British Royals

Red, white and blue flowers for Prince Philip at the Service of Thanksgiving

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29th March 2022
The colours of the union flag dominate the flowers at the Service of Thanksgiving for Prince Philip taking place at Westminster Abbey.Predominantly red, white and blue blooms have been used in the arrangements at the Abbey.Among the flowers chosen are orchids, which were used in The Queen’s wedding bouquet, and sea holly, to reflect Prince Philip’s long naval career.The…
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The Queen among the poppies at the Tower

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26th March 2022
The Queen’s deep devotion to the Armed Forces and to the memories of those who have died in conflict has been symbolic of her reign. And in 2014, she paid tribute to those lost in the First World War during a time of remembrance.As the 100th anniversary of the start of World War One approached, the Tower of London began a striking act of commemoration, designed to show the magnitude of…
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The Queen marks another 70th anniversary

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25th March 2022
The Queen has celebrated the 70th anniversary of a company that holds all three Royal warrants.Her Majesty viewed a selection of items by Halcyon Days in a special showing in the White Drawing Room at Windsor Castle.The firm was set up to revive the craft of enamelling on copper and among the display were some of its earliest pieces from the 1950s as well as its most modern designs…
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The Queen at the State Opening of Parliament

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24th March 2022
The Queen’s historic reign has seen many changes but some things remain constant. Among them is the traditional ceremony which allows Britain’s politicians to get down to business: the State Opening of Parliament.All laws are passed in The Queen’s name and require Royal Assent, although this is always a formality and hasn’t been refused since 1707. Real power rests with…
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