The King of the Belgians has made a
heartfelt plea in his Christmas message for the country to come
together and face the future with hope. King Philippe’s Christmas
address focused on the many challenges millions across Belgium have
faced in the past year and the work and dedication of those who
have helped others in their hardest moments. And he urged everyone
to put aside fear and mistrust…
The poignant symbol of love chosen by The Queen as she pays tribute to Prince Philip
24th December 2021
The Queen has chosen a highly symbolic
brooch to wear for her Christmas Day broadcast and she’s underlined
its importance by placing a poignant photo next to her as she
delivers her address. Her Majesty decided on a sapphire and diamond
brooch that she has worn at some…
A Service of Thanksgiving for Prince
Philip will be held at Westminster Abbey in the spring of 2022. The
Queen has given the go ahead to the service which will take place
around the time of the first anniversary of his death. Family,
friends and representatives of some…
A round dozen cities across the UK have
entered the competition to win special status to mark The Queen’s
Jubilee. The contest will see them awarded either Lord Mayor or
Lord Provost (in Scotland) status to celebrate the 70th anniversary
of the reign of Elizabeth II. It’s a special status, reserved for
established cities, and allows their mayor or provost to be known
as a Lord Mayor or Lord…
REVEALED: the full list of places applying to be cities for The Queen's Platinum Jubilee
23rd December 2021
The final list of contenders for city
status to mark The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee has been revealed with
some striking entries. The contest to mark the 70th anniversary of
Elizabeth II’s reign is open to British Overseas Territories and
Crown Dependencies for the…
Stanley in the Falkland Islands has
applied for city status as part of the contest marking The Queen’s
Platinum Jubilee. The full list of areas hoping to win the coveted
title has been revealed with the final decision resting with Her
Majesty. She’ll be advised by…
The Queen donated Christmas trees from
Windsor Great Park to stand in Westminster Abbey for the carol
service organised there by the Duchess of Cambridge. And Kate spent
the day before the concert helping decorate the Abbey as final
preparations for the event took place. The Duchess of Cambridge
helps decorate Westminster Abbey for her special carol concert
(Photo by Kensington…
The Duchess of Cambridge's Christmas message for carol service focuses on acts of kindness
22nd December 2021
The Duchess of Cambridge has recorded a
special message ahead of her Christmas carol service and her focus
is on those who need support and the people who have helped their
communities through the many challenges of the pandemic. The
message was recorded at Westminster…
Romance, tragedy and intrigue - the dramatic stories of the royal Christmas Eve babies
22nd December 2021
The Christmas story begins, of course,
with a baby and there’s something about a Christmas birthday that
makes it all the more interesting, even if mean relatives do double
up on presents. Some of the most intriguing royal stories of all
have begun on Christmas Eve…
Senior royals on guard to ensure Christmas celebrations go ahead
21st December 2021
Senior members of the Royal Family,
including the Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall, are
reported to be taking all reasonable precautions to ensure they are
well enough to spend time at Christmas with The Queen. It’s just
been announced that Her Majesty will remain at Windsor Castle for
the festive season, rather than travel to her home at Sandringham,
as coronavirus infection rates…
