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Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall has admitted that she's "no financial wizard" as she praised credit unions.
Yesterday (16.10.14) the Duchess of Cambridge was joined by 'This Morning' presenter Eamonn Holmes and the money saving expert Martin Lewis as she hosted a reception at Clarence House, London, to mark International Credit Union Day.
Speaking about credit unions - which are regulated, not-for-profit community banks - Camilla said: "I do believe that credit unions could be a real force for change in the financial landscape and are truly a cause worth championing.
"I believe credit unions can change the way we talk and think about savings and loans.
"They can encourage those who have the means to save, and bring in from the cold those vulnerable people who struggle to qualify for loans."
The 67-year-old royal then added: "The simple fact is that if more of us support them by opening savings accounts, they will be able to offer more loans to those who really need them."
Camilla admits she’s ‘no financial wizard’
Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall has admitted that she's "no financial wizard" as she praised credit unions.
Yesterday (16.10.14) the Duchess of Cambridge was joined by 'This Morning' presenter Eamonn Holmes and the money saving expert Martin Lewis as she hosted a reception at Clarence House, London, to mark International Credit Union Day.
Speaking about credit unions - which are regulated, not-for-profit community banks - Camilla said: "I do believe that credit unions could be a real force for change in the financial landscape and are truly a cause worth championing.
"I believe credit unions can change the way we talk and think about savings and loans.
"They can encourage those who have the means to save, and bring in from the cold those vulnerable people who struggle to qualify for loans."
The 67-year-old royal then added: "The simple fact is that if more of us support them by opening savings accounts, they will be able to offer more loans to those who really need them."
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Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh paid tribute to World War I servicemen at the "impressive" Tower of London art installation.
The Queen laid a wreath of poppies at the 'Blood Swept Lands and Seas of Red' exhibit yesterday (16.10.14) with her husband, Duke of Edinburgh.
As part of this year's Remembrance Day on November 11, 2014 the Tower of London will be covered in 888,246 ceramic poppies.
Each floral design represents each British and colonial death which occurred during WWI.
Tom Piper, a stage designer who helped create the poppy installation, revealed that the Queen described the design as "impressive".
He told the BBC: "She was very keen to know the numbers involved. It's captured the imagination of the whole nation so I think it's wonderful we've had the Queen at one end and also completely ordinary people at the other coming.
"It's got completely across society."
In August, Prince Harry and the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge toured the area which took more than 8,000 volunteers to help lay the ceramic flowers around the site.
Queen pays tribute to World War I servicemen at the Tower of London
Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh paid tribute to World War I servicemen at the "impressive" Tower of London art installation.
The Queen laid a wreath of poppies at the 'Blood Swept Lands and Seas of Red' exhibit yesterday (16.10.14) with her husband, Duke of Edinburgh.
As part of this year's Remembrance Day on November 11, 2014 the Tower of London will be covered in 888,246 ceramic poppies.
Each floral design represents each British and colonial death which occurred during WWI.
Tom Piper, a stage designer who helped create the poppy installation, revealed that the Queen described the design as "impressive".
He told the BBC: "She was very keen to know the numbers involved. It's captured the imagination of the whole nation so I think it's wonderful we've had the Queen at one end and also completely ordinary people at the other coming.
"It's got completely across society."
In August, Prince Harry and the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge toured the area which took more than 8,000 volunteers to help lay the ceramic flowers around the site.
TV
Andrea Faustini reportedly suffered a meltdown after the 'X Factor' results show on Sunday night (12.10.14).
The Italian singer - who is a favourite to win the ITV talent show - is said to have broken down in tears despite being put through by the public vote, because he had no friends or family there to celebrate with.
An insider revealed: "Despite going through, after the show Andrea was distraught, sobbing in a corner of the studio.
"Emotions were obviously running high and family and friends are so important on a show like this. So he was painfully aware he didn't have anyone there.
"It's no reflection on him personally because he's a lovely guy, just the fact he hasn't been in this country very long."
Andrea's parents had flown over from Italy to watch his rendition of Michael Jackson's 'Earth Song' but had to return before the results show the next day.
And his fellow contestants are now said to have donated £10 each to fund a trip back to Italy for him after he confessed he couldn't afford the flight himself.
The source added to The Sun newspaper: "It was a lovely gesture and proves how much they all like him."
Meanwhile, 'X Factor' bosses could be set for chaos this weekend with a number of acts - including Ben Haenow, Jake Quickenden and Lola Saunders - being told they have to rest their voices after falling ill.
A source said: "Everyone seems to be getting ill. It is a real worry. There are so many contestants on voice rest, but hopefully that will mean they are well enough for the show."
Andrea Faustini suffers meltdown on The X Factor
Andrea Faustini reportedly suffered a meltdown after the 'X Factor' results show on Sunday night (12.10.14).
The Italian singer - who is a favourite to win the ITV talent show - is said to have broken down in tears despite being put through by the public vote, because he had no friends or family there to celebrate with.
An insider revealed: "Despite going through, after the show Andrea was distraught, sobbing in a corner of the studio.
"Emotions were obviously running high and family and friends are so important on a show like this. So he was painfully aware he didn't have anyone there.
