The royal calendar has been thrown into chaos following Buckingham Palace’s recent announcement, with several major events at risk of being cancelled or postponed.
In a statement released on Thursday, Buckingham Palace revealed that the royal family will postpone engagements to avoid diverting attention from the upcoming British elections campaign.
This decision comes in accordance with normal procedure during election periods, and the monarch and other members of the royal family expressed their apologies to those affected by the postponements.
Prince William, through Kensington Palace, also issued an apology for cancelling his May 23 engagement at the last minute, promising to reschedule it for a future date.
While some events, such as King Charles and Queen Camilla’s trip to France for the 80th anniversary of D-Day, are confirmed to proceed as scheduled, others are facing uncertainty.
Trooping the Colour, the Order of the Garter, Holyrood Week, and Royal Ascot are expected to take place on their planned dates, providing some reassurance amid the disruptions.
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However, upcoming events such as the state visit of the Emperor of Japan and the Founders Day Parade to the Royal Hospital Chelsea could potentially be cancelled or postponed due to the election campaign.
As the royal family navigates through these challenges, adjustments to the calendar are being made to ensure that important events are conducted in a manner that respects the electoral process while maintaining the tradition and dignity of the monarchy.
