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The Duke of Sussex has arrived at the High Court in London for a hearing in his claim against Daily Mail publisher Associated Newspapers over allegations of unlawful information-gathering. The publisher is bringing a bid to end High Court claims brought by people including Harry, Sir Elton John and Baroness Doreen Lawrence over alleged unlawful activity at its titles. The group of high-profile individuals, also including Sir Elton's husband David Furnish and actresses Liz Hurley and Sadie Frost, announced in October that they were bringing claims for misuse of private information against Associated Newspapers Limited (ANL).
Their lawyers said at that time the group have "become aware of compelling and highly distressing evidence that they have been the victims of abhorrent criminal activity and gross breaches of privacy" by ANL, which is also the publisher of The Mail On Sunday and MailOnline. In a statement announcing the launch of the legal action, released by Hamlins law firm, it was alleged the unlawful acts included hiring private investigators to secretly place listening devices inside cars and homes and the recording of private phone conversations. The publisher hit back at the allegations, describing them at the time as "preposterous smears" and a "pre-planned and orchestrated attempt to drag the Mail titles into the phone-hacking scandal".
A spokesperson for ANL also said the allegations were "unsubstantiated and highly defamatory claims, based on no credible evidence". A four-day preliminary hearing at the Royal Courts of Justice in London is due to begin on Monday, which is set to include ANL's bid for the claims to be dismissed without a trial.
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Prince Harry arrives in UK for High Court hearing
10:01 , Kate Ng The Duke of Sussex has arrived at the High Court in London for a hearing in his claim against Daily Mail publisher Associated Newspapers over allegations of unlawful information-gathering.
The Duke of Sussex (centre) arrives at the Royal Courts Of Justice, central London, ahead of a hearing claim over allegations of unlawful information gathering brought against Associated Newspapers Limited (ANL) by seven people (PA)
The publisher is bringing a bid to end High Court claims brought by people including Prince Harry, Sir Elton John and Baroness Doreen Lawrence over alleged unlawful activity at its titles.
Story continues The group of high-profile individuals, also including Sir Elton's husband David Furnish and actresses Liz Hurley and Sadie Frost, announced in October they were bringing claims for misuse of private information against Associated Newspapers Limited (ANL). Their lawyers said at that time the group have "become aware of compelling and highly distressing evidence that they have been the victims of abhorrent criminal activity and gross breaches of privacy" by ANL, which is also the publisher of The Mail On Sunday and MailOnline.
In a statement announcing the launch of the legal action, released by Hamlins law firm, it was alleged the unlawful acts included hiring private investigators to secretly place listening devices inside cars and homes and the recording of private phone conversations. The publisher hit back at the allegations, describing them at the time as "preposterous smears" and a "pre-planned and orchestrated attempt to drag the Mail titles into the phone-hacking scandal". A spokesperson for ANL also said the allegations were "unsubstantiated and highly defamatory claims, based on no credible evidence".
A four-day preliminary hearing at the Royal Courts of Justice in London is due to begin on Monday, which is set to include ANL's bid for the claims to be dismissed without a trial. PA
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Prince Harry asked to give a month's notice before making trip to the UK, reports claim
Tuesday 21 March 2023 10:44 , Peony Hirwani Prince Harry was told to give 28 days' notice of his planned trips to the UK, it has emerged.
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In the forthcoming sixth season of Netflix's hit royal drama, William will be played by Ed McVey. McVey, 21, takes the reins from Senan West, who portrayed the royal as a teenager in the previous season.
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Camilla could be crowned Queen Camilla at coronation, not Queen Consort
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Prince William says Princess Diana would be 'disappointed' at level of homelessness in UK
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Prince William has said that his mother, Princess Diana, would have been disappointed at the lack of progress in preventing homelessness. Appearing in a video for this year's Red Nose Day charity appeal, William visited people supported by the homelessness charity Groundswell, which is funded by Comic Relief. In the video, which will be shown on BBC One on Friday (17 March) for the annual telethon, the Prince of Wales met people who had been helped by the charity.
