Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh and Family News and Events 11: 03 March 2023 -

[iceflower]

The Duke of Edinburgh meeting the Deputy President Paul Mashatile at the OR Tambo Official Residence in Pretoria today:


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[Claire]

https://www.citizen.co.za/rekord/ne...digenous-plants-a-solution-to-climate-change/

There are many nice pics of his trips in Pretoria and surrounds - unsure of placing Twitter links here due to the comments. Edward was taken with the Japanese gardens - his private secretary had to remind him of the time.

 

[Alison H]

Edward met the world's oldest living creature, a tortoise who met his grandfather. I hope this gets some press coverage.

https://www.telegraph.co.uk/royal-f...rgh-jonathan-192-year-old-tortoise-st-helena/

 

[Prinsara]

Archived version: https://archive.ph/w3yon

What a shame Jonathan missed Napoleon!

 

[iceflower]

The Duchess of Edinburgh attended a Menstrual Health Workshop at Harris Girls Academy East Dulwich today, January 24:


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** gettyimages: GBR: Sophie, Duchess Of Edinburgh Visits Harris Girls' Academy **

 

[iceflower]

Yesterday, January 31, the Duchess of Edinburgh as Patron of the Lighthouse visited the Lighthouse Barnsbury - such lovely photos with the cake ?


** hellomagazine article: The Duchess of Edinburgh knits and serves tea and cake at heartwarming engagement **

 

[iceflower]

The Duchess of Edinburgh as Patron of the UK Armed Forces Winter Sports Association arrived in France on February 5 and attended events related to the Inter-Services Snow Sports Championships in Méribel that day and yesterday, February 6:


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The Duke of Edinburgh as Patron attended the National Youth Theatre's annual fundraising gala in London today, February 7:


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[iceflower]

Yesterday, February 8, the Duke of Edinburgh attended a reception at the Institute of Physics in London:


** physicsworld: Duke of Edinburgh visits Institute of Physics to hear how physicists are supporting the green economy **


As Patron of the Production Guild of Great Britain he later attended the Talent Showcase at the Savoy Hotel in London:


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** productionguild.com: Million Youth Media Wins The Duke of Edinburgh Film & TV Inclusion Award 2024 at PGGB Talent Showcase **

 

[iceflower]

The Duchess of Edinburgh paid a visit to The London College of Fashion today, February 19:


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[Blog Real]

The Duke of Edinburgh was in Oxford this week where he met staff, artists and visitors at The Story Museum.

https://twitter.com/x/status/1760603524809871685

 

[iceflower]

On February 21 the Duke of Edinburgh visited the Omnibus Theatre in Clapham, London:


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Today, February 23, the Duke of Edinburgh as President of the Sports and Recreation Alliance and the Duchess of Edinburgh as Patron of the British Cycling Federation attended the British Cycling National Track Championships at the National Cycling Centre in Manchester:


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[iceflower]

The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh were photographed during their skiing holidays in St Moritz:


** dailymail article: Prince Edward and his wife Sophie show off their skills..**

 

[iceflower]

The Duchess of Edinburgh as supporter of the UK’s Preventing Sexual Violence in Conflict Initiative, and the Women, Peace and Security Agenda, has sent a video message for the "Restoration of the Conflict-Related Sexual Violence Survivors’ Rights Conference":

** royal.uk: A speech by The Duchess of Edinburgh, via video message, at the Restoration of the Conflict-Related Sexual Violence Survivors’ Rights Conference, Ukraine **

https://twitter.com/x/status/1764596370952822960

 

[Alison H]

It's a shame that this speech hasn't received more attention. It's got a small article on an inside page of my newspaper this morning. It's such an important issue.

 

[iceflower]

The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh had a number of engagements in Staffordshire today, March 5.

The programme included visits to The Right Stuff Amateur Boxing Club, to the Rising Brook Community Church and to the Staffordshire Police Headquarters:


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[iceflower]

The Duke of Edinburgh as President of the Sports and Recreation Alliance and the Duchess of Edinburgh attended the Community Sports Awards at Headingley Stadium in Headingley, Leeds today, March 8:


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[Saragli]

A very touching speech. I had been worried about the state of their marriage but this feels very heartfelt with loving nods towards the late Queen and KCIII.

https://twitter.com/x/status/1766139938834100581

 

[Hans-Rickard]

Sophie is a very gifted speaker… It is apparent it comes natural to her and she knows how to make people listen…. She deserves much more recognition than she gets !

 

[Springbee]

A very touching speech. I had been worried about the state of their marriage but this feels very heartfelt with loving nods towards the late Queen and KCIII.

https://twitter.com/x/status/1766139938834100581

Such a lovely speech

 

[Somebody]

Not sure why she gave the speech at this occasion but it is still wonderful to get a better insight in how she views and values her husband. Hopefully, there will be a major party in June when they celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary.

 

[EllieCat]

There were some very lovely touching photos to go with the article of the speech she made about Prince Edward:

The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh visited Headingley Stadium

 

[winifred]

Not sure why she gave the speech at this occasion but it is still wonderful to get a better insight in how she views and values her husband. Hopefully, there will be a major party in June when they celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary.

Isn't it because it's his 60th birthday tomorrow?

 

[Somebody]

Isn't it because it's his 60th birthday tomorrow?

That's the reason she gives but why give a speech about your husband at a/this specific work engagement? This seems much more fit for a more private celebration.

So, I was wondering whether this specific organization has some special meaning to the two of them that would make it somewhat appropriate other than taking place a few days before his birrhday.

 

[Alisa]

What a beautiful and touching tribute to her husband.

They do not get enough credit and attention for all their hardwork they are doing.
They are a true asset to the RF.

 

[VictoriaB]

Congratulations to the Duke of Edinburgh on being made a Knight of the Order of the Thistle.

https://twitter.com/x/status/1766584214407807257

 

[Saragli]

Congratulations to the Duke of Edinburgh on being made a Knight of the Order of the Thistle.

https://twitter.com/x/status/1766584214407807257

That's wonderful! The Duke of Edinburgh deserves this great Scottish honour. Look forward to seeing him in his robes.

 

[Somebody]

Such wonderful news. He was first made a Counsellor of Stated. Last year -also in connection with his birthday- he was made Duke of Edinburgh last year in connection with his birthday and now this honor (one that his sister received in 2000, his nephew in 2012 and his sister-in-law last year). Good to see him recognized in this way as one of the key players within the royal family!

 

[Hans-Rickard]

What a surprise given how few of the royals who are Knights/Ladies of the Thistle - but a most welcome and much deserved surprise

A very happy 60:th birthday Sir

 

[Sunnystar]

I must say, Big Bro Charles certainly knows how to give the birthday gifts! Wonder what he'll give Edward next year, lol.

 

[Hans-Rickard]

I must say, Big Bro Charles certainly knows how to give the birthday gifts! Wonder what he'll give Edward next year, lol.

Next year Sophie turns 60… I’m sure he will have something prepared for her