Daily Star readers have used the latest Text Maniacs column to voice their opinions on a range of topics, from taxpayer-funded security for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to the state of the UK's energy market.
Security for Harry and Meghan
Several readers questioned why British taxpayers should fund security for the couple. One reader, Bex, said: "If Harry gets security payed for by us the British taxpayers then he a, needs to apologise and b, do some work for this country. No free rides."
Another reader, Laurence, complained about the family's presence in the UK, while Braz wrote: "Why should Public have to fund security for family of two faced Nobody's they've scrounged enough money to pay their own bills if not keep out of UK you're not welcome."
Energy and Politics
Reader Pomfretian called for an end to privatisation in the energy sector, saying: "surely it's time to call a halt to the free for all profiteering by energy and utility companies time has come to end the privatization experiment and renationalise."
On politics, Mad scaff praised Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham for getting the early release scheme changed, adding: "It doesn't matter what it costs you can't put a price on people's lives."
Reality TV and Other Musings
Reader Gaz criticised reality TV stars like Joey Essex, saying: "It just goes to show the state of Britain, when someone like Joey Essex can have such a large bank balance for being nothing but dumb."
Other readers shared lighter thoughts, including a suggestion that Emmerdale actor Andrew Scarborough would make a good James Bond. One reader, Bill Shredder, jokingly asked if the Star could arrange for Sydney Sweeney to visit.
Readers can join the conversation by texting DSTAR to 63333, with texts costing 50p plus standard network rates, or by leaving a comment below.
