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VE Day: King George VI's Speech in full

On May 8th 2020, the Queen will speak to her country and her Commonwealth to mark the 75th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day. Her own VE Day address will take place at 9pm, the exact time her father, King George VI, spoke as World War Two came to an end in Europe seventy five years before. On this historic occasion, Royal Central shares the words of King George VI on VE Day, in full. Today…
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Duchess of Cambridge to launch photography project inspired by national mood

The Duchess of Cambridge will launch a new photography project today that aims to capture the “spirit, mood, hopes, fears and feelings” of the United Kingdom as the country deals with the COVID-19 pandemic. ‘Hold Still’ was spearheaded by Kate and the National Portrait Gallery, one of her patronages, to encourage people to submit their photographic portraits for consideration under one…
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Video of Archie Mountbatten-Windsor released to support charity

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have released a video on Archie’s first birthday featuring the Duchess reading to her son. The videos are also in support of two charities, Save the Children and No Kid Hungry. The Duchess of Sussex reads ‘Duck Rabbit’ to Archie as Prince Harry is behind the camera recording and cheering them on. The storytime videos with Archie were released to raise…
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May Jewels: Britain's Best Emeralds

During her record breaking reign, Queen Elizabeth II has worn many pieces of jewellery. The Monarch owns an historic collection of jewels, privately held and others part of the vast royal legacy she oversees. While there are countless pieces of jewellery to note, Royal…
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Five reasons why The Queen will NOT abdicate

The Prince of Wales is clearly ready and primed to step up his duties as The Queen reduces her own. For all of his life, Prince Charles has been preparing for the role that he will one day fulfil, though not just yet. To completely dispel any idea that abdication is the word on The Queen’s lips at the moment, here are five reasons why Her Majesty won’t abdicate. 1. ‘I DECLARE BEFORE YOU…
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