ROYAL WREATH RIFT
Prince Harry ‘told he CAN’T have Remembrance Day wreath laid at Cenotaph on his behalf’ in latest sign of Royal rift
PRINCE Harry was reportedly refused permission for a Remembrance Sunday wreath to be laid on his behalf at the Cenotaph today, in a sign of a Royal rift.
Harry, 36, told Buckingham Palace he wanted a wreath to be laid, but his request was refused as he no longer represents the monarchy, reported.
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The Queen was reportedly not told about her grandson's request.
Harry, who now lives in California with his wife Meghan Markle, is believed to be very upset at the decision to reject his wish, The Times reported, as he has close links with the military.
He served for more than 10 years and has been involved in promoting causes for veterans including the Invictus Games.
The Duke of Sussex stepped down from royal duties in March, but was reportedly hoping to soon resume some of his military activities.
The decision not to allow a wreath to be laid on his behalf means those hopes have suffered a serious setback.
Harry first laid a wreath at the Cenotaph 11 years ago.
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In a podcast that will air today, Harry said: "Remembrance Day for me is a moment for respect and for hope. I wear it [the poppy] to celebrate the bravery and determination of all our veterans.
"These are the people and moments I remember when I salute, when I stand at attention and when I lay a wreath at the Cenotaph."
Harry rose to the rank of Captain and undertook two tours of Afghanistan during his service.
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Prince Andrew will also not attend today's service amid controversy surrounding his friendship with disgraced paedophile Jeffrey Epstein.
Buckingham Palace refused to comment on the claims regarding Harry's wish to have a wreath laid.
The Sun Online has contacted Prince Harry's representatives for comment.
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