Sunday, May 3, 2015

Royal Baby Number 2

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge (William and Kate)  have welcomed their second child, a new Princess to the world, bringing much patriotism and pride amongst the British people. Many royal enthusiasts (Royalists) had camped outside the Lindo Wing (maternity suite) in London for over a week, with the world press waiting there as well. The Princess whose name has yet to be announced becomes 4th in line to the throne behind Prince Charles, Prince William and her brother Prince George. Many landmarks such as Tower Bridge and the London Eye were lit up pink in celebration,  babies also born on the same day are also eligible to apply for a limited edition silver penny, gun salutes outside the Tower of London to mark the birth. There have been many comparisons between the kind of life the new Princess will lead compared to other children in the borough, comparisons included life expectancy, education, and general lifestyle. There were also many that were criticising the cost that went along with the birth as the majority of money granted to the royal family comes from the British taxpayer. However through all of the criticisms about cost and the privileged life the Princess will have many in Britain were united with a sense of pride that there was a new addition and a new generation of the Royal Family.

Nicole Meechan

http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-32567875

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