Katie Y
@thoughtsmyown.bsky.social
Almost a registered occupational psychologist, lover of learning and supporting others in their development, coach, educator, food lover, wife and mother to two amazing teens.
Really useful reference thank you, I hadn’t seen this before
November 29, 2024 at 12:05 PM
Really useful reference thank you, I hadn’t seen this before
And where does their payment come from? They already have a different role. I think we will have to agree to disagree as I find no compelling evidence in your rhetoric
November 26, 2024 at 3:26 PM
And where does their payment come from? They already have a different role. I think we will have to agree to disagree as I find no compelling evidence in your rhetoric
Working royals support the monarch by handling public duties like charity work, diplomacy, and community engagement. This isn’t ‘made up’, it’s a longstanding tradition ensuring the monarchy’s relevance. Without them, the monarch would be overwhelmed by thousands of engagements annually.
November 26, 2024 at 3:24 PM
Working royals support the monarch by handling public duties like charity work, diplomacy, and community engagement. This isn’t ‘made up’, it’s a longstanding tradition ensuring the monarchy’s relevance. Without them, the monarch would be overwhelmed by thousands of engagements annually.
I’m presenting facts, not snobbery. I understand why people critique the monarchy, but we should debate ideas rather than attack character. My point is that working royals hold a unique position within our constitutional framework, not comparable to unpaid charity work.
November 26, 2024 at 3:22 PM
I’m presenting facts, not snobbery. I understand why people critique the monarchy, but we should debate ideas rather than attack character. My point is that working royals hold a unique position within our constitutional framework, not comparable to unpaid charity work.
Anne’s stipend is funded by the Duchy of Lancaster, not directly by taxpayers, and is tied to her role as a state representative. Her work is public service, not private employment, and comparing it to a standard salary ignores the unique nature of constitutional duties.
November 26, 2024 at 3:22 PM
Anne’s stipend is funded by the Duchy of Lancaster, not directly by taxpayers, and is tied to her role as a state representative. Her work is public service, not private employment, and comparing it to a standard salary ignores the unique nature of constitutional duties.
Not all meetings are publicised to the media. Royals meet with charities, local councils, and government officials to gather insights or follow up on engagements. These are often private to protect sensitive information and ensure focus on the work, not publicity.
November 26, 2024 at 3:20 PM
Not all meetings are publicised to the media. Royals meet with charities, local councils, and government officials to gather insights or follow up on engagements. These are often private to protect sensitive information and ensure focus on the work, not publicity.
Public funds support ‘working royals’ because their role is a state duty, not a private endeavour. Diplomatic visits, state representation, and official engagements are on behalf of the UK and cannot be funded personally. This is similar to MPs receiving state salaries for public service.
November 26, 2024 at 3:20 PM
Public funds support ‘working royals’ because their role is a state duty, not a private endeavour. Diplomatic visits, state representation, and official engagements are on behalf of the UK and cannot be funded personally. This is similar to MPs receiving state salaries for public service.
