The Prince of Wales has become patron of the Jewish Lads’ and Girls’ Brigade as the organisation marks its 125th anniversary this year.
The JLGB, as it is called, shared the news on its website Tuesday, noting that Prince Charles’s patronage will help transform the organisation for a new generation due to his care for the youth of the United Kingdom.
“We are delighted and honoured to…
The Duchess of Cornwall visited the HMS ASTUTE on Friday at Her Majesty’s Naval Base Clyde to meet with the commanding officer of the submarine and members of its crew.
It was revealed in a statement from the Royal Navy that Camilla’s visit was meant to mark the 10th…
The Duchess of Cornwall undertakes first engagement with The Rifles Regiment
10th September 2020
The Duchess of Cornwall carried out her first engagement as Colonel-in-Chief of The Rifles Regiment earlier this week, visiting their barracks at Beachley Barracks in Gloucestershire on Monday.
Camilla became Colonel-in-Chief of the Regiment following The Duke of…
Tuesday, the Duchess of Cornwall stepped out for another public engagement, this time, visiting Ivydale Primary School in London to mark International Literacy Day.
The Duchess’s visit was to open the school’s new library and launch the National Literacy Trust’s Virtual School Library. Opening Monday, the library will provide primary school children in the UK with a free…
Duchess of Cornwall writes op-ed on domestic violence and the lockdown
5th September 2020
The Duchess of Cornwall is urging anyone that’s worried about a loved one or friend that could be suffering from domestic violence to “reach in” and help them, especially amid the pandemic.
Writing in The Guardian, Camilla cited statistics showing a…
Boy backed by Duchess of Cornwall to cycle and raise literacy awareness
23rd August 2020
An eight-year-old reader is undertaking a cycling challenge to raise money for the National Literacy Trust, weeks after writing to The Duchess of Cornwall about his love of reading.
The youngster, Milan, began his fundraising efforts last week, hoping to raise £1,000 for…
The Duchess of Cornwall has released her summer reading list to ‘provide a bit of escapism’ to readers.
Her reading list includes mysteries, classics and contemporary works, and Camilla said in a statement: “I am delighted to share a few more of my favourite books. At present, it might be ambitious to describe them as ‘beach reads,’ but I very much hope they provide a welcome bit of…
Prince Charles celebrates special anniversary for largest Hindu Temple in UK
21st August 2020
On Thursday, Prince Charles joined Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, among other leaders, to mark the 25th anniversary of the first Hindu temple in the western hemisphere, the Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in London.
In its 25 years, the temple has become a centre for…
Prince of Wales sends message of support to Australians after COVID-19 resurrgence
20th August 2020
The Prince of Wales has sent a message of support to Australians after COVID-19 cases have surged in the state of Victoria.
“I have always felt a special fondness for Victoria, having spent six very happy months there at school 54 years ago and having had a chance to…
The Prince of Wales has told World War Two veterans that they are ”respected, thanked and cherished with all our hearts, and for all time”. Prince Charles’ words came as he led tributes on the 75th anniversary of VJ Day.
The prince was speaking at a special ceremony at the National Arboretum in Staffordshire, held on the morning of August 15th 2020. He was accompanied by the…
