Parts of Prince Andrew’s home appear to be crumbling – months after he refused to leave and reassured the King that he would see to its expensive repairs. Claims emerged last year that Andrew, 64, could not meet the £400,000-a-year upkeep of Royal Lodge, which has 30-rooms and is thought …
Read More »Inside Harry and Meghan’s Nigerian tour: Meghan will be treated as a ‘warrior princess’, they will have their own ‘royal’ entourage – and there may be a ceremonial tug of war, reveals SARAH RAINEY
Cheering crowds, colourful bouquets and a plush red carpet: when Prince Charles and Princess Diana touched down in Nigeria on March 15, 1990, legions of fans lined the runway to welcome them. Every step of their five-day tour was recorded in fulsome detail by the world’s press, who joined them …
Read More »King Charles’ attendance at this year’s royal garden parties ‘will be confirmed on the day’ as he continues his cancer treatment, Palace announces
The attendance of King Charles III and other Royal Family members at garden parties this summer will be ‘confirmed on the day’, Buckingham Palace said today. Two of the traditional gatherings will take place in the Buckingham Palace Garden in London later this month – next Wednesday, May 8 and …
Read More »Post Office lawyer does not ‘recall seeing’ report that might have stopped wrongful conviction
Mr Beer pressed Mr Singh further on the report, saying: “All of this: ‘If I received it, if I read it’ – it’s a big fat lie, isn’t it? And you know it, Mr Singh.” Responding, Mr Singh said: “Sir, I didn’t come here to lie, I’m at an age …
Read More »A hug for the niece! Smiling King Charles is embraced by Zara Tindall at the Royal Windsor Horse Show just days after monarch returned to official public duties following cancer diagnosis
Zara Tindall gave her Uncle Charles a big hug today as the King made a surprise appearance at the Royal Windsor Horse Show while his cancer treatment continues. Zara beamed as she saw Charles at the event in Berkshire during what was his third engagement in four days – while …
Read More »SARAH VINE answers your questions RECAP: From politics to the Royal Family and Taylor Swift to Baby Reindeer, no subject was off limits for the Mail’s star columnist
By Sarah Vine Published: 09:33 EDT, 1 May 2024 | Updated: 11:10 EDT, 1 May 2024 Advertisement MAILBOX: In our new Q&A series, we’re inviting you to submit your questions on any topic to be answered by some of the Mail’s brilliant stars. SARAH VINE was in the hotseat this …
Read More »This arts-loving royal, who turns 60 today, was born in a palace but lives in a terraced house! (A posh one, naturally). She was a big favourite of Queen Elizabeth and King Charles
When she was born at Kensington Palace on May 1, 1964, Lady Sarah Armstrong-Jones was seventh in the line of succession. Weighing 6lb and 2oz, she was the first direct descendant of a sovereign in 145 years – since Queen Victoria’s birth in 1819 – to have been born at …
Read More »William says Kate is ‘doing well’ as he delights fans with surprise royal walkabout: Prince meets cheeky toddler who pretended it was his birthday to grab his attention as chatted with well-wishers during visit to suicide charity
A toddler pretended it was his birthday so he could get Prince William’s attention today as the heir to the throne surprised fans during a walkabout in Newcastle – and said Kate was ‘doing well’. Three-year-old Kevin made the cheeky claim as the Prince of Wales arrived at James’s Place, …
Read More »First class decision! Royal Mail ditches controversial £5 fines on letters using ‘fake’ stamps
Charge dropped until at least July while app to highlight fakes is developed Customers will be able to scan stamp barcodes to check if they are genuine Experts warn this will not help elderly customers who rely on service to pay bills By Adele Cooke Published: 20:09 EDT, 29 April …
Read More »Election chief’s reminder message for voters ahead of 2 May polls
Manchester voters in two elections taking place this Thursday, 2 May, are being reminded of polling arrangements. Along with electors in the other nine boroughs of Greater Manchester, voters will be selecting the Mayor of Greater Manchester in mayoral elections. They will also be casting their votes across …
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