Well, the monarchy is constitutional only, yes? So, the queen hasn't any real political clout, merely signing things for the Commons/Lords So she's a paid administrator, effectively?

So, why not advertise for a new secretary? I bet there are temp agencies out there who could get us someone with better typing skills for a tenth of the salary...

What do the other royals do? Can't think of too much in the way of kingly business that falls outside the realms of what anyone else could do? Again, off to Alfred Marks...

Buckingham palace... Very expensive office building... There are some great industrial units free in Tottenham - much cheaper. We'll use the palace as a new hospital, and staff it and equip it with some of the money saved (see above).

EJ