PRINCE ANDREW has been branded "bizarre" after offering odd advice to Brits meeting the Royal Family at Sandringham.
As the Royal Family took part in its annual Christmas walkabout, meeting Brits and wishing them a Merry Christmas, the Duke had a rather strange encounter with some visitors.
Andrew, 62, stopped and ask a woman standing with her dog, “Cold feet?”.
She responded, “Freezing”, to which the disgraced royal replied, “Did you know the trick is to bring a newspaper? Stand on a newspaper and you insulate your feet.”
Onlookers were left baffled by the conversation, with one commenting: “The whole thing was really odd. Andrew stopped in front of us and blurted out the most bizarre advice about keeping warm. I don’t imagine the woman will be testing his theory anytime soon.”
Read our Royal Family blog below for the latest news…
- Shanine Bruder
Here’s when King Charles will celebrate his TWO birthdays
King Charles will celebrate his birthday twice as of 2023 – on November 14 and on the second Saturday of June.
The tradition dates back to King George II in 1748.
Unfortunately for him, he was born in November – a month that does not typically have good weather in the UK.
So he decided to celebrate his birthday on a date that would be warmer and, hopefully, sunnier.
He chose to combine his birthday festivities with a military parade known as Trooping the Colour, which was held in spring.
Since then it’s believed each monarch has followed the tradition.
The Queen originally marked her birthday on the second Thursday in June, but in 1959, the date was changed to the second Saturday in June.
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Coronation to be a ‘massive planning event’ says UK Government
The Prime Minister’s official spokesman said Buckingham Palace was taking the lead on what is a “significant planning event”.
“We are expecting a huge number of foreign heads of state, international dignitaries and of course there will be a huge amount of involvement from the public as well,” the spokesman said.
The “massive” planning operation will involve work “across all government departments”.
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Who is a prince or princess in the Royal Family?
All of Queen Elizabeth II’s four children have titles.
The moment she passed away on September 8, 2022, her eldest son became King Charles III, the first Charles to sit on the throne since 1685.
Her other children are Princess Anne, Prince Andrew, and Prince Edward.
Prince William is the oldest son of King Charles III and Princess Diana and the first in line to the throne.
- William has inherited his father’s Duchy of Cornwall estate and now holds the title of Prince of Wales
- Kate Middleton is the Princess of Wales
- Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis – all hold royal titles
- Prince Harry, Princess Eugenie, and Princess Beatrice also have titles
- Prince Harry’s wife Meghan Markle became a princess when they married but uses the title Duchess of Sussex
- The Queen’s cousin also holds the title of prince – he is Prince Michael of Kent and his wife is Princess Michael of Kent
As Prince George is the firstborn, he is in line to take the throne, after his father.
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King Charles hails Brits in Christmas speech
Speaking in his first-ever Christmas address, King Charles paid tribute to charity workers across the UK.
He said: “I particularly want to pay tribute to all those wonderfully kind people who so generously give food or donations, or that most precious commodity of all – their time – to support those around them in greatest need, together with the many charitable organizations which do such extraordinary work in the most difficult circumstances.”
- Shanine Bruder
Princess Anne set to have a busy New Year
As we enter the New Year, the Royal diary is full off events and engagements set to be attended by the working royals.
One of which is Princess Anne – and she is set to be very busy!
Here’s a look at some of the events she is scheduled to attend in the New Year.
On January 5, 2023, Princess Anne will attend the Oxford Farming Conference.
Days later, on January 11, she will visit The Queen’s Own Gurkha Logistic Regiment deployed on Operation TOSCA in Cyprus.
A day later on January 12, The Princess Royal will attend the Insights: Women in Sport Reception and Panel Discussion.
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How to watch Meghan and Harry’s New Live To Lead documentary
The new interview series presented by Harry and Meghan will showcase extraordinary leaders as they reflect on their legacies and share messages of courage, compassion, humility, hope and generosity.
Live to Lead will debut on Netflix on Saturday, December 31, 2022.
If you’ve not already got a Netflix membership, you can sign up to a plan for £10.99 per month – or £15.99 per month for a premium membership.
- Shanine Bruder
Who are the working royals in the British Royal Family?
“Working royals” are representatives of the monarch and appear on their behalf at official engagements.
This includes going on international tours, hosting state dinners, opening buildings and presenting gongs.
All their expenses – excluding those covered by the Government for things like travel and security – which were previously paid for by the Queen, using income from her private estate, the Duchy of Lancaster, will now be paid for the same way by King Charles.
So who are working royals currently?
- King Charles III
- Camilla, Queen Consort
- Prince William and Kate Middleton
- Anne, The Princess Royal
- Prince Edward and Sophie, The Earl and Countess of Wessex
- Prince Richard and Birgitte, The Duke and Duchess of Gloucester
When did the monarch first appear on banknotes?
