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The Duke of Kent marks an extraordinary milestone 50 years in the making

The Duke of Kent is celebrating a remarkable milestone as he marks 50 years as Chancellor of the University of Surrey. The Duke was officially appointed to the role on 17 July 1976, succeeding Lord Robens, who had served as the university’s inaugural Chancellor. Over the five decades since his appointment, the 90-year-old Duke has maintained a close relationship with the university…
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Prince Michael of Kent makes rare public appearance as his son Lord Frederick Windsor helps him to his seat at the Wimbledon final

Prince Michael of Kent was helped to his seat by his son, Lord Frederick Windsor, as they joined a packed royal box at Wimbledon on the final day of the Championships. Prince Michael, who will turn 84 next month, looked well but needed assistance as he made his way into the VIP area ahead of the Men’s Singles Final at the All England Club. Lord Frederick guided his father, who was…
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King Charles orders two names struck from the Privy Council

King Charles has formally approved the removal of two former politicians from the Privy Council after both requested their names be taken from one of Britain’s oldest constitutional bodies. Official Orders made “At the Court at Buckingham Palace” on 8 July confirm that Craig Williams and Jeffrey Donaldson have each been removed from the list of Members of His Majesty’s…
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Why the BBC kept the Duchess of Edinburgh's latest appearance secret for weeks

The Duchess of Edinburgh has delighted fans of The Archers by making a surprise cameo appearance in the long-running BBC Radio 4 drama. Sophie, a self-confessed fan of the programme, appeared as herself in Thursday evening’s episode, which was broadcast during the show’s 75th anniversary year. The Duchess secretly recorded her role at the BBC’s Mailbox studios in Birmingham…
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