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14-03-2022, 10:11 PM | #26 | ||
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It is sad that the Queen wasn't able to attend. Here is Her Majesty's Commonwealth address today: https://www.royal.uk/queens-commonwe...y-message-2022 In this year of my Platinum Jubilee, it has given me pleasure to renew the promise I made in 1947, that my life will always be devoted in service. Today, it is rewarding to observe a modem, vibrant and connected Commonwealth that combines a wealth of history and tradition with the great social, cultural and technological advances of our time. That the Commonwealth stands ever taller is a credit to all who have been involved. We are nourished and sustained by our relationships and, throughout my life, I have enjoyed the privilege of hearing what the relationships built across the great reach and diversity of the Commonwealth have meant to people and communities. Our family of nations continues to be a point of connection, cooperation and friendship. It is a place to come together to pursue common goals and the common good, providing everyone with the opportunity to serve and benefit. In these testing times, it is my hope that you can draw strength and inspiration from what we share, as we work together towards a healthy, sustainable and prosperous future for all. And on this special day for our family — in a year that will include the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting and the Commonwealth Games — I hope we can deepen our resolve to support and serve one another, and endeavour to ensure the Commonwealth remains an influential force for good in our world for many generations to come. ELIZABETH R |
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18-03-2022, 09:54 PM | #27 | |||
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18-03-2022, 09:54 PM | #28 | |||
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19-03-2022, 09:06 AM | #29 | |||
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Sadly a Village they were going to
has been cancelled. The Village Folk do not want to meet them. All media |
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19-03-2022, 09:15 AM | #31 | |||
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[A visit planned for the start of the tour has been cancelled however, after local residents in Belize reportedly voiced opposition. The row is linked to a charity William supports as patron.] https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-60805565 |
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19-03-2022, 09:16 AM | #32 | |||
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19-03-2022, 10:12 AM | #33 | |||
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Oh no, I'm English
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19-03-2022, 01:19 PM | #34 | |||
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one had a lovely time, thanks for inviting us
interesting, it was just william they objected to, kate could have stayed Last edited by bitontheslide; 19-03-2022 at 01:20 PM. |
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19-03-2022, 01:29 PM | #35 | ||
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[Indian Creek is in dispute with Flora and Fauna International (FFI), a conservation group which lists Prince William as a patron. FFI has property near the village's communal land, which has caused tensions over ownership rights, according to local residents who spoke with Reuters.]
Daily Mail This dispute involves a small village of less than 1,000 people. A group of local people don’t want the visit, so Wills and Kate are respecting their wishes and will give it a miss. Hardly a big deal. |
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19-03-2022, 01:42 PM | #36 | ||
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The tweet begins 'Very interesting' - that's a bit of a dramatic stretch.....
You’d think to see this that the protest is a massive deal. It’s a small village which has a right to protest something specific to them. Belize is an independent country which chooses to have Queen Elizabeth as their monarch and be part of the Commonwealth and by all accounts are proud of it. If it turns out the majority population of Belize also protest their visit, which I doubt, then they are free to become a Republic. A Commonwealth country is free to leave it at any time, it is totally voluntary. |
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19-03-2022, 02:46 PM | #37 | |||
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[A protest opposing the trip took place on Friday,
according to reports. Belize media outlet Channel 7 said there was a claimed dispute between residents of Indian Creek village and Fauna and Flora International, which has William as patron, over land owned by the conservation organisation. There were also reported to be concerns about the landing site earmarked for the Cambridges' helicopter, with residents claiming they were not consulted about the location, a local football pitch. Artist Alex Sanker painting a picture of William and Kate in Belize City] https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-60805565 [Artist Alex Sanker prepares for William and Kate's arrival in Belize City by painting a portrait of the couple] |
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19-03-2022, 04:57 PM | #38 | ||
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20-03-2022, 04:32 PM | #39 | |||
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[The Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William in Hopkins, Belize during their Royal visit to Caribbean] https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/art...ter_mailonline Last edited by arista; 20-03-2022 at 04:33 PM. |
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20-03-2022, 04:44 PM | #40 | |||
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20-03-2022, 05:01 PM | #42 | |||
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20-03-2022, 05:01 PM | #43 | |||
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20-03-2022, 05:02 PM | #44 | |||
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20-03-2022, 05:05 PM | #45 | |||
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20-03-2022, 05:26 PM | #46 | |||
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This Witch doesn't burn
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20-03-2022, 05:41 PM | #47 | |||
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20-03-2022, 05:51 PM | #48 | |||
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it's not one of their better photos
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20-03-2022, 05:57 PM | #49 | |||
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20-03-2022, 06:14 PM | #50 | |||
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