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Could the UK become a republic after Queen Elizabeth II dies?

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The process of a referendum often starts one year before the actual voting day though, so don’t expect the UK to become a UR (for United Republic) immediately after Her Majesty dies. Wait for the Queen to die, and then wait for legislation by Parliament for the referendum, then wait an extra year, and then hope that a majority of Brits want a republic, and then, then you get Republican Britain. read more

When HM Elizabeth II, Queen of the UK (and 15 other countries) dies, her son Charles becomes king. His wife Camilla could be Queen, but she has asked to be known as a Princess Consort, rather than Queen Consort. After Charles dies, then William becomes King. Kate will be Queen, but only Queen Consort - a courtesy title from her husband. read more

If it were Britain, though, and a majority of British wanted to kick the Queen out of Buckingham Palace, then the UK could become a republic. The process of a referendum often starts one year before the actual voting day though, so don’t expect the UK to become a UR (for United Republic) immediately after Her Majesty dies. read more

Charles,her son becomes King and his wife,Camilla becomes Queen Consort--wife of the king regnant.Camilla,however,has expressed a wish to be known as Princess Consort,but she automatically becomes Queen Consort.After Charles dies,William becomes King Regnant and then Catherine becomes Queen Consort. read more

Despite much speculation to the contrary, there is no question that the monarchy could "skip a generation" to allow William, the Duke of Cambridge, to become king. As it stands, Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, will automatically become Queen. A Coronation will be scheduled for some months after the funeral. read more

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