A con man in London pretended to be a ''fantasist'' so that he get past Queen Elizabeth II's guardsmen.

In a massive security breach, the intruder spent a night eating and drinking in the officer's mess yards away from Windsor Castle.

The fake priest was able to spoof his way into the Coldstream Guards barracks as he pretended to be a friend of the regiment's padre.

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The incident took place around 9:20 am on Wednesday last week when the British monarch was at Sandringham for Easter.

''This is just an extraordinary breach of security. The guy turned up at the gate in the evening and said his name was Father Cruise and claimed to be a friend of the battalion's Padre Rev Matt Coles'' a source told the Sun.

'''He was invited in and offered something to eat in the Officer's Mess. Within a couple of hours, he was drinking with the officers in the bar and telling them stories of how he had served in Iraq.''

''He was telling lots of tall stories and the lads were enjoying his banter and having a few drinks.''

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Queen Elizabeth, who is 70 years on the throne, ascended the throne on the death of her father King George VI on February 6, 1952 and is the longest-ruling monarch in British history.

"The British Army takes this breach of security extremely seriously and it will be thoroughly investigated as a matter of priority," a spokesperson said in a statement to Sky News.

"Officers attended and removed the intruder from the barracks. No further action was required."

Following an attempt of a break-in at the Windsor Castle on Christmas, the Queen had started advertising for a new secuity officer at Hollyroodhouse Palace.

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A con man in London pretended to be a ''fantasist'' so that he get past Queen Elizabeth II's guardsmen. In a massive security breach, the intruder spent a night eating and drinking in the officer's mess yards away from Windsor Castle.

A con man in London pretended to be a ''fantasist'' so that he get past Queen Elizabeth II's guardsmen. In a massive security breach, the intruder spent a night eating and drinking in the officer's mess yards away from Windsor Castle. The fake priest was able to spoof his way into the Coldstream Guards barracks as he pretended to be a friend of the regiment's padre. The incident took place around 9:20 am on Wednesday last week when the British monarch was at Sandringham for Easter. ''This is just an extraordinary breach of security. The guy turned up at the gate in the evening and said his name was Father Cruise and claimed to be a friend of the battalion's Padre Rev Matt Coles'' a source told the Sun. '''He was invited in and offered something to eat in the Officer's Mess. Within a couple of hours, he was drinking with the officers in the bar and telling them stories of how he had served in Iraq.'' ''He was telling lots of tall stories and the lads were enjoying his banter and having a few drinks.'' Also see | Queen Elizabeth II turns 96: Key moments from her life Queen Elizabeth, who is 70 years on the throne, ascended the throne on the death of her father King George VI on February 6, 1952 and is the longest-ruling monarch in British history. "The British Army takes this breach of security extremely seriously and it will be thoroughly investigated as a matter of priority," a spokesperson said in a statement to Sky News. "Officers attended and removed the intruder from the barracks. No further action was required." Following an attempt of a break-in at the Windsor Castle on Christmas, the Queen had started advertising for a new secuity officer at Hollyroodhouse Palace. (With inputs from agencies) Watch WION's live TV here:

Con man gets past Queen Elizabeth's guardsmen by pretending to be a priest

As she attended her first in-person engagement since her son Prince Charles tested positive for COVID-19 on Wednesday, Queen Elizabeth quipped with members of the royal household that she could not move much.

Prince Charles, the heir to the throne, 73, pulled out of last week's event after contracting coronavirus for the second time.&nbsp;

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While the 95-year-old monarch wasn't showing any symptoms at the moment, palace sources stated that the situation was being monitored.

On Tuesday, the queen, via video link, received new ambassadors from Estonia and Spain, and on Wednesday, the palace confirmed the outgoing and incoming defence secretaries had been received at Windsor Castle.

"Oh, I am here," the queen, supporting herself with a stick, chuckled as the two secretaries entered her room, according to a video of the meeting.

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When asked how she was, the queen responded: "Well, as you can see, I can't move." She gestured at her feet before shuffling forward slightly and greeting the pair with a handshake.

Buckingham Palace declined to comment.

According to a palace source, the Queen was feeling slightly stiff rather than not being well or injured.

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Queen Elizabeth II, is the world's oldest and longest-reigning monarch, and her health has been in the spotlight since she spent a night in hospital for an unspecified illness last October and was advised to rest.

The palace said last week that Elizabeth, who celebrated her 70th anniversary as monarch this month, would be returning to her normal duties.

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As she attended her first in-person engagement since her son Prince Charles tested positive for COVID-19 on Wednesday, Queen Elizabeth quipped with members of the royal household that she could not move much.

