Anyone Volunteering for the 3 day Royal Coronation Event

Jaxjacky

The actual coronation is Saturday the 6th where people may be needed for checkpoints etc, I emphasise maybe as the police will be much in evidence. Sunday is a concert at Windsor.
Monday the 8th is being suggested as a community day, street parties/picnics etc at which people may volunteer in their community.
www.royal.uk/coronation-weekend-plans-announced

I wonder what will happen if the rail workers, police and ambulance crews strike on that weekend. Maybe Charles and Camilla could go and volunteer, with all the rest of the royal entourage. One knows how to serve trifles to the plebs.

Not offended at all. Those who want to volunteer will, those of us that dont, wont, it is that simple.
I find it tedious when people have to look for something to be offended by.
Just make your own mind up and let other people make up theirs.

I think the suggestion to volunteer is tone deaf. There are plenty people volunteering right now, at foodbanks, with refugees, with the elderly, all sorts of things.

But a very well-off person comes along and suggests that what we should all be doing is volunteering because that's what makes our society strong. Be like this well-off person, his example of service is showing us the way.

Well the well-off person can stick his suggestion where the sun don't shine. It's patronising and at a time when people are struggling to make ends meet we don't need the Head of State to remind us to give something for nothing, we need a government that knows how to govern. If all that the HoS can come up with is gold carriages and suggestions about taking him for a role model, then for me, the revolution can't come quick enough.

Disclaimer - I don't want revolution, I want the country to wake up to the fact that its the 21st Century and start to behave as though they are modern adults.

No, all that is been suggested is that street parties are held on Sunday and on Monday there should be a more community orientated day, centred on community projects where people volunteer to take part. Clean-ups have been suggested, but are just an example or 'serving suggestion'. other community events could be running a village fete to raise money for a project, or organising an exhibition about the community or anything that brings the community together

Clean up what ?

At times I lose words and logic ..blank thoughts so maybe post confusing.. but feel we’re supposed to support the coronation and the expense and Monday is the clean up by volunteers?

I have no problem with the suggestion that people volunteer. It's what makes a community.
Personally, though, I was first there, last away to everything for three solid days in June. Lots of washing up, hanging bunting, and baking, including making a huge Jubilee cake. I have told 'the village' not to expect me to do the same this time. I'm off to London to watch the parade. I shall support whatever is planned here on the other days. Time for some of the younger ones to do some work. (Sorry, I sound a bit 'ranty', I've just spent all day in the village hall. Good fun but hard work.)

I am neither upset or offended. I just say 'NO' myself.

What I can't understand is why people get so offended and upset over a voluntary suggestion which people can either join in or not. No one is making anyone do anything, so why the sarkey comments. Personally I'm really looking forward to the Coronation, having been 10 years old at the last one, so a fairly distant memory. But I do remember a lot of good will and local excitement even though sweets were still on ration. Our village will certainly be celebrating as it did for the Jubilee. Will I volunteer? Well at 80 years old,I'm not so sprightly any more, but we'll see. You can keep your Republic, I shall certainly be waving my flag and wishing our new King well.

I’m outraged about so many things currently (nhs/education/police/court delays/health n social care/destroyed mh, drug, alcohol services/sure start/preventive services -) to name a few.

I’m not outraged at the idea of asking people to muck in and celebrate something. The King and Queen consort visited Bolton on `Friday, no idea why. Crowds of flag waving locals gathered. They were cheered and applauded. The Bolton Facebook page was full of positive comments, a rare occurrence, it’s usually chocker with complaints about the state of the town centre. This isn’t a research programme, just my impression that some people support the monarchy . I’d be interested to see how Mr Sunak would be greeted

I don’t understand the outrage. Is it some kind of mandatory volunteering that we all have to sign up for? 🤔 I admit, I’ve seen nothing about it and I’ll likely spend the day with my family anyway. Though I suppose that’s also volunteering to do childcare services.

What I was outraged about was my council emailing a while back to ask me to volunteer in care homes because they didn’t have enough carers. Er…no. If you want me to work in a care home, you can jolly well pay me.

Great idea, I currently don’t do any volunteer work and would like to start again.
It could be the kick up the bum I need.
It’s a great idea, no pressure to get involved in celebrating just a plea to help your community.
Bea65 you are easily offended.

I assumed it would be community events - like litter picking at a local beauty spot - or planting trees and shrubs or something that would be fun and benefit all.

Me too MOnica,
There were lots of street parties here for the Jubilee and know some are already being planned for the Coronation.
I'm not a Royalist but do like to join in with community events, so I'm looking forward to it.

Usually we do litter-picking in the park on a Monday, so maybe we'll just do that and have a cuppa afterwards as usual.

No, not offended in the slightest. Seems a good idea for those who would like to be involved with doing something in their area, and having an opportunity to come together if they so wish. No one is being forced to participate, or “muck in”, so really, what on earth is the problem? If it’s not your cup of tea, you don’t join in - simples!

Bea65 but are the Palace trying to cut down costs on people who would normally be paid for services provided @checkpoints/venue cleaning etc

You really are putting a very odd spin on what has been announced. Why should volunteering on that day have anything to do with people working at checkpoints etc?

I assumed it would be community events - like litter picking at a local beauty spot - or planting trees and shrubs or something that would be fun and benefit all.

No celebrations ever round here
I m not offended but I have no intention of doing volunteering just because it’s been suggested by a very rich man I volunteer at least 20 hours a week anyhow
I ll be looking for something to do other than celebrate My daughter and granddaughter are off on a European adventure to escape for a few days sounds sensible to me
No interest from me

Not offended-won’t be doing it but not offended on behalf of others who like to volunteer, who will welcome an opportunity to be part of the celebration and who will enjoy it.

There were lots of celebrations round here for the Jubilee and no doubt for the Coronation.

Anything that has the potential to bring communities together is a good thing.

Volunteering is good for those who do it and for those in receipt of it.

We will have celebrations and probably a Street Party. My volunteering day is Tuesday so doubt I'll do any extra.
I'll wait and see what's occurring locally and if I fancy it I'll join in.

Absolutely agree kittylester. I thoroughly enjoy my volunteer job and get a lot of interest and satisfaction from it.

Well, anything that encourages people to volunteer is great in my book.

I volunteer a fair bit doing something I love. My volunteering helps lots of people but it gives me so much more!

I am constantly amazed by those of my friends who think that volunteering is silly and don't realise that it's a two way street!

We had a great party for the Jubilee despite the weather so hope we have another one. It is good to meet up with all your neighbours.

Grandyma

volver The monarch still has the power to dissolve parliament.

I agree with a paired down monarchy and that it needs updating but couldn’t feel comfortable if it was abolished - only my opinion. I may be completely wrong 💐

The monarch has the titular power to dissolve parliament but in reality would only do it under instruction from the PM.

Having an unelected person decide to dissolve an elected parliament when the head of that elected parliament and the elected representatives didn't want it, is the very definition of dictatorship.

Now I’m disgusted and Revolted!! What about the volunteers @Foodbanks ..they must feel invisible ..the Palace PR machine stinks

volver The monarch still has the power to dissolve parliament.

I agree with a paired down monarchy and that it needs updating but couldn’t feel comfortable if it was abolished - only my opinion. I may be completely wrong 💐