Schoolchildren to pledge allegiance to the Queen?

Schoolchildren could be expected to pledge allegiance to the Queen and respect for the law, under new recommendations aimed at strengthening Britons’ sense of citizenship. Lord Goldsmith’s recommendations also include a new public holiday to celebrate "Britishness" along the lines of Australia Day. What do you think?

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samius from salisburius says:

Mar 30, 16:30

we must have something to respect and be proud of ,i was disgusted that roonie didnt know the national anthem.

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Should kids pledge allegiance?
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Scunny from scunthorpe says:

Mar 30, 16:20

Why?

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Iris from london says:

Mar 30, 00:00

98% say no.

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yeah from whatever says:

Mar 29, 22:39

and cwwwwwww- both have never done anything worthwhile in their lives.

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Iris from london says:

Mar 29, 11:51

Whats it to be, the red tablet or the blue?

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