Queen only picks up phone for two people and its not closest royals

BBC reports on tributes to Queen for Platinum Jubilee Sign up for FREE now and never miss the top royal stories again SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Her Majesty has been able to fulfil her wish to attend this year’s Chelsea Flower Show, as she appeared on Monday afternoon (May 23) in a buggy. Last week, Buckingham Palace warned while the monarch hoped to be in attendance, the decision would be made on the day. The head of state has attended the Royal Horticultural Society’s world-famous event in London , of which she is a patron, more than 50 times during her 70-year reign — but recent ill health and mobility issues had made her presence uncertain. Related articles Michael Sheen claimed Queen 'shoved him … [Read more...] about Queen welcomes ‘commoners’ marrying into Royal Family after Sarah Ferguson ‘disaster’

Princess Anne hosts veterans’ garden party in Queen’s absence Sign up for FREE now and never miss the top royal stories again SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info The Princess Royal, 71, has long been praised for her tireless work ethic, and in the past royal fans have called her “so inspirational” and “a credit to the Royal Family .” When she was born, the Queen’s second child and only daughter was third in line to the throne but is now 17th. Related articles Michael Sheen claimed Queen 'shoved him away' during OBE event Meghan Markle and Prince Harry part company with Archewell spin doctor Due to the “male-preference primogeniture” that was in place when she was born in 1950, Anne is succeeded … [Read more...] about ‘Bedrock of duty’ Princess Anne missing out on top royal role is ‘sad for Britain’

Royal troops rehearse for the Queen's Platinum Jubilee Sign up for FREE now and never miss the top royal stories again SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Levelling Up Secretary Michael Gove has written to local authorities, insisting they "make one final push" to make sure celebrations are not frustrated. Street parties are being organised across the UK for the four-day Bank Holiday weekend from June 2 to mark Her Majesty's historic 70 years on the throne. Related articles UK expats in post-Brexit 'depression' - ‘Can’t even go home’ Father-of-two runs off with Ukrainian refugee after ten days However, in some places, bunting has been banned from lamp posts and organisers have been told to complete … [Read more...] about War on council red tape to let Britons properly celebrate Queen’s Platinum Jubilee

BBC reports on tributes to Queen for Platinum Jubilee Sign up for FREE now and never miss the top royal stories again SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Queen Elizabeth II , 96, celebrates her Platinum Jubilee next month to mark her 70 years on the throne. Britain’s longest-serving monarch succeeded her father King George VI as Sovereign in 1952 aged just 25. Since then, Her Majesty has negotiated many testing moments and steered the Royal Family through a string of crises. One particularly tough year was 1992 when the Queen’s primary residence Windsor Castle went up in flames. Related articles Michael Sheen claimed Queen 'shoved him away' during OBE event Meghan Markle and Prince Harry part company … [Read more...] about Queen’s bid to save monarchy and finances: ‘Genius plan’ to open up Palace

Harry and Meghan: Balcony to be 'decided by Queen' says Jobson Sign up for FREE now and never miss the top royal stories again SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Members of the Royal Family will step out on Buckingham Palace's balcony as part of Trooping the Colour, which kicks off the four-day weekend on Thursday, June 2. But royal expert Hugo Vickers predicts the monarch, 96, will make a second balcony appearance after the Jubilee Pageant on Sunday, June 5, which is the finale of the extravaganza. Related articles Royal crisis as young people predict END of monarchy after Queen Royal Family LIVE: Kate and William 'nightmare' for Harry and Meghan Mr Vickers said the Queen could be joined by the … [Read more...] about Queen tipped to make SECOND Jubilee balcony appearance with nod to future Royal Family

Zara Tindall's love of horses discusses by commentators Sign up for FREE now and never miss the top royal stories again SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info The Queen's children Prince Charles, Princess Anne and Prince Edward serve as working royals, as does Edward's wife Sophie, Countess of Wessex. The Queen's grandson and future King, Prince William , is also a working royal alongside his wife Kate, Duchess of Cambridge. The Queen's beloved cousins, the Duke of Kent, Duke of Gloucester and Princess Alexandra, also serve the Queen in a working capacity, but aside from these royals, the rest have to work to earn a living. Related articles Meghan slammed for 'wiping Harry's face' in new California pics … [Read more...] about Royal Family members who have had ‘surprising’ jobs – from shop assistant to sports star

Harry and Meghan to bring Netflix crew to Jubilee says Myers Sign up for FREE now and never miss the top royal stories again SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are reportedly filming a docuseries for Netflix as part of their multi-million deal with the streaming platform. Ex-royal aide Dickie Arbiter discussed the Sussexes' upcoming project and where it stands in comparison to their Oprah Winfrey interview last year. The pair sparked mixed reactions after discussing their experience within the Royal Family a year after stepping down from their official roles. Related articles Michael Sheen claimed Queen 'shoved him away' during OBE event Meghan Markle and Prince Harry … [Read more...] about ‘Smacks of desperation’ Queen’s former aide savages Harry and Meghan docuseries project

BBC reports on tributes to Queen for Platinum Jubilee Sign up for FREE now and never miss the top royal stories again SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Next month, Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee will be celebrated across the country, marking the monarch’s historic 70-year reign. Festivities will culminate in a special four-day weekend from Thursday, June 2 to Sunday, June 5. Her Majesty is Britain’s longest-serving monarch, having ascended the throne at the age of 25 in 1952. Related articles Royal POLL: Should William and Charles welcome Harry back? Queen kissed by Russia’s Boris Yeltsin: ‘Appreciated gallant gesture’ However, Elizabeth was not always destined for queenship. Her … [Read more...] about Edward VIII’s shock abdication ‘completely shaped’ Queen’s reign and character

Nigel Farage savages Prince Harry over 'appalling' disrespect Sign up for FREE now and never miss the top royal stories again SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Royal commentator Camilla Tominey said that relations between Prince Harry and Meghan Markle and the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are still quite “distant”. She said: “I don't know what the Cambridges are thinking about [Meghan and Harry] being at the Platinum Jubilee right now because we know that relations between both couples still remain quite distant. Related articles Queen 'starting to get fed up' with key aspect of royal visits Queen warned over Sussexes UK visit Speaking about Charles, she said: “Of course, Prince … [Read more...] about Royal POLL: Should William and Charles welcome Harry back with open arms?

Zara Tindall's love of horses discusses by commentators Sign up for FREE now and never miss the top royal stories again SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Princess Anne 's daughter launched her very own website, entirely focused on her sporting success. The webpages under the domain zaratindall.com focus entirely on the accomplished equestrian's career on the turf and as a brand ambassador. Related articles Michael Sheen claimed Queen 'shoved him away' during OBE event Meghan Markle and Prince Harry part company with Archewell spin doctor On the other hand, there is no mention of her royal relatives or heritage. Similarly, her private life is kept very much out of the website, with her husband … [Read more...] about Zara Tindall launches new website – with no mention of Royal Family links or husband Mike