Queen Elizabethwill miss a much-loved late summer outing in Scotland.

Royal sources say that the decision was made with the Queen’s “comfort” in mind. She has been experiencingepisodic mobility issuessince last year, and that has meant her missing many key events.

Queen Elizabeth’s attendance would mean a lot of sitting, in full view of the public, and that is likely to be a concern if she is experiencing some discomfort.

Queen Elizabeth and Prince Charles at the 2012 Braemar Highland Gathering.Indigo/Getty

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The Braemar Royal Highland Gathering features pipe bands, a tug-of-war, hill races and other shows of physical strength and athleticism. Most of the royals enjoy the spectacle, andPrince Charlesis regularly photographed laughing at some of the results.

The Queen is a regular at the event, although she has missed it on a handful of occasions when it conflicted with other royal duties such as overseas tours.

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Queen Elizabeth II stands on the balcony during on June 05, 2022 in London, England. The Platinum Jubilee of Elizabeth II is being celebrated from June 2 to June 5, 2022, in the UK and Commonwealth to mark the 70th anniversary of the accession of Queen Elizabeth II on 6 February 1952.

The Queen has an important day ahead of her. She isexpected to receiveoutgoing Prime Minister Boris Johnson at Balmoral Castle on Tuesday. A little later, she will receive the winner of the contest to replace him. That new prime minister, either Liz Truss or Rishi Sunak, will then be asked to form a government.

The Queen would usually carry out that most important function in her role as head of state in London, but the palace announced earlier this week that the politicians would travel to her in Scotland for their audiences.

Queen Elizabeth and Prince Charles.Samir Hussein/Wireimage

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The Queen hasn’t been seen in public since she headed to Scotlandin July. During her break in the highlands, she willwelcome many visitors and family members.Kate MiddletonandPrince Williammade theirway to Balmoralalong with their three children for a visit earlier this month.

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A general view of Balmoral Castle, which is one of the residences of the Royal family, and where Queen Elizabeth II traditionally spends the summer months.

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At the Braemar Royal Highland Gathering on Saturday,Prince Charleswill carry out a short engagement: officially opening theQueen ElizabethPlatinum Jubilee Archway. The installation recognizes the Queen’s service throughout her historic 70-year reign, which is being celebrated this year.

source: people.com