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The Queen, my hat and I

Strictly for those who retain an interest in matters royal, here is proof that I was there and an answer to the most frequently asked question, 'What did she say to you?' Jancis Robinson OBE

Bear in mind that I have just been announced as 'Jancis Robinson, for services to broadcasting and journalism' and an Equerry has just prompted HM with a whispered 'wine, Ma'am'.

HM (looking rather doubtful): 'So, you write?'

JR: 'Yes, Your Majesty, and talk quite a lot too.'

HM (looking no less puzzled): 'And broadcast too?'

JR: 'Yes, Ma'am'. (At least I think I remembered my Ma'am...)

HM: 'About...