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Constitutional status of Cornwall

Okay kiddo, let's talk about Cornwall! Cornwall is a beautiful place in England where lots of people live and work. It has its own unique culture, history, and language.

Now, when we talk about the constitutional status of Cornwall, we mean how it is recognized and treated under the laws and rules of England. You see, England is a country made up of different regions, just like how you have different neighborhoods in your city or town.

In the past, Cornwall used to be its own separate kingdom with its own kings and queens. But now, it is a part of England. However, some people in Cornwall feel that it is special and should be treated differently from other parts of England.

So, to address these concerns, the government of England has given Cornwall a special status called a "Duchy". This means that the Duke of Cornwall (who is usually the heir to the British throne) has some special rights and privileges in Cornwall, but it still remains a part of England.

Some people also want Cornwall to have their own parliament or government, like Scotland and Wales. But for now, Cornwall is still governed by the British government and follows the same laws and rules as the rest of England.

So in short, Cornwall is a special place with its own culture and history, and it is recognized by the government of England as a Duchy with some special rights, but it is still a part of England and follows the same laws as the rest of the country.