Prodigal Prince

SIR – Dr Tony Saunders (Letters, February 2) implies that Prince Harry should be welcomed at the Coronation as a prodigal son.

The point of the parable, as made clear in the Gospel of St Luke, is that the wayward son recognised and acknowledged the error of his ways:

“Father, I have sinned against heaven, and in thy sight, and am no more worthy to be called thy son.” In this way he earns his father’s forgiveness.

Regrettably, the Prince has shown no sign of contrition.

Patrick Walsh

Newbury, Berkshire