The Queen is not attending the funeral of the Duchess of Kent as she is "recovering" from an illness, Buckingham Palace has confirmed.

Although Camilla, 78, will not be in attendance, the Prince and Princess of Wales are set to attend the Duchess of Kent’s Catholic funeral later on Tuesday, Kensington Palace has confirmed.

A Buckingham Palace spokesperson said: “With great regret, Her Majesty The Queen has withdrawn from attendance at this afternoon’s Requiem Mass for The Duchess of Kent as she is recovering from acute sinusitis.

“Her thoughts and prayers will be with The Duke of Kent and all the family.”

The Duke of Kent has been informed, and is said to fully understand Camilla’s decision, and has sent his best wishes for a speedy recovery.

Camilla had been due join to the King an

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