The group Republic, which campaigns for democratic alternatives to the monarchy, has criticised the Queen’s visit to yesterday morning’s cabinet meeting.

London has seen its biggest anti-monarchy demonstration in living memory in response to the celebrations of Elizabeth II's diamond jubilee.

British republicans of many faiths and none are preparing for a historic protest against the monarchy at the Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant on Sunday.

A new pamphlet published today (25 April) by the campaign group Republic says the Queen’s record in office has been one of failure.