"It's no reflection on him personally because he's a lovely guy, just the fact he hasn't been in this country very long."
Andrea's parents had flown over from Italy to watch his rendition of Michael Jackson's 'Earth Song' but had to return before the results show the next day.
And his fellow contestants are now said to have donated £10 each to fund a trip back to Italy for him after he confessed he couldn't afford the flight himself.
The source added to The Sun newspaper: "It was a lovely gesture and proves how much they all like him."
Meanwhile, 'X Factor' bosses could be set for chaos this weekend with a number of acts - including Ben Haenow, Jake Quickenden and Lola Saunders - being told they have to rest their voices after falling ill.
A source said: "Everyone seems to be getting ill. It is a real worry. There are so many contestants on voice rest, but hopefully that will mean they are well enough for the show."
TV
'The Apprentice' hopeful James Hill has an assault conviction.
The 27-year-old budding businessman has been revealed as a convicted criminal who attacked a bus driver for speaking to his girlfriend.
The victim, Mark Jones, told The Sun newspaper: "I was talking to Hill's girlfriend at the time who I knew worked at a children's soft play area. Hill stormed over and began throwing his fists.
"My drink went flying. He threw punch after punch. I'm not sure how many connected.
"I fell to the floor and one of my contact lenses fell out. As I looked up I saw a boot coming towards my head."
The candidate - who was in the losing team twice on this week's double bill of the show - was arrested following the incident and appeared in court in 2009 where he pleaded guilty to the assault, as well as another attack in which he bit a man's ear on Christmas Eve in 2008.
The wannabe businessman, who is vying to become Lord Sugar's business partner, received an 18-month suspended jail sentence, as well as being made to pay £500 compensation to his victims and £755 in costs.
Mark continued to express his disgust that James is featuring on the BBC1 programme.
He added: "I couldn't believe my eyes. How could the BBC let him take part?"
A spokesperson from 'The Apprentice' stated: "James was eligible to apply as it is a spent conviction."
The Apprentice hopeful convicted of assault
'The Apprentice' hopeful James Hill has an assault conviction.
The 27-year-old budding businessman has been revealed as a convicted criminal who attacked a bus driver for speaking to his girlfriend.
The victim, Mark Jones, told The Sun newspaper: "I was talking to Hill's girlfriend at the time who I knew worked at a children's soft play area. Hill stormed over and began throwing his fists.
"My drink went flying. He threw punch after punch. I'm not sure how many connected.
"I fell to the floor and one of my contact lenses fell out. As I looked up I saw a boot coming towards my head."
The candidate - who was in the losing team twice on this week's double bill of the show - was arrested following the incident and appeared in court in 2009 where he pleaded guilty to the assault, as well as another attack in which he bit a man's ear on Christmas Eve in 2008.
The wannabe businessman, who is vying to become Lord Sugar's business partner, received an 18-month suspended jail sentence, as well as being made to pay £500 compensation to his victims and £755 in costs.
Mark continued to express his disgust that James is featuring on the BBC1 programme.
He added: "I couldn't believe my eyes. How could the BBC let him take part?"
A spokesperson from 'The Apprentice' stated: "James was eligible to apply as it is a spent conviction."
TV
Simon Webbe says dating his 'Strictly Come Dancing' partner is off limits.
The Blue singer has assured viewers that his relationship with professional dancer Kristina Rihanoff - who previously dated her former celebrity partner Joe Calzaghe - is purely platonic, despite them performing a particularly raunch rumba on last week's show.
He told the Metro newspaper: "It's the rumba. It's one of the most sexual dances that there is. I was just concentrating on the moves. Sorry if it offended anyone. For me, I thought the choreography was amazing.
He added: "All I can say is that we talk, we dance, we high five and go our separate ways until the next day."
Despite finding himself in the bottom two last week, Simon, 36, has full confidence in the blonde beauty and her routines, and believes their work ethic makes them the perfect match.
He explained: "She knows what my strengths are. I'm not really that interested in taking my top off and doing a waltz but if it's for entertainment and it feels comfortable by all means.
"When I met her, the one thing I noticed about her was her professionalism. She's a hard worker and a grafter. I have come into Strictly to learn. That's where we have a synergy straight away."
Simon Webbe denies Kristina romance
Simon Webbe says dating his 'Strictly Come Dancing' partner is off limits.
The Blue singer has assured viewers that his relationship with professional dancer Kristina Rihanoff - who previously dated her former celebrity partner Joe Calzaghe - is purely platonic, despite them performing a particularly raunch rumba on last week's show.
He told the Metro newspaper: "It's the rumba. It's one of the most sexual dances that there is. I was just concentrating on the moves. Sorry if it offended anyone. For me, I thought the choreography was amazing.
He added: "All I can say is that we talk, we dance, we high five and go our separate ways until the next day."
Despite finding himself in the bottom two last week, Simon, 36, has full confidence in the blonde beauty and her routines, and believes their work ethic makes them the perfect match.
He explained: "She knows what my strengths are. I'm not really that interested in taking my top off and doing a waltz but if it's for entertainment and it feels comfortable by all means.
"When I met her, the one thing I noticed about her was her professionalism. She's a hard worker and a grafter. I have come into Strictly to learn. That's where we have a synergy straight away."