Pink labels Queen 'rude' over fur snub

Pink claims The Queen has not replied to a letter she sent nearly two years ago as part of her ongoing anti-fur and hunting campaign.

During a visit to Britain in 2006, the singer and activist decided to take on the Queen's guards by asking that their bearskin hats be made from synthetic fur.

Pink, whose single 'So What' is currently at the top of the UK chart, said she is still waiting for a reply.

Pink told The Daily Star: "It’s a bit rude that they didn’t reply, isn’t it? I don’t get why we can't question people just because of their position in society. I don't care if they have a crown. One or two Canadian bears are killed to make each hat and that is totally unnecessary."

A Brigade of Guards spokesman said: "We would be willing to wear fake fur if a suitable alternative could be found. But we haven’t been supplied with anything that stands up to the wear, durability and practicality of real fur."