"My mother introduced me to the cause of homelessness from quite a young age, and I'm really glad she did," William said in the video, opening up about the influence of his mother's philanthropic work on his own outlook. "I think she would be disappointed that we are still no further on, in terms of tackling homelessness and preventing it, than when she was interested and involved in it." Read the full report here:
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Sarah Ferguson gushes about daughters Beatrice and Eugenie in Mother's Day post
Tuesday 21 March 2023 06:14 , Peony Hirwani
ICYMI: The Duchess of York has marked Mother's Day by posting a gushing tribute to her daughters, Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie. Sarah Ferguson took to Instagram on Sunday (19 March) to celebrate the day and posted a throwback photograph of Beatrice and Eugenie when they were younger. Read her full post below:
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David Attenborough plants tree to open woodland in honour of late Queen
Tuesday 21 March 2023 05:34 , Peony Hirwani
Sir David Attenborough has planted an oak tree in honour of the late Queen Elizabeth II to officially open a new Platinum Jubilee woodland in Richmond Park. Watch here:
David Attenborough plants tree to open woodland in honour of late Queen
Australians seek Bank Holiday to celebrate King Charles's Coronation
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So far, the petition only has a little over 1,000 signatures. The petition description states: "The Australian Monarchist League is calling on the Commonwealth Government to follow the precedent set by successive Australian Governments for the 1902, 1911, 1937, and 1953 coronations of previous Australian Monarchs and give the event its due respect with inclusive and lasting celebrations."
Sussexes 'struck deal' with Buckingham palace to pay 'no further rent' on Frogmore Cottage, report claims
Tuesday 21 March 2023 04:14 , Peony Hirwani The Duke and Duchess of Sussex reportedly struck a deal with Buckingham Palace to pay no further rent on Frogmore Cottage after refunding the GBP2.4 million of taxpayers' money used for its refurbishment.
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Kate Middleton launches business taskforce to support her early development programme
Tuesday 21 March 2023 02:30 , Kate Ng The Princess of Wales is launching a business taskforce on early childhood, with global firms such as Unilever, Ikea, Deloitte and Lego on board.
Kate is hosting an inaugural meeting of the taskforce at NatWest's headquarters in the City of London on Tuesday, with Aviva, Co-op and Iceland among the other major companies joining her. NatWest Group's chief executive Dame Alison Rose described it as a "critical issue" for the future growth and success of the UK's economy and society.
(The Prince and Princess of Wales)
The gathering will discuss how the business community can build a supportive and nurturing world around children and those who care for them. Kensington Palace said the taskforce will play an "essential role" in the princess's focus on transforming the way society prioritises youngsters in the first few years of their lives.
Amanda Berry, chief executive of the Royal Foundation of The Prince and Princess of Wales, said: "We all have a role to play in building a supportive and nurturing world around children and those who care for them, and it is fantastic to see business leaders placing the subject of early childhood at the heart of their organisations. "Businesses play a key role within society and with their huge reach to their employees, consumers and the wider community, their involvement can have a transformative impact on the health and happiness of generations to come." NatWest's Dame Alison said: "This is a critical issue for the future growth and success of our businesses, our economy and our society.
"As business leaders, we have an important responsibility to the colleagues, customers and communities we serve. "This taskforce can deliver positive change by bringing together a wealth of experience across the private sector to help provide the support and resources that young children and their carers need to thrive." The Business Taskforce for Early Childhood will be "run by business, for business", the Palace said.
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Camilla could be crowned Queen Camilla at coronation, not Queen Consort
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Camilla could be crowned Queen Camilla at coronation, not Queen Consort
Prince Andrew in 'despair' that King Charles has not shared GBP650million inheritance
Tuesday 21 March 2023 00:30 , Kate Ng Prince Andrew is "in despair" that the King has not shared out their mother's inheritence, according to reports.
King Charles was the sole beneficiary of the Queen's GBP650million estate, under a 1993 agreement meaning no inheritance tax was owed. The King's siblings Princess Anne, 72, and Prince Edward, 59, as well as Prince Andrew, 63, inherited nothing from the Queen, and are said to share "some resentment" because of this. Martha McHardy reports:
Prince Andrew in 'despair' that King Charles has not shared GBP650million inheritance
Sarah Ferguson says it is 'so sad' to watch the 'demise' of Prince Andrew
Monday 20 March 2023 23:30 , Kate Ng
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The hint that Harry and Meghan will be at King Charles' coronation
Monday 20 March 2023 22:30 , Kate Ng
Buckingham Palace staff have been told to plan for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex to attend King Charles III's coronation, it has been reported. Although the King does not know if the couple plan to travel from California to London for the ceremony, the Sussexes are apparently being factored into all arrangements including cars, seating in Westminster Abbey, and dining. Find out the details below:
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Meghan Markle shares 'famous' cake recipe in chef Jose Andres' new cookbook
Monday 20 March 2023 21:30 , Kate Ng
Meghan Markle has shared one of her signature cake recipes in chef Jose Andres' newest cookbook. Earlier this week, Penguin Random House announced that the Spanish chef's nonprofit World Central Kitchen would be releasing its first book, The World Central Kitchen Cookbook: Feeding Humanity, Feeding Hope, which is set to come out in September 2023. The publisher also noted the cookbook will feature recipes from some famous faces, including the Duchess of Sussex's recipe for her Lemon Oil Cake.