As she attended her first in-person engagement since her son Prince Charles tested positive for COVID-19 on Wednesday, Queen Elizabeth quipped with members of the royal household that she could not move much. Prince Charles, the heir to the throne, 73, pulled out of last week's event after contracting coronavirus for the second time. Also read | Will Queen Elizabeth II abdicate? Reports suggest 'sensitive' planning underway for Prince Charles' coronation While the 95-year-old monarch wasn't showing any symptoms at the moment, palace sources stated that the situation was being monitored. On Tuesday, the queen, via video link, received new ambassadors from Estonia and Spain, and on Wednesday, the palace confirmed the outgoing and incoming defence secretaries had been received at Windsor Castle. "Oh, I am here," the queen, supporting herself with a stick, chuckled as the two secretaries entered her room, according to a video of the meeting. Also read | In Pics: Along with Queen Elizabeth, these are the world's longest reigning monarchs When asked how she was, the queen responded: "Well, as you can see, I can't move." She gestured at her feet before shuffling forward slightly and greeting the pair with a handshake. Buckingham Palace declined to comment. According to a palace source, the Queen was feeling slightly stiff rather than not being well or injured. Watch | Is Queen Elizabeth II the longest-ruling monarch? Queen Elizabeth II, is the world's oldest and longest-reigning monarch, and her health has been in the spotlight since she spent a night in hospital for an unspecified illness last October and was advised to rest. The palace said last week that Elizabeth, who celebrated her 70th anniversary as monarch this month, would be returning to her normal duties. (With inputs from agencies)

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New Zealand's Maori Party has said that the country should stop considering British monarch as head of the state. Maori, the indigenous people of New Zealand faced oppression during colonial times.

The call for 'divorce' from the British monarchy came on 182nd anniversary of signing of the Treaty of Waitangi.

Te Tiriti o Waitangi, as it is called in the Maori language is the foundational legal document.&nbsp;

“If you look at our founding covenant as a marriage between tangata whenua [indigenous people] and the crown, then Te Tiriti is the child of that marriage. It’s time [for] tangata whenua to take full custody,” Maori Party co-leader Rawiri Waititi said as quoted by The Guardian.

“This won’t mean the crown is off the hook. If a couple gets divorced, you don’t lose responsibility for your child. This will be an opportunity to reimagine a more meaningful and fulfilling partnership,”

The Treaty of Waitangi recognised Maori rights on their lands and provided guarantee against their possession by the crown. However, in 100 years after sigining of the treaty about 90 per cent of Maori lands were confiscated by colonial interests.

Among New Zealanders opinion to stop considering British Queen as head of state finds backers. As per 1News Colmar Brunton Poll, 30 per cent of the respondents preferred severing ties with the queen while 47 per cent were against such a move. 20 per cent of the respondents were undecided.

New Zealand's Maori Party has said that the country should stop considering British monarch as head of the state. Maori, the indigenous people of New Zealand faced oppression during colonial times.

New Zealand's Maori Party has said that the country should stop considering British monarch as head of the state. Maori, the indigenous people of New Zealand faced oppression during colonial times. The call for 'divorce' from the British monarchy came on 182nd anniversary of signing of the Treaty of Waitangi. Te Tiriti o Waitangi, as it is called in the Maori language is the foundational legal document. “If you look at our founding covenant as a marriage between tangata whenua [indigenous people] and the crown, then Te Tiriti is the child of that marriage. It’s time [for] tangata whenua to take full custody,” Maori Party co-leader Rawiri Waititi said as quoted by The Guardian. “This won’t mean the crown is off the hook. If a couple gets divorced, you don’t lose responsibility for your child. This will be an opportunity to reimagine a more meaningful and fulfilling partnership,” The Treaty of Waitangi recognised Maori rights on their lands and provided guarantee against their possession by the crown. However, in 100 years after sigining of the treaty about 90 per cent of Maori lands were confiscated by colonial interests. Among New Zealanders opinion to stop considering British Queen as head of state finds backers. As per 1News Colmar Brunton Poll, 30 per cent of the respondents preferred severing ties with the queen while 47 per cent were against such a move. 20 per cent of the respondents were undecided.

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On Tuesday the Caribbean island nation, Barbados grew to become a republic, and eliminated Queen Elizabeth II as its head of state. Dame Sandra Mason has been sworn in as the primary ever president of Barbados.

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Has the British Queen been 'cancelled'? Oxford University students have taken down a portrait of Queen Elizabeth from their common room. Her portrait will be replaced by someone 'influential and inspirational'. WION’s Palki Sharma brings you the details.

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Who hasn’t gotten bored staying at home during the lockdown? Looks like the Britain’s Queen too has had a lot of this social distancing as reports suggest that the royal will soon be hosting drive-in movies at her country retreat, Sandringham Estate.

