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Royal Tours - are their days numbered?

A glimpse behind the scenes of Prince Charles and Camilla's whirlwind 3 day visit to Canada - at a time when some are questioning the value and purpose of royal tours.

For decades, the royal tour has been the essential tool to allow the Royal Family to be seen by as many people as possible. And in the run-up to the Platinum Jubilee, family members have been sent abroad to celebrate the Queen’s milestone. But they haven't all gone according to plan, leaving some to question the value and purpose of a royal tour. The Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ's Royal Correspondent, Sarah Campbell - along with producer, James Bryant - have just returned from a whirlwind, 3 day tour of Canada with Prince Charles and Camilla. This is 5 Minutes On - Royal Tours - are their days numbered?

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