King Charles’ coronation may mark era of instability

THE coronation of King Charles III on Saturday (May 6) formalises a new era in UK and wider Commonwealth history. However, while much of the public welcomes the new monarch, his reign could see a much rockier period after the long, successful Elizabethan age.

It is, partly, for this reason that Buckingham Palace is keen that this coming weekend’s big events go as smoothly as possible. The kick-off is Saturday when Westminster Abbey will take centre stage when Charles is crowned at midday, after which the king and Queen Consort Camilla embark on their procession back to the palace in the Gold State Coach.

In the meantime, Sunday will see a major pop concert at Windsor Castle with headline acts including Lionel Richie, Katy Perry, and Andrea Bocelli. Monday, by contrast, will be a tribute to the king’s lifetime of public service in a “Big Help Out” which will use volunteering to bring some 1,500 charities and local communities together and create a lasting legacy for the coronation weekend.