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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Alice Barnes-Brown

Prince Edward explains why he doesn’t shake hands with crowds

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Prince Edward has explained why he does not shake hands with mourners lining the streets ahead of the Queen’s funeral.

The Earl and Countess of Wessex were met with cheers after they surprised crowds of mourners outside Buckingham Palace on Saturday afternoon by stepping out to greet them.

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