The Buckingham Palace Balcony Protocol Ahead of Charles III’s Coronation
The day of the coronation is shaping up as a carefully choreographed moment for the royal family. On the balcony at Buckingham Palace, the traditional display is expected to bring together a chosen group of senior royals, while younger members may be kept off the sightline. In recent commentary, it has been noted that Lady Louise Windsor, aged nineteen, and James, Earl of Wessex, aged fifteen, are not listed to join the balcony appearance as part of the coronation celebrations. This impression has circulated through royal coverage in major outlets. The arrangement illustrates the balancing act between ceremony and formal protocol that governs royal appearances at major national events.