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The King and Queen on Official Visit to Northern Ireland

The King and Queen on Official Visit to Northern Ireland

Photo: The Royal Household

King Charles and Queen Camilla carried out several engagements in Belfast, including a visit to the Titanic Quarter, a primary school, and formal meetings with Northern Ireland's political leaders at Hillsborough Castle.

The royal couple began their Northern Ireland visit at the Titanic Quarter, where they met musicians and dancers connected with Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann, which comes to Belfast in August.

Queen Camilla and a young Irish dancer Queen Camilla with an Irish dancer. Photo: The British Royal Family

Queen Camilla then visited Fane Street Primary School, having been invited by the pupils themselves. The school has 285 pupils between them representing 45 countries and speaking 47 different languages. The Queen presented prizes and unveiled a commemorative plaque.

Queen Camilla with school pupils Queen Camilla with pupils at Fane Street Primary School. Photo: The British Royal Family

Later, the royal couple met First Minister Michelle O'Neill and Deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly for formal discussions at Hillsborough Castle.

The royal couple and First Minister O'Neill The royal couple in conversation with Northern Ireland's First Minister Michelle O'Neill at Hillsborough Castle. Photo: The British Royal Family

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