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Post by bluetornados on Sept 26, 2022 23:02:09 GMT
King Charles III: New royal cypher revealed.ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/240/cpsprodpb/B9F6/production/_126860674_ciiir-cypher-comp.jpgThe King Charles III's new cypher has been revealed ahead of the official period of royal mourning ending - and will appear on government buildings, state documents and on some post boxes in the coming months and years. The monogram feature's the King's initial C intertwined with the letter R for Rex - Latin for King - with III within the R denoting Charles III, with the crown above the letters. The new monarch travelled to Scotland soon after the Queen's funeral last Monday, with the period of royal mourning lasting for seven days after the late Queen's burial. ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/976/cpsprodpb/2C5E/production/_126785311_charlies.pngCharles' monogram will appear on government buildings, state documents and on some post boxes in the coming months and years. Pictured, the King carrying out official government duties from his red box in the Eighteenth Century Room at Buckingham Palace, London ichef.bbci.co.uk/images/ic/640x360/p0czhcys.jpg
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Post by baselswh on Sept 27, 2022 6:58:29 GMT
Reminds me of a European fc emblem.A Portuguese team for some reason.
I see Jeremy Corbyn was upset the national anthem was sung at the Labour Conference.
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Post by oldie on Sept 27, 2022 8:30:19 GMT
Reminds me of a European fc emblem.A Portuguese team for some reason. I see Jeremy Corbyn was upset the national anthem was sung at the Labour Conference. 😂😂😂😂😂😂 |
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Post by francegas on Sept 27, 2022 13:10:50 GMT
Reminds me of a European fc emblem.A Portuguese team for some reason. I see Jeremy Corbyn was upset the national anthem was sung at the Labour Conference. No surprise there with Corbyn. What I found more amusing was that they had to distribute lyric sheets to the delegates at the conference so they knew the words to the National Anthem. Obviously it was too difficult for them to replace Queen with King and her with him without the use of a lyric sheet. |
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Post by oldie on Sept 27, 2022 14:01:18 GMT
Reminds me of a European fc emblem.A Portuguese team for some reason. I see Jeremy Corbyn was upset the national anthem was sung at the Labour Conference. No surprise there with Corbyn. What I found more amusing was that they had to distribute lyric sheets to the delegates at the conference so they knew the words to the National Anthem. Obviously it was too difficult for them to replace Queen with King and her with him without the use of a lyric sheet. Desperate musings from desperate Tories. Imagine, all the sh*t that's going on and all you two can comment on is the National Anthem. Really guys, surely you can do better? Perhaps not🤔 |
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Post by bluetornados on Sept 30, 2022 7:40:23 GMT
King Charles: New coins featuring monarch's portrait unveiled.ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/976/cpsprodpb/136C7/production/_126895597_b6a2adf1006f4d323b28a6fa5287025d01c9acf1.jpg.webpwww.thesun.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/ROYAL_MINT_WINDSOR_09.jpg?w=620New coins featuring the portrait of King Charles have been revealed, with a 50p carrying his image entering general circulation within weeks. BBC News was given a first glimpse of the 50p and a commemorative £5 Crown which include an image of the King by British sculptor Martin Jennings. The coins follow centuries of tradition with the monarch now facing left - the opposite way to his predecessor. As with previous British kings, and unlike the Queen, he wears no crown. King Charles personally approved the effigy, and was understood to be pleased with the likeness. The coins will be sold to collectors by The Royal Mint from early next week. The 50p coin will be available for general use well before the end of the year, distributed according to demand by banks, building societies and post offices. They will co-circulate with coins featuring the late Queen, so those 27 billion coins will still be accepted in shops. Anne Jessopp, chief executive of The Royal Mint, said that coins generally lasted for 20 years, so both Queen Elizabeth and King Charles coins will be in circulation together for many years to come. From the start of next