Familiarity breeds contempt
Created | Updated Apr 6, 2012
I have no doubt I shall be shouted down for what I am about to say but I'm going to say it anyway. I do wish that announcers on radio and television, indeed journalists generally would show more respect for the Royal Family. The Princes are constantly referred to by their Christian names and the Duchess of Cambridge as either Kate Middleton or just Kate. From the tone used by all these commentators anyone would think they are bosom pals with the Royals. To my mind referring to the Royal Family in any way other than one that shows respect, demeans them and puts them in the same bracket as two bob pop stars. If we, the British don't show respect for our Royal Family how can we expect those overseas to do so? Familiarity does breed contempt, so please use their proper titles when reporting their activities.
