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Princess Kate makes funny request during visit to Northern Ireland

  • On Tuesday 14 October 2025, the Prince and Princess of Wales visited the Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service Learning & Development College near Cookstown and travelled a short distance across the 50-acre site in the red engine at a sedate pace.
  • Kensington Palace said the visit would showcase rural growth and opportunities, highlight training for the next generation of firefighters, and coincide with Fire Safety Week.
  • During a flood water rescue simulator, Caoimhe McNeice said, `He got us there safely, I think he was on a limit for his speed. princess was wanting the sirens on, but he was strictly told no`, and she added that Kate wanted William to drive.
  • Aidan Jennings said the visit was a proud and unforgettable day, showcasing scenario-based training and recognising NIFRS personnel and graduates supporting the local community.
  • The site is the NIFRS Learning & Development College, a 50million investment with a flood water rescue simulator, one of only two worldwide, marking NIFRS's largest capital project.
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Daily Mirror broke the news in London, United Kingdom on Tuesday, October 14, 2025.
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