Kate Middleton and Prince William
This morning.
Kensington Palace released the following statement about Kate Middleton and Prince William’s trip to Ireland next week…
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge will undertake an official visit to Ireland between Tuesday 3rd March and Thursday 5th March, at the request of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.
The visit, which will see Their Royal Highnesses spend time in Dublin, County Meath, County Kildare and Galway, will highlight the many strong links between the UK and Ireland.
From its thriving cities to rural communities, the programme will take in Ireland’s rich culture, its impactful community initiatives and spectacular scenery. Following Her Majesty The Queen’s historic visit in 2011, the visit will also focus on the relationship between the two countries, and build on the theme of remembrance and reconciliation.
During the three-day tour, The Duke and Duchess will learn about local organisations working to support and empower young people and projects which provide opportunities to help them develop important life skills. Their Royal Highnesses will also hear more about Ireland’s conservation initiatives and efforts to protect its environment, with a particular focus on sustainable farming and marine conservation.
2020 will see Galway host the European Capital of Culture on behalf of Ireland – a showcase of events highlighting the richness and diversity of Irish culture, art and sport. During their time in Galway, The Duke and Duchess will have the opportunity to experience a taste of modern and traditional Irish culture for themselves.
Throughout the visit, Their Royal Highness will meet a broad range of people, including the President, the Taoiseach and senior political leaders, children and young people, and those working in the creative arts, business and charity sectors.
The UK’s links with Ireland are extensive, and The Duke and Duchess are looking forward to building a lasting friendship with the Irish people.
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge will visit Ireland
Pic: RTÉ
Not a huge fan of the Royal Family but Wills and Kate seem well-rounded and sensible individuals,certainly as much as anyone can be in the sort of world they live in.
Compare and contrast with the two space cadets currently in exile in Canada and Hollywood.
Their presence will provide a big boost for the 2020 European Capital of Culture gig.
If it’s anything like Brenda’s visit to Ireland they’ll get a warm welcome.
WTF is ‘Brenda’?
Private Eye term for Her Maj.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_people_and_organisations_frequently_parodied_by_Private_Eye
Ah I see – thanks!
Unsurprising from the British press to adopt pseudonyms. Saves a lot of legal tangles.
How will it boost the city of culture. By shutting Galway city centre down?
Publicity.
They’re box office.
One good photo will go round the world.
And you’re worried about having to make a few diversions?
An Apache helicopter pilot with two tours in Afghan dosen’t qualify for ‘space cadet’ status…Richard head.
Nice try by their royal highnesses to come to Ireland and force the people to choose… them or SF.
We wanted the other two. These ones are boring.
Ah here
Flat White stickie bits on the screen and keyboard
Tell us what we care about. How much disruption is their little holiday going to create and how much will it cost?
Which Taoiseach are they going to meet?
The only one that’s there, Leo.
The one (still) acting as one.
oooohhhh
*jazz hands*
(that’s my leo impersonation)
In your case it would be jizz hands.
ah here
knacker ya
already told you, charger
I’m not going to your party
John Bruton
Did Leo invite these welfare scroungers or did they invite themselves?
“…at the request of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.” suggests they invited themselves. Interestingly when we are between governments – the house upside down and not a child washed…
Still a bit too cold for lizards no?
Ah here lads. yiz are all just wishing we had a nice couple with class. All we have is ..well that clan from Kerry with flat caps
They are a lovely couple in fairness
Afternoon Tea with Michael D
But don’t mention the Wedding in May
Beatrice is getting married and who is giving her away?
Her Father…Prince Andrew
The Media are sharpening their pens already