King Charles has reportedly shaken up a sacred tradition upheld by the late Queen Elizabeth II, causing a stir within the royal household during this year’s Easter celebrations. The change in protocol, while subtle, was particularly poignant as it directly impacted Prince Louis, the youngest of the Prince and Princess of Wales’ children.
For decades, the Queen enforced strict mealtime rules for royal gatherings, especially during important occasions such as Easter. These customs often included rigid seating plans, formal attire requirements, and a hierarchy dictating when children could participate in certain royal meals. However, sources reveal that King Charles decided to modernize these traditions, allowing Prince Louis, now six, to join the family at the main table — an honor traditionally reserved for older royal children.
While this decision was celebrated by the Wales family, it sparked debate among royal watchers. Some view it as Charles’s commitment to a more inclusive monarchy, while others worry it undermines the gravitas of royal protocols.
The Easter celebration, held at Windsor Castle, reportedly featured a mix of classic British dishes and locally sourced produce — a nod to Charles’s well-known environmental values.
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Could this signal the start of a more relaxed, family-focused royal era under King Charles? Or will the break from tradition lead to further scrutiny of his reign?
