LONDON, Aug. 26 (UPI) -- The Duchess of Cornwall has decided to turn down an invitation to attend a London event marking the 10th anniversary of the death of Diana, Princess of Wales.
Camilla had previously accepted the invitation from Princes William and Harry, but decided not to attend Friday’s service, fearing she "could divert attention from the purpose of the occasion," the BBC reported Sunday.
The service will be held at Buckingham Palace.
In a statement explaining her decision, Camilla said she was "touched" by the invitation from Princes William and Harry.
"I accepted and wanted to support them," she said. "However, on reflection I believe my attendance could divert attention from the purpose of the occasion which is to focus on the life and service of Diana.
"I'm grateful to my husband (Prince Charles), William and Harry for supporting my decision."
An aide said, "It was never going to be an easy decision either way."
