British Royals

Jubilee goers start to camp out in London for best spots as the Platinum celebrations approach

People are already camping out on the streets near Buckingham Palace to secure the best spots to see the big events of the Platinum Jubilee when the celebrations get under way. The most eager Jubilee goers were in place over forty eight hours before the first set piece moment of the festivities, Trooping the Colour. Tents were pitched at vantage spots along the Mall by those determined to…
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British RoyalsPrince & Princess of Wales

The Duke of Cambridge reviews parade in final showstopping rehearsal for Trooping the Colour

The Duke of Cambridge undertook the Colonel’s Review ahead of Trooping the Colour this week, capping off rehearsals for the kick-off to the Platinum Jubilee weekend. William, who is Colonel of the Irish Guards, conducted the Colonel’s Review—a final dress rehearsal for Trooping the Colour—at Horse Guards Parade in London. The Colonel of the Home Guard regiment that is trooping the…
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British RoyalsMiddle East

The Duke of Cambridge offers The Queen's condolences on death of Emir of Abu Dhabi

The Duke of Cambridge has travelled to Abu Dhabi to offer condolences on the death of the country’s Emir. Prince William arrived in the United Arab Emirates on the morning of May 16th 2022 to pass on condolences on behalf of The Queen and the Royal Family following the death of Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan who was also President of the UAE. He died on May 13th 2022 at the age of 73.
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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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