Prince William to represent King Charles at funeral of Norway’s King Harald V
Prince William is set to represent King Charles III at the funeral of Norway’s King Harald V, following royal protocol regarding the attendance of heads of state at funerals. He will be accompanied by the Princess Royal, who has a personal connection to the new Norwegian monarch.
Why it matters
The event highlights the diplomatic and personal ties between European royal families and the adherence to long-standing traditions during periods of transition.
Members of Norway’s royal family including Queen Sonja (left), King Haakon VIII and Queen Mette-Marit (foreground) lay flowers in Oslo’s Palace Square on 31 August, three days after the death of King Harald. Members of Norway’s royal family including Queen Sonja (left), King Haakon VIII and Queen Mette-Marit (foreground) lay flowers in Oslo’s Palace Square on 31 August, three days after the death of King Harald. Monarchy Prince William to represent King Charles at funeral of Norway’s King Harald V Duty falls by precedent to William to attend service of late monarch, alongside Princess Royal, who is godmother to new king Haakon VIII
Prefer the Guardian on Google The Prince of Wales is to represent his father at the funeral of King Harald V of Norway next week, Buckingham Palace has announced.
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