New Zealand Woman’s Weekly

NO POMP, NO CEREMONY The royals abandon Christmas

The royal family are known for being sticklers for tradition and Christmas is no exception. They’ve done the same thing every year for decades now, including adhering to a rigid timetable when everyone gathers at Sandringham for the festive celebrations.

But this year it looks like their plans may be scuppered due to the pandemic. When it comes to COVID, even the royals have to do as they are told.

While Britain’s “Rule of Six” –

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