British Royals

Prince Charles commissions portraits of the Windrush generation

The Prince of Wales has commissioned a series of portraits of the Windrush generation as he focuses on ensuring their impact and contribution is fully recognised. Prince Charles will bring together some of the best portrait artists in the Commonwealth to paint members of the Windrush generation who will be chosen by a committee headed by Baroness Benjamin. The baroness’ own family…
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First joint portrait of William and Kate revealed on special day

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have been captured on canvas together for the first time. The painting of William and Kate, by Jamie Coreth, was commissioned by the Cambridgeshire Royal Portrait Fund, held by the Cambridge Community Foundation,as a gift to the people of Cambridgeshire. It was revealed at the Fitzwilliam Museum in Cambridge as the couple paid a visit to the…
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The Earl and Countess of Wessex mark the Platinum Jubilee in Cyprus

The Earl and Countess of Wessex are making their first official visit to Cyprus where they have taken part in celebrations for The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. Edward and Sophie met members of the British Cypriot community at a Jubilee reception hosted by the British High Commissioner in Nicosia. The celebration also marked The Queen’s birthday. Beneath trees decked with Union Jack…
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Prince William reveals why he joined Big Issue sellers on London's streets

The Duke of Cambridge has said his time selling the Big Issue in London was ”eye-opening” as he vowed to continue his work for those experiencing homelessness. Prince William was spotted on the streets of the capital early in June 2022, selling the magazine that was established to provide a way of earning a living for homeless people. To mark his 40th birthday, William has…
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