In this section you can find out more about where and when Royal engagements are taking place, read the latest press releases, speeches and annual reports issued by Buckingham Palace and view guidelines on Media coverage of Royal events.
The Queen's message to President Obama, 21 May 2013
Her Majesty and Prince Philip send their deepest sympathies to all those affected by the recent tornado in Oklahoma.
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New appointment to the Order of the Garter, 23 April 2013
The Queen has been pleased to appoint Air Chief Marshall The Right Honourable The Lord Stirrup to be a Knight Companion of the Most Noble Order of the Garter.
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The funeral of Baroness Thatcher, 9 April 2013
The Queen, accompanied by The Duke of Edinburgh, will attend the Funeral Service of Baroness Thatcher at St Paul’s Cathedral on Wednesday 17 April.
Reaction to the death of Baroness Thatcher, 8 April 2013
The Queen was sad to hear the news of the death of Baroness Thatcher. Her Majesty will be sending a private message of sympathy to the family.
Announcement of a State Visit from the United Arab Emirates, 27 March 2013
His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, has accepted an invitation from The Queen to pay a State Visit to the United Kingdom from 30 April to 1 May 2013.
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Statement regarding the State Opening of Parliament, 26 March 2013
The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh will attend the State Opening of Parliament on Wednesday 8 May, accompanied by The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall.
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The Duke of Gloucester to attend the Inaugural Mass for Pope Francis , 15 March 2013
His Royal Highness will represent The Queen at the ceremony which will be held in St Peter’s Square, Vatican City, on Tuesday 19 March.
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The Queen: update on recovery
Her Majesty continues to make a good recovery following her recent illness, however, some future engagements have been cancelled.
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The Queen's speech at Marlborough House, 11 March 2013
Her Majesty speaks of the new Commonwealth Charter as 'a significant milestone as the Commonwealth continues its journey of development and renewal' during a reception at Marlborough House to mark Commonwealth Day.
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The Commonwealth Day message 2013
The Queen speaks of the achivements of the Commonwealth which have helped to build strength, resilience and pride in young people, communities and nations
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Appointment of new Lord High Almoner, 15 February 2013
The Queen has been pleased to appoint the Right Reverend Dr John Inge, Bishop of Worcester, to be Lord High Almoner to Her Majesty.
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The Queen's message to the Solomon Islands, 7 February 2013
Her Majesty expresses her sadness at the loss of life caused by the recent tsunami, in a message to the Governor General.
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The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh will visit Rome, 6 February 2013
The Queen, accompanied by The Duke of Edinburgh, will visit Rome from Wednesday 6 March to Thursday 7 March 2013.
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Regius Professorships to mark the Diamond Jubilee year announced, 30 January 2013
The Queen has agreed to award twelve new Regius Professorships to mark the Diamond Jubilee year. Receiving the title of Regius Professor is a rare honour, designed to reflect an exceptionally high standard of teaching and research at an institution.
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Announcement of events to mark the 60th anniversary of the Coronation, 28 January 2013
The 60th anniversary of The Queen's Coronation in June will be marked with a service of celebration and a series of special events at Westminster Abbey.
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The Queen's message to Tasmania, 5 January 2013
Her Majesty sends a message to the people of Tasmania following the recent bushfires on the island.
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