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Texts of speeches given by The King, The Queen and other members of the Royal Family, as well as written articles are available in this section.
A message from The King on the death of Reverend Jesse Jackson
My wife and I were deeply saddened to hear of the death of the Reverend Jesse Jackson. We send our deepest sympathy to his family. I remember with great fondness meeting him...
A message from The King ahead of a reception at Windsor Castle to celebrate carers
So to those who provide care - whether you wear a uniform or simply the clothes you felt able to pull on in the morning - please know that the great love you show in small...
A message from The King, following the attack at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School in British Columbia
My wife and I were profoundly shocked and saddened to learn of the most dreadful attack at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School in British Columbia. We can only express our deepest...
Speech delivered by The Queen during a visit to Maggie’s Cheltenham, to celebrate the charity’s 30th anniversary
Ladies and gentlemen, as the proud President of Maggie’s, it is a huge pleasure to be back with you at the Cheltenham centre - as Laura reminded me it was 16 years ago, I...
A message from The Queen to mark the 5th anniversary of The Queen's Reading Room
Five years ago, I founded a book club in lockdown, in the hope that others might derive as much enjoyment from good literature as I do. Since those humble beginnings, that...
A speech by His Majesty The King at the Lord High Admiral’s Divisions Parade, Britannia Royal Naval College, Dartmouth
Ladies and gentlemen, I am delighted to be able to join you today at Britannia Royal Naval College to celebrate those of you who are passing out. Each of you has demonstrated...
A message from The King in support of Stand Up To Cancer
This is a season when our thoughts turn to celebrations with our friends and families. In the midst of this festive period, I just wanted to ask you to join me today in...
The King's speech at the German State Banquet
Herr Bundespräsident, Frau Büdenbender, Your Excellencies, Ladies and Gentlemen. Meine Frau und ich freuen uns, Sie zu diesem Staatsbesuch auf Schloss Windsor begrüßen zu...
A message from The King to the people of South and Southeast Asia following devastating floods across the region.
My wife and I are deeply saddened to learn of the devastation caused by the terrible storms across South and Southeast Asia. We can only begin to imagine the scale of...
A message from The King to the people of Hong Kong following the devastating fire in Tai Po.
My wife and I were greatly saddened to learn of the devastating fire in Tai Po and feel deeply for the people of Hong Kong at such a tragic time. Our most heartfelt thoughts...
