Republican campaign groups claim surge in interest since death of Queen

Pressure group Republic notes shift in ‘public discourse’ after unjust arrests and scandals such as cash for honours

Death of the Queen and King Charles’s accession – latest updates

In the 10 days since the death of Queen Elizabeth II, pro-monarchy sentiment has been clearly visible across the UK and the world, but republican campaign groups say they have seen a surge in interest and membership.

While hundreds of thousands have queued for the Queen’s lying in state at London’s Westminster Hall, some argue that despite their affection for Elizabeth II, the accession of her less popular son Charles means the end of the 1,000-year-old institution could be a step closer.

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