Prince Harry delayed Coronation reply as he was 'preoccupied over …
Prince Harry was late in confirming whether he would attend his father's Coronation or not, as he was 'preoccupied' over where he would be seated, according to reports. It was one of the reasons he was said to have delayed replying to the invitation that was sent out weeks ago. The event is set to take place at Westminster Abbey on May 6.
According to the MailOnline.com, there have been 'extensive discussions' over the issue. One source said: "Harry's side was keen to find out, presumably because they wanted to rubber-stamp it, what the seating plan at the Abbey is. There's been extensive back and forth about who they [Harry and Meghan] would be sitting behind if they came.
And who would be behind them."
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Harry will be attending the historic event without Meghan (Matt Dunham/AP/REX/Shutterstock)
The source continued by stating Harry was quite preoccupied by this detail. Another source added: "This is true. There has been a lot of questions on detail for the Abbey."
According to publications with links to the Sussexes, Harry wanted certain 'assurances' if he were to attend the crowning of his father, King Charles III. These outlets reported that Harry had a list of questions for the palace but did not detail what they might be. During previous royal events, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have been seen to be seated further away from the main seats.
Harry and Meghan have found themselves seated further away from the working royals during events (POOL/AFP via Getty Images)
During the Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee, Harry and Meghan joined other members of the Royal Family at St Paul's Cathedral for a service of thanksgiving.
However, they were seated on the other side of the nave from Charles, Camilla, William and Kate. It has been reported that the King and Prince William have had no meaningful dialogue with Harry since the late Queen's funeral.
It is believed front row seats will be reserved for working members of the Royal Family (Getty Images)
In this instance, it is likely that front row seats at the Coronation will be reserved for working members of the Royal Family. It has been reported that Harry will play no part in the official procession and will be treated as a guest.
Harry is set to attend the Coronation alone, as Buckingham Palace and a spokesman for the Sussexes announced simultaneously on Wednesday that Harry would be attending without Meghan, who has opted to stay at their Californian mansion with their children Archie and Lilibet.