Prince & Princess of Wales

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge join tributes to Dame Deborah James

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have led tributes to Dame Deborah James following her death. The 40-year-old podcaster lost her battle with bowel cancer on June 28 2022. Following the news, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge wrote on social media: “We are so sad to hear the heartbreaking news about Dame Deborah. Our thoughts are with her children, her family and her loved ones. Deborah…
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Platinum Jubilee focus for Edward and Sophie with presentation of special medals

Several members of the Royal Family are in Scotland for Holyrood Week, including The Earl and Countess of Wessex. Edward and Sophie are known as the Earl and Countess of Forfar in Scotland, and they were in Moray on June 28 2022 to meet with volunteers and celebrate the Platinum Jubilee.  The couple first visited Gordonstoun, Edward and his late father’s alma mater, to present…
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The Queen receives keys to City of Edinburgh to start Holyrood Week

The Queen has arrived at the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh to start the week of engagements that traditionally takes place at the start of summer. Her Majesty’s arrival was only confirmed a few hours before her car drove into the Palace’s grounds. She was accompanied by the Earl and Countess of Wessex. Holyrood Week usually takes place at the end of June and includes a…
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Prince Charles commissions portraits of the Windrush generation

The Prince of Wales has commissioned a series of portraits of the Windrush generation as he focuses on ensuring their impact and contribution is fully recognised. Prince Charles will bring together some of the best portrait artists in the Commonwealth to paint members of the Windrush generation who will be chosen by a committee headed by Baroness Benjamin. The baroness’ own family…
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