Harry and Meghan will not join royal procession at final royal appearance

It's been confirmed that Harry and Meghan will not be joining the Queen in the royal procession during the Commonwealth Service on Monday, March 9.

Last year, the couple joined Charles and Camilla, William and Kate and Prince Andrew as they accompanied the Queen for the walk through the Church.

The Sussexes will now be escorted to their seats in Westminster Abbey according to the Order of Service issued for the event.

In a last minute change, Prince William and Kate Middleton will also reportedly not be joining the procession and will be escorted to their seats prior to the Queen's arrival.

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge were due to take part in the procession as the Order of Service had already been issued and printed, indicating the initial plan.

Neither Buckingham or Kensington Palace have commented on the changes made.

Author of Royally Suited Harry and Meghan In Their Own Words, Phil Dampier, told MailOnline that the Sussexes not taking part in the procession is a significant decision and emphasises the impending Megxit date.

He said: 'It emphasises that they are no longer working royals but they are still part of the family. The Queen has made it clear that they can't be half in and half out of royal duties.'

He also explained that the Queen's initial plan was for Harry and Meghan to undertake more Commonwealth trips in her stead as she is no longer able to travel as much as it's 'one of her greatest achievements.'

Phil also noted that it will be interesting to see the body language between the Cambridges and the Sussexes as while they will put on a united front, he feels that 'behind the scenes there must be real tensions.'

Megxit will take full effect on March 31 as Harry and Meghan start their new life in North America with their son Archie.