Q: Jane - Canada
Is it true that the Countess of Wessex is expecting a baby and if so, how is she feeling?
The Earl and Countess are indeed expecting a child. The baby is due in early December. The Countess is still carrying out royal engagements in October and November and the latest pictures and news stories can be seen in 'Gallery' and 'Out and about'
Q: Angela Seledec - Vienna, Austria
By which name was the House of Windsor formerly known?
The House of Windsor was formally known as the House of Saxe-Coburg-Gotha. The family name was changed to Windsor in 1917 as a result of the Order in Council laid down by King George V.
Q: Lynnette - England, UK
Does HM The Queen still hold the title 'The Duke of Normandy' like William the Conqueror did in 1066?
The Queen does indeed hold the title 'Duke of Normandy'. After the Norman conquest and various family feuding, the title was associated with the English crown from the time of King Henry I (r. 1100 - 1135).
Although most of the mainland possessions held by the Angevins were lost, the Channel Islands remained as part of the old Duchy.
These islands are now self-governing possessions of the English crown, and owe allegiance to The Queen in her role as 'Duke of Normandy'.
Q: Val Bailey - Hull, England
I visited Buckingham Palace in September on an organised trip but did not have enough time to buy what I needed to in the shop in the garden. Can I view and purchase any of the items on sale over the website and if so how?
An online shop offers many of the items for sale in the shops at the Royal residences.Visit the Royal Collection online shop.
Q: James - Northern Ireland
Can you tell me is The Queen still Head of State of Grenada?
The Queen is the Head of State of Grenada, represented by the Governor-General Daniel Williams.
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