Spain

Felipe VI praises his father, Juan Carlos, on important anniversary

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24th February 2021
King Felipe VI of Spain has praised his father, King Juan Carlos, in a speech marking the 40th anniversary of the attempted coup which saw army officers hold politicians hostage in parliament.Juan Carlos is widely credited with ensuring the coup attempt failed. As the officers took control of parliament on February 23rd 1981, Juan Carlos spoke on television, denouncing the move. It came to an…
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British Royals

The Royal Family plan virtual Commonwealth Day as major celebration cancelled

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22nd February 2021
The annual Commonwealth Day service at Westminster Abbey has been cancelled because of the coronavirus pandemic. The ceremony was due to take place on March 7th 2021.Commonwealth Day sees the Royal Family come together at the Abbey for a service celebrating all the member countries of the organisation. The ceremony focuses on achievements and future hopes and usually sees the majority of the…
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The Sussexes

Patronages still held by the Duke and Duchess of Sussex confirm their links

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19th February 2021
As The Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s departure as senior royals is made permanent, several of their most high profile patronages and associations are returned to The Royal Family. The couple have said they will continue to support the organisations, even without an official role. And as they start a new phase of their lives, they retain patronages with several charities which are personal…
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Spain

King Felipe makes first public appearance following violent protests in Madrid and Barcelona

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19th February 2021
King Felipe of Spain has made his first public appearance since violent protests erupted in Madrid and Barcelona in support of a rapper sent to prison for attacking the Spanish Monarchy.Felipe was well away from crowds during his engagement which took place less than 24 hours after thousands of people took to the streets across Spain to call for the release of Pablo Husel who is now serving a…
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