Royal wedding may give Britain £620m boost

PRINCE William and Kate Middleton’s much anticipated royal wedding could provide a £620 million (€730m) shot in the arm for Britain’s economy, a retail analyst said today.

Royal wedding may give Britain £620m boost

Tuesday’s news that the couple will tie the knot in either spring or summer next year was greeted with excitement by royal fans and most members of the public.

The eyes of the world will be on the pair as they walk down the aisle. But analysts also predict fans’ money will be on them too – with huge amounts spent on wedding souvenirs. British tourism should also be given a boost.

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