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Queen Consort appears to criticise Roald Dahl in speech to authors

Telegraph, 23 Feb 2023
The Queen Consort has appeared to criticise the changes made to Roald Dahl books, urging authors to resist curbs on freedom of expression.

Speaking at a Clarence House reception to mark the second anniversary of her online book club, she told assembled authors: “Please remain true to your calling, unimpeded by those who may wish to curb the freedom of your expression or impose limits on your imagination.”

She looked up with a smile as she then said: “Enough said.” Her comments were greeted by cheers of “hear, hear.”

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