‘Moment of reckoning’: Queen’s death fuels Jamaica’s republican movement
Ascension of King Charles III has prompted renewed questioning of a British monarch as head of state In a crisp black suit, white shirt and...
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Trudeau declares federal holiday for Queen’s funeral – but most Canadians will have to work
Employees under provincial jurisdiction – the vast majority of Canadian workers – are not affected by the declaration Justin Trudeau has declared a federal holiday...
‘A brutal legacy’: Queen’s death met with anger as well as grief in Kenya
Politicians pay warm tributes but memories of colonial atrocities prompt fierce criticism too Death of Queen Elizabeth and accession of King Charles – latest updates...
King Charles’s ascension ignites debate over royals across Commonwealth
Head of state role in doubt in realms from Jamaica to New Zealand after death of Queen Elizabeth II Accession of King Charles and death...
Prime minister of Barbados says King Charles is a ‘man ahead of his time’
Mia Mottley praised his environmental and social commitment and noted his recognition of the atrocities of slavery Accession of King Charles – latest updates The...
Antigua and Barbuda to hold republic referendum within three years, says PM
Prime minister Gaston Browne reiterates plan for referendum in wake of Queen’s death The prime minister of Antigua and Barbuda, Gaston Browne, has said he...
Queen’s death intensifies criticism of British empire’s violent atrocities
American commentators, academics and others are calling into reconsideration of monarchy’s lasting influences The death of Queen Elizabeth II revived longstanding criticism in the US...
Boris Johnson and Prince Charles to hold Rwanda talks
Pair are visiting for Commonwealth meeting, after Charles criticised government’s asylum policy Boris Johnson will have a potentially awkward meeting with the Prince of Wales...
Doncaster and Milton Keynes among eight towns awarded city status
Stanley in Falkland Islands also becomes city after contest marking Queen’s platinum jubilee year Doncaster, Milton Keynes and Stanley in the Falkland Islands have been...
Prince Edward and Sophie postpone visit to Grenada at short notice
No explanation given for change, with royals due to begin platinum jubilee tour of Caribbean on Friday A planned visit by the Earl and Countess...
