Queen Elizabeth II

The Queen awards the George Cross to the NHS

The Queen has given one of the UK’s highest awards for bravery to the NHS as it celebrates its 73rd birthday. Her Majesty announced the award in a hand written letter, sent from Windsor Castle. The Queen said “It is with great pleasure on behalf of a grateful nation, that I award the George Cross to the National Health Services of the United Kingdom. This award recognises all NHS…
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King Charles III

The Prince of Wales shares an ''irresistible urge'' in a special radio programme

The Prince of Wales has picked some of his favourite songs for a special radio programme marking the UK’s first ”Thank You Day”. The hour long special also celebrates the anniversary of the foundation of the National Health Service and will be broadcast just hours before the NHS marks its birthday. Prince Charles has chosen thirteen songs for the show, all of them associated…
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Queen Elizabeth II

The Queen tells Angela Merkel they are 'making history as she bids auf wiedersehen to the German Chancellor at Windsor Castle

The Queen bid farewell to Angela Merkel on Friday afternoon during an audience at Windsor Castle. In just a few weeks time, Mrs Merkel will step down as the Chancellor of Germany after almost 16 years in power. Friday’s audience was the final opportunity The Queen had to host Mrs Merkel whilst she is in office. As the two world leaders posed for pictures, The Queen told the…
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Prince & Princess of WalesThe Kents

The Duchess of Cambridge joins the Duke of Kent in the Royal Box at Wimbledon

The Duchess of Cambridge joined the Duke of Kent in the Royal Box at Wimbledon on Friday. Located on centre court, the Royal Box hosted Their Royal Highnesses for the very best of the tennis action on Friday afternoon. British players Dan Evans and Sir Andy Murray are among those playing in their third round matches on the court. This is the Duke of Kent’s third visit to Wimbledon…
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