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle 'to get cold shoulder' if they attend King's coronation
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However, if they do make the journey from California to London for the ceremony, a source has suggested that their reception will be frosty. Find out more below:
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Oprah Winfrey shares advice for Harry and Meghan ahead of coronation
Monday 20 March 2023 18:30 , Kate Ng Oprah Winfrey has shared her thoughts about Prince Harry and Meghan Markle and whether they should attend King Charles III's coronation in May.
The talk show host, who has been close friends with the royal couple, briefly discussed the coronation during an interview on Tuesday with friend Gayle King on CBS Mornings, to promote her 100th selection for her book club, Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano. Amber Raiken reports:
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Monday 20 March 2023 17:30 , Kate Ng Inheritance among the British royal family can be mysterious due to monarchs' wills being sealed for decades after their death.
When Queen Elizabeth II died last September, her eldest son, the now-King Charles III, inherited more than just the Crown. But the King has reportedly stirred up "some resentment" among his younger siblings, the Duke of York, the Princess Royal and the Duke of Edinburgh over their late mother's inheritance. Find out all about how inheritance works in the royal family here:
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Sir David Attenborough plants oak tree in honour of late Queen Elizabeth II
Monday 20 March 2023 16:30 , Kate Ng
Sir David Attenborough has planted an oak tree in honour of the late Queen Elizabeth II to officially open a new Platinum Jubilee woodland in Richmond Park.
Queen Elizabeth II presents the Chatham House Prize 2019 to Sir David Attenborough at the Royal institute of International Affairs, Chatham House on November 20, 2019 (Getty Images)
The famed naturalist and TV presenter, 96, described the late monarch as a "great lover of trees" and "very fond" of the Royal Parks, and said the new wood was a fitting tribute to her memory. He shared a strong rapport with the late monarch and selected the English oak as his chosen tree himself. It is one of the final few to be planted as part of The Queen's Green Canopy (QGC) initiative.
The nationwide Plant a Tree for the Jubilee project, which concludes on March 31, has seen more than a million new trees planted in the Queen's name to celebrate her reign and create a lasting environmental legacy.
Sir David Attenborough plants a tree, in honour of Queen Elizabeth II, for The Queen's Green Canopy in Richmond Park with school children from across London (PA)
It was extended beyond the end of the jubilee year on the wishes of the King to give people the chance to plant trees in memoriam of his mother, who died in September. Broadcaster Sir David settled the young oak into place in the new four-acre Platinum Jubilee Woodland - which is larger than the size of two football pitches - in the west of Richmond Park, one of London's eight Royal Parks. He said he was "thrilled" to be opening it to celebrate the Queen's life of service.
"The late Queen was very fond of the Royal Parks and was a great lover of trees, so this is a fitting tribute to her memory," Sir David said. "Its creation also marks the continuing conservation of this protected landscape, and the wonderful wildlife within, so that it can be enjoyed by many generations to come. "The Queen's Green Canopy has created an invaluable national legacy for our children, future generations and the planet itself."
The oak is one of 70 new young broadleaved trees - one for each year of the Queen's reign - in the new woodland, joining Dutch elm disease-resistant elms, small-leaved limes, and sweet chestnuts. They have been planted around a focal point which will later incorporate a seating area for rest and reflection, with the larger canopy trees complemented by smaller native trees and hedging such as hawthorn, blackthorn, hazel, elder and dogwood. PA
Britons encouraged to take up volunteering roles as part of King Charles's coronation celebrations
Monday 20 March 2023 15:30 , Kate Ng
Britons are being encouraged to take up hundreds of thousands of volunteering roles highlighted as part of coronation celebrations. The initiative, announced on Monday (20 March), was created with the aim to reflect the central role of the nation's volunteering sector. Love Island star Faye Winter and Dragons' Den entrepreneur Deborah Meaden are among the celebrities promoting the campaign, called The Big Help Out, with more than 1,500 charities involved.
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King Charles orders soldiers at Clarence House to be quiet as morning patrols too 'loud'
Monday 20 March 2023 14:00 , Kate Ng King Charles has reportedly asked the soldiers at Clarence House to be quiet, after his morning phone calls were disrupted by raised voices and loud commands used during morning drills. Royal sources have said that the King's complaint was relayed "gently and politely".
