A teenager from Bucks was among young people invited to King Charles's coronation yesterday (May 6) in recognition of her charity work.

Hana Saada, 18 who lives in Buckinghamshire, was invited alongside 400 others, to watch the Westminster Abbey ceremony from St Margaret’s Church.

Hana, alongside fellow awardee Aniya Sofia, also 18, from East London, are both members of the National Citizen Service, a skills development programme for young people.

The youngsters who received invitations to the historic ceremony for their charity work even received a shout-out from the Archbishop of Canterbury during the service, which, Aniya told PA, was “an amazing experience”.

On a day when many young people rebelled against the traditional crowning event by holding controversial anti-monarchy protests, Hana also addressed the concerns of her age-mates about the ancient institution.

She said: “I think young people definitely have different views on the monarchy. I’m hopeful that the King will continue to promote young people.”

Aniya also told PA that she believed the celebration of young charity workers on coronation day was a step in the right direction for King Charles III.

Bucks Free Press:

“The fact that young people are at the forefront of the event was really nice to see. I think it’s important to celebrate the tradition.

“But then again, after hearing how a protestor was arrested and considering the taxpayer money spent on today’s events, it makes me question whether these traditions are necessary in everyday life.

“I’m really grateful to be here and I enjoyed sharing this with other young people.”

Other young charity workers recognised by the monarchy at the coronation service included Max Woosey, 13, who is better known as The Boy in The Tent for the money he raised by sleeping in his garden.

Max raised over £70,000 for the North Devon Hospice by sleeping outside for three years and received a British Empire Medal in the 2023 New Year Honours List for his service.