Queen Elizabeth II has again canceled a public appearance. A replacement has already been arranged. The British monarch is represented by two royals.
Buckingham Palace announced on Friday that, unlike usual, the monarch would not attend the traditional service on Maundy Thursday (April 14). This will take place at St George’s Chapel in Windsor, not far from where the Queen is staying. It is not known why Queen Elizabeth II will not be present at the service.
Prince Charles stands in for his mother
The British monarch is represented by her eldest son Prince Charles and his wife Duchess Camilla. According to the “Mirror” it is the first time that the 73-year-old represents his mother at the service on Maundy Thursday.
Duchess Camilla and Prince Charles: The couple will represent the Queen. (Credit: Chris Jackson/Getty Images)
Overall, the Queen missed the Easter event four times. Twice she was on a journey, the other times she had just given birth to a child – in 1960 Prince Andrewfour years later Prince Edward.
Queen takes appointments virtually
This time the reason is different. The 95-year-old had repeatedly canceled appointments for health reasons and moved away from Windsor Castle less and less. At an appointment, her comment caused a stir that she could no longer move. She now keeps most of her appointments virtually.
At the memorial service for her husband who died last year Prince Philip however, she attended Westminster Abbey last week – her first public appearance in London in months. For the first time in six months, she was seen at an appointment outside of her royal residence. It is eagerly awaited to what extent she will participate in the celebrations of her 70th throne anniversary in early June.