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The Royal Family doesn't 'do politics' - so why is it stepping back during an election campaign?

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23rd May 2024
The King had one of the most famous TV personalities round for a chat at Buckingham Palace when 10 Downing Street got in touch to say the PM really needed to see him. Charles III is only just back to public facing engagements after beginning cancer treatment and he is said to be keen to pack in the meetings to highlight causes close to his heart after several quiet months. But as His Majesty…
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Royal Family reviews public engagements it can undertake now General Election campaign under way

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22nd May 2024
The General Election campaign will impact the engagements the Royal Family can under take in the coming six weeks. King Charles spoke to Rishi Sunak on the afternoon of May 22nd 2024 when the Prime Minister asked him to dissolve parliament so that an election can take place. His Majesty gave his assent. The election takes place on July 4th 2024. It means that the UK soon enters the campaign…
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State Visit in jeopardy as King Charles gives nod to general election

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22nd May 2024
The decision of the Prime Minister to call an election on July 4th 2024 puts a long awaited State Visit in peril. The Emperor and Empress of Japan are set to make a State Visit to the UK in June. However, a general election could put that on hold. Despite the pomp and ceremony of State Visits, and the focus on royal ceremonial such as the carriage processions and the State Banquet, the trips…
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Portrait of a princess causes debate

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22nd May 2024
A new portrait of the Princess of Wales has attracted plenty of attention. The painting of Catherine features on the front cover of the new edition of Tatler. It’s the work of artist Hannah Uzor who spoke of her admiration for the Princess as the painting was…
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The royals who have loved the Chelsea Flower Show

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21st May 2024
It’s one of the highlights of the spring and for over 150 years, it’s attracted royalty in large numbers. As the RHS Chelsea Flower Show gets under way in London, The King and Queen have already paid a visit. And they join a long list of regal visitors who have helped turn a celebration of flowers into one of the most famous events in the world. The glorious display of gardens, flowers and…
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