State & Ceremonial

The Queen could prorogue Parliament to end Brexit deadlock

MPs have been openly discussing proroguing Parliament early in order to end the Brexit deadlock. Speaking in the House of Commons, Solicitor General Robert Buckland said that Parliament might have to prorogue so the Prime Minister can bring back her Brexit deal before the House. [commentary] According to parliament.uk, Prorogation (pronounced ‘pro-ro-ga-tion’) marks the end of a…
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Princess Anne and FamilyThe Sussexes

Prince Harry becomes a godfather to Lena Tindall

The Duke of Sussex has become a godfather just a few weeks before he has a child of his own. Zara and Mike Tindall asked Prince Harry to become godfather to Lena Tindall who was Christened this weekend in Gloucestershire. Prince Harry accepted the honour and attended the small and private ceremony at St Nicholas Church alongside his wife, the Duchess of Sussex. According to the Daily Mail…
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Prince & Princess of Wales

The Duchess of Cambridge hands out shamrocks to celebrate St Patrick’s Day

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge marked St Patrick’s Day with a traditional celebration at the 1st Battalion Irish Guards in London. St Patrick’s Day is a traditional regimental celebration for the Irish Guards and is marked by the St Patrick’s Day Parade and a presentation of shamrocks. The Duchess of Cambridge visited the Cavalry Barracks in Hounslow to attend the Parade and was…
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Queen Elizabeth II

The Queen's horse wins at Kempton

The Queen has won another prestigious horse race in the UK as her gelding claimed victory in the Silver Bowl Handicap Chase at Kempton Park. Forth Bridge, a six-year-old bay gelding, won the £40,000 race which was broadcast live on ITV. On board Her Majesty’s horse…
Queen Elizabeth II

The Queen sends a message to the people of New Zealand

The Queen has sent a message to the people of New Zealand following a terrorist attack which killed dozens of people. In her message, Her Majesty said that she and Prince Philip are “saddened and appalled” by the event in Christchurch which has claimed the lives of 49 people. In full, The Queen said: “I have been deeply saddened by the appalling events in Christchurch today. Prince Philip…
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