Buckingham Palace has eased fears over the health of the Queen and Duke of Edinburgh ahead of a special "all staff" meeting this morning.
Royal staff across the UK have been called to the Palace, but officials would not say what the meeting is about.
But sources from inside Buckingham Palace have moved to assure people that it does not concern the health of royal family members amid fervent speculation.
Her Majesty turned 91 last month and her husband, Prince Philip, will celebrate his 96th birthday in June.
Lord Chamberlain, the most senior officer of the Royal Household, was set address staff from across the royal household, but no announcement has yet been made.
The Queen fulfilled royal duties yesterday by meeting Prime Minister Theresa May at the palace to formally dissolve Parliament ahead of the General Election.
