The Princess of Wales observed anti-monarchy protesters expressing their disapproval towards the royal family during the Trooping the Colour parade, as captured in a viral video circulating on social media. The peaceful event faced interruptions from members of the pressure group Republic, who made their voices heard along The Mall with distinctive yellow signs advocating for the abolition of the monarchy.
The protesters particularly targeted King Charles and Queen Camilla, who led the carriage procession to Horse Guards parade, while Princess Kate and her three children followed closely behind. Despite the chants of ‘Not My King’ directed at the monarch, Kate appeared unfazed by the commotion. The protesters sang anti-royal songs and unfurled umbrellas spelling out ‘Stop The Reign’ as part of their demonstration.
Although Kate briefly acknowledged the campaigners, her focus soon returned to her children in the carriage, maintaining a composed demeanor amidst the uproar. The group has been a constant presence at various royal events, including the Commonwealth Day service and Charles’ coronation, aiming to voice their dissent.
Former BBC royal correspondent Jennie Bond acknowledged the disruption caused by the Republican movement but emphasized the royal family’s commitment to carrying on with their duties despite the distractions. Bond highlighted the increasing impact of the protesters on the monarchy’s public image, urging the royals to overlook the protests and engage with supportive fans instead.
The Prince and Princess of Wales shared highlights from the Trooping the Colour ceremony on their Instagram account, expressing gratitude for the memorable day. Meanwhile, Prince Harry, who was not present at the event, conveyed a message about the Invictus Games during a ceremony in Dusseldorf, emphasizing the significance of the international event for wounded military service members.
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