British Royals

King Charles admitted to hospital for planned treatment

The King has been admitted to hospital for planned prostate treatment. His Majesty went in on the morning of January 26th 2024. Queen Camilla was with him at the time. The treatment was announced last week. His Majesty will undergo a procedure for an enlarged prostate. At the time his hospital stay was announced, The King said he hoped his statement would encourage others to seek…
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British Royals

If ever a wedding dress summed up a bride, it was the gown chosen by Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh

If ever a royal wedding dress summed up its wearer, it was the gown chosen by Sophie Rhys-Jones for her marriage to Prince Edward on 19 June 1999 at St George’s Chapel, Windsor. Subtle, elegant and classic, this was the final Windsor bridal dress of the 20thcentury and it saw in a new era with style. Sophie and Edward’s big day might have been a modern marriage but it had an air of…
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British Royals

Counsellors of State won't be needed when King Charles goes into hospital

Counsellors of State will not be needed to deputise for The King when he goes into hospital for planned surgery next week. His Majesty is to be treated for a benign enlarged prostate in the coming days. However, it has been confirmed that he will be able to carry out all of his constitutional duties during his brief time in hospital and during his recovery and Counsellors of State won’t be…
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Prince & Princess of Wales

The Princess of Wales cancels public duties until after Easter following major surgery

The Princess of Wales is not expected to undertake any public duties until at least Easter following her admission to hospital on Tuesday for abdominal surgery. Her Royal Highness is due to stay in hospital for up-to 14 days, before continuing her recovery at home in Windsor. To aid her recovery, Catherine has cancelled her upcoming diary of engagements until after the Easter period. Her…
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