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As a baby, Princess Elizabeth cried as water was poured on her head at her christeningA Christian religious service in which a baby becomes part of the church.. Many people say it was the last time the Queen made a fuss in public. 

The Queen was liked by many people. While she was alive, few people called for an end to the monarchyThe king or queen and royal family. in the UK.

Now, her son, King Charles III, has taken over. But he is not as loved as his mother was. 

Some people say it is time for Britain to get rid of the monarchy. If this happened, there would not be a king or queen. 

Instead, people might vote for someone to be a new symbol for Britain. Some say it is only right for the people to choose who stands up for Britain abroad. But some fear this might lead to the wrong sort of person - someone who only wants power. 

Could reform lead to a British Donald TrumpAn American politician, media personality, and businessman serving as the 47th president of the United States since January 2025. A member of the Republican Party, he previously served as the 45th president from 2017 to 2021.?

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Yes! Britain will still need one person to be a national symbol, even without a king or queen. Someone who only loves power could take over. 

No! Britain does not need a king or queen in the 21st Century. The people should be allowed to choose leaders.

Christening - A Christian religious service in which a baby becomes part of the church.

Monarchy - The king or queen and royal family.

Donald Trump - An American politician, media personality, and businessman serving as the 47th president of the United States since January 2025. A member of the Republican Party, he previously served as the 45th president from 2017 to 2021.