State & CeremonialThe Netherlands

Details of the Dutch King & Queen's State Visit to the UK revealed

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8th October 2018
Buckingham Palace has released further details about the upcoming State Visit of King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima of the Netherlands when they visit the United Kingdom next month. It has been confirmed that Their Majesties will pay a State Visit as the guests of Queen Elizabeth II from 23rd October to 24th October 2018. The King & Queen will stay at Buckingham Palace for the duration of…
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Prince PhilipState & Ceremonial

The Duke of Edinburgh is absent from Trooping the Colour

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9th June 2018
The Duke of Edinburgh, who turns 97-years-old tomorrow, was absent from Trooping the Colour this morning. Prince Philip, who retired from public duties last year, only now attends the occasional event as and when he feels like he is able to. It was thought that Trooping the Colour would have been one of the few occasions Prince Philip would continue attending. However, it is very likely he will be…
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State & Ceremonial

Emma Thompson awarded Damehood

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8th June 2018
The Queen’s Birthday Honours has been announced and the list includes a few recognisable names, Actress Emma Thompson being one of those. The 59-year-old, born in Paddington, London has been a stationary figure in films, not only in the United Kingdom but across the world. Her work has earned her a Damehood for services to drama. Thompson rose to stardom in Tutti Fruitti and Fortunes of…
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