Kate is known to love children, so it came as no surprise that she was sent to Chelsea for the event. The princess squatted down among the groups of children to see how they lived today. One of the cute little girls asked for an autograph. “Sorry, I can’t do that,” Kate said. My name is Katherine and I am not allowed to write it. That’s just one of the rules, I’m not allowed to sign autographs.” Fortunately, I found a solution right away. “But I can make a drawing for you.” Once all was said and done, the Princess of Wales drew a flower in the girl’s notebook.
What Kate says is, of course, true, although it is sometimes difficult for children to understand: the palace does not allow members of the royal family to sign autographs. This goes against strict protocol. The rule exists for good reason, as there is a risk of the royal family’s signature being copied or forged.
However, not all members of the royal family strictly adhere to this rule. In 2010, Prince Harry wrote “Good Luck,” followed by his name, on the arm of a little girl wrapped in plaster. His father, King Charles, wrote “Charles 2010” on a piece of paper for a man who asked for it instead of his signature.
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