of deep love they can finally be together. I would say it's rather hypocritical that people did not put down Diana and her string of romances (both during and after her marriage) and yet jump all over Charles who has only ever loved one woman - and was told he couldn't marry her as a young man.
Karen, Cambridge, UK
I have always been in favour of the monarchy, but unless Prince Charles gives up the throne in favour of Prince William I will no longer feel able to support the monarchy after the death of Queen Elizabeth II.
Janet Davies, Farnham, Surrey
Oh great, now someone else will be paid a living by the British public. The youth of the nation is sick of this royal family, and we're not looking forward to giving these people a good life.
Chris
I am perfectly relaxed that the Prince for whom I have high regard, and Mrs Parker Bowles should marry. Much stupid comment is made regarding her title on the Prince becoming King. Prince Philip who is the father of the next king, did not receive the title of King, but of Prince Consort. No-one objects to that. Mrs Parker Bowles is not the mother of Prince William and so could not be the Queen Mother on Charles' death. The title Princess Consort is, in my opinion, therefore, entirely appropriate and in order.
GCC Duncan, Bridge of Weir, Scotland
I have always had respect for the Prince as he has maintained discipline to be only with Camilla where he could have had several affairs. We wish them the best of all!
Aslam Zavahir, Dubai, UAE
Surely one of the tenets of the Christian faith is forgiveness - I wish them every happiness.
Sheila Ellis, Shrewsbury, England
Yes they are made for each other but he should abdicate in favour of William. He cannot be a king of morals with his history.
Lisa, Nottingham, England
I would say to all those who will complain about Charles marrying to just shut up and mind their own business. The Church of England allows people who are widowed to remarry. Charles has every right to marry again just as the rest of this country do. He has acted as an ambassador for this country more times then any politician. If people are not happy with the proud history of this country I suggest they pack up their bags and get out and stay out.
Mark, Bracknell
I am delighted to hear of the marriage of Charles and Camilla as they both deserve the happiness that they will soon get.
Jamie, Glasgow, Scotland
Prince Charles should not be allowed to marry a divorcee especially one who was so constructive in the downfall of his first marriage. She is simply a glorified mistress.
Lesley, Liverpool
To tell the truth I don't really care if they get married or not. All of these pompous goings-on from various royal commentators saying that it's not right etc is a load of rubbish. It's succeeded in turning my generation (17) into a bunch of people who are completely apathetic of the royal family.
Matt, UK
It's about time! When two people who have obviously loved each other for 35 years, it proves that they are truly soul mates and have a deep and abiding relationship. I wish them well and the UK should follow suit.
Kirstin Decker, Chicago, USA
I think it is high time the royal family learnt from repetitive blunders. May the prince's son, heir of the throne be able to avoid any fatal mistake and marry the one he genuinely wishes to. It is an overwhelming moment for the Prince of Wales. Best wishes to them both.
Christian, London
Not acceptable at all. If he knew her after Princess Diana's death then that would be a different story. But being the third party while Princess Diana was alive, that makes them both guilty! I wouldn't care if they are both together, but why should they choose this marriage? It's absurd and what kind of example is the future king proving? It really puts me off respecting him if he becomes the king! I think he should bypass his kingship to Prince William.
Gabriella Lee, the Netherlands
About time too! Life is too short, the Prince deserves some happiness. Who else waits until his 60's to take up the job he has been trained for? There are too many double standards around this issue. Do we give every divorcee this degree of long term comment and hassle? There are many remarried divorcees and surely there are far more important issues for our concern. Let the churches concentrate on the core issues on which they agree so that they can work together and put aside the minor human differences that separate them.
Brian Edwards, Argentat, France
I'm happy to finally hear this. This man has loved this woman for 30 years and they were meant to be together. No one will deny that William and Harry are something good that came of a not-so-good marriage and everyone in the world loved Diana, but I believe these two are soul mates.
Rinkrat, California
This is a sad day for the UK. I for one won't be celebrating their marriage. Charles should abdicate and William should be King.
Pauline, UK
We really need to remember that Prince Charles is still a human. It would be unfair for him if he isn't allowed to remarry as many people have today. If he really loves her then why should it be bad?
Marc Baldwin, East Grinstead, West Sussex, England
He should practice what he preaches. As head of the Church, he preaches no remarriage to divorcees whose previous spouse is still alive. Do we want a hypocrite a King, as well as head of the Church?
Chris Austin, Bury St Edmunds, UK
I think it's great, happiness is hard to find. He will still make a good King and now it will be with the support of the woman he loves. Camilla is obviously a good and kind woman who understands him, she has waited in the wings for long enough.
Clair Hanwell, London
I am not surprised that they are to be married although can't say I agree with it and I don't see why Camilla should be given a title of any sort. I suppose the most important thing is that the Princes are comfortable with it.
Victoria, West Midlands
What wonderful news indeed!! All that matters is that Prince Charles and Camilla love each other. The Queen has given her blessings and Prince William and Prince Harry have accepted her. Princess Diana died with her lover Dodi eight years ago. Its time to move on for Prince Charles. I am very happy for the couple and wish them both happiness and long life together.
Margaret Meiling Wang-Soloman, Singapore/Poole UK
Charles and Camilla are obviously extremely dedicated to one another. They deserve to be happy. Camilla, has always been so dignified and I think she will make a brilliant addition to the Royal family. I wish them all the luck in the world!
Sara-Jane, Lancashire, England
why would you say like that ?? Ugh :confuse: What would Halle Berry do with O.J. ??
