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Could Elizabeth II's historic reign see her become Queen of England?

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14th December 2019
The Queen will go to the Palace of Westminster for the State Opening of Parliament next week following the Conservative victory in the General Election but could it be the last time she performs this ancient tradition as ruler of the United Kingdom? While the Tory majority is making headlines around the world, the other big success story of the night was the sweep across Scotland of the SNP which…
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British RoyalsPrincess Anne and Family

Princess Royal tours Medway Maritime Hospital

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13th December 2019
The Princess Royal received a warm welcome as she toured Medway Maritime Hospital Wednesday afternoon in Gillingham. During her visit, the Princess met with Vice-Lord Lieutenant of Kent Richard Oldfield and the Mayor of Medway, Councillor Habib Tejan (Con). The Princess visited staff working in the emergency department as well as the maternity unit. Anne serves as the current patron of the…
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British RoyalsKing Charles III

The Duchess of Cornwall launches the HMS Prince of Wales

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11th December 2019
The Duchess of Cornwall attended the Commissioning Ceremony for the HMS Prince of Wales, the Royal Navy new aircraft carrier, accompanied by her husband, The Prince of Wales. A Commissioning Ceremony in the Royal Navy marks a “ship’s acceptance into the Royal Navy Fleet,” which is signalled by the “hoisting of the White Ensign (flag) for the first time,” according to Clarence House.
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