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King Charles Considers 'Radical Change' by Removing 'Empire' from OBE Honours Amid Colonial Controversy

Nov 3, 2024, 07:43 AM

King Charles is considering removing the word 'empire' from the Order of the British Empire (OBE) honours in response to growing controversy over the UK's colonial past. A major new biography of Charles has revealed that the Palace has held talks regarding this potential change. The move, reported by the Mail on Sunday and detailed by Glen Owen, aims to address concerns about the colonial implications of the term 'empire' in modern Britain. King Charles is considering this 'radical change' to the royal honours.