year, coins from the 1p to the £2, which we use in day-to-day life, will be minted carrying the same image of King Charles. They will be sent out when needed to replace damaged and worn older coins and to cover any extra demand. "People should not worry if they have coins with the Queen on. We will keep those coins in circulation," Mrs Jessopp said. "We are seeing people moving to different forms of payment, but people really like to use coins as well for lots of different reasons." The official portrait was designed to give an accessible look to the King, and the same is true of the inscription. Previous British monarchs have been denoted on the inscription using the Latin version of their name. However, the new coins say Charles III rather than Carolus. The full inscription surrounding the effigy reads "CHARLES III • D • G • REX • F • D • 5 POUNDS • 2022", shortened from Latin, which translates to "King Charles III, by the Grace of God, Defender of the Faith". The reverse of the new £5 coin shows two new portraits of the Queen, charting her journey from a young monarch to a long-standing head of state. On the 50p coin, the reverse is a copy of the design used on the 1953 Crown struck to commemorate the Queen's coronation. King Charles's portrait is the first coin design undertaken by Martin Jennings, but his public sculptures include poets John Betjeman, in St Pancras Station in London, and Philip Larkin in Hull. He used photographs to come up with the design, rather than the King sitting for a specific portrait. "It is the smallest work I have created, but it is humbling to know it will be seen and held by people around the world for centuries to come," he said. The coins will be struck at The Royal Mint's site at Llantrisant, south Wales, where the official coin maker - and Britain's oldest company - moved to accommodate the decimalisation process in 1967. Before decimalisation, it was common for people to carry coins featuring different monarchs in their pockets. A memorial coin range to commemorate the life and legacy of Queen Elizabeth, including the £5 Crown, will be put on sale by The Royal Mint on Monday.
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Post by bluetornados on Oct 1, 2022 23:48:37 GMT
King Charles will not attend COP27, says Palace.
King Charles will not attend the climate change conference COP27, which is due to be held in Egypt later this year, Buckingham Palace has confirmed.
It was responding to a story in The Sunday Times which claimed Prime Minister Liz Truss had "ordered" the King not to attend.
The Palace said advice had been sought by the King and given by Ms Truss.
"With mutual friendship and respect there was agreement that the King would not attend," the Palace stated.
Before his ascension to the throne last month, the King - then the Prince of Wales - had indicated he would attend the annual conference.
Royal correspondent Jonny Dymond said the BBC had put it to the Palace that the King must be personally disappointed given his long decades of passionate environmental campaigning.
But the Palace responded that the idea that the King was uncomfortable was not the case, and that he was ever mindful of the sovereign's role to act on the advice of the government.
Last November - as Prince Charles - the King travelled to Egypt with the then-government's blessing to urge the Egyptian administration on in its efforts, meeting President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi during a planned visit.
In the past, the King has demonstrated his deep commitment to environmental issues and, as Prince of Wales, had a long history of campaigning to reduce the effects of climate change.
Only last year he made a speech at the COP26 opening ceremony in Glasgow, when the summit was hosted by the UK. The late Queen also gave a speech at the event, via video link.
The Egyptian authorities say they hope to use their presidency of COP27 to urge the international community to act on pledges of support for developing countries to cope with the devastating impacts of climate change.
However, there has been criticism ahead of the summit from Human Rights groups. Human Rights Watch has said Egypt has severely curtailed the work of environmental groups. Officials in Cairo said the report was "misleading".
The UN Climate Change Conference takes place in Sharm el-Sheikh from 8-16 November.
Next week, King Charles will attend his first public engagements since the royal period of mourning came to an end, including a reception in Edinburgh for South Asian communities from across the UK and a visit to Dunfermline Abbey.
