Queen Elizabeth has been the ruling monarch of England since 1952 (viaBiography).

That makes her time on the throne longer than any other British ruler, according toTatler.

But according to sources, the monarch will never abdicate from the throne.

Queen Elizabeth wearing pink hat

And the reason has something to do with her late husband’s wishes.

Twenty seven percent of those polled noted she should abdicate while her health is still good.

He was only three when he became next in line, and is now 72.

Queen Elizabeth is escorted by Prince Charles