A recent survey conducted by a Welsh newspaper has found that a majority of people in Wales want Prince William and Kate Middleton’s titles removed. The poll, which was carried out by the Welsh newspaper “The Western Mail,” surveyed over 1,000 Welsh adults and found that 47% of them wanted the couple’s royal titles removed.
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge were granted the titles of Prince and Princess of Wales after their wedding in 2011, which is a traditional title given to the heir to the throne. However, the couple’s popularity has taken a hit in Wales due to their perceived lack of engagement with the country and the Welsh language.
According to the poll, many respondents felt that the titles of Prince and Princess of Wales were outdated and irrelevant and that the couple’s lack of engagement with Welsh culture was disrespectful. Some even suggested that the titles should be abolished altogether, as they have no real purpose in modern society.
The poll results are not entirely surprising, as there has been growing criticism of the monarchy in Wales in recent years. Many Welsh people feel that the institution is outdated and no longer relevant to modern society and that the royals are out of touch with the needs and concerns of ordinary people.
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have made a number of visits to Wales in recent years, but some critics have argued that these visits are superficial and do not really engage with the country or its culture. There have also been complaints that the couple’s speeches and public appearances in Wales are too heavily scripted and lack authenticity.
Despite these criticisms, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge remain popular figures in the UK as a whole and are widely seen as one of the most popular members of the royal family. However, their popularity in Wales has taken a hit in recent years, and it remains to be seen whether they will be able to repair their relationship with the country and its people.
Overall, the poll results suggest that many Welsh people are unhappy with the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge’s titles, and feel that the couple are not doing enough to engage with Welsh culture and society. Whether these criticisms are fair or not is open to debate, but they highlight the growing disillusionment with the monarchy in Wales and the need for the royal family to work harder to engage with the country and its people.
