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King Charles scraps plans to toast Archie at Coronation after Harry plans swift exit

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King Charles has axed plans to honour grandson Archie at his Coronation lunch after Harry's decision to leave following the ceremony, according to insiders.

Harry and Meghan's first son is set to celebrate his fourth birthday on May 6 - the same day that King Charles will officially be crowned at Westminster Abbey.

The King had reportedly been considering raising a glass to his grandson at a post-procession Coronation lunch. But insiders say this is now 'unlikely', with Harry choosing to make a swift exit, reports The Mirror. READ MORE: Join the FREE Manchester Evening News WhatsApp community Archie and sister Lilibet, one, were not invited and will be staying at home in California with mum Meghan Markle while dad Prince Harry flies back to the UK.

Harry is set to rush straight off after the ceremony to get back to celebrate with his son, while Meghan has decided to avoid the Coronation altogether.

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