Prince & Princess of Wales

The Duchess of Cambridge shows support for Shout as it reaches milestone millionth conversation

By
27th January 2022
The Duchess of Cambridge was on hand to thank Shout volunteers as the mental health text line celebrated its millionth conversation. During her visit, Kate met with three Shout volunteers to hear more about their experiences as volunteers and how using the skills they’ve acquired have helped them beyond volunteering with the charity. Selena told Kate that she became a Shout volunteer to…
Read more
Queen Elizabeth II

The Queen arrives at Wood Farm in Sandringham for a sombre start to the Platinum Jubilee

By
23rd January 2022
Buckingham Palace has confirmed that The Queen has arrived at Wood Farm on the Sandringham Estate, a month after her Christmas visit to Norfolk was cancelled. Her Majesty travelled from Windsor Castle to Sandringham by helicopter on Sunday morning. it is expected that the 95-year-old monarch will remain at her country retreat for a number of weeks. As has been tradition for many years…
Read more
British RoyalsPrince & Princess of Wales

Looking ahead to Prince William's visit to Dubai

By
22nd January 2022
The Duke of Cambridge will carry out his first official visit overseas since the pandemic began in February when he visits the United Arab Emirates on behalf of the British government. Kensington Palace announced the news on January 21st 2022, noting that William’s visit—on 10 February—will coincide with the United Arab Emirates’ 50th anniversary and UK National Day’s celebration at…
Read more
British Royals

Platinum Jubilee coin to enter circulation as history is made

By
21st January 2022
A brand new 50p, marking the Platinum Jubilee, will go into circulation in the UK in the hours after history is made. The specially designed coin will be landing in purses and tills from February 7th 2022, the day after The Queen reaches the 70th anniversary of her reign. The 50p is already available to buy as a collector’s edition from the Royal Mint. However, on the day after the…
Read more