The role of a ‘working royal’ is distinct from royals like Zara or Beatrice and Eugenie. Working royals fulfil constitutional duties, represent the Crown at state events, and engage in diplomacy, which goes beyond volunteer charity work and requires resources funded through the Sovereign Grant
November 26, 2024 at 3:19 PM
The role of a ‘working royal’ is distinct from royals like Zara or Beatrice and Eugenie. Working royals fulfil constitutional duties, represent the Crown at state events, and engage in diplomacy, which goes beyond volunteer charity work and requires resources funded through the Sovereign Grant
Princess Anne has supported 300+ charities and attended thousands of events over her career. Dismissing this as ‘insignificant’ ignores the real-world impact of her work—often strengthening community ties and supporting organisations with vital royal patronage
November 26, 2024 at 2:48 PM
Princess Anne has supported 300+ charities and attended thousands of events over her career. Dismissing this as ‘insignificant’ ignores the real-world impact of her work—often strengthening community ties and supporting organisations with vital royal patronage
If 61 days of stacked engagements equals 250–300 hours/year, including prep and travel could easily double or triple that. For a 74-year-old who has served tirelessly for decades without retirement, this is significant compared to the average worker
November 26, 2024 at 2:48 PM
If 61 days of stacked engagements equals 250–300 hours/year, including prep and travel could easily double or triple that. For a 74-year-old who has served tirelessly for decades without retirement, this is significant compared to the average worker
Comparisons to ‘normal jobs’ are misleading. Royals often work evenings and weekends, attend private meetings, and handle correspondence, none of which are counted as ‘public engagements’ but still contribute to their role
November 26, 2024 at 2:47 PM
Comparisons to ‘normal jobs’ are misleading. Royals often work evenings and weekends, attend private meetings, and handle correspondence, none of which are counted as ‘public engagements’ but still contribute to their role
The purpose of engagements isn’t just to ‘show up’—it’s to build relationships, raise awareness, and support charities. This work has ripple effects on funding, morale, and community projects, making its value difficult to quantify but deeply impactful
November 26, 2024 at 2:47 PM
The purpose of engagements isn’t just to ‘show up’—it’s to build relationships, raise awareness, and support charities. This work has ripple effects on funding, morale, and community projects, making its value difficult to quantify but deeply impactful
While travel is pre-arranged, it still takes time. Even with helicopters and private cars, regional and remote engagements require hours in transit. On busy days, 2–3 engagements are realistic, especially given the time needed for preparation and follow-ups
November 26, 2024 at 2:46 PM
While travel is pre-arranged, it still takes time. Even with helicopters and private cars, regional and remote engagements require hours in transit. On busy days, 2–3 engagements are realistic, especially given the time needed for preparation and follow-ups
Engagements are not just the event itself. Each one involves hours of preparation: briefings, speeches, and follow-ups. A 2017 Times study estimated Princess Anne spends up to 12 hours a day during peak periods, factoring in prep, attendance, and travel
November 26, 2024 at 2:46 PM
Engagements are not just the event itself. Each one involves hours of preparation: briefings, speeches, and follow-ups. A 2017 Times study estimated Princess Anne spends up to 12 hours a day during peak periods, factoring in prep, attendance, and travel
You’ll need to explain your maths on this. Last I heard, teleporting wasn’t in the gift of even our royals. Whilst the engagements in the public might represent 61x8 hour days when stacked together, to achieve them in that time would be impossible. Preparation & travel take time. 2 per day is a lot.
November 26, 2024 at 11:09 AM
You’ll need to explain your maths on this. Last I heard, teleporting wasn’t in the gift of even our royals. Whilst the engagements in the public might represent 61x8 hour days when stacked together, to achieve them in that time would be impossible. Preparation & travel take time. 2 per day is a lot.
Most professionals work 9–5 jobs, totalling approximately 240 days a year (including annual leave). Royals are often working evenings and weekends, with far less downtime than implied. Criticising them is disingenuous when many in similar positions (e.g., politicians or CEOs) retire in their 60s.
November 26, 2024 at 8:40 AM
Most professionals work 9–5 jobs, totalling approximately 240 days a year (including annual leave). Royals are often working evenings and weekends, with far less downtime than implied. Criticising them is disingenuous when many in similar positions (e.g., politicians or CEOs) retire in their 60s.
Engagements include opening hospitals, meeting charities, and diplomatic events, all of which involve significant preparation and representational responsibilities. Simply dismissing these as “a meeting” undermines their diplomatic and economic significance.
November 26, 2024 at 8:39 AM
Engagements include opening hospitals, meeting charities, and diplomatic events, all of which involve significant preparation and representational responsibilities. Simply dismissing these as “a meeting” undermines their diplomatic and economic significance.
Evidence of Royal Workload:
Princess Anne completed over 200 engagements in 2023, despite health setbacks, equating to roughly 4 engagements per week, including travel, preparation, and follow-ups. The King also carried out over 180 engagements while navigating major constitutional responsibilities.
