British Royals

Why Prince Charles and Prince William both have to attend the State Opening of Parliament in The Queen's absence

The Prince of Wales and the Duke of Cambridge will attend the State Opening of Parliament today as The Queen misses the ceremony for the first time in almost 60 years. And while Prince Charles will read The Queen’s speech, both he and Prince William need to be present for the machinery of state to operate. They are both attending Parliament on May 10th 2022 as Counsellors of State. The…
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British Royals

The royals who will join The Queen on the Buckingham Palace balcony at the Platinum Jubilee

It’s one of the most highly anticipated parts of the Platinum Jubilee celebrations. The moment that the Royal Family walk out on to the balcony of Buckingham Palace after Trooping the Colour is one that will be watched around the world. And now we know who will stand at The Queen’s side at this historic moment in her historic reign. Buckingham Palace doesn’t usually announce a…
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Prince & Princess of Wales

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge lead royal remembrance on Anzac Day

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge took their turn in leading the Royal Family in remembrance on Anzac Day, a day to honour Australians and New Zealanders killed in war. It’s held on the anniversary of the Gallipoli landings during World War One. The two attended a Service of Commemoration and Thanksgiving at Westminster Abbey in London. During the service, the Dean of Westminster, David…
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British Royals

Prince William's unexpected statement at end of royal tour

The Duke of Cambridge has reaffirmed his message of support for Commonwealth countries as he issued a statement at the end of his royal tour to the Caribbean. In an unexpected missive, released as he and the Duchess of Cambridge left the Bahamas at the end of a week long visit taking in three countries, Prince William said that their latest tour had ”brought into even sharper focus…
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