Prince Andrew allowed to wear coronation robes despite no longer being a working royal. Coronation 9News
Andrew's sartorial choice marks a significant change in the duke's royal presence after he officially resigned from his duties three years ago.
However, despite being allowed to wear the ceremonial robes, Andrew had no formal role in the coronation proceedings.The duke sat alongside his daughters Beatrice and Eugenie at Westminster Abbey. His name is not acknowledged within the official Order of Service and the duke will also be absent from the procession behind the Gold State Coach which carries the newly-crowned King and Queen to Buckingham Palace.Watch 9News' special coverage of King Charles' coronation for free on 9Now.
As both are non-working members of the royal family, neither Harry nor Andrew were allowed to wear military uniforms. Harry and Andrew both arrived at Westminster Abbey at the same time, alongside Princess Beatrice, Princess Eugenie, their husbands and Princess Anne.Multiple reports claim Andrew was booed by crowds as he was driven down The Mall in a state car to Westminster Abbey for the coronation.reports the King has recently held several private audiences with Andrew in regards to his future within the royal family.
The publication claims Charles has "softened" on his stance on his brother after he and Prince William reportedly made an executive decision to keep Andrew out of the spotlight.
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