While concerns have been raised over the health of the Duke of Edinburgh this week, following his admission to hospital for treatment for a pre-existing condition, MPs have been debating how to mark his centenary. Prince Philip will turn 100 in June 2021 and one politician has earmarked that date for a very special event.
Almost as soon as the House of Commons was back in business following the…
The birthday of the Duke of Edinburgh has been marked in right royal fashion with gun salutes across the United Kingdom. Bells have also been run to mark the anniversary of the birth of Philip, Britain’s longest serving royal consort.
Appropriately enough for the Duke…
The Duke of Edinburgh in good form as he attends the wedding of Lady Gabriella Windsor
18th May 2019
It’s his third high profile appearance in less than two weeks and the Duke of Edinburgh seemed on top form as he arrived at St. George’s Chapel, Windsor for the royal wedding of the year. Prince Philip, who celebrates his 98th birthday next month, smiled broadly…
In the hours since news came through that the Duke of Edinburgh has been involved in a car accident, there has been much debate about whether the 97-year-old prince should continue to drive on public roads. Police continue to investigate the incident and we don’t know what caused the collision right now. But, as often happens with accidents involving older motorists, it’s led to discussions…
The Queen’s year has a seemingly unalterable shape to it and yet each twelve months is peppered with differences while staying true to the tradition that has made it so familiar. The past twelve months has brought a busy public diary for Elizabeth II while behind…
Prince Philip has been a well-known character for many decades, not least for his numerous gaffes. For example, he once told the President of Nigeria that he looked like someone who was ready to go to bed while the President was wearing his national dress.
The truth is that…
Yesterday, the Duke of Edinburgh underwent a full hip replacement surgery. As the Duke is recovering and expected to stay in hospital for a few days, gifts have been arriving at hospital from well-wishers.
Earlier today several people arrived at the private King Edward VII Hospital in central London where Prince Philip is recovering from his scheduled hip replacement surgery. Those people had…
Members of the Royal Family take up important positions as they represent their country. Therefore, they are expected to act dignified, diplomatic and are expected to be on their best behaviour at all times. However, not all royals succeed in this task. From time to time…
The Royal Mint has created a set of coins to commemorate the 70th wedding anniversary of the Queen and Prince Philip who were married on the 20Â November 1947.
The exclusive collection includes the unusual feature of the pair being pictured together, which has not occurred…
King Felipe and Queen Letizia of Spain have arrived in the United Kingdom. Their official State Visit is set to begin tomorrow and will last three days.
In the late afternoon, King Felipe and Queen Letizia departed from the Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport in Madrid. Their Majesties travelled with a delegation of politicians, and this evening the Spanish King and Queen landed at Luton…
