King Charles will be joined by other royals at the service today (Image: Hannah McKay – WPA Pool/Getty images)
Multiple members of the are set to gather in London today for the annual Commonwealth Day Service. The event will take place at Westminster Abbey and will focus on the theme ‘Together We Thrive’, which celebrates the spirit of the Commonwealth.
The service, which will be made up of readings and performances, will also highlight the importance of fostering strong and connected communities that support and empower their members. While not all members of the Royal Family will be present, Buckingham Palace has confirmed today that a number of royals will be in attendance.
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. Read our Privacy Policy
This includes:
- King Charles
- Queen Camilla
- Princess Kate
- Princess Anne
- The Duke and Duchess of Gloucester
Prince Edward, who is , will not attend the service.
His wife Duchess Sophie, 60, will also not be at the service as she is set to be in New York.
The service will be broadcast to members of the public live from Westminster Abbey on One and iPlayer.
As well as the royals attending the service, the abbey will also have around 2,000 guests including Commonwealth Secretary-General, Baroness Scotland, and the Commonwealth Secretary-General Elect, Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey.
Don’t miss… [DETAIL]
Princess Kate and Prince William will be at the service (Image: Mark Cuthbert/UK Press via Getty Images)
High Commissioners, senior politicians and dignitaries from across the UK and the Commonwealth will also be present at the service, along with Commonwealth Games Athletes, including Sir Chris Hoy and Shanice Beckford-Norton.
The service will be this year as Princess Kate and the King both missed the event last year.
This is because they were both undergoing treatment after being diagnosed with cancer.