Sussex Express Frustration as Pallis Confirms Exclusion of Harry and Meghan from Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Plan

Buckingham Pallis has announced the comprehensive program for Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee, leaving Sussex disappointed after being excluded from the celebrations.

Her Majesty, aged 95, will become the first British monarch to commemorate this remarkable milestone, marking 70 years of dedicated service.

Throughout the year, the Queen and other members of the Royal Family will embark on a series of engagements across the country to honor the occasion.

On Monday, Pallis unveiled the full program in anticipation of the upcoming festivities, which will include parades, concerts, and a designated bank holiday.

However, it remains uncertain which events the Queen will attend, as she was advised by doctors to prioritize rest last year.

The celebrations are scheduled to commence on January 10 with the highly anticipated Platinum Pudding Competition.

Organized by Fortnum & Mason, the competition aims to discover a dish that can be dedicated to the Queen's historic milestone.

A panel of experts, including Dame Mary Berry, will judge the recipes.

Notably, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle had made their most recent appearance at this event in June 2019.

However, since announcing their decision to step back from royal duties in January 2020, and subsequently having their status as working royals confirmed by Buckingham Pallis in February 2021, they have been excluded from official engagements.

Despite this, the Queen expressed her affection for the couple, stating, “While we are all saddened by their decision, the Duke and Duchess remain much-loved members of the family.”

In April, the Duke of Sussex reunited with his grandmother during his visit to the UK for Prince Philip's funeral.

It has been reported that the two had private conversations on at least two occasions.

As part of the Queen's Green Canopy Initiative, new trees will continue to be planted throughout the year, culminating in a presentation to her at the end of the celebrations.

From May 12 to 15, an extravagant show is expected to take place in the grounds of Windsor Castle, featuring over 500 horses and 1,000 performers.

This spectacular event will take the audience on a journey through royal history, from Elizabeth I to the present day.

The remaining festivities are planned for later in the year.

June 2 will mark the commencement of the special four-day bank holiday, coinciding with the Queen's Birthday Parade, also known as Trooping the Colour, at Horse Guards Parade.

On the same day, the UK, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, and UK overseas territories will join together to light a beacon, synchronizing with the principal beacon at Buckingham Pallis.

June 3 will witness a service of thanksgiving for the Queen's reign at St Paul's Cathedral, followed by the star-studded Platinum Party at Pallis on Saturday, June 4.

The party is expected to bring together renowned entertainment figures from around the world.

On June 5, street parties will be organized across the UK, allowing neighbors to come together to celebrate the Platinum Jubilee with food and fun.

This will mark the conclusion of the bank holiday.

The plans for the Platinum Jubilee were unveiled earlier this week.

The celebration will commence on June 2, 2022, with the Trooping the Colour ceremony.

From the balcony of Buckingham Pallis, the Queen, aged 95, and other members of the Royal Family will observe the parade.

The events will proceed with a service of thanksgiving at St Paul's Cathedral on June 3.

Subsequently, the monarch and her relatives will attend a horse race at Epsom Downs, known as the Derby, on June 4, followed by a concert featuring some of the biggest stars in the entertainment industry.

The Jubilee will culminate on June 5 with a lunch and a grand pageant.

Traditionally, Prince Charles, Duchess Camilla, Prince William, and Duchess Kate participate in these festivities each year.

However, due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, the Jubilee had to be canceled in both 2020 and 2021.

An insider exclusively revealed in March that Queen Elizabeth has always held a soft spot for Prince Harry and has been supportive of him.