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Post by Cheshiregas on Oct 2, 2022 13:31:59 GMT
King Charles will not attend COP27, says Palace.King Charles will not attend the climate change conference COP27, which is due to be held in Egypt later this year, Buckingham Palace has confirmed. It was responding to a story in The Sunday Times which claimed Prime Minister Liz Truss had "ordered" the King not to attend. The Palace said advice had been sought by the King and given by Ms Truss. "With mutual friendship and respect there was agreement that the King would not attend," the Palace stated. Might have been a tad embarrassing for Chas. So King Chas, what do you think of starting fracking, opening more oil wells in the North Sea, new open cast mines, promoting fossil fuel consumption and cutting back on renewables as proposed by the new business secretary Mr Rees Smugg going against all your once great nation proposed at earlier COPs? Uhm, ah, eh, er, oh bugger..... |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 2, 2022 14:59:22 GMT
King Charles will not attend COP27, says Palace.King Charles will not attend the climate change conference COP27, which is due to be held in Egypt later this year, Buckingham Palace has confirmed. It was responding to a story in The Sunday Times which claimed Prime Minister Liz Truss had "ordered" the King not to attend. The Palace said advice had been sought by the King and given by Ms Truss. "With mutual friendship and respect there was agreement that the King would not attend," the Palace stated. Might have been a tad embarrassing for Chas. So King Chas, what do you think of starting fracking, opening more oil wells in the North Sea, new open cast mines, promoting fossil fuel consumption and cutting back on renewables as proposed by the new business secretary Mr Rees Smugg going against all your once great nation proposed at earlier COPs? Uhm, ah, eh, er, oh bugger..... Exactly Tel. The King has long held, deeply felt and principled opinions about environmental issues, that are at polar opposites to those of the economic and political illiterates who now "govern" this great country. |
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Post by baselswh on Oct 2, 2022 15:15:17 GMT
Might have been a tad embarrassing for Chas. So King Chas, what do you think of starting fracking, opening more oil wells in the North Sea, new open cast mines, promoting fossil fuel consumption and cutting back on renewables as proposed by the new business secretary Mr Rees Smugg going against all your once great nation proposed at earlier COPs? Uhm, ah, eh, er, oh bugger..... Exactly Tel. The King has long held, deeply felt and principled opinions about environmental issues, that are at polar opposites to those of the economic and political illiterates who now "govern" this great country. Hopefully the King will have some genuine sympathy for those that simply can't afford the eco dream. The dream is all well and good if you can afford it.No good for those that can't.£. In the meantime start the drilling and mining etc and remind the Germans not to rely on Russian fuel so much. |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 2, 2022 16:37:03 GMT
Genuine question Bas.Who do you mean by those who can't afford it? I'd suggest without urgent and sustained action, our generation might just get away unscathed, but the next generations are doomed to cataclysmic disaster.
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Post by oldie on Oct 2, 2022 17:05:12 GMT
Genuine question Bas.Who do you mean by those who can't afford it? I'd suggest without urgent and sustained action, our generation might just get away unscathed, but the next generations are doomed to cataclysmic disaster. That's a waste of logic I am afraid |
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Post by baselswh on Oct 2, 2022 17:57:48 GMT
Genuine question Bas.Who do you mean by those who can't afford it? I'd suggest without urgent and sustained action, our generation might just get away unscathed, but the next generations are doomed to cataclysmic disaster. I'd suggest the immediate threat of Mother Earth vandalism is a serious issue, but the immediate threat exaggerated. I think we should keep Britons warm in Winter.Oh and that's all Britons. Having 'said' that,I would like to see eco ways to keep warm, that are affordable. There are plenty in Easton,St Werburghs etc that want eco friendlier ways of heating (also wanting a republic,death to Tories and the 3 Lions badge replaced by 3 pairs of Eddie Izzards balls,with the motto "I am women hear me roar"). We are facing big heating bills this Winter and you can bet your last quid,that on a misty north east Bristol day in January eg,you'll be able to taste the pollution from the darlings wood burners because they are cheap to run. In a nutshell,please make room for everybody on the eco wagon. |
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Post by oldie on Oct 2, 2022 18:48:12 GMT
Can anyone actually agree with this? Anyone out there?
"There are plenty in Easton,St Werburghs etc that want eco friendlier ways of heating (also wanting a republic,death to Tories and the 3 Lions badge replaced by 3 pairs of Eddie Izzards balls,with the motto "I am women hear me roar").