The country retreat of Queen Elizabeth II will begin hosting drive-in movies starting September 25. It will feature a slate of popular and award-winning films that will be shown on a state-of-the-art LED screen.

The first film to be showcased is Oscar-winning war film ‘1917’ that will be followed by Elton John’s biopic film ‘Rocketman’. The following day screenings will include films like ‘Toy Story’, ‘The Greatest Showman’ and ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’.

The next day will have ‘Moana’, ‘Grease’ and ‘A Star is Born’.

Ticket prices start at £32.50, with the option of paying an extra £7.50 to add chairs and tables to the side of one's vehicle along with popcorn. Attendees will park their vehicles in designated areas within Sandringham Country Park. Each car will be given space to socially distance from the next vehicle, allowing attendees to sit outside of their cars to watch the film.

They will hear the film via an audio transmitter in their car, while concessions include alcoholic beverages, popcorn, soda and snacks.&nbsp;

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Rotating food vendors will service each film.

The website of the Sandringham Estate offers COVID-19 guidelines, regularly updated with safety measures in compliance with the British government.&nbsp;

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Who hasn’t gotten bored staying at home during the lockdown? Looks like the Britain’s Queen too has had a lot of this social distancing as reports suggest that the royal will soon be hosting drive-in movies at her country retreat, Sandringham Estate.

Who hasn’t gotten bored staying at home during the lockdown? Looks like the Britain’s Queen too has had a lot of this social distancing as reports suggest that the royal will soon be hosting drive-in movies at her country retreat, Sandringham Estate. The country retreat of Queen Elizabeth II will begin hosting drive-in movies starting September 25. It will feature a slate of popular and award-winning films that will be shown on a state-of-the-art LED screen. The first film to be showcased is Oscar-winning war film ‘1917’ that will be followed by Elton John’s biopic film ‘Rocketman’. The following day screenings will include films like ‘Toy Story’, ‘The Greatest Showman’ and ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’. The next day will have ‘Moana’, ‘Grease’ and ‘A Star is Born’. Ticket prices start at £32.50, with the option of paying an extra £7.50 to add chairs and tables to the side of one's vehicle along with popcorn. Attendees will park their vehicles in designated areas within Sandringham Country Park. Each car will be given space to socially distance from the next vehicle, allowing attendees to sit outside of their cars to watch the film. They will hear the film via an audio transmitter in their car, while concessions include alcoholic beverages, popcorn, soda and snacks. 'Tenet' kicks off with $20 million at the US box office, nears $150 million globally Rotating food vendors will service each film. The website of the Sandringham Estate offers COVID-19 guidelines, regularly updated with safety measures in compliance with the British government. Venice Film Festival 2020: First-ever Gujarati film vying for top prize

Queen Elizabeth to host drive-in movies at her holiday retreat from September 25

Queen Elizabeth II, the world&#39;s longest-reigning monarch, set a new record Monday as the first British sovereign to reach their sapphire jubilee, marking 65 years on the throne.

The head of state, now 90, became queen aged 25 upon the premature death of her father, king George VI, in 1952.

On Accession Day, Queen Elizabeth was at her country estate in Norfolk, eastern England.

&quot;The queen is spending the day privately at Sandringham House,&quot; a Buckingham Palace spokesman told AFP.

The monarch was working on the &quot;red boxes&quot; -- the red briefcases of official government papers -- and reflecting on her father`s passing.

On Sunday, she was seen smiling as well-wishers gave her flowers outside church.

Prime Minister Theresa May said the country would join in giving thanks for the queen&#39;s lifetime of service to Britain and the wider Commonwealth.

&quot;It is a testament to her selfless devotion to the nation that she is not marking becoming the first monarch to reign for 65 years with any special celebration but instead getting on with the job to which she has dedicated her life,&quot; she said.

&quot;She has truly been an inspiration to all of us and I am proud, on behalf of the nation, to offer our humble thanks and congratulations.&quot;Despite her reluctance to celebrate publicly, the occasion was being marked in Britain.

Gun salutes were fired at the Tower of London, in the capital`s Green Park and around the kingdom, while the bells of Westminster Abbey, where she was crowned in 1953, rang out.

Sapphire is the 65th-anniversary gemstone and a photograph was reissued of the sovereign wearing a suite of sapphire jewellery from 1850, which was given to her by her father in 1947 as a wedding gift.

&quot;She has very kind eyes with a mischievous glint,&quot; said photographer David Bailey after taking the portrait in 2014.&nbsp;

The Royal Mint marked the anniversary with specially-designed commemorative coins, ranging from a &pound;5 coin to a &pound;1,000 solid gold coin, which weighs one kilogramme (2.2 pounds) and costs &pound;50,000 to buy.

The &pound;5 ($6.25, 5.80-euro) coins feature the imperial state crown, rotated to show off the Stuart sapphire.

