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Businesswoman Kavita Oberoi discusses collecting her OBE at the Palace

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2nd February 2015
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…
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Royal Central Conversations: Desmond Thompson

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4th November 2014
<![CDATA[In November 2013, The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) launched a new honour amongst their ranks: The Queen's Medal. The Medal is reserved for veterinary surgeons whose careers and lifetime achievements deserve wider recognition. With the support…
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A Painting Fit For The Queen: Royal Central talks to Michael Hanrahan

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6th October 2014
<![CDATA[Although the name may not seem familiar at first, this Irish artist certainly has a fascinating story to tell. 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…
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Interview: etiquette with The Royal Butler

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21st August 2014
<![CDATA[Ever wondered which way to take your afternoon tea? Or what the rules at the dinner table are? Fear not! I have had the chance to speak to The Prince of Wales's former butler, Grant Harrold, to ask all these burning questions and find out a little more about…
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Interview: What was it like to attend a party at Buckingham Palace?

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20th July 2014
<![CDATA[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…
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