Cambridge and Sussex have met in public today for the first time since Harry and Meghan left their royal roles for a new life in the United States.
They are among the hundreds of guests attending a special service this morning in St. Paul’s Cathedral, thanking the 70th anniversary of the throne that the queen has broken records.
However, the queen stood out for her absence. While he was said to have “enjoyed” a lot with the events that launched the platinum jubilee yesterday, another public appearance today was considered too much.
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge greet the crowds gathered outside St Paul’s
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The Duke and Duchess of Sussex arrived shortly before the Cambridges
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Buckingham Palace last night said: “The Queen really enjoyed today’s birthday parade and the pass, but she experienced some discomfort.
“Considering the trip and the activity required to participate in tomorrow ‘s National Thanksgiving Service