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Hero pensioner honoured by The Queen after trying to save murdered MP Jo Cox, dies aged 79

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14th August 2017
The death has been announced this evening of Bernard Kenny, a 79-year-old man who was awarded a George Medal by The Queen after being stabbed while trying to protect murdered MP Jo Cox. On 16th June 2016, the former miner gave no thought for his own life after he tried to protect the MP from a far-right terrorist who assassinated her in broad daylight. Mr Kenny was stabbed in the chest as he…
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Interviews

Five Minutes With... Edwina Currie

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12th August 2017
As part of our new series ‘Five Minutes With…’, Royal Central will be speaking to an array of well-known faces including celebrities, politicians and royal experts. To kick off our new monthly series, we are pleased to interview former Health Minister and Author, Edwina Currie. Born in Liverpool, Edwina has had a varied career having won a scholarship to study philosophy…
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The Kents

You're invited to join Princess Michael of Kent at her book launch in October

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9th August 2017
Princess Michael of Kent will be launching her latest book in October at a reception in Central London – and you are invited! On Tuesday 17th October, Her Royal Highness will deliver an illustrated talk marking the release of her new book, A Cheetah’s Tale. The event will be held at the Royal Geographical Society, a stone’s throw away from the Princess’ residences at Kensington…
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The Queen's Assistant Private Secretary becomes the latest senior Buckingham Palace official to resign

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7th August 2017
The Queen’s Assistant Private Secretary, Samantha Cohen, has resigned – the latest senior Buckingham Palace aide to leave the Royal Household in a matter of weeks. Ms Cohen was widely seen in royal circles as Her Majesty’s No 3, but handed her notice in following the resignation of The Queen’s Private Secretary, Sir Christopher Geidt last week. Ms Cohen has been working in…
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