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STV News
22-05-2025
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- STV News
Kate breaks whisky against submarine-destroyer HMS Glasgow
Kate has broken a bottle of whisky against the UK's newest submarine destroyer at a ceremony in Glasgow. The Prince of Wales and Princess of Wales attended HMS Glasgow's naming ceremony at the BAE Systems' shipyard in Scotstoun on Thursday. Kate was appointed as the sponsor of HMS Glasgow in 2021, which is a Type 26 anti-submarine frigate designed to protect the UK's nuclear deterrent and aircraft carriers. Royal Rota Williams, the Prince of Wales, and Kate, the Princess of Wales, attended HMS Glasgow's naming ceremony at the BAE Systems' shipyard in Scotstoun on Thursday. Royal Rota During the visit, Kate participated in the traditional naming ceremony by smashing a bottle of whisky against its hull. Following the ceremony, the future King and Queen went aboard the ship and met representatives from BAE Systems. Royal Rota HMS Glasgow Royal Rota The Scottish firm has been leading the progress of the delivery of the ship, as well as those from the Royal Navy who will discuss the unique capability it will offer. In 2022, Kate met Royal Navy sailors from HMS Glasgow at Windsor Castle to hear about the progress of work being done on the ship as well as their experiences in the Royal Navy. Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
Daily Record
28-04-2025
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- Daily Record
Meghan Markle breaks Megxit agreement as Duchess uses 'HRH' title on gift card
Meghan Markle has been seen using her 'HRH' title, in what seems to be a breach of the agreement made with the late Queen Elizabeth as part of the Megxit arrangements. The 43 year old Duchess sent a gift hamper to a podcast host, accompanied by a card stating: "with the compliments of HRH, Duchess of Sussex". The Duchess of Sussex featured on Jamie Kern Lima's podcast, the founder of IT Cosmetics, for her inaugural podcast interview, where she discussed various subjects including her children and her latest business venture, As Ever. The decision for Prince Harry and Meghan to relinquish their 'HRH' titles was made during the so-called "Sandringham Summit", or "Megxit" - a crucial meeting that took place on January 13, 2020, at Queen Elizabeth II's Sandringham estate in Norfolk, England. READ MORE: Baby girl dies after 'parents rubbed alcohol on gums almost every day' This summit brought together key members of the Royal family – Queen Elizabeth II, Prince Charles, Prince William, and Prince Harry – to deliberate on the Sussexes' choice to step down from their senior Royal duties. Meghan Markle joined the discussions remotely from Canada, where she resided with their son, Archie, at the time. Kate Middleton and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, did not attend the summit, which only included the principals of the four Royal households. It was concluded at this gathering that Harry and Meghan would no longer use the 'HRH' prefix, reports the Mirror . The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, have confirmed on their official website that they will retain their 'HRH' prefix, thus formally remaining known as His Royal Highness The Duke of Sussex and Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Sussex. However, they will no longer actively use these titles as they step back from being working members of the Royal family from Spring 2020. On January 8, the couple made a public announcement on Instagram about their decision to "step back as 'senior' members" of the British Royal family. The late Queen had released a statement at the time, expressing her support for their wish to start a new life, although she would have preferred them to remain full-time working royals. Key outcomes from the Sandringham Summit included a transition period allowing the Sussexes to split their time between the UK and Canada. This arrangement was designed to enable them to establish a more independent lifestyle while still being part of the Royal family. Harry and Meghan also expressed their intention to become financially independent, renouncing public funds and the Sovereign Grant, which previously financed their official duties. The couple agreed to stop using their "Royal Highness" titles and to relinquish official military appointments. They also stated they would no longer participate in the Royal Rota media system, aiming for greater control over their public image. During her interview, Meghan was full of admiration for her husband's support while she was starting her business and fondly looked back at the early stages of their whirlwind romance, which they initially kept secret. She reminisced about the "butterflies" at the start of their relationship but asserted that once their dating life became public, they "went into the trenches together." The Mirror has reached out to Meghan's reps for further comments.
Daily Mirror
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Meghan Markle controversy as Duchess signs gift 'from HRH' against agreement with late Queen
The decision for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex to stop using their HRH titles came during the Sandringham Summit, famously dubbed 'Megxit' - where the pair discussed their decision to 'step back' as senior royals Meghan Markle was spotted using her 'HRH' title on a gift card - going against an agreement with the late Queen Elizabeth as part of Megxit rules. The Duchess, 43, sent a gift hamper to a podcast host, and card which read: "with the compliments of HRH, Duchess of Sussex". The Duchess of Sussex appeared on the podcast of Jamie Kern Lima, the founder of IT Cosmetics, for her first ever podcast interview, where she opened up on a range of topics, including her kids and as well as her newly-launched business, As Ever. The decision for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex to stop using their HRH titles came during the "Sandringham Summit", famously dubbed "Megxit" - a pivotal meeting held on January 13, 2020, at Queen Elizabeth II's Sandringham estate in Norfolk, England. It saw senior members of the British royal family - including Queen Elizabeth II, Prince Charles, Prince William, and Prince Harry - gather to address the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's decision to "step back" from their roles as senior royals. Meghan Markle participated remotely from Canada, where she was living with their son, Archie. Kate Middleton and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, were not present at the summit, which was limited to the heads of the four royal households. During the meeting, it was agreed that Harry and Meghan would cease the use of their 'HRH' prefix's. The couple wrote on their official website: "As agreed and set out in January, The Duke and Duchess of Sussex will retain their 'HRH' prefix, thereby formally remaining known as His Royal Highness The Duke of Sussex and Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Sussex. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex will no longer actively use their HRH titles as they will no longer be working members of the family as of Spring 2020." On January 8, the pair announced on Instagram their decision to "step back as 'senior' members" of the British royal family. The late Queen released a statement at the time emphasising her support for their desire to create a new life, though she expressed a preference for them to remain full-time working royals. Other key outcomes of the Sandringham Summit included a transition period in which the Sussexes were granted space to divide their time between the UK and Canada, allowing them to establish a more independent life while remaining part of the royal family. Harry and Meghan also expressed a desire to become financially independent, giving up public funds and the Sovereign Grant, which previously supported their official duties. The couple agreed to no longer use their "Royal Highness" titles and to cease official military appointments - and said they would no longer participate in the Royal Rota media system, aiming for greater control over their public image. During the interview, Meghan heaped praise on her husband for his support as she launched her business and reminisced about the early days of their romance as they tried to keep their relationship under wraps. She described how the beginning of their relationship was like "butterflies" but claimed when news of them dating came out they "went into the trenches together."