Read our report below:
King Charles orders soldiers at Clarence House to be quiet in morning patrols
Sussexes 'struck deal' with Buckingham palace to pay 'no further rent' on Frogmore Cottage, report claims
Monday 20 March 2023 13:30 , Kate Ng The Duke and Duchess of Sussex reportedly struck a deal with Buckingham Palace to pay no further rent on Frogmore Cottage after refunding the GBP2.4 million of taxpayers' money used for its refurbishment. The royal home became the centre of a new row at the beginning of March, after it was reported that King Charles III had "evicted" Harry and Meghan from the residence and offered the keys to the Duke of York instead.
Get the full story below:
Sussexes 'struck deal' to pay 'no further rent' on Frogmore Cottage, report claims
The Crown fans stunned by actor's 'uncanny' resemblance to Prince William
Monday 20 March 2023 13:13 , Roisin O'Connor Fans of The Crown have been blown away by the resemblance between a young Prince William and the actor set to play him next. In the forthcoming sixth season of Netflix's hit royal drama, William will be played by Ed McVey.
McVey, 21, takes the reins from Senan West, who portrayed the royal as a teenager in the previous season.
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St Patrick's Day: What did the shamrock on Prince William's hat mean?
Monday 20 March 2023 13:00 , Kate Ng The Prince and Princess of Wales celebrated St Patrick's Day with the Irish Guards on Friday (17 March) with a Parade at Mons army Barracks in Aldershot, England. As photographs of William and Kate surfaced on the internet on Friday, some social media users have been left confused by the arrangement attached to William's hat.
My colleague Ellie Muir explains:
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Sarah Ferguson gushes about daughters Beatrice and Eugenie in Mother's Day post
Monday 20 March 2023 12:30 , Kate Ng The Duchess of York has marked Mother's Day by posting a gushing tribute to her daughters, Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie. Sarah Ferguson took to Instagram on Sunday (19 March) to celebrate the day and posted a throwback photograph of Beatrice and Eugenie when they were younger.
Read her full post below:
Sarah Ferguson gushes about daughters Beatrice and Eugenie in Mother's Day post
William says Princess Diana would be 'disappointed' at level of homelessness in UK
Monday 20 March 2023 12:00 , Ellie Muir Prince William has said that his mother, Princess Diana, would have been disappointed at the lack of progress in preventing homelessness. Appearing in a video for this year's Red Nose Day charity appeal, William visited people supported by the homelessness charity Groundswell, which is funded by Comic Relief.
In the video, which will be shown on BBC One on Friday (17 March) for the annual telethon, the Prince of Wales met people who had been helped by the charity. "My mother introduced me to the cause of homelessness from quite a young age, and I'm really glad she did," William said in the video, opening up about the influence of his mother's philanthropic work on his own outlook. "I think she would be disappointed that we are still no further on, in terms of tackling homelessness and preventing it, than when she was interested and involved in it."
Read the full report here:
William says Princess Diana would be disappointed by homelessness in UK
Brian Cox says Meghan Markle 'knew what she was getting into' when she married Harry
Monday 20 March 2023 11:00 , Ellie Muir Brian Cox has claimed that Meghan Markle "knew what she was getting into" when she married into the royal family, and reiterated his call for the monarchy to be abolished. The actor, 76, who stars as media mogul Logan Roy in HBO's hit drama Succession, apparently criticised the Duchess of Sussex for entering the family with the assumption that she and Harry could "cut themselves off" from the Firm.
"You can't go into a system where somebody's already been trained to behave in a certain kind of way and then just expect them to cut themselves off," he reportedly told Haute Living New York. Read the full report here:
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Sarah Ferguson praises Eugenie and Beatrice in Mother's Day post
Monday 20 March 2023 10:25 , Roisin O'Connor The Duchess of York has marked Mother's Day by posting a gushing tribute to her daughters, Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie.
Sarah Ferguson took to Instagram on Sunday (19 March) to celebrate the day and posted a throwback photograph of Beatrice and Eugenie when they were younger.
Sarah Ferguson gushes about daughters Beatrice and Eugenie in Mother's Day post
Camilla could be crowned Queen Camilla at coronation, not Queen Consort
Monday 20 March 2023 10:07 , Ellie Muir Camilla will be known as Queen, rather than Queen Consort, after her and King Charles III's coronation, it has been reported. The royal's future title appears to have been confirmed in the coronation edition of the Bible that is set to be released ahead of the ceremony in May.
In it, it apparently refers to the coronation of "their majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla". The name Queen Consort is given to the spouse of a king rather than the Queen Regnant who is the female monarch. According to The Mirror, the coronation edition of the Bible reads: "To commemorate the Coronation of their majesties King Charles lll and Queen Camilla.
In the Abbey Church of St Peter. Westminster. The sixth day of May 2023."
Before her death, the late Queen Elizabeth II