People around the country are being treated to a four-day weekend this week to mark Her Majesty’s 70 years on the throne.
According to the government’s March 2021 budget, chancellor Rishi Sunak set aside £28million of taxpayers’ money for the four-day event, with the Platinum Jubilee Pageant on Sunday costing £15million alone.
The government promises the money will be worth it, because it will be a “once-in-a-generation show”.
But with the ongoing cost of living crisis, many people have questions over the cost of these events to the taxpayer.
We want to know your thoughts: Is such an expense too extravagant under current circumstances, and will you celebrate?
Some of our readers have already had their say. Many were supportive of Her Majesty and one said: “She deserves it and more for her service”.
Others couldn’t justify the cost. One reader said: "In the current climate where you have pensioners, some of which who served for Queen and Country are having to choose between eating and heating their home is a disgrace this kind of money is being spent!“
We'd like to hear your thoughts on the Jubilee spend. If you'd like to share your opinion, drop it in the comments and we'll highlight the best ones when they come in.
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