Seeing her Majesty’s face on a £5, £10, £20 or £50 note is a shared experience for all Brits.
But did you know this hasn’t always been the case?
Banknotes have not been around for that long, and the sovereign has only appeared on them since 1960.
This means, when King Charles’ face appears on our currency in 2024, he will be only the second monarch, and the first king, to feature on them.
When is the New Year’s Honours list announced?
King Charles’ first New Years honours list will celebrate individuals whose contributions to society, their field, industry or community had a positive impact on life in the UK.
A list of approximately 1,350 names is published twice a year, at the New Year and on the date of the Sovereign’s (official) birthday.
King Charles celebrates his birthday on November 14.
The New Year Honours are awarded as part of the New Year celebrations at the start of January and those for the 2023 year are announced at the end of December.
Recipients of the honours list this year will have a scheduled event at some point in the upcoming year with The King or his regal representative to mark the occasion and award their medals or decoration.
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The King’s Speech was the most watched piece of TV on Christmas Day
Millions of people tuned in to watch King Charles on Christmas Day as he delivered the annual festive message for the first time.
Over 10.72 million watched as the new monarch paid tribute to the late Queen and acknowledged that now is a “time of great hardship” for Brits amid the cost-of-living crisis.
The number was 1.6million up on the Queen’s last ever festive speech – her 69th Christmas address to the nation.
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Royals fans left shocked by Prince Louis Christmas day outfit
Royals fans took to social media to question young Prince Louis outfit on Christmas day.
The child royal wore a black overcoat with matching shorts and knee-high socks.
And it was the shorts fans took issue with.
Taking to Twitter one wrote: “Prince Louis looks adorable except for the shorts
“Absolutely ridiculous to use such an outdated and classist style convention on a freezing day. People are sitting with blankets.”
Agreeing another added: “Why is Louis wearing shorts on such a cold day?”
However, etiquette expert William Hanson said it is all down to tradition dating back to the 16th century.
Speaking to Harper’s Bazaar, he explained: “It’s a very English thing to dress a young boy in shorts.
“Trousers are for older boys and men, whereas shorts on young boys is one of those silent class markers that we have in England.”
Read more here.
- Shanine Bruder
Today’s touching moment between brothers Louis and George
While the Royal Family were on their annual Christmas walk on Sunday, Prince George could be seen guiding his younger brother in a touching gesture.
Body language expert, Judi James, said: “(Prince George) placed a hand on his back in a gesture of reassurance and guidance.
“It is a gesture William and Kate have always used on their children and they were using it again.
“But it was George taking over the caring role here and the sight of the older brother looking out for the younger, more boisterous one was like a flashback to the days when it was William looking after Harry.
“It was a moment of optimism too. William has always learned lessons from the past and perhaps his rift with his own brother will have helped him to encourage and build a stronger and more resilient bond between his own boys.”
Read more here
- Shanine Bruder
Here's when King Charles will celebrate his TWO birthdays
King Charles will celebrate his birthday twice as of 2023 – on November 14 and on the second Saturday of June.
The tradition dates back to King George II in 1748.
Unfortunately for him, he was born in November – a month that does not typically have good weather in the UK.
So he decided to celebrate his birthday on a date that would be warmer and, hopefully, sunnier.
He chose to combine his birthday festivities with a military parade known as Trooping the Colour, which was held in spring.
Since then it's believed each monarch has followed the tradition.
The Queen originally marked her birthday on the second Thursday in June, but in 1959, the date was changed to the second Saturday in June.
- Shanine Bruder
Why do Zara Tindall and Peter Phillips not have titles?
Zara and Peter are the eldest of Queen Elizabeth II's grandchildren and the children of Princess Anne.
They don't participate in royal duties or have official status as HRH.
That's because tradition states that only those with a father in the line of succession can possess the title.
On top of that, Princess Anne turned down the Queen's offer of a title for her children.
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‘Woke’ King Charles is ‘far more’ forgiving than previous monarchs
Writng in The Sun, Clemmie Moodie said King Charles decision to allow Prince Andrew to attend the Royal Family’s Christmas celebrations shows he is a forgiving monarch.
She said: “Andrew’s presence was the only duff note in the new King’s first Christmas Day at the helm.
“But it also plays into Charles’s very MO — he is surely the wokest, most right-on monarch in British history.
“While Henry VIII would have had Andy’s head — or quite possibly willy — lopped off by now, and Richard III would have whacked him in the Tower with nothing but Fergie for entertainment, Charles is far, far more forgiving.”
Read the full piece here.
- Shanine Bruder
Louis spotted giving Kate painitng of Paddington in adorable moment
While on their Christmas walkabout, young Prince Louis was given a painting of Paddington Bear.
