UK’s Prince William to represent King Charles at funeral of Norway’s King Harald

Britain’s Prince William will attend the funeral of Norway’s late King Harald next week in place of his father King Charles, Buckingham Palace said on Saturday.
The heir to the throne is set to represent his father at the funeral on September 9, having also attended the funeral of Pope Francis last year on behalf of the king.
British monarchs do not attend funerals of other heads of state per protocol, usually sending another member of the royal family to represent them.
Charles, 77, who is being treated for an undisclosed form of cancer but maintains a packed schedule of engagements, released a statement mourning the loss of his “dear cousin” King Harald last week.
The two men were second cousins once removed, both being descendants of Britain’s King Edward VII.

Charles’ sister Princess Anne will attend in a personal capacity as the godmother of the new king, Haakon VIII.
Norway has seen an outpouring of grief for the much-loved monarch, who died on August 28 at the age of 89.
Harald – who was known for his warmth, humour and informal style – has been hailed as an inclusive “people’s king” who modernised the Norwegian monarchy during his 35-year reign.
His funeral will take place on September 9 at Oslo Cathedral, with mourners including his widow Queen Sonja.
Additional reporting by dpa