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Ulrich Habsburg-Lothringen tried to run as President some years ago. In the end he wasn't allowed to participate because of some laws that prohibit members of former ruling families to ever hold political offices. Those laws were overruled by Socialists and Conservatives soon after, so now a Habsburg could actually become President.
He was a member of The Greens, by the way.
Bulgaria's ex-king managed to get elected Prime Minister back in the 2000's, so anything can happen.
None. All (official) 'monarchies' in Europe (the UK, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Spain, Monaco) are actual democracies anyway, so trying to restore a monarchy in any country is pointless.
How does the budgeting work for monarchies? Are royals allowed limitless funds, or do they receive a generous, but finite allowance? Could parliament exercise some belt-tightening on their behalf, and require them to economize a bit? How is their budget decided? Could a government require the sale of a castle or two during a severe economic recession?
None. All (official) 'monarchies' in Europe (the UK, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Spain, Monaco) are actual democracies anyway, so trying to restore a monarchy in any country is pointless.
The monarchies you mentioned are wrong. These are Constitutional Monarchies. I was talking about restoring Absolute and Hereditary Monarchies.
It would be very cool if Romania did, especially if it managed to do so while Michael is still alive. They're running out of time.
But the problem is, succession after Michael. If his daughter or her husband becomes monarch, the Hohenzollern family in Germany will pitch a fit. It could get messy.
It would definitely be cool if Michael could rule again, even (and obviously due to his age) for a short while. It would be a nice gesture considering the way in which he was forced to abdicate, but it should end there.
I could see Grand Duchess Maria, the pretender to the Romanov throne, having some sort of decorative role, but that's about it. She does have a relationship with the Orthodox church and frequents special church services in Russia, but we'll never see any descendent of the Romanov family anywhere near those palaces, unless it's for a visit or a commemoration.
How does the budgeting work for monarchies? Are royals allowed limitless funds, or do they receive a generous, but finite allowance? Could parliament exercise some belt-tightening on their behalf, and require them to economize a bit? How is their budget decided? Could a government require the sale of a castle or two during a severe economic recession?
The Swedish royal house has an annual budget of around 13 million euros, but that includes upkeep for all castles, administration and representation. Also includes salaries to the around 70 workers who work within the Royal family. The budget is given as an "allowance" defined by the parliament. Not that they would need anything, as the royal family is quite rich. I think the Swedish castles are frequently rented out to different happenings, seminars and parties.
Still quite much compared to the small budget of the President of Finland, which is around 3.5 million. But small compared to the 45 million which was spent on the renovation of the presidental palace. http://www.mtv.fi/viihde/seurapiirit...joonaa/4564566
The Royal House of Norway spent $133 million from 2011-13. They are planning to spend at least $40 million renovating the Royal Palace in Oslo. I think it is insane.
The Royal House of Norway spent $133 million from 2011-13. They are planning to spend at least $40 million renovating the Royal Palace in Oslo. I think it is insane.
Norway can afford to fritter money away on luxuries. For now.
I wonder when the oil will run out?
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