In an adorable moment, the little royal could be seen giving the painting to his mum, Kate Middleton, for safe keeping.
Hundreds of Brits met with the Royal Family in Sandringham on on Sunday, wishing the Firm a Merry Christmas.
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Coronation to be a ‘massive planning event’ says UK Government
The Prime Minister’s official spokesman said Buckingham Palace was taking the lead on what is a “significant planning event”.
“We are expecting a huge number of foreign heads of state, international dignitaries and of course there will be a huge amount of involvement from the public as well,” the spokesman said.
The “massive” planning operation will involve work “across all government departments”.
- Shanine Bruder
What is the difference between Queen and Queen Consort?
Throughout British history, the husband or wife of the monarch is known as the consort, a position that has no constitutional role but carries significant prestige.
A queen consort is the wife of a reigning king and usually shares her spouse’s social rank and status.
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King Charles ‘likely’ to hand Camilla new Royal role which will ‘reduce over time’
King Charles ‘likely’ to hand Camilla new Royal role which will ‘reduce over time’
Speculation about just what form the late Queen's beloved racing stable will take in the coming months and years remains rife.
Camilla has a love of horses and ITV Racing presenter Oli Bell – who was labelled 'a lunatic' by Queen Elizabeth II – said the Royal operation would be in 'very safe hands' under her.
He told the Post: "For all that the landscape will be different moving forward, I think it's in very safe hands.
"I know first hand how much Camilla loves horses and also how much her passion for racing has grown in recent years.
"There is clearly an indelible link between the royal family and horse racing.
"I was relieved to hear her enthusiasm, passion and appetite for it."
Read more here.
- Shanine Bruder
Charles’ Coronation guestlist still under wraps – but King ‘loves both his sons’
Charles’ historic ceremony will take place on May 6, and it is understood the pair will have a place at the service if they wish to attend.
Guest lists for the religious affair in Westminster Abbey have yet to be drawn up, but a source told The Daily Telegraph: “All members of the family will be welcome.”
Buckingham Palace declined to comment. But a source said of the King: “He loves both his sons.”
- Shanine Bruder
Who decides who receives a New Years Honours award?
Whether someone gets an honour is decided by the honours committee.
Honours committees are made up of both senior civil servants and people who are independent of government with an independent chairperson.
All nominees are checked by various government departments to make sure they're suitable for honour and this may include checks by HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) before their recommendations are passed on to the Prime Minister, and then the King.
Once all recipients have been decided and checks have been completed, the Central Chancery of the Orders of Knighthood at St James's Palace then arranges for the recipients to be presented with their medals by the King or other members of the Royal Family.
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Her Majesty’s favourite horse dies aged 29
The late Queen’s most beloved horse, Applause, has died aged 29.
He had been living at the Royal Studs in Sandringham since his retirement from racing in 1997.
Applause would go on to sire dozens of top racing horses during the years after his retirement.
The Queen was an avid rider and breader of horses.
Her grandfather, King George V, gifted her a Shetland pony when she was a child – which she named Peggy.
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In pictures: A remarkable and royal year at the Abbey
As 2022 draws to a close, Westminster Abbey has shared a number of snaps, remembering some of this year's royal moments.
The pictures shared were taken in March, when the late Queen and members of the Royal Family gathered for a Service of Thanksgiving for HRH The Duke of Edinburgh.
Take a look below.
- Shanine Bruder
Who is a prince or princess in the Royal Family?
All of Queen Elizabeth II's four children have titles.
The moment she passed away on September 8, 2022, her eldest son became King Charles III, the first Charles to sit on the throne since 1685.
Her other children are Princess Anne, Prince Andrew, and Prince Edward.
Prince William is the oldest son of King Charles III and Princess Diana and the first in line to the throne.
- William has inherited his father's Duchy of Cornwall estate and now holds the title of Prince of Wales
- Kate Middleton is the Princess of Wales
- Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis – all hold royal titles
- Prince Harry, Princess Eugenie, and Princess Beatrice also have titles
- Prince Harry's wife Meghan Markle became a princess when they married but uses the title Duchess of Sussex
- The Queen's cousin also holds the title of prince – he is Prince Michael of Kent and his wife is Princess Michael of Kent
As Prince George is the firstborn, he is in line to take the throne, after his father.
King Charles hails Brits in Christmas speech
Speaking in his first-ever Christmas address, King Charles paid tribute to charity workers across the UK.
He said: “I particularly want to pay tribute to all those wonderfully kind people who so generously give food or donations, or that most precious commodity of all – their time – to support those around them in greatest need, together with the many charitable organizations which do such extraordinary work in the most difficult circumstances.”
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