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Oct 21, 2025

3 min

How old do you have to be to get a message from the king?

The tradition of receiving a congratulatory message from the reigning monarch dates back to 1917, during the reign of King George V. An official answer to the question, “How old do you have to be to get a message from the king?” is 100 years old, with subsequent messages sent on significant birthdays thereafter.

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Oct 20, 2025

4 min

Do you automatically get a card from the king on your 100th birthday?

It's a long-held tradition dating back to 1917 for the British monarch to send congratulatory messages to citizens marking special birthdays. Yet, many wonder, do you automatically get a card from the king on your 100th birthday, or is a specific process required? The answer isn't as simple as it seems.

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Oct 20, 2025

3 min

What do you get when you reach 100 in the UK? A guide to royal greetings and centenarian benefits

According to the Office for National Statistics, the number of centenarians in the UK more than doubled between 2003 and 2023, with an estimated 16,140 people reaching this milestone in 2023. For those who reach this remarkable age, a special tradition exists. So, what do you get when you reach 100 in the UK?

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