Does the British monarch hold terrifying levels of theoretical power?
In short: Beyond the trivia about passports and driving licenses, this video explores the extent of the Royal Prerogative. It examines what a monarch could theoretically achieve if they chose to exercise the full authority of their many titles.
The video investigates the scope of the Royal Prerogative, a set of powers held by the British monarch. While many of these powers are exercised by Parliament, the video considers what might happen if the monarch decided to flex the full might of their authority. This scenario assumes a strict adherence to the letter of the law, without interference from Parliament or public revolt.
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