The second day of festivities to celebrate Queen Elizabeth II's 70th year of reign will not be attended by her. Buckingham Palace announced that the 96-year old sovereign will not attend Friday's thanksgiving service at St. Paul's Cathedral, London. In question ? "Some discomfort" felt Thursday.
The palace stated that "the Queen enjoyed the parade for Her Birthday today (Thursday) as well as the flypast, but she felt some discomfort," in a detailed statement.
Elizabeth II's appearances have been rarer than usual. She has cancelled almost all of her official appearances since October after a night in hospital. She is now unable to walk due to her weakness since last year's death of Philip. She is not afraid to smile and relax and has surprised many people recently with her willingness to stand by.
Tens of thousands cheered the sovereign from Buckingham Palace's balcony on the first day Jubilee celebrations. Prince Harry and Meghan, their first public visit to the UK since 2020's Californian break, watched the parade from another building.
Prince Andrew, who spent millions to resolve a sexual assault case, will also be absent. Because he was positive for Covid-19, he will not attend Friday's mass at Saint Paul's Cathedral.
