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No Balcony Moment for Sussex: Princess Anne’s Ultimatum Reveals Strict Conditions for Royal Coronation
With just a month left until the highly anticipated coronation at Westminster Abbey in London, tensions within the royal family are on the rise.
A royal insider has disclosed to Page Six the stringent conditions set by King Charles III for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's attendance at the event.
Following Prince Harry's demands for Buckingham Palace to invite his wife and children, Princess Anne has delivered a final ultimatum to the Sussexes to ensure a smooth coronation for her brother.
Princess Anne's ultimatum requires the Duke and Duchess of Sussex to sign a contract outlining specific parameters that must be adhered to.
Among these conditions is a strict prohibition on disclosing any details related to the event and a mandate to refrain from engaging with the press upon entering Westminster Abbey.
Furthermore, the couple must uphold a demeanor befitting of British monarchy figures and avoid any actions that could tarnish their reputation while in the City of London.
In a surprising turn of events, it has been revealed that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will not have a balcony moment during the coronation festivities.
Instead, King Charles and Queen Consort will mark the occasion by appearing on the Buckingham Palace balcony alongside select working royals.
This decision underscores the King's vision of a streamlined monarchy, as indicated by sources close to the royal family.
The coronation ceremony on Saturday, May 6, promises to be a grand affair, featuring a spectacular fly-past over Buckingham Palace.
Detailed plans obtained by the Mirror outline the King's intention to express gratitude to the nation alongside a chosen group of royals who have dedicated themselves to public service.
The procession from Westminster Abbey to Buckingham Palace will include Prince Charles, Camilla, and their children, emphasizing the continuity and future of the royal family.
Notably absent from the select group of attendees are Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, who have yet to respond to the official invitation extended by the King.
Speculations about their desire to participate in the balcony appearance have been dismissed by Palace insiders.
Disgraced Prince Andrew, who has faced controversy and stepped back from royal duties, will also be excluded from the monarch's side during the momentous occasion.
Princess Anne, a trusted confidante of King Charles, will stand by his side during the coronation, accompanied by her husband, Vice Admiral Sir Tim Lawrence.
Additionally, Prince Edward and Sophie, the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh, will be present, having shared a close bond with the late Queen in her final years.
The King's deliberate selection of attendees reflects his focus on a functional monarchy, prioritizing working members and loyal servants.
As preparations for the coronation continue, discussions surrounding the event's logistics persist.
Questions linger about whether the Princess of Wales will wear a tiara, with speculations suggesting she may not have access to traditional family jewels.
Amidst uncertainties and complexities, the countdown to the historic coronation draws nearer, with all eyes on the evolving dynamics within the royal family.