The Duke of Sussex has worn state dress to all official events since his grandmother’s death, as he is no longer a working king. The 38-year-old was dressed in a morning suit on Wednesday as he walked behind the late monarch’s coffin with his relatives, most of whom were in military uniform. The restriction sparked outrage from some commentators, who noted that the prince had served in the army for a decade and completed two tours in Afghanistan. Earlier this week, younger brother Prince William sought to quell such criticism by saying everyone’s focus should be on his grandmother’s life, not what she wore. “[Prince Harry] will wear a morning suit to all events in honor of his grandmother. His decade of military service is not defined by the uniform he wears and we respectfully ask that the focus remains on the life and legacy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II,” his spokesman said. Now, it seems royal officials have changed their minds. “Common sense has prevailed,” a royal source told the Daily Mirror. “It was a ridiculous situation, given that the Duke of Sussex has served his country and is a highly respected member of the armed forces with all he has done for veterans. “It is important that all the Queen’s grandchildren feel welcome and comfortable as they mourn their beloved grandmother together.” Harry will reportedly be joined at Saturday’s vigil by his brother, the Prince of Wales, and the Queen’s six other grandchildren. Reports say an exception was made for Prince Andrew, who, as a non-working king, was also not allowed to wear military uniform. King Charles III’s disgraced brother will be allowed to do so on Friday as a “special mark of respect” for the Queen.
