Prince Charles in next in line to the throne after his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, but there has been lots of talk that his son Prince William may take over the throne instead of his father.
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However, Charles’ latest outing with The Queen, could have been a subtle hint that he is in fact going to take over the throne after The Queen.
Yep, The Queen attended the state opening of Parliament to make her annual speech and she was accompanied by Charles and his wife Camilla, The Duchess of Cornwall.
It has been suggested that the couple’s presence in parliament is a hint that Charles is being primed to take over the throne.
Charles helped his mother to and from the throne where she gives her speech and sat at her side throughout the event.
This year the annual speech focussed on Brexit and creating jobs after leaving the EU. As well as the work on the rail network and a pledge to increase time in prison for people convicted of serious violent crimes.
What’s more The Queen decided to forgo wearing the traditional Imperial State Crown to the event and chose the much lighter George IV Diadem.
The Imperial State Crown weighs close to 1.3kg, and was instead carried on a red and gold cushion for the event.
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Charles’ appearance alongside his mother was reportedly not only for moral support but a way of making the British public accustomed to seeing the future king at important royal events.
Indeed, this isn’t the first time Charles has attended the state opening of Parliament. He was also in attendance during the 2017 event as well.
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