CoronavirusQueen Elizabeth II

The Queen cancels future public engagements

The Queen has cancelled her future engagements in what Buckingham Palace describes as a “sensible precaution”. A palace spokesperson said: “As a sensible precaution and for practical reasons in the current circumstances, changes are being made to The Queen’s diary commitments in the coming weeks. “In consultation with the Medical Household and Government, Her Majesty’s…
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British Royals

Security scare as protestors 'try to storm' Westminster Abbey just 45 minutes before Royal Family arrive

The was a brief security scare on Monday afternoon after protestors tried to storm security fences around Westminster Abbey just 45 minutes before The Royal Family was due to arrive. Video posted on social media shows a brawl breaking out near the entrance to Westminster Abbey with police restraining protestors. The Cameroon protestors just tried to storm the security fences at @wabbey…
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Princess Anne and Family

Medal awarded for saving Princess Anne's life sells for £50k at auction

A medal awarded to a former heavy weight boxer to recognise his role in saving Princess Anne from being kidnapped has sold at auction for £50,000. The George Medal was awarded to Ronnie Russell for his bravery during a kidnapping attempt 46 years ago when The Queen’s daughter was held at gunpoint. The medal had been estimated to fetch between £15,000-£20,000, but, there was a lot more…
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CoronavirusQueen Elizabeth II

The Queen wears gloves for the first time during an investiture as Coronavirus spreads across UK

The Queen has conducted an investiture at Buckingham Palace while wearing gloves for the first time amidst the spread of the Coronavirus, COVID-19. Her Majesty always wears gloves while on public engagements as she meets members of the public, however, Royal Central understands that this is the first time the monarch has worn gloves at an investiture. Usually on these occasions, Her Majesty…
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