Operation Reading Bridge

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Operation Reading Bridge is the codename for the set of plans developed by the British royal family and the UK government in the event of the death of Catherine, Princess of Wales. The operation outlines procedures for the announcement, national mourning, and funeral arrangements following her death. It is comparable to Operation Menai Bridge, the plan for King Charles III, and Operation London Bridge, which was followed upon the death of Queen Elizabeth II.

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Background

As the wife of William, Prince of Wales, the heir apparent to the British throne, Catherine holds a high-profile public role. Due to her prominence, comprehensive plans were created to coordinate official responses and ceremonial protocols in the event of her death, whether expected or sudden.

Contents of the plan

The details of Operation Reading Bridge have not been officially released to the public, but media sources have reported some elements based on leaks and royal protocols:

Media coverage

According to a June 2025 report by the Russian news outlet Izvestia , Buckingham Palace has updated its internal procedures to include Operation Reading Bridge. [1] This revelation has led to speculation and public discussion about the scope and detail of the operation.

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References

  1. Izvestia (5 June 2025). "Media learned about Buckingham Palace's plan in case of Kate Middleton's death" . Retrieved 5 June 2025.