A new fully automated parcel sorting machine which can process 180,000 parcels per day has been installed by Royal Mail in its Tyneside Mail centre. The machine – officially opened by Gateshead MP Ian Mearns – is an intelligent system of conveyor belts and scanning technology that automatically sorts parcels …
Read More »The Queen’s absence cast a ‘dark cloud’ over Remembrance Sunday
The absence of the Queen cast a ‘dark cloud’ over Remembrance Sunday at the Cenotaph – but she was represented by three ‘wonderful women’ on the balcony in Camilla, Kate and Sophie, royal experts said today. The 95-year-old monarch was said to be ‘deeply disappointed’ at having to take the …
Read More »Royal family told they can sue Netflix hit over their portrayals
The Royal Family could have grounds to sue Netflix over their portrayal in The Crown, after friends of the firm sought their own legal advice. Worried about how they themselves are likely to be portrayed in the upcoming fifth series, close friends of the Royal Family reportedly approached law firms Farrer …
Read More »Slimmed down royal family attends Royal Albert Hall for this year’s Festival of Remembrance
The Duchess of Cambridge shared a fond moment with Prince Charles last night as they joined other family members for the annual Royal British Legion Festival of Remembrance at the Royal Albert Hall. For the first time, it was apparent how slimmed down the Family has become, with fewer in …
Read More »Royal Marine is ‘dying of cancer after MoD-sponsored medical trial failed to identify brain tumour’
Royal Marine Lance Corporal Rian Ilett’s tumour was benign when it appeared on an MRI scan in 2017 A Royal Marine is facing death after a Ministry of Defence-sponsored medical trial failed to identify his brain tumour. Lance Corporal Rian Ilett’s tumour was benign when it appeared on an MRI scan …
Read More »Delivered to hell: Wronged Subpostmasters were branded criminals, jailed and even driven to suicide
Between sobs, Wendy Buffrey poured out her relief — and her anger. ‘I can’t believe it’s all over,’ she declared at the Royal Courts of Justice in London in April this year. ‘Nearly 14 years . . . It’s horrendous we were all put in this position in the first place. …
Read More »Meghan Markle texted her aide to say Harry faced ‘constant berating’ from royal family
The Duchess of Sussex texted a former aide that Harry faced ‘constant berating’ from the royal family over her strained relationship with her estranged father Thomas, messages released today – which he saved under the name ‘Tilly’ – have shown. Meghan, 40, sued Associated Newspapers Limited (ANL), the publisher of …
Read More »Prince Charles’ top aide quits: Pressure of ongoing inquiry leads to shock resignation
The Prince of Wales’ right-hand man dramatically quit last night over the ‘cash for honours’ inquiry. Michael Fawcett has resigned from his post as chief executive of The Prince’s Foundation, with friends saying he is ‘heartbroken’ and ‘shattered’ by events. He has also had his private contract to organise events for …
Read More »Royal Mail deadline for its free letters to Santa service is December 10 if children want a reply from Reindeerland in the North Pole
Royal Mail is urging parents to post their children’s letters to Santa in plenty of time. Father Christmas is one of the organisation’s biggest customers in December – as it ships thousands of letters to his team of elves and organises the delivery of their free replies. Royal Mail is …
Read More »West Ham should pause and take in the view of their incredible position
West Ham have had an incredible start to this season, and their fans should pause this international break to take in the scale of their club’s achievements. By whichever metric you choose to use, this has already been a spectacular season for West Ham United. In the Premier League, …
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