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New anointing screen will give Charles privacy during coronation anointing

New anointing screen will give Charles privacy during coronation anointing

Queen Elizabeth used just a canopy during her 1953 coronation but Charles has opted for more seclusion behind a three-sided screen.

King’s coronation route is far shorter than his mother’s in 1953

King’s coronation route is far shorter than his mother’s in 1953

The return journey will cover 1.3 miles compared to the late Queen’s five-mile expedition around central London which took two hours to complete.

How does a British coronation differ from Europe’s other monarchies?

How does a British coronation differ from Europe’s other monarchies?

There are 12 sovereign monarchies left on the continent, with 10 of them hereditary, and two, Vatican City and Andorra, elective.

Who are the Pages of Honour and Ladies in Attendance at the coronation?

Who are the Pages of Honour and Ladies in Attendance at the coronation?

Family friends and close relatives have been chosen for the key supporting roles by Charles and Camilla.

How ex-King Edward VIII settled down in front of TV to watch niece’s coronation

How ex-King Edward VIII settled down in front of TV to watch niece’s coronation

The abdicated Duke of Windsor was not invited to his brother George VI’s coronation nor Elizabeth II’s.

130,000 civil servants join industrial action over pay and conditions

130,000 civil servants join industrial action over pay and conditions

Members of the Public and Commercial Services union in 132 Government departments are walking out on Friday.

The royal family has been captured in art for generations

The royal family has been captured in art for generations

A Government-funded scheme is offering public authorities the chance to claim a free portrait of the King ahead of his coronation in May.

Seven children’s books explaining the royals

Seven children’s books explaining the royals

As the Coronation rolls around, here are the books that will help your children understand who the royals are.

What the papers say – April 28

What the papers say – April 28

A wide variety of stories featured on the front pages of British newspapers on Friday.

Four men charged after murder in southwest London

Four men charged after murder in southwest London

The 22-year-old victim died from a gunshot wound to the chest.

Tory MP Julian Knight ‘faces fresh sexual misconduct allegations’

Tory MP Julian Knight ‘faces fresh sexual misconduct allegations’

The fresh complaints are thought to be about inappropriate comments and behaviour, according to the BBC.

Author hails Baillie Gifford winner of winners prize as ‘crowning achievement’

Author hails Baillie Gifford winner of winners prize as ‘crowning achievement’

James Shapiro said it was ‘incredibly rewarding’ to have written a book that ‘stands the test of time’ after claiming the prestigious accolade.

Rishi Sunak set to fall short on pledge for ‘bonfire’ of 4,000 EU-era laws

Rishi Sunak set to fall short on pledge for ‘bonfire’ of 4,000 EU-era laws

Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch said the Government will only be able to remove 800 of the retained laws before the end of 2023.

Britons in Sudan urged to head to airfield ‘quickly’ after ceasefire extended

Britons in Sudan urged to head to airfield ‘quickly’ after ceasefire extended

Foreign Secretary James Cleverly urged UK nationals ‘wishing to leave to proceed to the airport as quickly as possible to ensure their safety’.

Book about Shakespeare’s pivotal year named Baillie Gifford winner of winners

Book about Shakespeare’s pivotal year named Baillie Gifford winner of winners

The annual literary prize is marking its 25th anniversary by selecting the best of its 24 previous winners.

Ceasefire extended in Sudan in boost for British evacuation mission

Ceasefire extended in Sudan in boost for British evacuation mission

The rival generals agreed to a further 72-hour pause to the fierce fighting as a midnight deadline approached.

Tony Iommi attends Birmingham launch event for Black Sabbath – The Ballet

Tony Iommi attends Birmingham launch event for Black Sabbath – The Ballet

Rehearsals for the show were under way on Thursday ahead of the its opening in September.

Farmer and former children’s TV presenter to take on ceremonial coronation roles

Farmer and former children’s TV presenter to take on ceremonial coronation roles

Buckingham Palace said those taking part have been chosen to recognise, thank and represent the nation due to their significant service.

Sunak to urge SNP to stop focusing on ‘constitutional abstractions’

Sunak to urge SNP to stop focusing on ‘constitutional abstractions’

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is set to address the Scottish Conservative conference in Glasgow on Friday.

School leaders in England will be balloted again over strikes in pay dispute

School leaders in England will be balloted again over strikes in pay dispute

All four major unions representing teachers and headteachers are balloting members in England over possible action.

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