Writing to members of the royal family, sending out invitations or organising events at which members of the royal family may be present can be a daunting prospect. Royal protocol has a pedigree extending back many hundreds of years and members of the public are understandably anxious about causing offence.
Refer to the Address Expert for all questions relating to correct forms of address.
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A comprehensive guide to addressing members of the royal family and people with titles
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