King Albert II of Belgium has a major
engagement lined up – even though he’s still being treated in
hospital. As the former monarch continues his recovery from
symptoms of dehydration under medical supervision, it’s been
confirmed that he plans to attend events to mark the tenth
anniversary of the reign of his son, King Philippe. Philippe will
celebrate a decade as King of…
The Royal Family of Sweden does love a
June wedding. The majority of their modern marriages have taken
place in the month and June comes to an end with another Swedish
royal wedding anniversary. Princess Margaretha, the eldest sister
of King Carl XVI Gustaf, married…
The latest Sovereign Grant report shows
that royal expenditure went up in the last financial year. In the
period between April 2022 and April 2023, a total of £107.5 million
was spent, a 5% rise compared to the year before. The Sovereign
Grant covered £86.3 million…
The former Belgian monarch, Albert II, is
to stay in hospital longer than first expected after being admitted
with dehydration. The king, who is 89, was admitted early on the
morning of June 27th 2023 after his health gave cause for concern.
Belgium’s Royal Palace initially said he would remain in hospital
for a couple of days. However, on June 28th 2023, a short statement
confirmed…
King Albert II of Belgium is being
treated in hospital for dehydration. The king, who turned 89 just a
few weeks ago, was taken in for treatment after becoming unwell at
home. His wife, Queen Paola, is at his side. His eldest son, King
Philippe of the Belgians, has…
The Prince of Wales speaks of his determination to end homelessness as he launches Homewards
27th June 2023
The Prince of Wales says he believes that
homelessness can be eradicated with the development of innovative
ways of tackling the issues involved. Prince William spoke out as
he began a two day tour of the UK in which he’ll visit six areas
chosen to pilot the…
Princess Ingrid Alexandra of Norway is to
spend a term working as an assistant in a school. The second in
line to the throne, who has just finished her secondary education,
will be an assistant and an environmental worker at
Uranienborg from September and through the autumn. After that,
she will begin a year of military training which will take her to
Skjold camp in Inner Troms, the base of…
Sarah, Duchess of York is being treated
for breast cancer. The duchess discovered she had an early form of
the disease during a routine mammogram and was advised to have
immediate surgery. She has since undergone a successful operation.
The duchess is now receiving…
The Princess of Wales takes to the tennis courts for training for one of Wimbledon's most important roles
24th June 2023
The Princess of Wales has taken to the
tennis courts to see the work that goes into one of the most
crucial roles at Wimbledon – that of ball boy and ball girl. The
Princess was joined by eight times Men’s Singles Champion, Roger
Federer, on a training day…
King Charles III has praised military
past and present on his first Armed Forces Day as
Commander-in-Chief. In a message sent on behalf of himself and
Queen Camilla, His Majesty spoke of the ”immense and dedicated
contribution of our military both at home and overseas.” King
Charles also highlighted the lifelong service of many, saying ”we
remember, with gratitude, the…
