Harking back to an old copy of the News Shopper (News Shopper September 19) regarding my remarks about the coronation of King Edward I, there is a slight error shown. The date of Magna Carta receiving the seal of King John at Runnymede should read 1215 and not 1216. It took another 10 years before this went on to the Statute Book in 1225 in the reign of King Henry III. It might well have been my error.
Regarding the present set-up and situation with the EU I have often wondered whether Magna Carta has been repealed thus cancelling out any freedoms laid down in that all important declaration. Does anyone know?
Jean Fothergill
Village Way
Beckenham
December 5, 2001 13:33
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules hereComments are closed on this article