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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Ellie Muir

Queen Margrethe admits to ‘difficulties and ‘hurt’ in Danish royal family

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The Queen of Denmark has opened up about the “difficulties” and “hurt” in the Danish royal family following her decision to strip four of her grandchildren of their titles.

Queen Margrethe II announced in September that the four children of her youngest son, Prince Joachim, 53, can no longer use the title of prince or princess, as of 1 January 2023. They will be known as the counts and countesses of Monpezat, instead.

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