British RoyalsKing Charles III

Changes to Regency Act raised in House of Lords

The roles of Counsellors of State have been debated in the House of Lords, the first time the topic has been raised since King Charles’s reign began. The news could spell trouble for the Duke of Sussex and the Duke of York as the Regency Act 1937 was debated regarding the roles of Counsellors of State, and who is entitled to act on behalf of the Sovereign. Currently this is limited to the…
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The King is on stand-by to appoint a new Prime Minister as soon as Monday

The King is on stand-by to appoint a new Prime Minister – the second of his reign – as soon as Monday. Liz Truss announced her intention to resign as Prime Minister on Thursday October 20, with the 47-year-old planning to visiting His Majesty to formally tender her resignation as soon as a replacement has been announced. The wheels of succession are already in motion, with…
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Another first for King Charles on a day of political turmoil

It was a historic day in more ways than one for King Charles III — in addition to losing his first Prime Minister, he received ambassadorial credentials for the first time since his reign began. King Charles was at Buckingham Palace to receive the credentials of the new ambassadors of Ukraine and Pakistan before news broke of Prime Minister Liz Truss’s sudden resignation 45 days into her…
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Queen Camilla hands over prestigious literary prize

The Queen attended a prestigious literary event in London at the Roundhouse. Before presenting the prize, she met with several celebrities and authors at the event.  The Booker Prize ceremony was held at the Roundhouse in London on 17 October, and it is the first time in three years that it has been held in person. This is the seventh time that Camilla has given out the prize.  Her…
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