British Royals

Sadness after hero dog who took part in Queen Elizabeth II's funeral is killed in car crash

A police dog who took part in the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II has been killed in a car crash.PD Bert, a five-year-old springer spaniel, served with Cleveland Police, and was seconded to London in 2022 to assist with the policing efforts for the late queen’s state funeral.The dog was fatally injured in a car accident on Thursday evening, prompting an outpouring of tributes from…
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Excitement builds for Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis as they prepare for Balmoral holiday

The Prince and Princess of Wales are expected to take their three children to Balmoral Castle this summer, continuing a cherished royal tradition of spending time in the Scottish Highlands during the school holidays.Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis are understood to be heading north in the coming weeks, joining senior members of the Royal Family at the late Queen Elizabeth…
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The unborn baby who could be King: the little-known clause in the royal succession

It is a scenario that lies more in the realm of royal drama than modern reality: a monarch dies suddenly, leaving behind a pregnant consort and a nation unsure of its next sovereign. Yet this constitutional conundrum is one that has been anticipated for centuries. British royal succession law, as arcane as it may sometimes appear, offers a clear and carefully constructed answer to what happens if…
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Princess Anne receives prestigious honour during visit to Yorkshire

The Princess Royal has been recognised with a prestigious honour during a visit to the West Yorkshire town of Huddersfield.Her Royal Highness was awarded an Honorary Doctorate by the University of Huddersfield in recognition of her long-standing commitment to the arts, with a particular focus on fashion and textiles.The presentation took place during the University’s graduation week, in…
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