Princess Anne completed over 200 engagements in 2023, despite health setbacks, equating to roughly 4 engagements per week, including travel, preparation, and follow-ups. The King also carried out over 180 engagements while navigating major constitutional responsibilities.
November 26, 2024 at 8:39 AM
Evidence of Royal Workload:
Princess Anne completed over 200 engagements in 2023, despite health setbacks, equating to roughly 4 engagements per week, including travel, preparation, and follow-ups. The King also carried out over 180 engagements while navigating major constitutional responsibilities.
Princess Anne completed over 200 engagements in 2023, despite health setbacks, equating to roughly 4 engagements per week, including travel, preparation, and follow-ups. The King also carried out over 180 engagements while navigating major constitutional responsibilities.
Really, so now resorting to insults rather than evidence. Most people don’t work that many hours at 74 and then continue to work well into old age to serve their country.
November 26, 2024 at 8:20 AM
Really, so now resorting to insults rather than evidence. Most people don’t work that many hours at 74 and then continue to work well into old age to serve their country.
Princess Anne has made more than 11,000 official appearances in the last two decades. That’s over 25 per week on average if you allow for some annual leave. Bearing in mind most people would have retired 10 years ago, I would say that she’s more than earned her positive reputation.
November 25, 2024 at 9:47 PM
Princess Anne has made more than 11,000 official appearances in the last two decades. That’s over 25 per week on average if you allow for some annual leave. Bearing in mind most people would have retired 10 years ago, I would say that she’s more than earned her positive reputation.
Surely that’s like saying an actor only works 1.5 hours a day because the shows only that length. How many engagements do you think are possible in one day, some of which are far longer than the assumed time. Go online, look at their schedules. They do far more than just short public engagements.
November 23, 2024 at 2:38 PM
Surely that’s like saying an actor only works 1.5 hours a day because the shows only that length. How many engagements do you think are possible in one day, some of which are far longer than the assumed time. Go online, look at their schedules. They do far more than just short public engagements.
Boosts go into local businesses, travel, transport & other tourism. It’s economic movement. You’re right/ it’s hard to measure & easier to target the central costs than benefits - also likely inaccurate. Only £72M, is significantly less, & probably more effective, than a global marketing campaign.
November 23, 2024 at 2:36 PM
Boosts go into local businesses, travel, transport & other tourism. It’s economic movement. You’re right/ it’s hard to measure & easier to target the central costs than benefits - also likely inaccurate. Only £72M, is significantly less, & probably more effective, than a global marketing campaign.
But in our constitution we have the monarchy instead of a president. The monarchy serve our country for their entire lives. Just look at their daily schedules, especially Princess Anne, to see how much they do.
November 23, 2024 at 2:20 PM
But in our constitution we have the monarchy instead of a president. The monarchy serve our country for their entire lives. Just look at their daily schedules, especially Princess Anne, to see how much they do.
A boost to the economy doesn’t mean a surplus. Just like the £72m spend doesn’t mean a deficit.
November 23, 2024 at 2:19 PM
A boost to the economy doesn’t mean a surplus. Just like the £72m spend doesn’t mean a deficit.
Look at the costs of a presidential inauguration. Trumps 2017 cost $107 million. That happens every 4 years.
We pay 10s of millions to support big city NYE events. All events cost the tax payer whether you go or not. It’s all balanced with the income generated.
We pay 10s of millions to support big city NYE events. All events cost the tax payer whether you go or not. It’s all balanced with the income generated.
November 23, 2024 at 2:17 PM
Look at the costs of a presidential inauguration. Trumps 2017 cost $107 million. That happens every 4 years.
We pay 10s of millions to support big city NYE events. All events cost the tax payer whether you go or not. It’s all balanced with the income generated.
We pay 10s of millions to support big city NYE events. All events cost the tax payer whether you go or not. It’s all balanced with the income generated.