Queen Elizabeth II

World production of Irn Bru shut down for The Queen as it would be 'too noisy' for the 95-year-old monarch's visit

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28th June 2021
The entire production line at the Irn Bru factory in Scotland was shut down for The Queen’s visit over noise fears. The AG Barr factory in Cumbernauld exports soft drinks all over the world, however, for a very special VIP occasion on Monday, all work was stopped. Sky News correspondent Gerard Tubb explained: “The Queen came here to officially open a new production facility. “But…
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Kensington Palace officially announce details of Prince William and Prince Harry's upcoming joint engagement

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25th June 2021
Kensington Palace has formally announced details of the upcoming engagement which will bring the two brothers back together on UK soil. On Thursday, July 1st, the Duke of Cambridge and the Duke of Sussex will attend a small ceremony at Kensington Palace for the unveiling of a statue dedicated to their late mother, Diana, Princess of Wales. It has long been reported that Prince Harry would…
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King's Lynn - The Queen's first Royal Ascot horse of 2021 - finishes in 7th place

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15th June 2021
The Queen’s first runner at the 2021 Royal Meeting finished in a respectable 7th place on Tuesday. King’s Lynn, ridden by Oisin Murphy and trained by Andrew Balding, showed a good performance in the King’s Stand Stakes, but was outclassed by those in front. 17 horses lined up in the contest over five furlongs, with a prize of £198,485 available to the winner. King’s Lynn was…
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President Biden invites The Queen to stay at the White House

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13th June 2021
President Biden has invited The Queen to visit the United States of America. On Sunday evening, the President and First Lady enjoyed tea at Windsor Castle where they discussed a variety of topics. When asked by reporters if he had invited The Queen to visit the White House, President Biden replied: “Yes.” The invitation came about after the 95-year-old monarch asked what it was like…
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