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Texts of speeches given by The Queen and other members of the Royal Family, as well as written articles are available in this section.

A speech by Her Majesty The Queen at a Reception to celebrate the 15th anniversary of WOW (Women of the World)

Many ladies and several gentlemen, as your proud President, it’s a huge pleasure to welcome you all to Buckingham Palace today to mark the 15th anniversary of WOW. A few...

The King's Commonwealth Day Message 2025

Last October, leaders from across the Commonwealth came together in Samoa to reaffirm their “belief in the value of the Commonwealth as a trusted forum where diverse voices of...

A speech delivered by The King during a visit to HMS Prince of Wales whilst at sea

Captain, Officers and Ship’s Company of HMS Prince of Wales, Ladies and Gentlemen, as Honorary Commodore-in-Chief Aircraft Carriers, I need hardly say that it gives me the...

A speech by The Duke of Kent at an official commemoration event to mark the 80th anniversary of the Bombing of Dresden

Wir sind heute hier versammelt, um der schrecklichen Zerstörung und dem Verlust an Menschenleben vor 80 Jahren zu gedenken. Neben der Trauer, die wir in unseren Herzen...

The King's message following the tragic air accident in Washington, D.C.

My family and I have been profoundly shocked and saddened by the dreadful news of the tragic air accident in Washington, D.C., which has led to such a devastating loss of life...

A speech by His Majesty The King to mark Holocaust Memorial Day and the 80th Anniversary of the Liberation of Auschwitz

Ladies and Gentlemen, To be in Poland on International Holocaust Remembrance Day, as we commemorate eighty years since the liberation of Auschwitz, is both a sombre and indeed...

A speech by Her Majesty The Queen at a reception, hosted by the Anne Frank Trust, to mark Holocaust Memorial Day

Survivors of the Holocaust, Survivors of Genocide, Ladies and Gentlemen. As Patron of the Anne Frank Trust UK, it is an honour and a privilege to join you to remember the...

A message from The King to the people of Glasgow celebrating the city’s 850th anniversary.

Both The Queen and I wanted to extend our most heartfelt congratulations to you all as Glasgow celebrates its 850th Anniversary. It goes without saying that people really do...

A message of condolence from The King following the South Korean plane crash

My wife and I were profoundly saddened to learn of the horrific air accident at Muan, which resulted in such grievous loss of life. As the people of the Republic of Korea...

A message of condolence from The King to The President of Germany, following the recent attack in Magdeburg

Dear Mr. President, The Queen and I recall our visit to Germany in 2023 with immense affection. The kindness that you and your wife showed us, and the warmth of the welcome...