They also bear words from the famous quote in her 21st birthday speech to the Commonwealth back in 1947: &quot;My whole life, whether it be long or short, shall be devoted to your service.&quot;

Meanwhile, the Royal Mail issued a &pound;5 stamp in a sapphire blue colour.&quot;It`s very, very difficult to dislike her,&quot; Andrew Gimson, author of &quot;Gimson`s Kings and Queens&quot;, told AFP.

&quot;She`s never answered back, she`s always been above politics.&quot;

Elizabeth became Britain`s longest-serving monarch ever in September 2015, surpassing the reign of her great-great-grandmother queen Victoria, a record she said was &quot;not one to which I have ever aspired&quot;.

She also became the longest-reigning living monarch in the world in October last year following the death of Thai king Bhumibol Adulyadej.

Her three big jubilees at 25, 50 and 60 years -- were the silver (1977), golden (2002) and diamond (2012) jubilees, which were celebrated with major public events.

Besides Britain, she has also been the monarch of Australia, Canada and New Zealand for 65 years.

She suffered from a heavy cold over Christmas, missing two Sunday church services, but is generally in rude health.

However, with her advancing age, Queen Elizabeth is gradually handing over more responsibilities to younger royals.

Her 34-year-old grandson Prince William, second in line to the throne after his father Prince Charles, is stepping down as an air ambulance pilot this year to carry out more royal duties on his grandmother&#39;s behalf.

(AFP)

On January 6, Queen Elizabeth II became the first British sovereign to reach the sapphire jubilee

Queen Elizabeth II, the world's longest-reigning monarch, set a new record Monday as the first British sovereign to reach their sapphire jubilee, marking 65 years on the throne. The head of state, now 90, became queen aged 25 upon the premature death of her father, king George VI, in 1952. On Accession Day, Queen Elizabeth was at her country estate in Norfolk, eastern England. "The queen is spending the day privately at Sandringham House," a Buckingham Palace spokesman told AFP. The monarch was working on the "red boxes" -- the red briefcases of official government papers -- and reflecting on her father`s passing. On Sunday, she was seen smiling as well-wishers gave her flowers outside church. Prime Minister Theresa May said the country would join in giving thanks for the queen's lifetime of service to Britain and the wider Commonwealth. "It is a testament to her selfless devotion to the nation that she is not marking becoming the first monarch to reign for 65 years with any special celebration but instead getting on with the job to which she has dedicated her life," she said. "She has truly been an inspiration to all of us and I am proud, on behalf of the nation, to offer our humble thanks and congratulations."Despite her reluctance to celebrate publicly, the occasion was being marked in Britain. Gun salutes were fired at the Tower of London, in the capital`s Green Park and around the kingdom, while the bells of Westminster Abbey, where she was crowned in 1953, rang out. Sapphire is the 65th-anniversary gemstone and a photograph was reissued of the sovereign wearing a suite of sapphire jewellery from 1850, which was given to her by her father in 1947 as a wedding gift. "She has very kind eyes with a mischievous glint," said photographer David Bailey after taking the portrait in 2014. The Royal Mint marked the anniversary with specially-designed commemorative coins, ranging from a £5 coin to a £1,000 solid gold coin, which weighs one kilogramme (2.2 pounds) and costs £50,000 to buy. The £5 ($6.25, 5.80-euro) coins feature the imperial state crown, rotated to show off the Stuart sapphire. They also bear words from the famous quote in her 21st birthday speech to the Commonwealth back in 1947: "My whole life, whether it be long or short, shall be devoted to your service." Meanwhile, the Royal Mail issued a £5 stamp in a sapphire blue colour."It`s very, very difficult to dislike her," Andrew Gimson, author of "Gimson`s Kings and Queens", told AFP. "She`s never answered back, she`s always been above politics." Elizabeth became Britain`s longest-serving monarch ever in September 2015, surpassing the reign of her great-great-grandmother queen Victoria, a record she said was "not one to which I have ever aspired". She also became the longest-reigning living monarch in the world in October last year following the death of Thai king Bhumibol Adulyadej. Her three big jubilees at 25, 50 and 60 years -- were the silver (1977), golden (2002) and diamond (2012) jubilees, which were celebrated with major public events. Besides Britain, she has also been the monarch of Australia, Canada and New Zealand for 65 years. She suffered from a heavy cold over Christmas, missing two Sunday church services, but is generally in rude health. However, with her advancing age, Queen Elizabeth is gradually handing over more responsibilities to younger royals. Her 34-year-old grandson Prince William, second in line to the throne after his father Prince Charles, is stepping down as an air ambulance pilot this year to carry out more royal duties on his grandmother's behalf. (AFP)

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