Kate Middleton and Prince William broke ‘extremely important’ royal rule for their kids
Prince William and Kate Middleton are seen as the ideal representatives for the Royal Family, but that hasn’t stopped them from breaking a significant rule in the past.
The royals have to follow numerous rules and guidelines – they can’t give autographs, engage in public displays of affection, and must seek approval to get married. Another crucial rule revolves around their travel.
Heirs to the throne are not allowed to fly together to protect the royal lineage. This rule directly affects those in line to the throne, including William and his son Prince George, who is currently second in line. From the age of 12, he will no longer able to travel with his father.
The tradition was established to protect an heir to the throne in case of a plane crash, ensuring the monarchy’s stability. However, William and Kate have been known to break this rule on several occasions, but only with the permission of the late Queen Elizabeth II.
Kate Middleton and Prince William broke ‘extremely important’ royal rule for their kids. Prince William and Kate Middleton are supposed to follow strict protocols as part of their life in the Royal Family, but they have been known to break an important rule.
In 2014, the couple flew with their then nine-month-old son George to both New Zealand and Australia. It was reported at the time they needed permission from the monarch due to the risk of two heirs to the throne traveling together.
William was bound by the same travel regulation as his son and didn’t travel alone until age 12. With the family, which included King Charles, Princess Diana, and Prince Harry, they were inseparable on flights, King Charles’ former aviator Graham Laurie told OK! magazine. “We flew all four: the Prince, the Princess, Prince William and Prince Harry, up until Prince William was 12 years old,” he explained.
