Prince & Princess of Wales

Praise for the Windrush pioneers from The Queen as William and Kate unveil special memorial

Members of the Royal Family marked Windrush Day on 22 June, with The Queen recognising the “profound contribution” the Windrush generation has made in the United Kingdom through the years. On 22 June 1948, a ship named Windrush arrived in Essex carrying hundreds of Caribbean migrants who had been offered jobs in an effort to boost the British economy following World War II. The…
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A future king makes his debut: the moment Charles and Diana presented baby William to the world

A picture is worth a thousand words and sometimes captures the essence of a moment more than the most perfect prose. The royal story is filled with images that tell a tale all of their own. As the Duke of Cambridge marks his fortieth birthday, we rewind to his very famous debut in London. The picture – June 22nd 1982, St. Mary’s Hospital, Paddington, London [getty…
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The Earl and Countess of Wessex mark the Platinum Jubilee in Cyprus

The Earl and Countess of Wessex are making their first official visit to Cyprus where they have taken part in celebrations for The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. Edward and Sophie met members of the British Cypriot community at a Jubilee reception hosted by the British High Commissioner in Nicosia. The celebration also marked The Queen’s birthday. Beneath trees decked with Union Jack…
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Prince & Princess of Wales

Duchess of Cambridge calls on people to celebrate the work of Children's Hospices

In honour of Together for Short Lives’ Children’s Hospice Week, the Duchess of Cambridge has sent a personal message of support. The Duchess is asking people to join her in celebrating the work done across the UK’s 54 children’s hospices – helping children and young people with life-limiting conditions as well as supporting their families. Taking place from 20…
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