Second World War D-Day veteran Robert “Bob” Piper, aged 100, tells the Princess Royal she should “slow down” during a Buckingham Palace garden party linked to The Not Forgotten. Piper makes the remark while speaking directly with Anne, Princess Royal, at the event. The outlets report that Piper, who is associated with remembrance work following his service during the D-Day landings, discusses his perspective on her schedule and pace.
Both reports describe the setting as The Not Forgotten association’s garden party at Buckingham Palace, where Piper meets the Princess Royal. The coverage focuses on the veteran’s comment rather than elaborating on any subsequent response or changes. The accounts also place emphasis on Piper’s age and status as a D-Day veteran, presenting the “slow down” message as personal advice given in the context of a commemorative charity gathering.
No additional policy, medical, or official statements are included in the provided extracts beyond the reported conversation at the event.
