Britain’s government has faced criticism after confirming it would replace the traditional “His Majesty’s Government” branding with a “UK Government” logo in official communications.
The change affects websites, public documents, and other communications that previously bore the “HM Government” logo, a reference to the monarch, King Charles III.
Government officials said the decision was made as a “strategic decision”, to provide greater “clarity.”
Conservative politicians called the move
disrespectful towards Britain’s history, culture, and constitutional settlement.
“How typical that Labour should be trying to quietly obliterate tradition,” said Tory politician Alex Burghart.
Under guidance by the previous Tory government, in power until 2024, the primary logo was the Royal Coat of Arms alongside “HM Government” and was meant to be used “wherever possible.”
