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The King to ‘hold Labour MP hostage’ in centuries-old tradition

A Labour MP will be ceremonially “held hostage” at Buckingham Palace during the State Opening of Parliament in a centuries-old tradition dating back to the reign of Charles I. The parliamentarian – who on this occasion is the MP for Scunthorpe, Sir Nic Dakin – remains at the Palace while the monarch travels to Westminster to deliver the King’s Speech. Sir Nic will only be…
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Princess Anne honoured in striking new portrait

A new ceremonial portrait of Princess Anne in her role as Colonel-in-Chief of the British Army’s Intelligence Corps has been unveiled in London. The painting, by acclaimed British portrait artist Louise Pragnell, was revealed on Friday and will go on public display during London Craft Week at Painters’ Hall in the City of London. Commissioned by the Intelligence Corps in 2024, the…
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King Charles admits he can't keep up with Princess Anne as he praises sister's hard work

King Charles has admitted he can’t keep pace with Princess Anne as he completed a visit to Bermuda. Speaking at a reception at Government House in the country as he undertook his first visit to an Overseas Territory as King, Charles III noted the many visits his Royal Family has made there over the years and had particular words to say about his sister. Noting that ”my sister…
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The poignant gesture Queen Camilla made as she arrived in the US

Queen Camilla made a poignant and symbolic gesture as she arrived for the State Visit to the US. The Queen paid a special tribute to Elizabeth II as well as her hosts by wearing an unusual royal jewel that had been largely forgotten about. Pinned to the Dior coat dress she wore for her arrival in Maryland was a Cartier brooch made in the shape of the Union Flag and the Stars and Stripes. And…
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