It's unbelievable really, isn't it? It's a bit like Alf Garnet on steroids. Oh for a Johnny Speight these days to highlight this absolute garbage and wrap it up in comedy
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Post by baselswh on Oct 2, 2022 19:19:56 GMT
Can anyone actually agree with this? Anyone out there? "There are plenty in Easton,St Werburghs etc that want eco friendlier ways of heating (also wanting a republic,death to Tories and the 3 Lions badge replaced by 3 pairs of Eddie Izzards balls,with the motto "I am women hear me roar"). It's unbelievable really, isn't it? It's a bit like Alf Garnet on steroids. Oh for a Johnny Speight these days to highlight this absolute garbage and wrap it up in comedy Yet I'm expected to believe your first and deliberately destructive post on the Labour Party candidate was a joke? This from a man that has spread his character assassination of me ,from this forum to Gas Works. Yeh,ar'nt you the funny boy. |
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Post by oldie on Oct 2, 2022 19:33:42 GMT
Can anyone actually agree with this? Anyone out there? "There are plenty in Easton,St Werburghs etc that want eco friendlier ways of heating (also wanting a republic,death to Tories and the 3 Lions badge replaced by 3 pairs of Eddie Izzards balls,with the motto "I am women hear me roar"). It's unbelievable really, isn't it? It's a bit like Alf Garnet on steroids. Oh for a Johnny Speight these days to highlight this absolute garbage and wrap it up in comedy Yet I'm expected to believe your first and deliberately destructive post on the Labour Party candidate was a joke? This from a man that has spread his character assassination of me ,from this forum to Gas Works. Yeh,ar'nt you the funny boy. I refer only to your comment on this thread |
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Post by baselswh on Oct 2, 2022 19:41:28 GMT
Yet I'm expected to believe your first and deliberately destructive post on the Labour Party candidate was a joke? This from a man that has spread his character assassination of me ,from this forum to Gas Works. Yeh,ar'nt you the funny boy. I refer only to your comment on this thread I don't. |
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Post by oldie on Oct 2, 2022 19:45:30 GMT
I refer only to your comment on this thread I don't. Feel free |
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Post by bluetornados on Oct 11, 2022 21:24:16 GMT
Coronation on 6 May for King Charles and Camilla, Queen Consort.
King Charles III's coronation is to be held on Saturday 6 May, at Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace has announced.
Camilla, the Queen Consort, will be alongside the King and will also be crowned in the historic ceremony.
King Charles became monarch when his mother the late Queen died, but the coronation will mark a symbolic celebration of his new reign.
With much pageantry and ritual, the King will be anointed as sovereign and a crown placed on his head.
Next year's coronation will be the first for almost 70 years - the last being for Elizabeth II in June 1953 - and the first held on a Saturday since Edward VII in 1902.
It is not yet known whether there will be an extra bank holiday added or moved to the coronation weekend, with a bank holiday already scheduled for earlier that week on Monday 1 May.
Buckingham Palace has indicated that the ceremony will combine the ancient and modern - saying it will be "rooted in longstanding traditions" but will also "reflect the monarch's role today and look towards the future".
Camilla, the Queen Consort will be crowned as part of the service, in a similar but simpler ceremony to the crowning of the King.
King Charles will be 74 at the coronation - the oldest that a new monarch has been crowned. The date will also be the fourth birthday of his grandson Archie, the son of Prince Harry and Meghan.
Coronations have been held at London's Westminster Abbey for more than 900 years, with the medieval church the setting for a ceremony that is a mixture of religious and constitutional symbolism.
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Post by oldie on Oct 11, 2022 21:38:59 GMT
Coronation on 6 May for King Charles and Camilla, Queen Consort.King Charles III's coronation is to be held on Saturday 6 May, at Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace has announced. Camilla, the Queen Consort, will be alongside the King and will also be crowned in the historic ceremony. King Charles became monarch when his mother the late Queen died, but the coronation will mark a symbolic celebration of his new reign. With much pageantry and ritual, the King will be anointed as sovereign and a crown placed on his head. Next year's coronation will be the first for almost 70 years - the last being for Elizabeth II in June 1953 - and the first held on a Saturday since Edward VII in 1902. It is not yet known whether there will be an extra bank holiday added or moved to the coronation weekend, with a bank holiday already scheduled for earlier that week on Monday 1 May. Buckingham Palace has indicated that the ceremony will combine the ancient and modern - saying it will be "rooted in longstanding traditions" but will also "reflect the monarch's role today and look towards the future". Camilla, the Queen Consort will be crowned as part of the service, in a similar but simpler ceremony to the crowning of the King. King Charles will be 74 at the coronation - the oldest that a new monarch has been crowned. The date will also be the fourth birthday of his grandson Archie, the son of Prince Harry and Meghan. Coronations have been held at London's Westminster Abbey for more than 900 years, with the medieval church the setting for a ceremony that is a mixture of religious and constitutional symbolism. Do the majority of people actually care about any of this? |
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