The event was not without significance.
There is no royal protocol that dictates this unusual and lonely seating arrangement.
The queen will not walk behind the Land Rover carrying her husband’s coffin.
All in attendance will be expected to wear face makes, regardless of vaccination status or negative COVID-19 tests.
Granted: laws regarding the pandemic in the UK allow some households to mix, but not all.
There is, however, one person who might be able to legally accompany Queen Elizabeth.
Miller-Bakewell was one of Prince Philip’s closest advisors, having worked for him since 2010.
He’ll also likely be the only non-royal in attendance at the prince’s funeral (viaRoyal Central).
All those participating have, apparently, been tested for COVID, and social distancing will be enforced.
Of course, no member of the public will be present.
Buckingham palace is furthermore working hard to ensure that the public hasnothingto watch.
Instead, those hoping to pay their respects will have to resort to television.
Right through his life, he never knew what all the fuss was about."
