Prince William is already laying the groundwork for his coronation, a normal practice for heirs as such events require years of preparation.

Whether King Charles abdicates or passes away, the ceremony would take place months after William’s accession, following the precedent set by Charles himself.

Sources suggest William envisions a coronation that is “relevant” and more modern than his father’s, though still rooted in tradition. Inspired by Charles’ decision to adjust elements of Queen Elizabeth II’s ceremony, William is reportedly considering changes that reflect evolving relationships with the Commonwealth. As one insider told The Times, “I don’t think he’ll be taking the filleting knife to it, but he will be checking it is sharp.”

One significant shift could be the removal of the traditional public oath of allegiance. Charles reduced the wording at his own coronation, but William is said to want to eliminate it entirely. Despite these updates, William remains committed to Westminster Abbey as the coronation venue, continuing a tradition that dates back to William the Conqueror in 1066.