Queen elizabeth cancels events due to coronavirus
Yes, Queen Elizabeth II has indeed cancelled or postponed several events and engagements due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Here are some examples:
- Cancellation of the Queen's annual Easter address: In 2020, the Queen cancelled her traditional Easter address to the nation, which is usually broadcast on BBC One. Instead, she released a pre-recorded message on social media.
- Postponement of the State Opening of Parliament: The Queen's annual State Opening of Parliament, which typically takes place in May, was postponed to June 2020 due to the pandemic.
- Cancellation of the Queen's annual Trooping the Colour ceremony: The Queen's official birthday celebration, Trooping the Colour, was cancelled in 2020. Instead, a scaled-down ceremony was held without the public.
- Postponement of the Queen's visit to Ireland: The Queen's planned visit to Ireland in 2020 was postponed due to the pandemic.
- Cancellation of the Queen's attendance at the Commonwealth Day service: The Queen was due to attend the Commonwealth Day service at Westminster Abbey in March 2020, but it was cancelled due to the pandemic.
- Postponement of the Queen's visit to Scotland: The Queen's planned visit to Scotland in 2020 was postponed due to the pandemic.
These are just a few examples of the Queen's engagements that were affected by the pandemic. The Queen has continued to carry out some of her duties remotely, including video calls with world leaders and other engagements.