We can make the Commonwealth a real global power
What becomes of the Commonwealth should one of its 15 members that is not a republic join those 39 others which are? With Jamaica considering such a…
Waiving visa fees for Commonwealth soldiers who risk life and limb ‘is the least UK can do’
At present, foreigners who have served in the Armed Forces are charged £2,389 for visas to regularise their immigration status. Once fees for dependents are taken into…
Tory rebellion looms over visa fees for Commonwealth veterans who fought for Britain
A Tory rebellion looms on Tuesday over visa fees charged to Commonwealth veterans who want to stay in Britain after leaving the Armed Forces. Johnny Mercer, the…
‘It’ll be sad for a lot of us’: Sir Gary Sobers stumped over Barbados cutting ties with the Queen
“The Queen always turned up at Lord’s to watch the West Indies. I was very fortunate because on the occasions when they came to watch, I somehow…
Prince of Wales to reaffirm ‘affection’ for Barbados at republic ceremony
The Prince is expected to reminisce about his first visit to the island 50 years ago, and praise the “invaluable contribution” of the Barbadian diaspora in the…
Barbados defends inviting Prince of Wales to ceremony removing the Queen as head of state
As future head of Commonwealth, he is expected to emphasise the continued ties and friendship between nations, as well as conveying good wishes for its future with…