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Cricket, parrots and the Commonwealth Games: Edward and Sophie continue their Caribbean tour

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25th April 2022
As the Earl and Countess of Wessex continued their royal tour of the Caribbean, day two brought a mixture of two things that you wouldn’t think go together, parrots and cricket. The Earl met Commonwealth Games athletes as he watched a race held in honour of the Platinum Jubilee and a T10 women’s cricket match at Arnos Vale Playing Field. While at the match he presented the trophy…
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The Countess of Wessex on working visit to New York City

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17th March 2022
The Countess of Wessex is spending time in the United States as she takes on a solo four-day visit to New York City, taking on a series of events focused on the Commonwealth and Women’s Rights. The Countess met Consuls Generals from across the Commonwealth who are based in the Big Apple and stopped by the St George’s Society of New York. This is a society that supports British and…
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The Countess of Wessex puts focus on women and girl's education

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9th March 2022
Amid the week of International Women’s Day, the Countess of Wessex attended a reception at Downing Street for the launch of the Girl’s Educations Skills Partnership, a new initiative to improve girls’ access to education and employment in developing countries. Launched by Prime Minister Boris Johnson, the £20million partnership will continue to help as the United…
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Prince Edward busts a move in tartan at National Youth Theatre fundraiser

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1st March 2022
Prince Edward spent Monday night with Bridgerton star Regé-Jean Page and Gone Girl actress Rosamund Pike in support of one of his patronages, the National Youth Theatre. Wearing a striking burgundy velvet blazer and tartan trousers, the Earl of Wessex attended the National Youth Theatre Nostalgic Fantastic Fundraising Gala. Prince Edward, Page, Pike, and many other celebrities gathered…
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