February 28th 2023.
(Image Source: https://metro.co.uk) A bank holiday weekend in May has been designated for the coronation of King Charles and the BBC licence fee will be waived for the special occasion. Millions of Britons will be able to view the coronation at Westminster Abbey and the celebratory concert at Windsor Castle without needing to purchase an annual licence. The BBC outlined that the dispensation is made in 'exceptional circumstances' and the event must be of 'national importance' and screened in a community setting.
(Image Source: https://metro.co.uk) This will be the first coronation since Queen Elizabeth II in 1953 and the BBC again waived the fee for the Queen's Platinum Jubilee celebrations in June of last year. Examples of viewing locations include churches, town halls, cinemas, outdoor venues and concert and performing arts venues. The determination of national importance for such an event is made on a case-by-case basis.
At the coronation, Charles will be anointed and crowned by the Archbishop of Canterbury in front of more than 2000 attendees. The Queen Consort will also be anointed and crowned in a separate and simpler ceremony. If you have any questions or would like to contact our news team, email us at email.
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