British Royals

King Charles hails the ''extraordinary potential'' of the Commonwealth in his first address as head

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13th March 2023
King Charles III has said the Commonwealth remains a major force for good in the world and has ”extraordinary potential” which ” is more than equal to the challenges we face.” In his first address as Head of the Commonwealth, The King spoke of how the organisation inspired and amazed him, saying it offers unparalleled strength to build the future. His Majesty gave his speech from…
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Sophie becomes the newest royal duchess - and she's a perfect fit for the role

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10th March 2023
A new title but the same person and somehow that underlines just why it matters that The King’s only sister in law is now HRH The Duchess of Edinburgh. As King Charles III made his youngest brother the Duke of Edinburgh, he added a new chapter to two of his royal dynasty’s most striking success stories. For the House of Windsor has relied heavily on duchesses throughout its century and a…
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The history of the Dukedom of Edinburgh

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10th March 2023
There is a brand new Duke of Edinburgh. King Charles III has created the Dukedom again for his younger brother, Prince Edward, fulfilling the wish of the most famous holder of the title, their father, Prince Philip. It’s another chapter in the long and varied history of this royal dukedom. Most recently, it was bestowed upon Prince Philip just ahead of his marriage to the then Princess…
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St. Margaret's Church, Westminster - in the shadow of the Abbey

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9th March 2023
Westminster Abbey will close its doors on April 25th 2023 ahead of the Coronation. It will remain closed until May 8th and in the meantime, some services will take place, instead, at nearby St. Margaret’s Church. And while not as famous as its neighbour, St. Margaret’s has seen some rather special royal events of its own. It’s hosted dazzling and trend setting royal weddings and while it…
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