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Businesswoman Kavita Oberoi discusses collecting her OBE at the Palace

Last Friday at Buckingham Palace, The Prince of Wales held an investiture giving out honours to men and women who have changed Britain for the better. Among the recipients was businesswoman and entrepreneur Kavita Oberoi, who was awarded an OBE for her services to entrepreneurship and Start-Up businesses. Ms Oberoi’s drive and commitment to succeed has seen her help countless Start-Up businesses…
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Royal Central Conversations: Desmond Thompson

With the support of peers in the House of Lords and Members of Parliament, the College submitted their proposal to the Cabinet Office and Her Majesty The Queen supported the decision to name the award after her. The Queen has been Patron of the College since her accession…
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A Painting Fit For The Queen: Royal Central talks to Michael Hanrahan

Michael Hanrahan, who lives in Lahinch and has a studio and gallery in Ennistymon, is the only living Irish artist with work in the Royal Collection. His claim to fame came after being given media accreditation to access the historical Irish State Visits; firstly of Her Majesty The Queen to Ireland in 2011 and then that of Irish president, Michael D. Higgins, to the UK in 2014. In 1974…
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Interview: etiquette with The Royal Butler

Hi Grant! Your Twitter handle is @TheRoyalButler. So can you tell me a little more about your background and your link with the Royal Family?? I work as an Etiquette and Household Consultant and PA to several VIP, European Royals and high-profile clients. I do this through…
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Interview: What was it like to attend a party at Buckingham Palace?

A few weeks ago, The Brownies celebrated their 100th birthday with a party at Buckingham Palace. The Countess of Wessex and daughter Lady Louise attended the celebration and one Brownie from Newport has spoken to me about her time at The Palace. Millie Leadley is 9 years old and went to the party with her mother, Alexandra. Here is what they had to say about their Royal encounter…. Thanks for…
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