Queen Elizabeth usually goes out to see Braemar’s Highland Games on the first Saturday of September, and it is a short drive from her Balmoral castle. However, royal insiders confirmed on Friday, September 2, 2022 that she would not attend this weekend’s event, although Prince Charles will be there as planned.
According to Royal sources, the decision was made with the monarch’s “comfort” in mind. People know that the aged Queen has been experiencing episodic mobility issues since last year, which has caused her to mis key events.
Her attendance comes with a lot of sitting, in full view of the public. The Braemar Royal Highland Gathering features a tug of war, pipe bands, hill races, and other shows of physical strength and athleticism enjoyed by most royals.
Queen Elizabeth Will Miss Important Event in Scotland For ‘Comfort’ Reasons
The Queen attends the events regularly, although she has missed a number of occasions when ti clashed with other royal duties. Queen Elizabeth an important duty to attend to; She is expected to receive outgoing Prime Minister Boris Johnson at Balmoral Castle on Tuesday. After that, she will receive the winner of the contest to Boris Johnson; either Liz Truss or Rishi Sunak.
The successor will then be asked to form a government. While the Queen usually carries out this important function in her role as head of state in London, the politicians will travel to her in Scotland for their audiences this time around.
Queen Elizabeth has not been spotted in public since she went to Scotland in July. The monarch will welcome many visitors and family members while she is in the highlands. Traditionally, she is pictured arriving at the Highlands estate in a short ceremony with soldiers from a Scottish regiment. Gathered at the gates to welcome her are military pipers and well-wishers.
This year’s arrival was private. On Saturday, at the Braemar Royal Highland Gathering, her son and heir, Prince Charles will carry out a short engagement: officially opening the Queen Elizabeth Platinum Jubilee Archway which recognizes the Monarch’s service throughout her 70-year reign.