King Charles III Laughs Off Bird Droppings During 43rd Northern Ireland Visit
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Updated · BBC.com · May 20
King Charles III Laughs Off Bird Droppings During 43rd Northern Ireland Visit
8 articles · Updated · BBC.com · May 20
King Charles III joked "At least it didn't land on my head" after bird droppings hit the back of his jacket during a walkabout in Newcastle, County Down.
The mishap came on day two of his Northern Ireland trip, where he visited Newcastle's Community Cinema, received a VIP movie ticket and helped pack grocery boxes at the Pantry Foodbank.
Queen Camilla carried out separate engagements in Hillsborough, meeting local businesses and pouring a pint of Guinness at the Parson's Nose pub, drawing applause after joking that her husband was the expert.
The visit is Charles's 43rd to Northern Ireland, and it follows this week's announcement that he is expected to make his first trip to the Republic of Ireland as king next year.
Beyond public charm, what is the real diplomatic purpose behind the King's frequent visits to Northern Ireland?
Can King Charles's visit to Ireland truly build on his mother's legacy in the complex post-Brexit era?